Introducing the RL96: a Leaner, Simpler and Better Sound Masking Controller

Recently added to our SmartSMS-NET sound masking product line, the RL96 is a rugged, compact rack-mount sound masking controller that packs a punch. It is meant to replace its bulkier predecessors, the RL120 and RL200, as one of our flagship sound masking controllers specially tailored to office spaces above 5000 square feet (460 m2). Designed with simplicity, versatility and cost-efficiency in mind, the RL96 delivers a whole new level of acoustic performance in a 1U compact footprint.

Our SMS-STR Speaker Complies with the City of Chicago Environmental Air (CCEA)

The safety and efficiency of our sound masking equipment takes top priority, which is why we're pleased to announce that our SMS-STR sound masking speaker now fully meets the City of Chicago’s stricter electrical safety requirements and can be installed in any region where building code requires that electrical wires are run through metal conduit.

Accredited Continuing Education Program for Architects and Designers

We're introducing a new course registered with the American institute of Architects (AIA) for continuing education credits. In this course, architects and designers will learn about the importance of sound masking and how it can easily be implemented in different sized offices. They will understand why speech can be overheard in an office space and learn about one of the most efficient methods of creating an office environment with the perfect balance between confidentiality and acoustic comfort. In addition, they'll discover how sound masking contributes to positive change in performance and wellness of employees by increasing their privacy.

Learn How LEED Construction and Sound Masking Play Very Well Together

LEED projects primarily aim at delivering modern, bright, airy workspaces that put employee wellness, health and productivity at the core. However, green building design brings new acoustical engineering, vibration and noise mitigation challenges that didn’t previously arise in conventional construction methods. Tackling this new set of challenges is what Soft dB does best.

Premier Tech Wins an Excellence in Architecture Award for Its Olympe Project in Rivière-du-Loup

A client of ours, Premier Tech in Rivière-du-Loup, received OAQ's Award of Excellence in Architecture for its newly completed Olympe building. It should be noted that our sound masking system is an integral part of this innovative building, ensuring the acoustic comfort of Premier Tech employees across its open-plan offices spread out over three floors.

National Bank's New Head Office in Montreal Aiming for a LEED v4 Gold and WELL Certification

With its unique design emphasizing collaborative, modern, bright, and technology-driven spaces, National Bank’s new head office will be one of Montreal’s most impressive office buildings. Aiming for a LEED v4 Gold and WELL certification, the building is also designed to meet the world’s strictest standards in terms of sustainable construction, integrated design and occupants’ health and well-being. The National Bank already leverages our SmartSMS-NET sound masking system in its existing locations to provide employees with optimal acoustic comfort, increased speech privacy and the ability to focus on what matters most.

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SAC Nordic Becomes Our New Sound Masking System Distributor in Sweden

New Sound Masking Sales Manager in the Southwest and South Central States