QUIET STUD Acoustic Wall Solution by Rondo Building Services

QUIET STUD Acoustic Wall Solution

Description

Rondo QUIET STUD is a breakthrough in acoustic control. Its unique design, combined with appropriate lining board systems, forms an effective buffer against unwanted noise and a cost-effective solution to acoustic control provisions.

Fast and simple to install, it leaves more usable floor space in a similar footprint and is almost exactly the same as standard drywall construction, resulting in lower installation costs and virtual fail-safe acoustic wall system.

System Components:

QUIET Stud
Wall Track
Deflection Head Track

Key Features

Achieves superior performance in a smaller footprint, leaving more floor space against traditional staggered stud systems
Quick installation as it is virtually the same as standard drywall construction, resulting in lower labour costs
Single profile; no need for staggered stud method of installation
Utilises standard Rondo 92mm top and bottom wall tracks
Bell-mouthed service holes for electrical cabling
Studs are designed for a friction fit into top and bottom wall track
Manufactured with a minimum coating of Z275

Scope of Use

Acoustic control provisions
Acoustic wall system
Non-Fire Rated Systems
Fire Rated Systems
Inter-tenancy walls

Limitations on Use

Rondo recommends its products and systems are installed by a qualified tradesperson and according to the relevant codes and standards
In addition to the information in the QUIET STUD Design Manual professional advice should be sought

In-Service History

The Rondo QUIET STUD system has been used in a range of projects, including apartments, hotel refurbishments, schools, universities, hospitals and offices.

At the District Law Court in Western Australia, Rondo QUIET STUD was used as an effective buffer against unwanted noise between court rooms and at the recent Clyde Quay Wharf Apartments in New Zealand, between the inter-tenancy walls.

Other Performance Attributes

Manufactured with a minimum coating of Z275

Acoustic Performance:

For a performance comparison using the same configuration of plasterboard lining, insulation, sealants and installation details on both a standard Rondo 92mm x 0.55bmt lipped C Steel Stud and the Rondo 92mm x 0.55bmt QUIET STUD — see Table 3 in the QUIET STUD Design Manual .