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 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 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.
