Bespoke system design
AET designed a compact sound masking system around the open-plan floorplate and meeting room privacy requirements.
Case Study
Shark Ninja Sound Masking for open-plan and meeting room privacy
AET designed, installed and commissioned a bespoke sound masking system for Shark Ninja, helping make speech less intelligible at a distance across open-plan areas while supporting confidential meetings on site.
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Bespoke low-profile speakers
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Bespoke Compact control system
45dBA
Open-plan commissioned level
42dBA
Meeting room and office level
The acoustic challenge
Shark Ninja needed to reduce distraction from conversations across its open-plan office while improving speech privacy around meeting rooms used for sensitive discussions.
The team wanted meetings to feel easier to hold on site, with less risk of conversations being understood outside the intended area.
Ceiling void installation
Speakers were installed within the ceiling void, firing towards the slab to create an indirect, cloud-like sound.
Multi-zone control
The system was split into adjustable zones so meeting rooms and open-plan areas could be managed independently.
Out-of-hours delivery
Installation was completed outside working hours, helping the system become part of the workplace without disruption.
Outcome
A discreet privacy system for a busy workplace
The system helped Shark Ninja manage ambient sound levels across open-plan and meeting room areas while keeping the installation unobtrusive.
Speech privacy
Masking levels were set to help make confidential conversations less intelligible outside the intended meeting area.
Focus support
Open-plan areas were supported with sound masking to make nearby conversations less distracting at a distance.
Bespoke manufacture
AET-designed speakers were held in stock, with a bespoke control unit produced for the project.
Smooth installation
The installation was carried out outside working hours, with no concerns raised by end users.
The system was installed outside working hours, helping improve workplace privacy without creating disruption for the team.
Frequently asked questions
Find answers to common questions about sound masking and planning a workplace installation.
What is sound masking?
Sound masking introduces a carefully controlled background sound that makes speech less intelligible and reduces distraction.
Where can it be used?
It can support open offices, private offices, meeting rooms and other spaces where speech privacy or focus matters.
How do we start?
AET reviews the workplace, understands the privacy or comfort challenge, then recommends an acoustic approach for the space.