Sustainable Solutions for Acoustic Walls

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Tuesday, March 10 202612:45 - 13:15
INFRA STAGE
Smart safe and climate-resilient roads
Sustainable Solutions for Acoustic Walls

Mitigating noise pollution while prioritizing environmental responsibility is entirely achievable. During highway construction, noise management is a critical challenge as traffic noise can reach 115 dB, approaching the human pain threshold of 120 dB. Transparent acoustic barriers provide a superior solution by reducing noise by 30+ dB, effectively transforming unbearable environments into tolerable ones. At Plaskolite, we know it is possible to offer thermoplastic sheets that protect human from noise pollution while protecting the environment with sustainable solutions. And we achieve this by utilizing lightweight materials, which are 50% lighter than glass and significantly reduce CO2 emissions during transport and installation. Furthermore, our advanced designs protect wildlife through bird-friendly patterns and enhance safety with polyamide-reinforced threads that contain fragments if a panel breaks. These materials are fully recyclable, supporting a circular economy through mechanical regrinding or molecular depolymerization.

Speakers

Ricard Culubret
Ricard CulubretSenior Product Manager Cast Acrylic EMEAPlaskolite