Acoustic Partitioning: IsoMax Clip

Acoustic Partitioning - IsoMax Clip

The IsoMax Clip is a high performing sound reduction system designed to completely isolate walls and ceilings. Attaching the IsoMax Clip to ceiling joists, timber and metal studs or masonry simply and easily secures the drywall furring channel, and decouples the gypsum board from the nonisolated structure. The resulting construction provides a resilient isolation solution for internal walls and ceilings.

Figure 1: Typical construction using the IsoMax Clip to isolate walls and ceilings

Figure 2: Superior performance of IsoMax Clip system to standard resilient bar construction

IsoMax Clip - 56dB

Figure 3: Resilient Bar Construction - 49dB

Constructed using a special rubber isolator, the IsoMax Clip system delivers a high level of sound insulation. This not only limits the potential for noise to pass through the cavity, but also eliminates the need to control noise transmission by providing less effective mass barriers. Tests undertaken in the United States have shown that this IsoMax Clip system outperforms standard resilient bar constructions by up to 7dB.

The IsoMax system ensures that the installer will not inadvertently screw through the 'resilient' leg of the channel into the joist or stud. Given the frequent occurrences where the resilient channel is accidentally rendered ineffective because it is directly screwed to the structure, this feature cannot be underestimated when designing and constructing ceilings and walls for noise control.

In addition to effective noise control, further performance benefits of the IsoMax clip system include its ability to withstand greater loads (up to 22.5kg per clip) and its low profile design which ensures minimum encroachment into available living space.

Cost effective noise control
The IsoMax Clip system is quick and easy to install using standard materials, making it one of the most cost effective methods available to achieve superior noise control in walls and ceilings.

• Offers a robust and higher performing alternative to traditional wall and ceiling isolation methods
• Outperforms standard resilient bar construction by up to 7dB*
• Withstands greater loads than standard systems to provide peace of mind for developers and dwellers
• Reduces the risk of error at installation stage, as screws cannot be inadvertently attached to the stud or joist through the resilient area
• Works as a space saving solution for either existing or new wall constructions, with minimal encroachment into living space
• For situations where fire protection is a consideration, fire rated wall and ceiling systems are also available
• Offers one of the most cost effective methods available to achieve superior noise control in walls and ceilings while using standard materials

Maximum load per clip on the ceiling or wall is 22.5kg. Fire rated wall and ceiling systems are also available.