Complete acoustic grinding bays

Australian-manufactured complete acoustic grinding bays designed for Australian education environments, from individual grinding stations to complete Trade Training Centre workshops.

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Get the information you need to plan and specify a grinding bay that fits your workshop. Compare construction options, compatible components and optional inclusions to determine what your project requires. Access technical documentation, applicable test results and a practical specification schedule to support procurement and prepare an accurate quote request. Flexshield can also assist with workshop planning, technical advice and installation requirements.

Designed specifically for Australian education environments.
Create safe, organised grinding areas for students and teachers.
Configured for individual grinding stations or complete workshop layouts.
Australian-manufactured using compatible Flexshield products from one supplier.
Available as supply only or supply and installation throughout Australia.
Supported by independently NATA-accredited acoustic testing and more than 25 years of manufacturing experience.

Complete acoustic grinding bays are designed to create dedicated grinding areas that support workshop organisation, student safety, teacher supervision and practical learning.

Each bay is configured around the workshop layout and can be installed as a single grinding station or as part of a complete Trade Training Centre fit-out. SonicClear PVC strip or sheet curtains provide clear visibility while helping contain sparks, dust and debris within the designated grinding area.

Supporting technical documentation is available to assist architects, builders, education providers and project teams during planning and specification.

Grinding Bay Walls – Sonic System V50 Acoustic Panel Construction

Pre-finished steel and Rockwool sandwich panel construction
Internal face – 0.6mm perforated steel facing the noise source
External face – 0.8mm solid steel sheet
Internal core – Acoustic-rated Rockwool (70 kg/m³)
Panel edging – 2mm steel channel capping
Standard finish – Dulux Grey Nurse (custom colours available)

Steel Support Framework

35 x 35 x 2 RHS (Rectangular Hollow Section)
Available in Galvabond or powder-coated finish
Engineered for structural integrity and stability

Grinding Curtains

SonicClear PVC strip curtains or SonicClear sheet curtains
Transparent PVC for clear visibility and teacher supervision
UV and spark resistant

Flexible configuration options

Optional Integrated Components
Grinding benches and workstations
Dust extraction interfaces
Inspection windows

Custom bay configurations

Every Trade Training Centre is different. Complete acoustic grinding bays are configured around the workshop rather than supplied as a fixed package, allowing installations from a single grinding bay through to complete workshop fit-outs.
Galvanised or powder-coated steel support framework
Australian manufactured components

Optional Integrated Components

Grinding benches and workstations
Dust extraction interfaces
Inspection windows
Custom bay configurations

Complete acoustic grinding bays are manufactured using products supported by independent testing and recognised quality management standards.

Documentation is available to support specification, procurement and project delivery, including NATA-accredited acoustic testing where applicable, recognised AS/NZS standards where applicable, ISO 9001 Quality Management, ISO 14001 Environmental Management, AS4801 Occupational Health and Safety and supporting technical documentation.

Copy and amend the schedule below to suit your project requirements.

Item	Requirement
Project Name
Education Facility
Number of Grinding Bays
SonicClear PVC strip curtains	Yes / No Qty ____
SonicClear PVC sheet curtains	Yes / No Qty ____
Grinding benches	Yes / No Qty ____
Dust extraction	Yes / No Qty ____
Installation	Supply Only / Supply & Install

Need assistance? Flexshield can provide workshop planning advice, specification documentation and technical support for education projects.

Independent testing supports the performance of products used within Complete acoustic grinding bays, providing architects, specifiers, builders and education providers with confidence during specification and project delivery.

Component	Testing Standard	Compliance Requirements	Performance Criteria
Sonic System acoustic modular panels and SonicClear PVC strip curtains	ISO 354 ISO 717.1 AS/NZS 3957	Sound absorption Sound insulation UV resistance Fire retardancy	Sonic System V50 – NRC 1.00 \| Rw 31 dB Sonic System V225 – NRC 0.80 \| Rw 24 dB
Support framework	AS/NZS 4100 AS/NZS 1554	Structural integrity Coating systems	Load capacity Corrosion resistance
Dust extraction	AS/NZS 4114.1 AS 4289	Extraction efficiency Airflow	Capture performance Workshop suitability
Grinding benches	AS 1657	Load capacity Stability	Durability Safety compliance

Flexshield operates certified management systems including ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and AS4801. Detailed NATA-accredited test reports, product data sheets and supporting technical documentation are available on request.

Designed specifically for Australian education environments.
Create safe, organised grinding areas for students and teachers.
Configured for individual grinding stations or complete workshop layouts.
Australian-manufactured using compatible Flexshield products from one supplier.
Available as supply only or supply and installation throughout Australia.
Supported by independently NATA-accredited acoustic testing and more than 25 years of manufacturing experience.

Complete acoustic grinding bays are designed to create dedicated grinding areas that support workshop organisation, student safety, teacher supervision and practical learning.

