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About UsFlexshield has been in the industrial soundproofing industry for over fifteen years.

We o�er our clients an extensive range of soundproofing and screening solutions. Most of our products have National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA) accredited test results.

We design, test, manufacture and install our quality products or we can supply them in kit form for self installation.

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Vision Statement“ The World will use Flexshield as a caring and complete solution to all industrial, environmental noise control and flexible screening wants.”

Mission Statement“ A strong and positive team of people helping people live and work safer, healthier and happier. Achieving consistent growth by embracing continuous improvement with a thriving culture of customer interaction”

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ContentsHow to Identify Noise in Your Facility

AcousTech

Acoustic Enclosures

Mobile Panels

Grinding Bay and Workshop Noise Control

Welding Screens

Grinding Screens

Dust and Splash Control

Vendor Process

“Solved our problem and we were extremely happy.”We purchased the curtains due to issues we had with birds coming into the warehouse, since they have been fitted we have not had a bird in the warehouse at all.

They solved our problem and we were extremely happy with the service, delivered and installed in the promised time frame.

MARK WILSON, OPERATIONS MANAGER ESSENTIAL WAREHOUSING www.e-w.com.au

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Check to see if you have a noise problem at your workplace

Ask yourself these questions:

• do people need to raise their voice in order to communicate with someone about one metre away?

• do people notice a reduction in hearing over the course of a day?

• do workers ask you to repeat things already said?

• do workers experience any of the following:

- ringing in the ears (tinnitus)?

- the same sound having a di�erent tone in each ear?

- mu�ed hearing?

- are any of your long-term workers hard of hearing?

- do any workers operate noisy machinery for long periods?

How to Identify Noise in Your FacilityIf you answered ‘yes’ to any of the above questions, the chances are that your workplace could be putting workers’ hearing at risk. You can also use a hand-held integrated sound level meter to measure noise levels.

Manage the noise levels

If your workers are at risk, you need to fix the problem.

• Identify the sources of noise in your workplace. Regularly walk around the workplace and talk to your workers. Find out where the noise is coming from, and what machines and work tasks produce high levels of noise

• Assess the risk and e�ect on workers and people near the noise areas

• Remove the cause of the noise eg get rid of noisy machinery, outsource noisy work

• Reduce the noise – if you can’t remove the noise, then you need to control it:

- buy and use quieter machines and tools with low-noise blades

- install anti-vibration mountings

- fit silencers to reduce the noise of compressed air exhausts and blowing nozzles

- regularly maintain the machinery

- move loud exhaust or extraction units outside

- install enclosures around noisy machines

- fit damping materials (such as rubber) or sti�ening to panels to reduce vibration

- use barriers and screens to block the noise

- turn down the volume controls on machines

- change the speeds of machines

- use remote controls to operate noisy machines from a distance

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Contact us to arrange a noise assessment at your facility.

1300 799 969

• Protect workers by changing the way the work is done:

- make sure that noisy work is done when only a few workers are present

- limit the time workers spend in noisy areas by changing work rosters to move them around, or moving them to quieter areas

- put noise warning signs up in the workplace to make workers and people aware of noisy areas and machine

- provide quiet areas for rest breaks for workers that are exposed to noisy works

- where needed, provide workers with personal hearing protection that is the right size and fit, and is comfortable to wear. Make sure the equipment is regularly maintained, repaired and replaced so it continues to reduce the noise and risk of hearing loss

- attach warning signs to tools and equipment to advise workers that personal hearing protection must be worn when using tools or equipment

- make sure workers have regular hearing checks if they are working in areas that exceed standard noise levels and require them to wear personal hearing protection

- make sure your workers are correctly trained and supervised when working in noisy areas and with noisy machines and equipment

Review the noise levels

Regularly check to see if these controls are working and if you need to take further action to remove or reduce the noise. Talk to your workers about noise hazards and controls.


AcousTech is the practical acoustic design behind Flexshield’s products and projects.

Starting in 2015, AcousTech has quickly become a trusted advisor to the manufacturing industry and can provide:

• Acoustic design

• Acoustic modelling

• Acoustic product and treatment guides

• Environmental baseline testing

• Noise impact testing

AcousTech works with Flexshield and our clients to ensure the best possible acoustic outcomes.

