Application
Kinetics Noise Control’s premier rollout system easily creates an airspace
of 1 to 4 inches and incorporates a high-performance resilient decoupler.
The isolation material with Model KIP isolators selected and spaced according
to design criteria offers major advantages over other systems. Installation
labor is substantially reduced, as it is easier to roll out batting with
pre-spaced isolators versus measuring for and placing individual isolation
mounts. This feature also ensures that the system will reach the high
levels of expected performance. This system is designed to meet requirements
for; load capacity, natural frequency/pad deflection, and acoustical performance.
Benefits
- STC 66/IIC 63
- Can be designed for any load range
- Easy to create 1-inch, 2-inch, 3-inch, and 4-inch
airspaces
- Fast, simple, inexpensive installation
- Optional channels or nailers can be used for stiffness
and increased airspace
Wood Floating Floor
Model RIM System wood floated floors are ideally suited for dance studios,
loft style condominiums, recording studios, and any other application
where high performance noise control is required and the structure cannot
support the weight of an isolated concrete slab. A Model RIM System floated
wood floor surpasses performance of continuous underlayments due to the
airspace and lower natural frequency created by the Model KIP pads spaced
at 12-, 16-, or 24-inches on center. Model RIM System can be supplied
to fit any load condition. Installation is easy and quick due to the pre-spaced
Model KIP pads. Moreover, the natural frequency remains relatively constant
over a wide range of loads, which is common in wood built construction
(i.e. a piano in a music studio). Kinetics Noise Control invites comparison
between our Model RIM System wood floor and any other product available.
Installation of Model RIM System for a wood floated floor is
similar to that of the isolated concrete slab. Starting with a
level subfloor, a 3/8" thick strip of Model SRP (perimeter
isolation board) is adhered to all non-isolated walls (the
height of Model SRP is dictated by the height of the finished
floor). The rolls of batting with secured pads are rolled out
into place. If heavy point loads exist, individual Model KIP
pads are then placed per submittal drawings. Typically, two
layers of (remove 3/4") plywood are laid (seams staggered) over
the isolation pads, and the finished floor is installed according
to the manufacture’s instructions. Where extra noise control
is required, layers of gypsum board can be added to the assembly
(remove sandwiched between the two layers of 3/4" plywood). This
adds mass, an essential requirement to effective noise control –
compare sound test A-15-a and A-15-b. The installation is completed
by applying acoustical caulking to the top of the Model SRP board.
