Tecoustics Limited is Mason Industries’ Eastern Canadian and Upstate New York Designer, Supplier and Representative. Mason Industries is a worldwide leader and manufacturer of noise and vibration control products. Tecoustics carries a large inventory of Mason Industries Spring Mounts, Neoprene, Seismic Controls and a variety of other products in Burlington, Ontario. Tecoustics specializes in the design and application of products used to control noise, vibration and shock.

Tecoustics prides itself in providing a fully customized vibration control and/or seismic design and certification solution for the General, Mechanical and Electrical contractor. We work with the customer from the conceptual stage through to commissioning, and offer design services, project management, product procurement and supply and a variety of certification services. For more information, please see our services page here.

Tecoustics carries a full product line of Mason Industries spring mounts ranging from 1-5″ of static deflection and for any required weight range. The amount of deflection in your resilient supports will govern the systems natural frequency. As deflection increases, so does the efficiency of the spring isolators at absorbing the vibration. Considerations have to be taken when designing an isolation system such as the RPM of the equipment and its intended location in the building. From there, Tecoustics can design, select and supply a vibration system to meet the client’s vibration reduction requirements. Mason Industries spring mounts also come in a wide variety of equipment mounting options, such as to be installed under I-Beams, or cast in concrete.

Mason SLF/SLFH

SLF mountings of the proper deflection are recommended for all vibration control applications where it is not necessary to cope with weight removal or seismic and wind load problems. SLF springs come in deflections ranging from 1″-5″. The SLF features powder coated springs and housing. All SLF mountings are design so as not to exceed the elastic limit when the coils are closed up and the springs compressed solid. This prevents damage when the springs are overloaded and assures a return to the spring’s free height. The rated loads and deflections allow for 50% additional travel to solid to accommodate weight distribution errors and to keep the springs operating in a low stress range. The Mason type SLFH series mounts are identical to the SLF style, except for having two or four holes in the base to allow for bolting to structure.
For more information on Mason type SLF springs, please download the bulletin here.

Mason C Mounts

Type “C” Spring Mountings provide a packaged solution to troublesome vibration problems. Since the static deflection of the spring element is much greater than that provided by most rubber materials, these units will perform where it is necessary to establish low natural frequencies or to use a mounting that is more yielding than the supporting floor. Type “C” mountings are specifically designed for noise and vibration free application in critical areas on light concrete or wooden floors. Please contact us for further information or inquiries on our spring mounts.
For more information on Mason type C springs, please download the bulletin here.

Mason Spring Hangers

HS and DNHS designs using our standard A, B, C and multiple C designs are nominal 1″(25mm) and 1.35″(34mm) deflection hangers respectively. The Series 30 and 30N are grouped out with similar deflections, but then go on to our Series 30N-100 utilizing the 2″(50mm), 3″(76mm), 4″(102mm) and 5″(127mm) deflection springs used in the SLF-100 Mountings. The 3″(76mm) & 4″(102mm) Series 30N-1000 were introduced to satisfy lighter capacity needs. The newer B2 and C2 designs are nominal 2″(50mm) and 2.35″(60mm) deflection hangers meeting lower cost competitive criteria.
For more information on Mason spring hangers, please download the bulletin here.

Floor or stand mounted equipment are subject to high G forces during a seismic event. The amount of force the equipment will see relates to how it is installed, where in the building it is installed, and project location factors, such as Site Soil Class and Building Importance. Since all major equipment on a project must be reviewed for seismic forces, Tecoustics can provide the client with detailed installation drawings and anchorage calculations in accordance with your project’s Seismic Specification. All of Mason Industries seismic components carry full certification, have been 3rd party tested, and have published load data — all requirements for proper seismic design on a project.

For more information on seismic solutions, please download the brochure here.

For a general guide to Seismic Restraint, please download the guide here.

