If you’re wondering about sound masking and its benefits, you first need to know a little about what sound masking is. 

Here’s a brief:

  • Sound masking is the addition of a specific frequency of noise designed to mask outside conversations.

  • Sound masking systems are specifically engineered to operate in the spaces where they are installed; there is no one-size-fits-all approach to sound management.

  • Sound masking systems offer several benefits, including protecting privacy, ensuring compliance with specific laws, and enhancing employee comfort.

Even with all that information, though, you might still think that your space doesn’t need a sound management system. This article is for you.

Perhaps you think your office is quiet enough, or maybe you just encourage your employees to bring headphones to work to decrease outside distractions. You could be in an industry where privacy is not a top concern. Regardless, you may think sound masking is not for you. 

Allow Building Systems Solutions, an expert provider of sound masking systems, to shift your views! 

We’ve spent almost two decades enhancing the quality of our clients’ spaces through effective management, and we recognize that sound masking is a more versatile tool than many businesses realize. 

Let’s discuss some out-of-the-box spaces that could benefit from this technology.

Sound Masking Enhances Human Comfort

Sound masking systems can be customized to fit virtually any space. There are a few physical limitations that determine who can install sound masking technology. 

Sound masking can be used for any space where...

  • Worker stress must be kept low. It’s impossible to work in an environment full of audible distractions; your workers could easily become stressed and unable to perform at their best. When you cannot afford to compromise on your workers’ comfort levels, sound masking comes to the rescue.

  • Worker productivity must be kept high. Distracted workers are damaging your bottom line. In your space, if employees need to work efficiently at all times, sound masking can help.

  • Customer comfort is a priority. Even if you aren’t legally obligated to protect your customers’ conversations, sound masking can still create a quiet space where your clients will feel at ease.

  • Client privacy is legally required. In spaces such as hospitals, HIPAA requires that patient information be kept confidential. Sound masking can help keep information from spreading to unauthorized individuals.

Industries That Benefit From Sound Masking

In short, nearly every industry can benefit from sound masking! 

Let us explain how the following industries can benefit the most.

Financial & Law Services

Financial companies, law services, banks, and other similar institutions handle private data for their customers. Sound masking is effective for financial institutions because it reduces the likelihood of other clients and individuals overhearing confidential information, such as account numbers, bank balances, and private personal details. 

This will help create a professional atmosphere for your institution. 

Government Offices

Similar to financial and law institutions, government offices at the state and federal levels handle citizens’ private data. Additionally, some offices are generally loud as employees and citizens discuss their problems. 

Sound masking can help level out the noise in a space like this, making it easier to communicate. 

Commercial Offices

Commercial offices are among the areas that can benefit the most from sound masking. As more employees return to the office, noise levels are increasing, particularly in open office settings. This can be very distracting for those accustomed to working in the quiet of their homes and can lead to lower productivity levels. 

Sound masking can reduce noise distractions and stop conversations from carrying through hallways and open office spaces. This increases work comfort and productivity, as the employees can focus on their tasks rather than suffer from distractions.

Warehouses

Warehouses and industrial buildings are noisy places. With machinery, voices, and echoing spaces, warehouses often require employees to wear ear protection. 

Sound masking can be beneficial in warehouses because the unobtrusive sound blends in with the existing noise. It can reduce the effects of machinery noises and protect conversations. With proper sound masking, employees can focus on their tasks and communicate clearly. 

Healthcare Facilities

Healthcare facilities are the spaces that benefit the most from sound masking. From surgical clinics to mental health facilities and waiting rooms, sound masking is ideal for protecting patient privacy and helping hospitals comply with HIPAA regulations.

This is true for many reasons. Sound masking can help reduce stress by masking conversations and noise, allowing patients to rest more comfortably. Nurses, doctors, and other staff can have confidential conversations without the information being shared with unauthorized individuals. Patients will feel more at ease within your hospital or facility because they know their conversations are private. 

It’s a win-win for all parties involved! 

Contact Building Systems Solutions for Top-Notch Sound Management

Building Systems Solutions has worked for over two decades to help various industries benefit from sound masking!

The ROI of sound masking should be enough to help you consider this technology, not only from a monetary standpoint but from the benefits your employees and customers will experience. 

Our team at Building Systems Solutions is here to help Minnesota companies improve morale and customer service with sound masking technology. 

Curious about how sound masking can enhance your space? We’re here to help. 

Give our Blaine office a call now at 763-502-1515.