Masonry Wall Isolation Strip for CMU Acoustic Walls
Kinetics PC-10 is a custom-molded and coated fiberglass board with a galvanized steel channel, engineered to resiliently separate a CMU, or concrete masonry unit, wall from non-isolated structure. It is used where masonry walls must maintain acoustic separation from the surrounding building structure to support the intended performance of sound-rated assemblies.

Reduces Flanking Sound and Vibration Paths
In acoustic wall construction, sound can bypass a rated wall through structural connections, floors, ceilings, and rigid wall supports. Kinetics notes that flanking through a floor/ceiling assembly can reduce STC or IIC ratings by 10 points or more compared with non-flanked sound control construction. PC-10 creates a resilient break to help stop sound or vibration from flanking to the area below the wall.

Designed for Continuous CMU Wall Support
PC-10 is applied continuously along the bottom of a CMU wall wherever acoustical isolation is required. This provides continuous resilient support of the masonry wall while helping maintain a fully effective sound-rated assembly. For proper separation, neoprene tubing, supplied by others, should be used around any reinforcement from non-isolated structure.

Reliable Acoustic Coordination for Masonry Construction
PC-10 is frequently used with other Kinetics sound isolation products in consultant-specified acoustic wall systems. It is designed for loads up to 15 psi, with higher capacities available by contacting the factory. This makes PC-10 suitable for masonry acoustic isolation in commercial buildings, cinemas, studios, hotels, schools, healthcare facilities, infrastructure projects, and other noise-sensitive developments across the UAE and GCC.