About Our Acoustic Sound Barrier Systems

There are two types of sound barriers, deflective and absorptive. They are manufactured from concrete, metal, PVC, and wood. Sound barrier walls are used to effectively reduce noise pollution that reaches residential areas and are primarily installed along highways, roadways, loading ramps, and any location effected by excessive noise.

Before an acoustic sound barrier can be put in place, a number of things must be taken into account; soil conditions, site elevations, wall height requirements, footing depth, wind loading, noise level, type of sound barrier required and aesthetic value. These factors are all given serious consideration to ensure that the sound barrier performs optimally for that site.

Wall systems used for Ontario Hydro generating and transforming stations have specific requirements. Concrete panel walls are three meters high to prevent anyone from scaling them. In addition, concrete posts and panels are used for their non-conductive properties.

Sound barrier systems are also applied to commercial concerns. They are erected for large malls and plazas to prevent on-going traffic noise in loading areas.

Peninsula Construction has worked and continues to work in a number of areas including but not limited to: Lincoln Alexander Parkway (Hamilton), the QEW (Hamilton, Niagara Falls, St.Catharines), the Peace Bridge (truck inspection station), Fortino’s Grocery Store (Ancaster), Zehr’s (Welland), and various Ontario Hydro substations throughout southern Ontario.