Operable Wall
OUR OPERABLE WALLS PERFORM BETTER AT REDUCING SOUND THAN A STANDARD GYPROCK WALL. MODERN AND STYLISH, THEY ARE AVAILABLE IN VARIOUS FINISHES TO MATCH YOUR INTERIOR.
70 Series
Our 70 series panels are 75mm thick with a maximum width of 1200mm. The panels incorporate a 10mm trim around the perimeter of the frames with 20mm interlocking stiles. These stiles also include four vertical rubber seals to provide a complete airtight seal.
| Panel Thickness | 75mm |
| Panel Width | Maximum 1200mm Minimum 800mm |
| Acoustic Rating |
Rw41 – 21kg/m2 |
100 Series
Our 100 series panels are 100mm thick with a maximum width of 1200mm. The panels incorporate a 10mm trim around the perimeter of the frames with dual 20mm interlocking stiles. These stiles also include three vertical rubber bulb seals and two vertical PVC seals to provide a complete airtight seal.
| Panel Thickness | 100mm |
| Panel Width | Maximum 1200mm Minimum 800mm |
| Acoustic Rating | Rw50 – 58kg/m2 |
Design Content
Feel free to download Unifold’s BIM Operable Wall content to assist you with the creation of design iterations. Our easy-to-use Revit project files enable specifiers to build a fit for purpose Operable Wall with automated panel sizes, stacking options, schedules, track details, Rw ratings, elevations and seal configuration. If you wish to discuss your options further, do not hesitate to contact our Sales estimators.
Centre Stacking
Side Stacking
Remote Stacking
Centre Stack – the most simple and basic stacking option available. Each panel includes one centrally located 4-wheel trolley. Panels are operated and hinged in pairs for extra stability.
Side Stack – side stack allows you to store the panels slightly off to the side of the main track. Each panels includes two (2) heavy duty bearing disc-trolleys. The easiest way to operate the panels as they are individually pushed along the track.
Remote Stack – Remote stack allows you to store the panels wherever you wish, such as a closet or stacking bay, which both protects the panels while also keeping them out of view. Similar to the side stack but panels are moved along the track to be stacked away from the main track.
Acoustics
All products are manufactured in Australia at our state-of-the-art facility, always to exacting standards and using quality componentry. Acoustic tests are carried out and certified by an Australian Acoustical Authority to AS 1276, meeting NATA approved specifications.
| RW Rating Chart | |
| 34-37 | Loud Speech Understood (standard wall) |
| 38-42 | Normal Speech Audible |
| 43-44 | Loud Speech Audible |
| 45-47 | Loud Speech Barely Audible |
| 48-50 | Shouting Not Audible |
The right acoustics for your wall
The typical insulated wall in a house has a RW rating between 34-39, so even our most basic operable wall will perform better than a standard wall. When you are deciding the best sound rating for your wall, it is important to consider a few things. As with all things, a chain is only as strong as its weakest link. In this case, the weak link will be spaces where sound can leak; such as through air ducts, or open spaces in the ceiling. Make sure that you are picking a wall that will properly match the acoustics of your room.
RW Chart
34 – 38 – Loud Speech Understood: Schools
38 – 42 – Normal Speech Audible; unintelligible: Libraries, Churches
40 – 44 – Loud Speech Audible, but unintelligible: Meeting Rooms, Higher Education
43 – 47 – Loud Speech Barely Audible: Boardroom, Clubs
46 – 50 – Shouting Not Audible: Community Halls, Private Meeting Rooms
Acoustic flanking
The purpose of an acoustic system for walls is to reduce the transmission of sound, both airborne and structure-borne. This can be accomplished by sealing all leaks that would otherwise permit the transmission of airborne sound, and through the use of proper construction at wall and floor intersections, prevent the transmission of structure-borne sound.
There are a few things to consider when it comes to the horizontal seals. The main factor will be your desired Rw rating (weighted sound reduction).
Fixed top and bottom seals
Fixed top & retractable bottom seals – Retractable top & bottom seals
Seals:
Seal Option 1:
Fixed top and bottom seals: the most economical solution for sealing off between the panels and the floor/track. Seals can accommodate 12mm variance in floor levels due to ‘tear-offs’ in each finger.
Seal Option 2:
Fixed top and retractable bottom seals: mainly used when floor levels exceed 20mm (up to 25mm), but also used on very high applications, where ease of operation is most critical. Seals can be activated manually or automatically.
Seal Option 3:
Retractable top and bottom seals: only recommended when the track and ceiling are perfectly flush for specific design. Seals can be activated manually or automatically.
All our Operable Walls are custom made to suit your desired requirements although as a standard finish, you can choose from our wide range of vinyl colours. We have featured finishes such as magnetic whiteboard and pinboard or you can even find your own textile fabric that suits your space and we will fit it to your wall. In the case of requiring a higher Rw rating, acoustic fabric is preferred.
Click here to view our standard colour ranges:
Our aluminium track and frames are supplied standard as natural anodised. If required, we can also have these powder coated to your desired colour for a professional high end finish to your wall.
Finishes:
Standard panel finishes include pinboard, whiteboard and vinyl, which you can choose from our wide colour ranges. Textiles or patterned finish are also available, our suppliers include instyle, woven image, rim fabrics and baresque.
Finishes:
Standard panel finishes include pinboard, whiteboard and vinyl, which you can choose from our wide colour ranges. Textiles or patterned finish are also available, our suppliers include instyle, woven image, rim fabrics and baresque.
There are two standard closure options in order to acoustically seal the Operable Walls.
The first option is an expanding panel with rubber bulb seals. This is the standard closure when no pass door is required and incorporates vertical rubber seals at both ends of the wall to acoustically seal the opening. In the case of requiring a higher Rw rating, it is preferred this panel sits inside a cupboard.
The second option is a full height pass door. This is positioned as the last panel and is hinged off a fixed jamb. Both ends of the wall have aluminium jambs and a concealed foot bolt is incorporated in the panel adjacent to the pass door. This is the preferred option when requiring a higher Rw rating as it eliminates potential acoustic weak points.
Option 1:
An expanding panel has two (2) telescopic wing sections that expand out to create a seal. Opposite end closure is a balloon seal. Operated by winding up the expander key into the keyhole to close off the wall.
Option 2:
A full height pass door is positioned as the last panel and is hinged off a fixed jamb. Both ends of the wall have aluminium jambs and a concealed foot bolt is incorporated in the panel adjacent to the pass door.
Accessories
Footbolts:
Panels can be secured by the placement of a footbolt from every pair of panels into the floor. The footbolt ensures stability and interlocking panels are set before engaging the next pair of panels.
Accessories:
Various accessories can be fixed to our walls such as magnetic whiteboards, pen rails, inset pass door, kick plates and view panels.
Whiteboard height = 1200 mm (standard) Pen rail height = 100 mm
Kick plate height = 100 mm
Inset pass door width = 900 mm (opening) Inset pass door height = 2100 mm (opening)
AS1428.1 DDA / Disability Discrimination Act) Compliance
Emergency Exit Doors must also comply with AS1428.1 The lever handle must have specific compliant dimensions. Knobs are forbidden.
- A distance of 35mm to 45mm between the lever handle and door face
- A 20mm return on the end of the lever to stop the hand slipping off
- A fitted height of between 900mm to 1100mm (Same as for Exit Doors, but excludes special uses such as Child Care Centres and Swimming Pools)
View Panel
Kick Plate
Inset Pass Door
Whiteboard & Pen Rail
