Echo Barrier products are made with a special high-tech composite material that absorbs noise and suppresses noise reflection. At frequencies of 300Hz-1khz, it absorbs up to 100% of sound.

Echo Barrier products are unrivalled at reducing sound pollution but are light enough for one person to install. Despite being thinner and lighter than our competitors’ products, our barriers are more effective.

Acoustic sound absorption close up of barrier.

Echo Barrier products are fully waterproof to industry standards, IPx 6/9. They are effective in heavy rain and can be jet-washed.

Traditional acoustic blankets and noise barriers are often made of water-absorbent materials (such as fibreglass and Rockwool). When these materials get waterlogged, they weigh the barriers down and cut their noise reduction in half.

Extensive testing has proved that Echo Barrier's products provide unrivalled noise attenuation in the field. Laboratory tests have shown that our barriers reduce noise by up to 40dB. Even though our barriers are 50% lighter than conventional acoustic barriers, they are more effective. Echo Barrier's modular system of acoustic barriers are perfectly balanced in size and weight. They easily be linked and reconfigured to customize your barriers to for your work environment.

Echo Barrier's modular system of acoustic barriers are easy to move, deploy, and reconfigure for any situations.
If you need to create an acoustic wall or curtain, you can link the barriers vertically or horizontally. If you need extra noise reduction, they can be doubled up easily.
Echo Barrier's acoustic products can be positioned and modified to to meet your needs in almost any situation.

Echo Barrier's modular system of acoustic barriers are easy to move, deploy, and reconfigure for any situations.
If you need to create an acoustic wall or curtain, you can link the barriers vertically or horizontally. If you need extra noise reduction, they can be doubled up easily.
Echo Barrier's acoustic products can be positioned and modified to to meet your needs in almost any situation.

Tested to international standards:
Water-resistant test standard IPX6 / IPX9 (BSEN 60529:1992 )
Fire-resistant test standard ASTM E84 (BS 7837-1996)
Dust-resistant test standard BSEN 60529-1992
Cold-resistant test standard (result) BSEN 60068/2/1:2007
Tensile test standard (result) ISO 17025 (5.52kN vertical, 1.34 kN horizontal)
UV-resistant 3 years (USA + Canada)

The geometry of noise mitigation concerns the relative positions of:
* i) any barrier;
* ii) the source of noise it is intended to mitigate;
* iii) the noise receiver (in this case, the human ear).

The closer the barrier is placed to the noise source -making its "acoustic shadow" larger- the greater the noise attenuation. A barrier can also reduce more sound if it is made taller, or by using fence extentions
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As Echo Barrier products are lightweight and portable, they can be moved to cast the optimum acoustic shadow, and maintain the perfect site geometry as the project progresses.

The critical range in noise control is 300Hz-1000Hz. A noise control barrier must absorb as much sound as possible over this range if it is to be considered effective. Tested in the field, our barriers average a remarkable 77% efficiency over the crucial range. Considering our products are half the thickness and much lighter in weight than alternatives our competitive advantage becomes clear.

All Echo Barriers are designed with the end user in mind, they are easy to store, transport and install making for maximum site efficiency

What makes our acoustic barriers so effective?

The best way to understand how our temporary noise control barriers deliver market-leading performance at minimum weight is to take a look inside.

1. Front facing outer layer

We use super-durable, waterproof PVC, ensuring the best possible noise reduction without sacrificing appearance.

2. Noise-absorbent composite

Highest grade, acoustic absorbent made from recycled materials prevents noise from reflecting off the barrier (bio-degradable).

3. Waterproof breathable membrane

Absorbs sound, not water.

Designed with ease
of use in mind

Easy hook

Install in seconds without the need for permanent fixings

Reflective Strips

For extra visibility at night

High temperature in direct sunlight

UV resistant (5 years). Temperature resistant from -40° F to 158° F.

Mesh faces sound source

Always place the barrier with the black (mesh) side facing the source of the noise.

Do not use cutting tools

No sharp cutting tools to be used when unpacking barriers.

