Noise Enclosures

Engineered Acoustic Enclosures for Industrial Equipment Noise Control

Noise enclosures, also referred to as acoustic enclosures or noise control enclosures, are engineered systems designed to contain and reduce noise generated by industrial equipment, mechanical systems, and process machinery. These enclosures are used when airborne noise levels exceed acceptable limits and direct source containment is the most effective mitigation strategy.

Constructed using modular acoustic panel systems, noise enclosures are custom-designed around equipment such as generators, compressors, blowers, pumps, turbines, and other high-noise machinery. The enclosure structure reduces sound transmission while maintaining proper ventilation, equipment accessibility, and operational reliability.

Acoustic enclosures may be designed as fully enclosed structures, partial barriers, or equipment-integrated housings, depending on the application and maintenance requirements. Additional components such as ventilation silencers, acoustic doors, viewing windows, access hatches, and forced ventilation systems can be incorporated to create a complete engineered noise control solution.

Key Features
  • High-Performance Noise Reduction
     Designed to significantly reduce airborne equipment noise through engineered sound containment and absorption.
  • Modular Acoustic Panel Construction
     Built using high-performance acoustic panel assemblies that provide sound absorption, transmission loss, and structural durability.
  • Custom Equipment Integration
     Designed around generators, compressors, blowers, pumps, turbines, fans, and other industrial machinery.
  • Ventilation and Thermal Management
     Engineered airflow systems maintain proper cooling and operational performance while preserving acoustic integrity.
  • Integrated Access Solutions
     Acoustic personnel doors, removable panels, access hatches, and observation windows available for maintenance and operation.
  • Indoor or Outdoor Construction
     Fabricated for indoor mechanical spaces or exterior industrial environments with weather-resistant finishes and structural considerations.
  • Custom Structural Design
     Configurations available for skid-mounted systems, rooftop equipment, standalone installations, or retrofit applications.
Typical Applications
  • Generator packages and power generation equipment
  • Air compressors and compressed air systems
  • Industrial blowers and ventilation equipment
  • Pumps and process machinery
  • Turbines and engine-driven equipment
  • Manufacturing facilities and process plants
  • Mechanical equipment rooms
  • Oil & gas, marine, offshore, utility, and industrial applications
Performance by Design

Noise enclosures are engineered using a combination of sound absorption, transmission loss, and acoustic isolation principles to achieve targeted noise reduction while maintaining equipment performance.

The enclosure design must balance acoustic effectiveness with critical operational requirements such as airflow, serviceability, heat rejection, equipment clearances, and structural loading. Acoustic weak points—including ventilation openings, doors, penetrations, and maintenance access—are addressed using integrated silencers and specialized acoustic components.

Key design considerations include:

  • Required sound attenuation and target noise criteria
  • Equipment heat load and ventilation airflow requirements
  • Access and maintenance clearances
  • Indoor or outdoor environmental exposure
  • Structural loading, wind, and site conditions
  • Equipment footprint and installation constraints
  • Integration with silencers, duct systems, or mechanical interfaces

By containing noise at the source, acoustic enclosures provide an effective and durable solution for achieving workplace safety, regulatory compliance, and improved environmental noise control.