Grinding Bays

Grinding work can generate high noise levels, sparks and debris that affect surrounding work areas. A purpose-built Grinding Bay creates a defined work zone while allowing the layout to be designed around the workshop rather than forcing operations into a standard footprint.

Sonic System acoustic modular panels form the solid walls of the bay. Their acoustic construction provides the added benefit of reducing the impact of grinding noise on nearby work areas. SonicClear PVC curtains can be incorporated at access points to maintain visibility and practical movement in and out of the bay.

Grinding Bays can be configured as individual work areas or as a group of adjoining bays, depending on the available space and production requirements.

Sonic System acoustic modular panel walls

The solid walls of Flexshield Grinding Bays are constructed using Sonic System acoustic modular panels. The panels provide a durable steel-faced wall while also contributing acoustic absorption and noise reduction within the workshop.

• 50mm modular panel construction
• Steel-faced construction suited to industrial environments
• Pre-fabricated to project dimensions
• Modular design allows the bay layout to be tailored to the available workshop footprint
• Acoustic core assists with reducing grinding noise beyond the immediate work area

Steel support frame

The supporting frame is designed to provide a stable structure for the Grinding Bay and can be configured around the required dimensions, access points and surrounding equipment.

• Heavy-duty steel framework
• Powder-coated finish available
• Custom frame dimensions
• Fixed floor installation
• Provision for project-specific access and enclosure requirements

SonicClear PVC curtains

SonicClear PVC curtains can be used at Grinding Bay openings where visibility and access are required. The curtain configuration can be designed around personnel movement, equipment access and the width of the bay opening.

• Clear PVC construction for visibility
• Overlapping strips can be configured for the required opening
• Fixed or sliding arrangements can be considered to suit the workshop
• Curtains help separate grinding activity from adjacent work areas

Additional components

Grinding Bays can also incorporate project-specific components where required, including:

• Lockable access doors
• Roof panels
• Observation windows
• Ventilation integration
• Lighting
• Additional screening
• Custom access points

Testing, compliance and material requirements depend on the final Grinding Bay configuration and project specification.

Where project requirements call for acoustic performance data, fire performance information, structural documentation or other technical evidence, the relevant Flexshield product documentation should be reviewed against the final design.

Project-specific compliance requirements should be confirmed during specification rather than assumed from a standard bay configuration.

Grinding Bay Test Results