Buildtec Acoustics

Project OverviewBuildtec Acoustics is proud to have been a part of the Ravensdale Street social housing project in Belfast, Northern Ireland. This crucial initiative, undertaken by EHA Group in partnership with Ark Housing, aimed to provide high-quality, modern living spaces for the local community.Project DetailsRavensdale Street saw the development of six new apartments, offering much-needed social housing options in Belfast. The project prioritized modern design principles while ensuring each apartment met the highest standards for resident comfort.Acoustic Considerations in Social HousingCreating a peaceful living environment is paramount in social housing developments. Well-managed acoustics contribute significantly to resident well-being and overall satisfaction with their homes.The Buildtec Acoustics SolutionBuildtec Acoustics, recognizing the importance of soundproofing in social housing, supplied Isolgomma Roll for all six apartments throughout the Ravensdale Street project. Isolgomma Roll is a high-performance acoustic underlay specifically designed to effectively reduce impact noise transmission within multi-unit dwellings.Benefits of Isolgomma RollSuperior Soundproofing: Isolgomma Roll's exceptional performance in dampening impact noise helps create a quieter and more serene living environment for residents, minimizing noise disruption from daily activities within the apartments.Improved Floor Performance: Isolgomma Roll provides a stable and level subfloor, enhancing the overall performance and longevity of the finished flooring.Efficient Installation: The user-friendly format of Isolgomma Roll allows for a quick and efficient installation process, minimizing disruption to the overall project timeline.ConclusionThe Ravensdale Street project exemplifies Buildtec Acoustics' commitment to delivering effective and sustainable acoustic solutions for social housing developments. By utilizing Isolgomma Roll, the project ensured optimal soundproofing for each apartment, contributing to the overall success of the Ravensdale Street initiative and the well-being of its future residents.Buildtec Acoustics: Enhancing Social Housing with Optimal AcousticsWe are passionate about creating comfortable and peaceful living spaces for all. Contact Buildtec Acoustics today to discuss how we can optimize the acoustics of your next social housing project.

Project OverviewBuildtec Acoustics is proud to have been a part of the Stage mixed-use development in London. This prestigious project comprises four buildings offering over 400,000 sq. ft. of modern residential, commercial, and retail space. The development boasts 412 private residential apartments, some reaching an impressive 37 storeys high.ChallengeEnsuring optimal soundproofing within a large-scale mixed-use development is crucial for resident comfort and overall livability. Buildtec Acoustics needed to provide an effective acoustic underlay solution that met the specific requirements of the Stage development.SolutionBuildtec Acoustics supplied Isolgomma Basewood, a high-performance loose-laid underlay specifically designed for superior acoustic insulation over screed floors. A total of 23,000 square meters of Basewood was installed throughout the development.BenefitsEnhanced Soundproofing: Basewood's unique composition effectively reduces impact sound transmission and airborne noise, creating a quieter and more peaceful living environment for residents.Improved Floor Performance: Basewood provides a stable and level subfloor, improving the overall performance and longevity of the finished flooring.Efficient Installation: The loose-laid format of Basewood allows for a quick and efficient installation process, minimizing disruption to the project timeline.Project TeamArchitect: Perkins & WillMain Contractor: C.J. O’SheaFlooring Contractor: TCSConclusionThe Stage mixed-use development is a testament to Buildtec Acoustics' commitment to delivering exceptional acoustic solutions for large-scale projects. By utilizing Isolgomma Basewood, the project achieved superior soundproofing, improved floor performance, and efficient installation, contributing to the overall success of the development.We are confident that our expertise and proven solutions can benefit your next project. Contact Buildtec Acoustics today to discuss your specific acoustic requirements.

Project OverviewBuildtec Acoustics is proud to have played a vital role in the Quarry Heights social housing development in Newtownards, Northern Ireland. This substantial project, a collaborative effort between Dunlop Homes, and Ark Housing, delivered new homes for the local community, comprising a mix of 10 houses and 13 apartments.Project DetailsQuarry Heights represents a significant investment in modern social housing for Newtownards. The development features a variety of housing options, with 10 houses and 13 apartments, all designed with a focus on contemporary living and resident comfort. In social housing developments where multiple families reside in close proximity, effective soundproofing is crucial for a peaceful living environment.Acoustic Considerations in Social HousingUncontrolled noise transmission within and between units can disrupt daily life and negatively impact resident well-being in social housing projects. Buildtec Acoustics understands the importance of creating a tranquil living environment for all.The Buildtec Acoustics SolutionDunlop Homes worked with Buildtec Acoustics who supplied Isolgomma Uproll 9mm acoustic underlay throughout the Quarry Heights development. Isolgomma is a high-performance solution specifically designed to effectively reduce impact noise transmission in multi-unit dwellings.This product solution offers Impact sound reduction of up to 24 dB.Benefits of Isolgomma Acoustic UnderlaySuperior Soundproofing: Isolgomma's exceptional performance in dampening impact noise helps create a quieter and more serene living environment for residents. This minimizes noise disruption from daily activities within the apartments.Improved Floor Performance: Isolgomma provides a stable and level subfloor, enhancing the overall performance and longevity of the finished flooring.Efficient Installation: The user-friendly format of Isolgomma allows for a quick and efficient installation process, minimizing disruption to the overall project timeline.ConclusionThe Quarry Heights project exemplifies Buildtec Acoustics' commitment to supporting social housing initiatives. By utilizing Isolgomma acoustic underlay, Buildtec played a key role in ensuring optimal soundproofing for each of the new homes. This contributes significantly to the overall success of the Quarry Heights development and the well-being of its future residents.Buildtec Acoustics: Building a Better Future, One Quiet Home at a TimeWe are passionate about creating comfortable and peaceful living spaces for all. Contact Buildtec Acoustics today to discuss how we can optimize the acoustics of your next social housing project.

