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The Isolator Newsletter – December 2025 – Vol 82

Hello December! As the year winds down, the energy at KGC continues to rise — driven by innovation, engineering excellence, and projects that push acoustic performance to new heights. This month, our spotlight turns to an iconic Hotel Ras Al Khaimah, where we delivered a premium acoustic louver solution engineered to protect luxury spaces from mechanical and outdoor noise. In our technical discussion, we explore how blade orientation within acoustic louvers influences sound attenuation — revealing the science behind airflow paths, angle geometry, and frequency control. Our product highlight this month features the Kinetics Acoustic Louvers — built to balance airflow, durability, and high-performance noise reduction across the most demanding façade applications. As we close another impactful month, we’re reminded that precision, passion, and purpose continue to shape every solution we engineer. Let’s keep the momentum strong — advancing quietly, performing powerfully.

As December begins, the energy at KGC continues to rise — driven by innovation, engineering excellence, and projects that push acoustic performance to new heights. This month’s spotlight features a premium acoustic louver solution delivered for the Hotel Ras Al Khaimah, where our custom-engineered design achieved exceptional façade noise control and performance. In our technical […]

Designing for Well-Being: How Acoustic and Visual Environments Shape the Mental Health of Older Adults

At Kinetics Group of Companies, we recognise that buildings are not merely physical structures; they are experiential environments that shape how people feel, think, behave, and age. The interaction of sound and light within indoor spaces plays a profound role in shaping emotional stability, cognitive clarity, and psychological resilience — especially among older adults. A comprehensive 2025 systematic review published in Humanities and […]

The Isolator Newsletter – November 2025 – Vol 81

The Isolator - November 2025 - Vol. 81

As November begins, KGC continues to move with unstoppable energy — driving innovation in vibration and acoustic control across the region. This month’s spotlight features two landmark projects: a Museum in Al Ain and a Fruit & Vegetable Market in Oman, where our engineered solutions have delivered exceptional performance and reliability. In our technical corner, […]

The Future of Clean Entrances: Electrostatic Air Curtains Redefining Air Purification

At Kinetics Group, we’ve always believed that building entrances are more than just passageways—they’re the first line of defence for comfort, energy efficiency, and now, indoor air quality. The latest report (2025) by Feng, Lan, Xie, and Ren, published in Building and Environment, introduces an innovation that aligns perfectly with Kinetics’ vision for cleaner, smarter, and more energy-efficient environments: an electrostatic-based […]

The Isolator Newsletter – October 2025 – Vol 80

As October begins, KGC is moving full speed ahead with innovative vibration and seismic solutions that ensure safety, efficiency, and reliability across the GCC. This month’s spotlight highlights critical facilities—data centers, high-rises, and more—where our Kinflex Rubber Flexible Connectors are delivering proven performance. In our product corner, Spring Isolators and Seismic Restraints stand out for […]

How Indoor Environmental Quality Shapes Cognitive Performance – And Why Noise & Vibration Solutions Matter

At Kinetics Group of Companies (KGC), our mission goes beyond delivering engineering solutions — we create environments where people work smarter, learn better, and live healthier. A recent systematic review by Wang et al. (2021, Building and Environment) sheds light on how Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) directly affects occupants’ cognitive functions, which are the very foundation of productivity and decision-making […]

The Isolator Newsletter – September 2025 – Vol 79

As the city shakes off the summer lull, Kinetics is back in action. This month, we delivered fresh air innovation with a state-of-the-art FAHU system for a Residential Building in Al Muraqqabat, Dubai. In our tech spotlight: the principles and advantages of FAHU with Heat Recovery Wheel and DX Condensing Unit, plus our expertise in […]

5 Critical Vibration Issues Killing Your HVAC Equipment (And How to Fix Them)

In the intricate world of building management and industrial operations, HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) systems are silently working to maintain optimal indoor environments. However, there’s a hidden enemy that can silently sabotage their efficiency, shorten their lifespan, and disrupt the peace: VIBRATION. Uncontrolled vibration in HVAC equipment isn’t just an annoyance; it’s a […]

The Isolator Newsletter – August 2025 – Vol 78

While summer winds down, things are heating up at KGC. This month, we delivered hush-mode HVAC solutions for a Battery Storage Factory in Abu Dhabi and a Renal Clinic in Oman. In our tech spotlight: smart sound control in ductwork, and our featured product—the Kinetics Rectangular Attenuator—quiet, durable, and airflow-friendly. It’s full speed (and low […]

How Sound Attenuators Work

Effective noise control is essential in modern building environments, particularly where comfort and productivity are priorities. Sound attenuators—also known as duct silencers—are critical components in HVAC systems, designed to minimize noise transmission through ductwork and maintain acoustic comfort in occupied spaces. (1)(3) Fundamental Concepts What is Sound? Sound is a propagating vibrational disturbance or wave in […]