Certified acoustic mitigation for mission-critical infrastructure. Engineered for continuous operation, planning compliance and long-term perimeter resilience.
Air is a modular acoustic barrier system for data centre projects where operational reliability, planning compliance and long-term resilience matter. Built from 99% recycled polymers and tested to BS EN acoustic standards, it's engineered to control continuous boundary noise from cooling systems, plant equipment and standby generation while keeping installation straightforward and efficient.
Panels slot together for fast assembly with minimal disruption to phased construction programmes. The durable surface resists weathering and environmental exposure, helping reduce maintenance over the asset life.
Data centres need acoustic systems that address cooling plant and generator noise while supporting planning confidence and continuous operation. Air gives teams a tested, durable boundary-control option.
Verified acoustic data helps teams evidence off-site control around cooling plant, generators and cumulative noise risk.
Map cooling plant, generators and cumulative boundary noise risk.
Use verified absorption and insulation data to control off-site impact.
Provide a clear evidence chain for planning, procurement and stakeholder assurance.
Maintain 24/7 resilience through durable, low-maintenance cassette construction.
Protect operational certainty and community compliance. Air controls continuous boundary noise, installs efficiently within phased programmes and delivers performance designed for long-term infrastructure resilience.
Data centres generate constant mechanical noise from cooling plant, HVAC systems and standby generators, particularly where facilities are located near residential or mixed-use areas.
Effective noise mitigation is often a core planning requirement. Failure to manage boundary levels can delay approvals, trigger complaints and restrict 24/7 operational flexibility.
The modular cassette system enables efficient perimeter deployment across large compounds, supporting phased construction while maintaining certified acoustic control.
Effective boundary mitigation, improved resident comfort and a resilient 40-year design life - supporting developments that are both compliant and built to last.
For data centre teams, the practical gains are boundary compliance, reliable acoustic data, long design life and lower operational disruption.
Modular panels support efficient perimeter deployment and integrate with phased construction programmes.
Independently tested to BS EN standards with documented DLα and DLR ratings for planning compliance.
Durable surface engineered for a service life of up to 40 years in infrastructure environments.
Manufactured using recycled PVC housings with mineral wool infill to support ESG objectives.
Configurable heights and layouts to suit large compounds and complex site geometries.
Designed for continuous-use facilities where reliability and boundary protection are critical.
Timber barriers typically require replacement on a roughly 10-year cycle. Air is designed for up to 40 years of service, reducing return visits, disruption, waste and whole-life cost.
Air is specified once for the full 40-year design horizon. Timber typically returns to site every decade.
Fewer closures, fewer deliveries and fewer work windows reduce disruption to communities and operations.
Durability and modular cassette replacement reduce the material churn associated with repeated barrier renewal.
BS EN acoustic values and UKCA-ready documentation help project teams defend the whole-life choice.
Air is engineered for proven acoustic performance and long-term durability. Each cassette is built with recycled PVC housings and delivers a 40-year design life. The Absorptive variant incorporates a natural mineral-wool core for enhanced sound absorption, while the Reflective variant delivers high airborne insulation through a solid cassette structure. Tested to BS EN 1793-1 and -2, Air achieves DLα = 8 dB (sound absorption) and DLR = 28–29 dB (airborne insulation). The quick-slot cassette system enables rapid installation with minimal plant use, improving on-site safety and efficiency.
Air is designed for resilience and sustainability. The cassettes are weather-resistant, non-corrosive and maintenance-free, performing reliably in demanding environments. At end of life, the mineral wool and PVC can be separated, with the PVC granulated for reuse in new cassettes - supporting zero waste to landfill. Verified to BS EN 1793 / 1794, Air delivers a dependable, low-impact acoustic barrier for highways, rail, utilities and industrial projects.
Superior noise reduction
Recycled PVC housings
40-year design life
Quick-slot cassette system
Weather and corrosion resistant
BSI-verified / UKCA-ready certification
Certified sound absorption to BS EN 1793-1, with airborne insulation of DLR 28-29 dB to BS EN 1793-2.
Weather-resistant, non-corrosive cassettes designed to reduce maintenance and replacement cycles.
Recovered polymer housings support lower-impact infrastructure and end-of-life material recovery.
A simple promise: materials stay in use. From the very first extrusion to decades of reliable service, every Air barrier is designed to deliver both acoustic performance and long-term sustainability. The system minimises waste during manufacture, uses up to 99% recycled PVC, and is supported by a circular end-of-life programme that ensures each component is recovered, reprocessed and made ready for its next installation. This commitment to performance and reuse supports lower-waste noise control infrastructure.
Explore the most common questions on using Air within data centre and mission-critical infrastructure projects. For project-specific guidance, our expert team is ready to support.
Air is independently certified to BS EN 1793 and 1794 standards, providing verifiable acoustic performance data to support Noise Impact Assessments and planning conditions.
Air achieves DLα = 8 dB (sound absorption) and DLR = 28–29 dB (airborne insulation). Final performance depends on barrier height, layout and plant configuration.
Yes. Air is engineered for long-term durability and continuous-use environments, supporting stable boundary mitigation for facilities operating around the clock.
Barrier height is determined by the acoustic assessment and site constraints. Posts and centres are engineered project-specifically to meet structural and acoustic requirements.
The modular cassette system supports efficient perimeter deployment and integrates with phased construction programmes across extensive sites.
Yes. Air is suitable for perimeter mitigation and screening of plant areas, including cooling equipment and standby generation compounds.
Air is engineered for a design life of up to 40 years, offering long-term resilience with minimal maintenance exposure when installed correctly.
Air incorporates recycled materials and long-life design, helping reduce replacement cycles and supporting sustainability commitments within data centre developments.
Standard finishes include Brown and Green. Alternative finishes may be available depending on order volume and project requirements.
Yes. We support consultants, contractors and project teams with certification data, acoustic documentation and installation guidance throughout specification and delivery.
From major highways and busy rail networks to energy facilities and industrial sites, Air performs wherever noise affects people and places. Each environment presents unique challenges: meeting planning conditions, achieving compliance, advancing sustainability goals, and improving community well-being. With certified acoustic performance, responsibly sourced recycled materials, and a 40-year design life, Air delivers dependable, sector-wide solutions.
Explore the applications below to see how Air helps infrastructure projects combine performance, responsibility, and long-term value.
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