Controlling noise from heavy equipment such as generators, compressors, and fabrication tools is a critical operational challenge on construction sites, live-event locations, and film sets. Excessive sound not only disrupts local communities and breaches noise ordinances, it can also degrade on-site communication, reduce productivity, and impact audio quality in production environments.
Acoustic tents for high noise environments offer a portable noise-control solution anchored in engineered performance, capturing harmful sound at the source while remaining mobile, durable, and easy to deploy.
What Are Acoustic Tents?
Acoustic tents are portable, engineered enclosures that surround noisy equipment and workstations, reducing emitted sound levels and protecting surrounding areas. They are designed for temporary noise control and compliance in noise-sensitive settings, and they use multi-layered acoustic panels and structural frames that meet site safety standards.
These systems are especially effective for:
- Generator noise reduction
- Industrial machinery noise control
- Construction site noise mitigation
- Film set audio preservation
- Event power-unit sound containment
Hushtec Acoustic Tent Variants & Technical Specifications
Acoustic Tent 1.0 — Compact Mobile Enclosure
- Noise Reduction: up to 66 dB (STC 32 / NRC 0.9)
- Footprint: 2.5 m × 2.5 m
- Height: 2.2 m
- Structure: Galvanised scaffold frame with heavy-duty lockable castors
- Panels: Premium acoustic panels + transparent acoustic roof
- Key Benefits: Optimised for cutting, grinding, and fabrication tasks; folds to a single pallet; highly portable with quick assembly.
- Use Cases: Small to mid-sized construction sites, industrial fabrication, rental fleets.
Why it matters: Tent 1.0 blends high sound reduction with easy mobility, making it ideal for on-the-move crews needing targeted noise control without permanent infrastructure.
Acoustic Tent 2.0 — Expanded Workspace Enclosure
- Noise Reduction: up to 66 dB (STC 32 / NRC 0.9)
- Footprint: 2.5 m × 3.9 m
- Height: 2.2 m
- Structure: Galvanised scaffold frame with lockable swivel wheels
- Panels: Premium acoustic walls + transparent roof membrane
- Key Benefits: Larger internal workspace accommodates longer materials or bigger equipment; same portability as 1.0 while increasing work area.
- Use Cases: Infrastructure works, road and rail sites, fabrication and grinding zones
Why it matters: With a larger footprint, Tent 2.0 is engineered for extended cutting runs, processing long pipe sections or operating larger machines on site—all while maintaining robust noise control.
Acoustic Tent 3.0 — Maximum Coverage Mobile Solution
- Noise Reduction: up to 66 dB (STC 32 / NRC 0.9)
- Design: Spacious internal volume for heavier equipment or multiple simultaneous operations
- Mobility: Built-in castors for rapid repositioning
- Use Cases: Large generators, complex film-set layouts, dynamic event environments.
Why it matters: Tent 3.0 is crafted to support larger operational footprints without compromising on acoustic performance, making it ideal for sites with multiple noise sources or extensive working areas.
Technical Advantages Over Traditional Barriers
Acoustic tents provide distinct benefits compared to fixed sound walls or ad-hoc barriers:
- Source-Level Noise Reduction
By enclosing the primary source (e.g., generator, compressor), acoustic tents prevent noise from propagating beyond the work zone. - Portable & Rapid Deployment
Frame and panel systems assemble in minutes and can be repositioned along a worksite without cranes or foundations. - Engineered Panel Performance
Acoustic panels with high NRC and STC ratings ensure effective broadband sound attenuation, compliant with construction and production site standards. - Operational Safety & Visibility
Transparent acoustic roof panels admit light without sacrificing performance, enhancing safety and visibility in dark job sites or film sets.
Use Cases in High-Noise Settings
Construction & Infrastructure Projects
Generators and construction machinery are often located near residential zones or compliance lines. Acoustic tents:
- Reduce environmental noise
- Support compliance with local sound ordinances
- Improve worker communication
These advantages help minimise regulatory risk and community complaints, enabling work continuity.
Film Production & Broadcast
On set, audio clarity is mission-critical. Acoustic tents surrounding power units maintain:
- Clean sound capture
- On-set consistency
- Reduced post-production noise editing
Live Events & Temporary Locations
Events rely on portable power and temporary installation equipment. Acoustic tents help:
- Contain generator noise near audience and residential boundaries
- Improve guest experience
- Meet event site noise thresholds
Final Thoughts | Acoustic Tents for High Noise Environments
For high-noise environments where mobility, rapid deployment, and compliance matter, Hushtec acoustic tents deliver engineered performance that rivals permanent solutions—while maintaining flexibility and operational efficiency.
If you are managing construction sites, film productions, or event infrastructure where generator and machinery noise are bottlenecks, acoustic tents should be part of your noise-control strategy.
