Open‑plan offices have become the norm in modern workplaces, emphasizing collaboration, transparency, and flexibility. Yet this design trend poses a significant acoustic challenge: noise control. Sound‑reducing perforated baffles provide a high‑performance solution that enhances speech clarity, reduces distractions, and improves employee well‑being.

Common acoustic issues:

• High reverberation time (RT60)

• Reduced speech privacy

• Lowered productivity due to distraction

• Increased stress and fatigue

Key product features:

• Material: Perforated aluminum or steel, durable coating

• Core: Mineral wool, recycled PET, or acoustic foam

• Design: Uniform or gradient perforation patterns

• Suspension: Modular ceiling installation, tool-less hanging systems

• Performance: NRC up to 0.88; targets 250–4000 Hz

Standards: ASTM C423, ISO 11654, ISO 11930, ASTM E84, ASCE structural codes

Application areas: Open offices, meeting zones, phone booths, circulation paths

Case Study Highlights – Melbourne Creative Agency:

• RT60 dropped: 1.3s to 0.6s

• NRC increased: 0.42 to 0.88

• Employee feedback: Improved focus and reduced vocal fatigue

Maintenance: Dusting, periodic inspection, core replacement as needed

Future Trends: Interactive acoustic systems, sensor integration, mixed-material baffle designs

Integrate these sound‑reducing baffles to transform noisy zones into focused, productive workspaces with measurable acoustic improvement.