Kinetics Noise Control, Inc. Kinetics Interiors Systems – Go to www.kineticsnoise.com for drawings, specifications and additional information PRODUCT PRESENTATION Kinetics offers a vast selection of product types and finishes to best meet your Interior acoustics design challenges. We offer design flexibility with a wide array of products and options to acoustically treat walls and ceilings.Kinetics' interior treatments consist of sound absorptive and reflective wall panels as well as baffles, banners, diffusers, ceiling reflectors and ceiling tiles. Kinetics' interior products may be found in:
Kinetics' interior products effectively combine acoustical performance with aesthetic value. CEILING AND WALL DIFFUSERS/REFLECTORS: OVATION CEILING REFLECTOR PANELS Description: Designed for large spaces requiring improved sound directivity, strength, and timing of reflections from the ceiling area, this product is perfect for auditoriums, lecture halls, and performing arts centers. Composition: The Ovation Reflector Panel is constructed of a ½” plywood core that is finished with a fiber reinforced gel coat, glossy or matte finish. Steel framing is attached to the back of the panel with attachment points for hanging and bowing during field installation. Applications: The Ovation Reflector Panel is most commonly required in large auditoriums for the enhancement of theatrical, concert, or public speaking acoustics. Sound Reflectivity: The panels weigh a nominal 2.5 PSF and the bowed design reflects most audible sound frequencies in a diffusive pattern. Optional sound absorptive material can be used on the top (unexposed) side. Panel Sizes: The Ovation Reflector Panel is available in sizes up to 10’ x 20’. Typical panel radius is 20 to 25 feet. Since larger panel surfaces reflect lower frequency sound waves better than small panels, we recommend a minimum 8 ft. x 8 ft reflector size for music venues. The coverage area is typically 50% to 70% of the ceiling. Finish: Ovation Reflector Panels are available in a glossy or matte gel coat finish. Optional woodgrain laminate or hardwood veneer is also available. Surface Burning Characteristics: The Ovation Reflector Panel provides a Class C rating according to ASTM E84 testing procedures. Mounting: To be mounted following manufacturer’s recommendations. GEOMETRIC CEILING and WALL DIFFUSERS Description: Kinetics Geometric Sound Diffusers improve room acoustics through random disbursement of sound reflections throughout the listening space. The shaped surfaces of the Diffusers create a clearer and more consistent listening environment for music educators, performers, and the audience. Geometric Diffusers are commonly used in conjunction with Kinetics acoustical panels. The combination of sound diffusion and absorption greatly improves the room acoustics. Composition: All Geometric Diffusers are made of thermo-molded plastic. Applications: Ideal for instrumental and choral rehearsal spaces to provide more consistent sound levels across a wide frequency range. Auditoriums will benefit with the use of Diffusers on the rear and side walls. Kinetics’ Diffusers are also used in lay-in 15/16” standard grid ceilings. Diffuser Sizes: Geometric Diffusers are .125 inches thick. The Radius Diffuser is available in the following sizes; 24” x 24”, 36” x 36”, 24” x 48”, 48” x 48”, 36” x 48”, 36” x 72”, and 48” x 72”. The offset Pyramidal Diffuser is available in 24” x 24”, 24” x 48”, and 48” x 48”. Finish: The Diffusers come in standard white (suede texture) or fabric faced with Guilford FR701, 2100 series fabric, or factory-approved, customer-selected material. Optional painted finish as approved by manufacturer. Surface Burning Characteristics: The standard diffuser has a Class A fire rating. Mounting: Geometric Diffusers are designed to mount flush on the wall surface with Z-clips, lay in a 15/16 inch ceiling grid system, or suspended from open structure in a cloud formation. ACOUSTICAL WALL AND CEILING PANELS: HARDSIDE AND HI-IMPACT HARDSIDE ACOUSTICAL WALL PANELS Description: The traditional acoustical wall panel, HardSide offers design versatility. A variety of shaped edges and panel thicknesses allow you to design for the desired appearance and acoustics. The perfect solution for many reverberant noise problems this panel offers superior performance in both wall and ceiling applications. Composition: The acoustical core is a 5-7 PCF density fiberglass board with chemically hardened edges. Fabric facing is stretched over the panel, wrapped and bonded around the edges for a crisp, finished look. HI-IMPACT HARDSIDE is also available as a two part composite panel with high density/high impact skin on face for abuse resistance, tackablity and increased absorption. Applications: The HardSide acoustical wall panel provides a combination of great appearance along with superior acoustical performance. Perfect for schools, multi-purpose rooms, churches, auditoriums, gymnasiums and anywhere where interior reverberant noise problems exist. Panel Sizes: HardSide is available in custom sizes up to 48” x 120”and thicknesses from 1 to 4 inches. Fabric Selection: HardSide is available in Guilford FR701 in stock fabrics, vinyls, or factory-approved customer-selected fabrics. Surface Burning Characteristics: If faced with one of Kinetics' in-stock standard fabrics, the composite will provide a Class A fire rating. Mounting: The HardSide acoustical panel can be secured by the HardSide impaling clips, edge mount clips, Z-clips or Velcro. The HardSide panel can also be hung as cloud suspension. HI-TACK WALL PANELS Description: Hi-Tack Panels provide a highly tackable wall surface that blends visually with sound absorbing panels, like the HardSide panel. Applications: Made especially for areas requiring tack boards, Hi-Tack fabric covered wall panels are the ideal solution for highly tackable wall surfaces in conference rooms, offices, hallways, and classrooms. Composition: Hi-Tack panels are constructed from ½”, 5/8” or ¾” thick 24 PCF density mineral board wrapped in Guilford FR701 fabric or other factory-approved materials. SPORTSBOARD ELITE PANELS Description: SportsBoard Elite offers the highest level of abuse resistance for a fabric wrapped panel. These panels are the ideal solution for reverberant noise control problems in high traffic or abuse-prone areas. These panels withstand heavy impacts without damage. Applications: Perfect for application in gymnasiums, schools, recreation centers, hallways, corridors, or other areas where sharp impacts and abuse is expected. Elite panels keep their great appearance after hard impacts from basketballs, volleyballs, and even baseballs. Composition: Sportsboard Elite is constructed from 5-7 PCF fiberglass board, 1/16” perforated co-polymer facing, and covered with Guilford FR701 fabric or factory-approved, customer-provided material. Available in widths up to 48” and heights up to 120”. The SPORTSBOARD CONFORM panel is a modification of the Sportsboard Elite panel without the fabric facing. The perforated co-polymer shell covers the face and all four edges. The panel is available in over 30 colors and any size up to 42” x 114”. 