We help manufacturing facilities achieve their environmental requirements, protect their sta�’s hearing, comply with the latest WH&S noise regulations or improve their acoustic environment.

Our expert acoustic engineers deliver a highly professional and e¥cient service without unneeded over costs within the design solution.

Experienced acoustic engineers are always ready to visit the site and conduct a noise survey to provide the best solution. We only use the state of the art 3D modelling noise production software and equipment to manage complex situations correctly. We are serious about what we do, and this is why full NATA and onsite test results on all recommended products are always available.

Noise Control for Manufacturing

Manufacturing processes incorporate a range of noise sources that have a negative impact on the health, e¥ciency and productivity of employees, as well as the adjacent environment.

AcousTech provides a range of soundproofing solutions that can help subdue and eliminate manufacturing noise.

Our proven noise control products which are especially suited to the manufacturing industry include:

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4 Colour process Full Reverse treatment

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Noise Surveys, Acoustic Consulting and Testing

When designing the ideal noise control solution for your facility our engineers discuss your noise control challenge with you, and take detailed noise level readings and measurements.

They take into account your available space, access, workplace ergonomics and workflows, to establish the ideal solution to your noise control issue.

The AcousTech Noise Survey and Testing Process

Some of the data gathering methods we may utilise include:

• Acoustic measurements of equivalent continuous sound level and daily exposure levels

• Acoustic modelling of your building and processes using CadnaA state of the art acoustic predictor software

• Measurements of sound reverberation time inside buildings

• Sound measurements


• Noise surveys: di�erent acoustic descriptors will be used (LAEq, LA90, daily exposure, frequency spectrum, airborne or impact noise testing, reverberation time calculation, etc.)

• Modelling: spreadsheet or 3D computer-based

• Assessment: Industrial impact noise, noise reduction

• Reporting including noise mappings and management plans

• Acoustic commissioning, testing and certification

• AcousTech are specialists in the noise control industry

Organise a site visit by one of our experienced acoustic engineers today.

Call 1300 508 232


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Acoustic Enclosures

Each acoustic enclosure design is developed for your unique needs. We take into consideration your individual requirements of noise reduction, access,maintenance, materials and aesthetics.Your acoustic enclosure can be designedusing our innovative panel system ‘Sonic System’ or pre-fabricated in house using a structural frame. Acoustic enclosures can be fitted with vision panels, doors or access point, forced ventilation, extraction and ‘lift o� roof systems’.

Key Features • Easy to install

• Lightweight modular design

• High acoustic performance

• Water and fire resistant

• NATA approved

Applications• Machinery enclosures

• Generators

• Pumps

• Presses

• Saws

• Compressors

• Test Cells


When designing an acoustic enclosure, it’s important to ensure it is customised around the needs of your factory, your processes, and your specific piece of machinery.

To do this, we perform the following critical steps: 1. An initial consultation by phone or via web call to

determine your project needs, challenges, and desired outcomes.

2. We will visit your site to inspect your processes, take sound level recordings, and step you through the possible solutions.

3. We will find out about your operations such as how you use the machine, whether you need access, if the machine links to anything else,

and what are the possible impacts of enclosing the machine.

4. During the design and proposal stage our acoustic engineers and technical team must evaluate and design the best possible solution that meets all your requirements.

5. Presentation of the proposed design for your approval, before it is sent to the production team for manufacture.

6. Production, delivery and installation of the custom acoustic enclosure.

7. Final handover of the acoustic enclosure. At this stage, we will gain your feedback and even source a testimonial.

Optional extras to consider when installing an acoustic enclosureTo ensure your acoustic enclosure provides the ideal noise control for your facility, consider whether you require:

• Acoustic curtains to facilitate opening up areas for access.

• Noise barriers or walls to separate noisy areas from “quiet spaces” within your factory.

• Mobile soundproof panels o�ering flexibility for open plan workshops.

• Acoustic linings or foams to the interior of existing enclosures, where a complete new enclosure may not be required.

The process for designing the ideal acoustic enclosure


Mobile PanelsOur Mobile Soundproof Panels allow greater flexibility in your workspace as you can move them around your workshop.

