Welding bay walls

Australian manufactured Welding bay walls designed for Australian education environments using Sonic System acoustic modular panels.

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Plan welding bay walls that suit your workshop layout, acoustic requirements and teaching environment. Compare V50 and V225 panel options, construction details and configuration requirements to determine what your project needs. Access independently tested acoustic performance, technical documentation and a practical specification schedule to support procurement and prepare an accurate quote request. Flexshield can also assist with panel selection, workshop planning and installation requirements.

Designed for welding bays in Australian education workshops and Trade Training Centres.
Sonic System acoustic modular panel V50 and V225 panels are commonly used for education welding bay walls, with other panel types available on request.
Perforated internal face helps absorb noise generated within the welding area.
Solid external face provides a durable workshop-facing surface.
Modular construction allows walls to be configured around individual bays and complete workshop layouts.
Compatible with Weldflex™ welding curtains, Welding tables, FlexWeld floor mats and Safe welding fume extraction.
Australian-manufactured and available as supply only or supply and installation.
Supported by independently tested acoustic performance data.

Welding bay walls help separate individual welding work areas while managing noise generated during practical training. Constructed from Sonic System acoustic modular panels, the walls combine a perforated internal steel face with a high-density Rockwool core and a solid external face.

The perforated face faces the welding activity to absorb noise within the bay, while the panel construction also reduces noise between adjacent work areas. This allows welding bays to be planned as part of an organised workshop layout without relying on lightweight partitions.

Flexshield commonly uses Sonic System acoustic modular panel V50 and V225 for education welding bay walls. V50 provides an NRC rating of 1.00 and Rw 31dB, while V225 provides an NRC rating of 0.80 and Rw 24dB. Other Sonic System acoustic modular panel variants can be specified for different acoustic requirements.

Welding bay walls can be installed as individual partitions or incorporated throughout a Complete acoustic welding bay layout. Panel selection should consider the required acoustic performance, wall dimensions, workshop arrangement and associated welding equipment.

Welding bay wall construction

Welding bay walls are constructed using Sonic System acoustic modular panels.

Typical V50 construction

50mm panel thickness.
450mm cover width.
Perforated internal steel face.
Solid external steel face.
High-density Rockwool acoustic core at 70 kg/m³.
Interlocking modular construction.
Corrosion-resistant treatment.
Custom-cut lengths available.

Typical V225 construction

50mm panel thickness.
450mm cover width.
Perforated internal steel face.
Solid external steel face.
High-density Rockwool acoustic core at 70 kg/m³.
Interlocking modular construction.
Corrosion-resistant treatment.
Custom-cut lengths available.

Flexshield’s current technical data lists panel lengths up to 5700mm for both V50 and V225, with custom cutting available.

Panel Options

Sonic System acoustic modular panel V50.
Sonic System acoustic modular panel V225.
Other Sonic System acoustic modular panel variants available on request where project requirements call for different acoustic performance.
Custom panel lengths.
End panel joints.
Project-specific support framework where required.
Colour and finish options subject to project requirements.

Compatible Components

Welding bay walls can be incorporated with:

Weldflex™ welding strip curtains.
Weldflex™ welding sheet curtains.
Welding tables.
FlexWeld floor mats.
Quench tanks.
Safe welding fume extraction.
Inspection and access arrangements where required.

Every Trade Training Centre is different. Welding bay walls are configured around the workshop rather than supplied as a fixed package, allowing layouts to accommodate individual bays, multi-bay teaching areas and complete workshop fit-outs.

Sonic System acoustic modular panels are supported by independent acoustic testing and technical documentation.

Flexshield lists acoustic testing to AS 1191:2002, with Rw determined in accordance with ISO 717.1. The current product information records V50 at Rw 31dB and NRC 1.00, and V225 at Rw 24dB and NRC 0.80.

The Sonic System acoustic modular panel range is also listed as fire-rated to FRL -/120/- in accordance with AS 1530.4-2014. Project teams should confirm the applicable fire and acoustic documentation for the selected panel and complete wall configuration during specification.

Supporting documentation is available to assist architects, builders, education providers and project teams with specification, procurement and project delivery.

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

Item	Requirement
Project name
Education facility
Installation location
Number of welding bays	_____
Wall height	_____ mm
Wall length	_____ mm
Panel type	V50 / V225 / Other
Sonic System acoustic modular panels	Qty _____
Support framework	Yes / No / To be confirmed
Weldflex™ welding strip curtains	Yes / No Qty _____
Weldflex™ welding sheet curtains	Yes / No Qty _____
Welding tables	Yes / No Qty _____
FlexWeld floor mats	Yes / No Qty _____
Safe welding fume extraction	Yes / No
Standalone walls or Complete acoustic welding bay	Standalone / Complete Bay
Installation	Supply Only / Supply & Install

Need assistance? Flexshield can assist with panel selection, workshop planning and specification documentation for education projects.

Independent testing supports the acoustic performance of the Sonic System acoustic modular panels used to construct Welding bay walls.

Panel	Thickness	NRC Rating	Rw Rating	Typical Education Application
Sonic System acoustic modular panel V50	50mm	1.00	31dB	Welding bay walls where higher sound absorption and noise reduction are required
Sonic System acoustic modular panel V225	50mm	0.80	24dB	Welding bay walls where the project acoustic requirements suit the V225 performance
Other Sonic System acoustic modular panel variants	Varies	Varies	Varies	Available on request for project-specific acoustic requirements

The V50 and V225 panels both use a 70 kg/m³ Rockwool core, 450mm cover width and interlocking modular construction. The complete Sonic System acoustic modular panel range includes additional variants where higher acoustic performance is required.