Project OverviewIsolgomma products played a key role in the sophisticated renovation of Koningslaan 32, an elegant historic villa overlooking Amsterdam's beloved Vondelpark. The project aimed to restore the property's grandeur while creating four luxurious 400-500 sqm apartments spread across two levels. Isolgomma’s expertise ensured acoustic comfort remained a priority amidst the transformation.ChallengeThe renovation presented a unique acoustic challenge. The existing wooden floors, while maintaining their historic charm, posed limitations in sound insulation due to their variability in structure and lower mass. This could potentially disrupt the tranquillity desired in these luxury apartments.SolutionThrough collaboration with an acoustic project consultant, with the manufacturer they devised a bespoke solution to achieve optimal sound insulation. This combined approach incorporated:Plasterboard Ceilings with Fibrous Insulation: This installation effectively reduced airborne noise transmission within the apartments.Upgrei Underlayment: Installed beneath the screed flooring, Upgrei provided superior impact sound insulation, addressing the specific concerns related to the existing wooden floors.ResultThe combined solution successfully addressed both airborne and impact noise concerns. The adaptability of the chosen methods ensured compatibility with the historic structure's variability, preserving the building's heritage while achieving the desired level of acoustic comfort for the future residents.Balancing Modern Needs with Historic CharmThis project exemplifies our products ability to deliver innovative solutions for complex renovations. We understand the importance of preserving a building's character while ensuring modern comforts like superior soundproofing. Contact Buildtec Acoustics today to discuss your unique renovation project requirements.

Project OverviewBuildtec Acoustics is proud to have partnered with EHA Group on Mimosa Court, a contemporary apartment complex in Derry, Northern Ireland. Completed in September 2021, the project provided much-needed housing with a focus on sustainability and resident comfort.Project DetailsMimosa Court comprises 27 modern apartments, featuring a mix of 9 one-bedroom and 18 two-bedroom units. The project involved the demolition of existing structures and construction of new sustainable timber frame buildings, along with comprehensive landscaping. The site team's dedication to quality is reflected in the Pride in the Job Quality Award received by Construction Manager Noel Logue, a testament to the project's exceptional standards.Acoustic Challenge & SolutionBuildtec Acoustics was tasked with value engineering an acoustic solution for the floors within the timber frame construction. Considering the project's focus on sustainability, a solution that minimized environmental impact was crucial.The Solution:Buildtec Acoustics proposed and implemented a design utilizing Isolgomma UPROLL a sustainable and effective acoustic underlay specifically designed for timber frame structures. This solution offered numerous benefits:Superior Soundproofing: Post-completion testing by ATBEC LTD confirmed exceptional results, exceeding current regulations with an average of 49 L'nTw (compared to the required ≤62 L'nTw). This achievement ensures optimal noise control within the apartments, promoting a peaceful living environment for residents.Sustainable Choice: Isolgomma aligns with the project's commitment to sustainability, contributing to Mimosa Court's eco-friendly construction.Value Engineered: Buildtec Acoustics' value engineering approach ensured cost-effectiveness while delivering superior acoustic performance.ConclusionMimosa Court serves as a prime example of Buildtec Acoustics' expertise in delivering sustainable and cost-effective acoustic solutions. By utilizing Isolgomma, the project achieved exceptional soundproofing within a sustainable timber frame construction, contributing to the overall success of Mimosa Court.Buildtec Acoustics: Sustainable Solutions for Optimal AcousticsWe are committed to providing innovative and sustainable acoustic solutions for your project. Contact Buildtec Acoustics today to discuss how we can optimize both soundproofing and environmental impact for your next development.

Project OverviewBuildtec Acoustics partnered with Sacyr Somague to provide a critical acoustic solution for the new 66,000-square-meter University of Ulster campus in Belfast. Our focus was on the Nanotechnology and Integrated Bio-Engineering Centre (NIBEC) laboratories, which house highly sensitive equipment and apparatus susceptible to vibration.ChallengeThe NIBEC laboratories required a stringent vibration control solution to ensure optimal functionality of the delicate equipment. Traditional structural solutions posed challenges, potentially impacting headroom heights, building usability, and incurring significant costs.SolutionBuildtec Acoustics identified Highmat 50, a high-performance acoustic flooring system, as the ideal solution. A total of 2,000 square meters of Highmat 50 was installed beneath a 200mm screed throughout the laboratories.BenefitsSuperior Vibration Control: Highmat 50 effectively isolates structure-borne vibrations, creating a stable and vibration-free environment for sensitive equipment within the NIBEC laboratories.Preserved Functionality: The installed solution ensures the optimal performance of the laboratories' equipment, safeguarding critical research activities.Cost-Effective Approach: Highmat 50 provided a practical and cost-effective alternative to traditional structural solutions, optimizing project efficiency.Project TeamArchitect: HJ LyonsEngineer: Design IDMain Contractor: Sacyr SomagueFlooring Contractor: MastercraftProduct: Highmat 50Quantity: 2,000m²ConclusionThe University of Ulster project showcases Buildtec Acoustics' expertise in delivering innovative solutions for complex vibration control challenges. Highmat 50's exceptional performance ensured a vibration-free environment within the NIBEC laboratories, fostering optimal research conditions and protecting vital equipment.We are committed to providing tailored acoustic solutions for your project. Contact Buildtec Acoustics today to discuss your specific requirements.