Supporting technical documentation is available to assist architects, builders, education providers and project teams during planning and specification.

Grinding Bay Walls – Sonic System V50 Acoustic Panel Construction

Pre-finished steel and Rockwool sandwich panel construction
Internal face – 0.6mm perforated steel facing the noise source
External face – 0.8mm solid steel sheet
Internal core – Acoustic-rated Rockwool (70 kg/m³)
Panel edging – 2mm steel channel capping
Standard finish – Dulux Grey Nurse (custom colours available)

Steel Support Framework

35 x 35 x 2 RHS (Rectangular Hollow Section)
Available in Galvabond or powder-coated finish
Engineered for structural integrity and stability

Grinding Curtains

SonicClear PVC strip curtains or SonicClear sheet curtains
Transparent PVC for clear visibility and teacher supervision
UV and spark resistant

Flexible configuration options

Optional Integrated Components
Grinding benches and workstations
Dust extraction interfaces
Inspection windows

Custom bay configurations

Every Trade Training Centre is different. Complete acoustic grinding bays are configured around the workshop rather than supplied as a fixed package, allowing installations from a single grinding bay through to complete workshop fit-outs.
Galvanised or powder-coated steel support framework
Australian manufactured components

Optional Integrated Components

Grinding benches and workstations
Dust extraction interfaces
Inspection windows
Custom bay configurations

Complete acoustic grinding bays are manufactured using products supported by independent testing and recognised quality management standards.

Copy and amend the schedule below to suit your project requirements.

Item	Requirement
Project Name
Education Facility
Number of Grinding Bays
SonicClear PVC strip curtains	Yes / No Qty ____
SonicClear PVC sheet curtains	Yes / No Qty ____
Grinding benches	Yes / No Qty ____
Dust extraction	Yes / No Qty ____
Installation	Supply Only / Supply & Install

Need assistance? Flexshield can provide workshop planning advice, specification documentation and technical support for education projects.

Component	Testing Standard	Compliance Requirements	Performance Criteria
Sonic System acoustic modular panels and SonicClear PVC strip curtains	ISO 354 ISO 717.1 AS/NZS 3957	Sound absorption Sound insulation UV resistance Fire retardancy	Sonic System V50 – NRC 1.00 \| Rw 31 dB Sonic System V225 – NRC 0.80 \| Rw 24 dB
Support framework	AS/NZS 4100 AS/NZS 1554	Structural integrity Coating systems	Load capacity Corrosion resistance
Dust extraction	AS/NZS 4114.1 AS 4289	Extraction efficiency Airflow	Capture performance Workshop suitability
Grinding benches	AS 1657	Load capacity Stability	Durability Safety compliance

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Project Case Study

A robust acoustic solution to keep students and educators safe

Project: Sonic Acoustic welding and grinding bays for TAFE training facilities

Industry: Construction/Education

Location: Chadston,VIC

Client: SJ Higgins Group Pty Ltd

Questions people ask about Complete acoustic grinding bays

Can Flexshield assist with planning and installation?

Yes. Flexshield provides workshop planning advice, specification documentation and technical support for education projects. Complete acoustic grinding bays are available as supply only or supply and installation throughout Australia. Project teams can use the specification schedule to identify bay quantities, curtain requirements, optional components and installation preferences before requesting a quote.

What technical documentation is available for specification?

Flexshield can provide product data sheets, supporting technical documentation and independently NATA-accredited acoustic test reports where applicable. Documentation is available to assist architects, builders, education providers and project teams with planning, specification and procurement. Applicable testing and compliance requirements should be confirmed for the components selected for each project.

How do the curtains support visibility and supervision?

SonicClear Strip Curtains and SonicClear Sheet Curtains are made from transparent PVC, allowing teachers to maintain visibility into designated grinding areas. They are UV and spark resistant and help contain sparks, dust and debris within the grinding area. Curtain selection and configuration should be considered alongside the workshop’s supervision and operational requirements.

What components can be included in Complete acoustic grinding bays?

Complete acoustic grinding bays can incorporate Sonic System V50 Acoustic Panel walls, steel support frameworks and transparent SonicClear Strip Curtains or SonicClear Sheet Curtains. Optional components include grinding benches and workstations, dust extraction interfaces, inspection windows and custom bay configurations. The final arrangement depends on the workshop layout and project requirements.

How are Complete acoustic grinding bays configured for different workshop layouts?

Complete acoustic grinding bays are configured around the available workshop space, the number of grinding stations and the project’s operational requirements. Flexshield can assist with workshop planning and provide configurations that incorporate compatible components, rather than supplying a fixed package.

Complete acoustic grinding bays

Project Gallery

Project Case Study

A robust acoustic solution to keep students and educators safe

Questions people ask about Complete acoustic grinding bays

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