Detailed acoustic test reports, panel data sheets and supporting technical documentation are available on request.

Designed for welding bays in Australian education workshops and Trade Training Centres.
Sonic System acoustic modular panel V50 and V225 panels are commonly used for education welding bay walls, with other panel types available on request.
Perforated internal face helps absorb noise generated within the welding area.
Solid external face provides a durable workshop-facing surface.
Modular construction allows walls to be configured around individual bays and complete workshop layouts.
Compatible with Weldflex™ welding curtains, Welding tables, FlexWeld floor mats and Safe welding fume extraction.
Australian-manufactured and available as supply only or supply and installation.
Supported by independently tested acoustic performance data.

Welding bay wall construction

Welding bay walls are constructed using Sonic System acoustic modular panels.

Typical V50 construction

50mm panel thickness.
450mm cover width.
Perforated internal steel face.
Solid external steel face.
High-density Rockwool acoustic core at 70 kg/m³.
Interlocking modular construction.
Corrosion-resistant treatment.
Custom-cut lengths available.

Typical V225 construction

50mm panel thickness.
450mm cover width.
Perforated internal steel face.
Solid external steel face.
High-density Rockwool acoustic core at 70 kg/m³.
Interlocking modular construction.
Corrosion-resistant treatment.
Custom-cut lengths available.

Flexshield’s current technical data lists panel lengths up to 5700mm for both V50 and V225, with custom cutting available.

Panel Options

Sonic System acoustic modular panel V50.
Sonic System acoustic modular panel V225.
Other Sonic System acoustic modular panel variants available on request where project requirements call for different acoustic performance.
Custom panel lengths.
End panel joints.
Project-specific support framework where required.
Colour and finish options subject to project requirements.

Compatible Components

Welding bay walls can be incorporated with:

Weldflex™ welding strip curtains.
Weldflex™ welding sheet curtains.
Welding tables.
FlexWeld floor mats.
Quench tanks.
Safe welding fume extraction.
Inspection and access arrangements where required.

Sonic System acoustic modular panels are supported by independent acoustic testing and technical documentation.

Supporting documentation is available to assist architects, builders, education providers and project teams with specification, procurement and project delivery.

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

Item	Requirement
Project name
Education facility
Installation location
Number of welding bays	_____
Wall height	_____ mm
Wall length	_____ mm
Panel type	V50 / V225 / Other
Sonic System acoustic modular panels	Qty _____
Support framework	Yes / No / To be confirmed
Weldflex™ welding strip curtains	Yes / No Qty _____
Weldflex™ welding sheet curtains	Yes / No Qty _____
Welding tables	Yes / No Qty _____
FlexWeld floor mats	Yes / No Qty _____
Safe welding fume extraction	Yes / No
Standalone walls or Complete acoustic welding bay	Standalone / Complete Bay
Installation	Supply Only / Supply & Install

Need assistance? Flexshield can assist with panel selection, workshop planning and specification documentation for education projects.

Independent testing supports the acoustic performance of the Sonic System acoustic modular panels used to construct Welding bay walls.

Panel	Thickness	NRC Rating	Rw Rating	Typical Education Application
Sonic System acoustic modular panel V50	50mm	1.00	31dB	Welding bay walls where higher sound absorption and noise reduction are required
Sonic System acoustic modular panel V225	50mm	0.80	24dB	Welding bay walls where the project acoustic requirements suit the V225 performance
Other Sonic System acoustic modular panel variants	Varies	Varies	Varies	Available on request for project-specific acoustic requirements

Detailed acoustic test reports, panel data sheets and supporting technical documentation are available on request.

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Questions people ask about Welding bay walls

Which Sonic System acoustic modular panels are used for Welding bay walls?

Flexshield commonly uses Sonic System acoustic modular panels V50 and V225 for educational welding bay walls. V50 has an NRC rating of 1.00 and Rw 31dB, while V225 has an NRC rating of 0.80 and Rw 24dB. Other panel variants are available on request where different acoustic requirements apply.

How do Welding bay walls help manage workshop noise?

The Sonic System acoustic modular panels used for Welding bay walls combine a perforated internal face, high-density Rockwool core and solid external face. The perforated face helps absorb noise within the welding area, while the complete panel provides noise reduction between the bay and surrounding workshop areas. The required panel should be selected according to the project’s acoustic requirements.

Can Welding bay walls be configured for different workshop layouts?

Yes. The modular panels allow Welding bay walls to be planned around individual bays, multi-bay layouts and complete Trade Training Centre workshops. Wall height, length, panel selection, access points and associated welding equipment can be considered as part of the workshop layout. Flexshield can assist with planning and specification.

Can other components be incorporated with Welding bay walls?

Yes. Welding bay walls can be combined with Weldflex™ strip curtains or Weldflex™ sheet curtains, Welding tables, FlexWeld floor mats, Quench tanks and Safe welding fume extraction. The final arrangement depends on the workshop layout, number of bays and teaching requirements.

What information is needed to specify Welding bay walls?

Project teams should identify the number of welding bays, required wall dimensions, preferred Sonic System acoustic modular panel type and any associated curtain, workstation or fume extraction requirements. Installation preferences and whether the walls form part of a Complete acoustic welding bay should also be identified. Flexshield can provide technical documentation and assist with panel selection and workshop planning.