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Absorptive acoustic fencing for train maintenance depot
400m of Jacksons’ Jakoustic Plus absorptive fencing has been installed to mitigate the effects of noise and light pollution from the Reading Train Maintenance Depot on nearby residential areas. The state-of-the-art site provides servicing and maintenance facilities for 147 trains, so high levels of safety and security were also required
An absorptive fencing system was required to mitigate the effects of noise and light pollution from the Reading Train Maintenance Depot on nearby residential areas. The state-of-the-art site provides servicing and maintenance facilities for 147 trains, so high levels of safety and security were also required.
Product supplied
Reading Train Maintenance Depot benefits from 400m of Jacksons’ Jakoustic Plus acoustic fencing which can reduce sound by up to 32dB*. This enables the depot to manage noise effectively for local residents while delivering privacy for the site.
The Jakcure® pressure-treated timber facing (which is guaranteed for 25 years) means the fencing system meets Network Rail’s sustainability requirements.
Comment
Acoustics Solutions Manager, Justin Khadaroo, said: ‘Jacksons was pleased to be able to offer detailed design support to the client throughout the construction process, ultimately providing our high performance Jakoustic Plus fencing – the ideal solution for a modern and sustainable infrastructure project.’
