Sustainability

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Thinking in cycles

We use 100% unmixed materials, which are joined together either positively or mechanically. The consistent avoidance of adhesive joints whenever and wherever possible guarantees reliable and fast dismantling and material separation in a subsequent recycling process. Ultimately, the decisive factor for the recycling of materials is not just the question of recyclability, but how efficiently the different materials can be separated from each other and returned to the material cycle. It is also a question of economic efficiency. At AOS, these considerations and principles are firmly anchored and are therefore consistently applied from the initial idea, through product development to the final design of a new AOS product.

Sustainable criteria determine the choice of materials - the required technical properties must be fulfilled and match the design of the product in order to minimise its carbon footprint.

Using the example of two AOS products

These include many criteria such as durability, manufacturing processes, transport routes, material availability, material recycling and last but not least

safety, which guarantees that the materials we use are harmless to health over the entire period of use.

The AOS wall absorber 55/40 is broken down into its components.

The decisive factor for recycling is how efficiently the different materials can be separated from each other and returned to the material cycle.

Pure new sheep's wool: acoustic filler and visible absorber

In the AOS series PUR12 Frame natural is used for both. Pure new sheep's wool not only has excellent acoustic properties, but also has the unique ability to filter and sustainably neutralise indoor air. 

Material comparison: Acoustic filling
Acoustic polyester fibre fleece
- 100 % PES fibres

Polyester fibre fleece ...

  • can be recycled by type. 
  • is highly sound-absorbent and reduces reverberation.
  • is extremely durable and moisture-resistant.
  • is free from chemical additives. 
  • is certified according to Standard 100 by OEKO-TEX®.
  • is kind to the skin.
  • is allergy-friendly.
  • Flame retardant according to DIN 4102: PES fleece B1
Optional: virgin sheep's wool
- 100 % sustainable

Pure new sheep's wool ...

  • is renewable, natural and regional.
  • is highly sound-absorbent and reduces reverberation.
  • is moisture-regulating.
  • breaks down harmful substances.
  • neutralises odours.
  • has an antibacterial effect.
  • is non-allergenic.
  • is self-cleaning.
  • is permanently biocide-free thanks to Ionic Protect®.
  • Fire protection in accordance with EN 13501: sheep's wool insulation D-s2 d0; sheep's wool felt C-s2 d0;
Acoustic knowledge

Room optimization

Room acoustics has become increasingly important in recent years. There are various factors that have a great influence on this matter. First of all the contemporary architecture since the beginning of the classic modernism of the 1930s and the construction physics trends in the 21st century. Furthermore, the high density of jobs, partly in combination with a non-territorial office concept, as well as the desire and the need for open and flexible workplace structures. Depending on the size and condition of the rooms and taking into account the specific type of use, it is important to create optimal acoustic conditions read more ...

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