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Boom times
As Auckland expands and high-density housing
accelerates, so does the need for good sound
insulation – Earcon Acoustics has it sorted
With no signs of Auckland’s residential
boom slowing, it’s scarcely surprising to
see the city spreading in all directions.
But it’s not just new subdivisions that
are changing the face of the city – the type
of housing is also changing. High-density living, including terrace houses and
apartments, are in hot demand.
Developers are putting an emphasis on
quality construction and good sound insulation, which is where Earcon Acoustics
is helping.
Earcon has been involved in the

design of several major developments,
including Hobsonville Point in the west
of Auckland, Flat Bush in the south and
apartments on East Coast Road and Long
Bay on the North Shore. The company has
also provided acoustic design solutions
for terraced houses in Hamilton.
Although some of these developments
are close to motorways or on aircraft flight
paths, comfort and peace have not been
compromised.
Double gazing, insulation and high
mass cladding have resolved the issue of

external noise transfer. Smart, economic
solutions for inter-tenancy walls and
floors have also been applied. These
range from traditional precast concrete to
Comflor slabs and timber-framed systems.
To contact Earcon Acoustics, phone
[phone]. Website: www.earcon.co.nz
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