KNP ACOUSTICAL WALL PANELS Description: Functional and aesthetically pleasing, the Kinetics’ KNP panel is a highly durable acoustical panel ideal for solving airborne noises problems in abuse prone areas. Composition: KNP Panels are constructed from galvanized steel or aluminum perforated facing available in one of 15 powder coat paint finishes. The facing is folded along the vertical edges and is reinforced at each end with solid channels. Each panel is filled with 2” thick, 2.5 PCF mineral fiber sound absorber encapsulated in a heat-sealed PVC bag. Available with a flat or V-groove face in sizes up to 42” x 120”. Applications: KNP Acoustical Panels are most popular in gymnasiums, locker rooms, natatoriums, correctional institutions and areas where high abuse resistance and sound absorption are required. DESIGN SERIES 90 ACOUSTICAL WALL PANEL SYSTEM Description: Design Series 90 features a unique, patented, honeycomb core molded fiberglass composite designed for durability, tackability, while effectively absorbing sound. Composition: Thick blankets of glass fiber are fused to each side of a honeycomb core using heat and pressure to provide a unique, patented substrate. This durable 5/8” thick panel can be provided in sizes up to 60” x 120” faced with Guilford FR701 or factory approved, customer provided material. Applications: Design Series 90 is recommended for high abuse and high traffic areas. The low profile, 5/8” thickness matches well with interior trim. This makes it ideal for full wall coverage in conference rooms, offices, reception areas and corridors. EMBASSY CEILING PANELS Description: The Embassy ceiling panel should be utilized where speech privacy and improved noise reduction is required through the lay-in acoustical ceiling. In many interior spaces there is a need to block and absorb sound. Conventional mineral fiber ceiling tiles are poor sound blockers. The unique construction of Embassy ceiling panels greatly reduces sound transmission through the panel in addition to providing excellent sound absorption and reverberation control within the space. Composition: Embassy panels are constructed from a ½” thick barrier layer and a 1” thick fiberglass absorber. These are bonded together and placed inside an extruded aluminum frame and faced with fabric from the Guilford FR701 Collection fabric. Available in 24” x 24” and 24” x 48” with a ½” reveal. Applications: The Embassy Acoustical Ceiling Panel is good for applications where speech privacy, cross-talk control, and greater noise reduction through the ceiling is needed. Perfect for spaces such as executive offices, legal consultation rooms, medical offices and classrooms.
QUIET TILE CEILING PANELS Composition: The QuietTile is constructed of a layer of gypsum board and viscoelastic damping layer bonded to the back of a standard ceiling tile selected by the designer. The tiles are available in 24” x 24” and 24” x 48” sizes. Applications: The Quiet Tile can be used in rooms requiring improved speech privacy or noise reduction through the ceiling. Conference rooms, law offices, medical exam rooms and classrooms are typical areas where the QuietTile can be used. ACOUSTICAL BAFFLES: WAVE BAFFLES Description: Wave Baffles provide a cost-effective method for reducing reverberation in larger spaces with high ceilings. Horizontal suspension in a wave-like form achieves high sound absorption ratings over 1.35 sabins per square foot of baffle based on ASTM C423 test. Wave Baffles utilize sailcloth (nylon), vinyl or a Guilford fabric facing on the exposed side and edges of the baffle. The facing is sewn at the perimeter into the 1-1/2” thick fiberglass blanket and woven scrim backer. Attachment hardware is typically grommets built into the baffle. Wave baffles can be manufactured 4 feet wide up to 30 feet long. 
PAB ACOUSTICAL BAFFLE Description: Crisp corners and a tailored finish appearance makes this fabric faced baffle an attractive solution to reverberant noise problems in areas needing sound control at the ceiling level. Constructed from a 1-1/2” thick fiberglass core encased in a rigid, lightweight PVC frame. The fiberglass provides exceptional sound absorption while the spline-and-groove fabric attachment at the frame allows for easy replacement of the fabric covering, if damaged. Available in custom sizes up to 4’ x 8’. KB-803 ACOUSTICAL BAFFLE Description: The heat sealed vinyl covering makes these baffles the perfect economical solution for noise and reverberation control in gymnasiums, multi-purpose, and other high ceiling spaces. Constructed with a low density 1-1/2” thick fiberglass core encased in 3 mil fire-retardant vinyl. Standard 24” x 48” baffles available in a variety of colors with brass finish grommets. Other products included at our web site |