You can use our Mobile Panels to create partitions and enclosures. Each panel has quality swivel castors.

Strategically placing the panels around the noise sources results in significant noise reductions.

Features

• Cut your noise levels

• Wide range of heights, widths, materials and wheel carrier configurations

• Easy to reposition around your workspace

• Lightweight

• NATA tested

• Customisable to your project

Applications

• Air-Arc Gouging

• Grinding

• Hammering

• Metal Stamping

• Presses

• Saws

• Pumps/Gen-sets


Grinding Bay and Workshop Noise ControlThe average noise levels in metal fabrication workshops range between approximately 80-125dB(A). Most common noise sources are from angle grinders, metal presses, cutting saws and hammering and bashing on metal objects.

Hearing loss in the industry is a genuine and common health risk.

This client had cordoned o� a corner of their facility as a grinding bay. The grinding operation could be in action for hours on

end and was an extreme health hazard to the operators and those working nearby. The transmitted noise to the o¥ce was also a significant nuisance.

Flexshield went to the site and recorded an o¥cial level of 97dB(A).

After the initial site consultation, Flexshield manufactured and installed clear, flexible noise control screens as an “L” configuration separating the grinding bay from the rest of the workshop.

The flexible noise control screens were manufactured to allow complete access for pedestrians, forklifts and product.

Being 100% clear also means that the sound control screens allow natural lighting and full visibility, both essential safety features.

Flexshield recorded the o¥cial after treatment noise at 78dB(A).


Welding ScreensOur WeldflexTM welding screens provide a high level of durability. The welding screen material is virtually impossible to tear or burn and provides full welding screen protecting following Australian Standards (AS/NZS 3957:2014).

Our WeldflexTM welding screens can be fixed or mobile depending on the needs of your application.

Features

• The durable 2mm thick material provides unmatched resistance to tearing or burning

• WeldflexTM 2mm strips do not rely on the ‘human element’ to close the curtain or place screens correctly when welding

• The heavy duty 2mm strip hangs solidly and allows for adequate ventilation while stopping disturbing air movement

• Fixed or mobile application, depending on the needs of your facility

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Applications

• Manufacturing

• Fabrication areas

• Maintenance areas

Grinding ScreensGrinding Screens can be a mobile panel system which provides you with the flexibility to move them around the workspace as the need arises. Alternatively, we can use our Sonic System and Duraflex clear sheets to create a complete soundproofed area for your facility.

Prolonged exposure to high noise concentrations can damage eardrums and cause noise-related deafness. Besides personal su�ering for your employees, this means long term absences through illness or high costs as a result of permanent disability.

Features

• Protect employees

• Reduce fire risk

• Provide spark protection during the grinding process

• Control noise

• Comply with government regulations

Applications

• Manufacturing

• Fabrication areas

• Maintenance areas

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If you are unsure what you need, one of our expert team will visit your site.

If you would like a site visit, please call 1300 799 969

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Dust and Splash Control Flexshield Sonic Clear Screens and Barriers is the ideal solution for dust and splash control in your manufacturing facility. Choose from flexible or softwall products to provide a physical barrier to airborne contaminants allowing you to create and maintain an e�ective cleanroom.

The Sonic Clear Screens and Barriers will control:

Applications• Sensitive equipment rooms

• Parts storage

• Tool rooms

• Food manufacturing

• Medical facilities

• Wash rooms

• Aviation

• High end industry

• Laboratories

• Chemical manufacturing

Benefits

• Flexshield curtains and barriers are made from only the strongest UV resistant and anti-corrosive materials

• Flexshield cleanroom PVC barriers have been tested from a wide range of common chemicals and corrosive agents

• Dust

• Noise

• Humidity

• Temperature

• Weather protection

• Fumes

• Flying Insects

Vendor ProcessWe understand you are time poor and require solutions quickly. Why not set up Flexshield as a preferred vendor?

Our accounts department would be happy to help you begin the process to make ordering from Flexshield much smoother.

Contact our Accounts team on 1300 799 969 to begin the vendor process.


Australia Phone:1300 799 969

Fax:1300 367 313 Email:[email protected]

New Zealand Phone:0800 002 663

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Accounts Head O�ce Postal Address PO Box 243, Drayton North, QLD 4350

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