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, Washington DC

Keeping the sound of progress in check with portable sound barriers, Washington DC

Temporary acoustic barriers, Washington DC

Washington DC is many things. An international metropolis, a picturesque tourist city, and treasury of some of the United States’ most precious historical treasures. It is also, of course, the country’s capital, and the heart of the law and government on which American democracy rests.

During the latter half of the 20^th century, much of the city’s middle class moved to the suburbs in what was described as a ‘suburban flight’. Since the dawn of the new millennium however, young workers have poured into the city’s revitalized neighbourhoods, and Washington DC is now a thriving hub of activity even when the offices of government have closed for the evening.

Both the urban and suburban workers of Washington DC rely on strong infrastructure and ample working and living space to do their job effectively (which often means running the country effectively). It is therefore vital that necessary construction work be carried out to support this infrastructure, without disturbing the running of the Washington machine with excess noise pollution.

At Echo Barrier our range of market-leading acoustic barriers are the perfect solution for development projects. Whether it’s real estate, utility works, road, rail or heavy industry, our temporary sound barriers have an important role to play in balancing progress with peace and quiet.

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Outdoor sound barriers, Washington DC

Completing a construction project with minimal noise disturbance is no easy feat, particularly in a city with as many important residents and visitors as Washington DC.

Without appropriate noise cancelling technology, necessary work can cause unnecessary disruption and friction within the local community. Echo Barrier’s exterior sound barriers for construction provide up to 43dB noise control. In addition to delivering effective sound reduction, our acoustic barriers are cost-effective and feature low-visual impact technology. Used across the world, they have been proven in even the harshest conditions and climates.

Lightweight and easy to deploy, our panels can be attached to any structure, so you can complete your work quickly and within budget. When it comes to sound wall barriers, Washington DC contractors will not find a more durable solution than Echo Barrier. Washington DC may enjoy a temperate climate, but should any extreme weather occur, our barriers can withstand any temperature between -40 to 158 degrees Fahrenheit. They are also certified waterproof, meaning they will not suffer during the city’s damp winters, and can be jet washed to maintain their clean, professional aesthetic.

Temporary acoustic barriers, Washington DC

Echo Barrier’s modular systems can be utilised across different construction projects, or on highways to reduce traffic noise. This versatility is arguably our range’s greatest strength, as barriers significantly reduce noise pollution from construction projects, highways, railways, events, demolitions and more.

Since Washington DC relies on many workers driving from nearby suburbs each day, noise pollution at peak traffic times is also a concern. Using our sound barriers on highways stops noise levels from rising beyond a certain point, cancelling up to 100% of noise at certain frequencies. To get even greater use from our highway sound barriers, Washington DC workers may double them up for increased noise attenuation. Echo Barrier’s lightweight designs mean our barriers can easily be moved when they're no longer needed, or adapted as projects change.

Our panels are also ready to spread your corporate image. Designed to carry corporate branding, they act as multi-purpose billboards, conveying positive messages for your company in the form of logos, community care messages and more. It pays to advertise your success to the politicians of Washington DC.

By using Echo Barrier’s acoustic sound barriers, you can keep Washington DC running quietly and efficiently.
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