Frost resistant BSEN 60068/2/1:2007

Frost resistant from -40° F.

Water resistant BSEN 60529:1992

Fully water resistant, tested to IPX6/9.

Rigorous testing

There are two key measurements to consider when testing an acoustic barrier’s performance:

Transmission loss: The decrease in noise level (measured in decibels) that results when sound passes through a solid barrier;
Efficiency: The ability of a barrier to prevent sound reflection and its consequent increase in noise.

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By concentrating on one of these measures it is relatively easy for some barriers to perform well in the lab alone, but it is performance in the field that is vital.

Both in the lab and on worksites, Echo Barrier’s products achieve world-leading performance for both transmission loss and efficiency of sound absorption.

In some circumstances, Echo Barrier’s products perform better in the field than in a lab. The chart below shows the results of independent tests using a diesel-powered trenchless excavation drill.

When compared with their performance in the laboratory, Echo Barrier panels deployed on-site achieved an additional 5 dB in noise reduction at certain frequencies.

BARRIER ATTENUATION LAB v FIELD PERFORMANCE

Temporary Sound Barriers, Chicago

Keeping the sound of progress in check with portable sound barriers, Chicago

Temporary acoustic barriers, Chicago

As the United States’ Second City, Chicago is a vibrant, thriving metropolis, and home to an estimated 2.7 million people.

Since the Great Fire of 1871 destroyed nearly a third of the city, Chicago has risen like one of its towering skyscrapers to become the jewel of the Midwest, and a rival to both New York and Los Angeles when it comes to business, arts, transport, culture, and cuisine. And the city is still growing today, from its enormous public transport system to its 8,800 acres of green space and 600 public parks.

But with this never-ending growth comes the inevitable need for construction and demand for transport infrastructure to support it. In a city the size of Chicago, noise pollution is a real concern for both residents and tourists, and a threat to the city’s reputation.

At Echo Barrier we understand that ensuring a successful future for Chicago should not mean disturbing the peace of the present. Our acoustic barriers are the best way to ensure that all construction projects take place to the benefit of all Chicago residents, present and future.

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Outdoor sound barriers, Chicago

In a city as large and important as Chicago, dozens of major construction and infrastructure projects may be occurring simultaneously. It is therefore vital that all noise be kept within a defined limit, detailed in the city’s noise regulations.

It’s not always easy. Construction tools and traffic noise can be difficult to contain without the proper resources. For any company who wants to work with, and not against, the local community and its leaders, Echo Barrier’s exterior sound barriers for construction are the perfect solution, giving up to 43dB noise control. Our acoustic barriers provide developers and contractors with a cost-effective, low-visual impact technology that is effective at delivering sound reduction, so all necessary work can take place quickly, and without concern.

All our modular systems are ready for rapid deployment, can be moved by one person and attached to almost any structure for an immediate reduction in noise. When it comes to sound wall barriers, Chicago contractors will struggle to find a more durable or weatherproof solution than Echo Barrier. Chicago may be known as the Windy City, but being able to withstand temperatures from -40 to 158 degrees Fahrenheit means our panels are able to face anything Chicago’s climate throws at it, no matter the location or project.

Portable sound barriers, Chicago

This versatility is the greatest strength of Echo Barrier’s noise solutions. Our panels are made of a noise-absorbent composite, which is certified waterproof. Even in a downpour, or being blasted by a jet wash, they will not absorb water. They are also fire resistant and last up to five times longer than comparable products.

They can be used on construction projects, or on highways to reduce traffic noise. Chicago is well-known for its highways and railways, and by using our sound barriers on highways, you can prevent these infrastructural necessities from causing needless commotion. To get the most out of our highway sound barriers, Chicago workers may double them up to form a thicker barrier with increased noise attenuation. Echo Barrier’s lightweight design means our barriers can be transported and adapted to keep up with changing projects.

With our acoustic barriers, Chicago can continue to thrive without noisy disruption. Whether you're working in construction, railways, highways, events, demolition, or something else, you can keep the peace in Chicago while contributing to its future. Explore our collection of barriers today.

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