FEEL THE SILENCE
David Schaub, CEO, S.A.C. Silent AG» YOU CAN'T SAY IT LOUD ENOUGH: SILENCE IS GOOD FOR US HUMANS AND PERFECT ROOM ACOUSTICS ARE EVEN BETTER! THAT'S WHY WE'VE DEVELOPED SYSTEMS WITH OPTIMISED ACOUSTIC CHARACTERISTICS THAT BLEND WITH MODERN ARCHITECTURE TO CREATE A PERFECT AESTHETIC IMPRESSION.»
Kohlfirst Centre, Archiecture: meyer stegemann architekten ag, Schaffhausen Photographs: Matthias Bader Photography, Wiesendangen 05
SILENCE IS THE GREATEST REVELATION. Lao Tzu
FUNCTIONALITY AND AESTHETICS IN HARMONY That's what we aim to achieve: perfect acoustics in perfect settings. In our fast-moving and challenging world, the demand for optimal room acoustics is constantly rising. Various studies show that room acoustics can critically influence individual well-being. Modern architecture tends to feature spacious, brightly lit rooms with hard floor coverings, smooth walls and large window areas. Not only do our jointless, smooth acoustic systems enhance the elegance of these interior designs they also provide optimum sound absorption for the comfort and well-being of room users. Our "Made in Switzerland" acoustic systems were developed in collaboration with leading architects and acoustics specialists, so exceptional room acoustics can be combined with perfect aesthetic appeal in buildings and rooms of all types. Private residence. Architecture: Graf Biscioni Architekten AG, Winterthur Photograph: Arnold Kohler Photography, Winterthur 09
Ceiling substructure AMF Silent baseplate s.a.c. basic s.a.c. topcoat GREY LINE Suspended jointless acoustic system The Grey Line system is designed for rooms where there is a suspended ceiling structure with a cavity. The sound-absorbing mineral panel is fixed directly onto the substructure. Groove-and-ridge joints between individual panels ensure a flat, uniform surface so the end result is perfect every time. The benefit: active acoustics can be integrated into room designs with suspended ceilings and there is no need for additional structures. 11
Concrete / Substructure Knauf SM 700 Pro s.a.c. suono acoustic panel s.a.c. basic s.a.c. topcoat YELLOW LINE Glued acoustic system The Yellow Line system can be mounted directly on ceilings and walls with no need for a substructure. The mineral-fibre acoustic panels deliver a system solution with maximum sound absorption. Minimal overall height and flexible application options make Yellow Line the ideal solution for a wide range of design options. This system is also an excellent choice for rounded and curved surfaces. 13
S.A.C. SILENT IN CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS Incredible versatility Room acoustics have to meet a very diverse range of requirements in modern buildings such as schools, restaurants, office blocks, concert halls and lecture theatres. Our acoustic systems provide architects, acoustics engineers and building owners with sound absorption solutions that ensure optimum results for each individual type of room use.
Kaffee Gyger, Thusis. Architecture: Emulsion Innenarchitektur, Sils im Bomleschg/Graubünden Canton Photographs: Andrea Badrutt, Chur 17
The Kohlfrist Centre, entrance lobby. Architecture: meyer stegemann architekten ag, Schaffhausen Photographs: Matthias Bader Photography, Wiesendangen 19
Hotel Banana City, banqueting/conference room, Winterthur Architecture: oederlin zambrini architekten ag, photographs: Knauf AG, Switzerland Hotel Valbella Inn acoustic wall application conference room. Bern City Theatre. Architecture: Itten+Brechbühl AG, Bern Architecture: Christian Aebli & Partner, Fislisbach, photographs: Hotel Valbella Inn Photographs: Knauf AG, Switzerland 21
Open-plan office. Architecture: Graf Biscioni Architekten AG, Winterthur Photograph: Arnold Kohler Photography, Winterthur 23
ALL GREAT ACCOMPLISHMENTS ARE ACHIEVED THROUGH SILENCE. Paul Keller
S.A.C. SILENT IN RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION Living space that looks - and sounds - good There is scientific evidence to prove that a room's ambience is critically influenced by its acoustics as well as its visual appearance. In terms of physics, sounds and noises are actually vibrations that impact our well-being. Our Acoustic System for Buildings creates harmony between both sensory stimuli what we hear and what we see go hand in hand.
Hotel Valbella Inn. Architecture: Christian Aebli & Partner, Fislisbach Photographs: Hotel Valbella Inn Privately owned home, Switzerland 29
Private residence. Architecture: Graf Biscioni Architekten AG, Winterthur Photograph: Arnold Kohler Photography, Winterthur The Kohlfrist Centre. Architecture: meyer stegemann architekten ag, Schaffhausen Photographs: Matthias Bader Photography, Wiesendangen 31
S.A.C. Silent AG Alti Ruedelfingerstrass 28 CH-8460 Marthalen info@sac-silent.com www.sac-silent.com