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 reduce sound travel 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 sound travel across its open-plan office while improving confidentiality in meeting rooms used for sensitive discussions.
The team wanted meetings to feel easier to hold on site, without conversations carrying further than intended.
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
Meeting rooms were supported with masking levels designed to reduce the risk of confidential conversations travelling.
Focus support
Open-plan areas were treated to help reduce distracting speech transfer across the floorplate.
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.
Answer practical questions clearly
Use FAQs to explain sound masking, privacy, installation, acoustic performance and what happens next.
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.