Seismic Isolators

If your equipment is mounted with vibration isolation, it is subject to more G forces than a rigid connection.  Your vibration isolation needs to be seismically rated to be able to handle these high G forces in all directions.  Mason Industries seismic isolators have all-directional restraint with a variety of resilient materials for vibration control such as neoprene, springs and air bags.

Mason SLRSO

Seismically restrained spring mounts, available in powder coated and galvanized finishes. The Mason SLRSO is the ideal application for large equipment subject to wind or seismic forces. Available in 1″ or 2″ deflections, with optional extended base plates for high seismic or wind zones.

For more information on Mason SLRSO mounts, please download the bulletin here.

Mason SLR

Seismically restrained spring mounts, available in powder coated and galvanized finishes. The Mason SLR is similar to the SLRSO, but with more loading and deflection options. Available in 1″ to 5″ of deflection, with optional extended base plates for high seismic or wind zones.

For more information on Mason SLR mounts, please download the bulletin here.

Mason SSLFH

Seismically restrained spring mounts, available in a powder coated finish. The Mason SSLFH is a simple restrained mount, with all-directional restraint against wind or seismic motion. Available in 1″ or 2″ deflection, the SSLFH is ideal for mounting small equipment, such as fans, CRAC unit stands, and bases.

For more information on Mason SSLFH mounts, please download the bulletin here.

Seismic Snubbers

The most effective method of vibration and seismic control is an open spring and seismic snubber combination. Snubbers stay out of contact with the equipment in normal operation, and therefore do not interfere with the vibration controls. The Mason Z-1011 snubber is the ideal solution for Post-Disaster projects, where equipment must remain functional after a seismic event. The large cushion bushing of the Z-1011 ensures the force transfer into the equipment remains low and within the equipment’s fragility index.

For more information on Mason snubbers, please download the bulletin here.

Anchorage

All equipment anchorage must be ICC certified for use in cracked and un-cracked concrete on a seismic project. In addition, anchorage engineering must take into account the calculations from ACI 318 Appendix D. Mason Industries anchors carry ICC certification, have high allowable loads, and come in carbon and stainless steel.

For more information on Mason anchors, please download the bulletin here.

Custom Restraint

Sometimes, equipment will not come with factory mounting holes to allow for proper seismic and or wind restraint. Tecoustics design and fabrication services offers custom product solutions for any type of equipment.

Telescoping Rooftop Pipe Restraint Anchor

• For attachment of rooftop piping or gas lines to structure
• Compatible with all common neoprene and rubber rooftop weather seals
• Adjustable between 14″-28″
• Safety Yellow

Inline Pump Securement Brackets

• For attachment of inline pumps to structure
• Mount the pump, before the piping for ease of install
• Adaptable for spring isolation
• Comes standard with neoprene isolation pads and isolation washers
• Compatible with any flange configuration
• Adapt inline pumps to inertia bases

Seismic Bumper Stops

• For securement of equipment with low overturn, and no factory mounting holes
• Complete with neoprene isolation washers, and neoprene bumper pads for impact
• Height adjustable
• Fully customized for the piece of equipment

The most difficult and labour intensive aspect of any seismic job is restraining the suspended services which can include Suspended Equipment, Piping, Gas, Duct, Cable Tray and Conduit. Tecoustics carries a wide range of labour saving Seismic Restraint Systems which install fast and easily using common tools.

Cable Restraint

The common on-site difficulty installing restraints on suspended services is headroom interference with the other trades. Cable restraints are the ideal product for this application.

Mason SCB & SCB-H

• High strength pre-stretched cable
• Hook style connection for fast attachment
• Fast cable locking – no swages, clamps or thimbles to lose
• Bolt or welded options for structural attachment
• No special tools training required for installation

Solid Brace Restraint

Save time and material by switching to solid brace restraints. Ideal end connections save time for the contractor, and since solid bracing resists forces in both compression and tension, half the number of braces are required at each restraint point as compared with cable bracing.

Mason SSRF & SSBS

• Quick fit end connections
• Utilize common on-site materials for the brace itself, such as strut channel or angle iron
• No special tools or training is required for installation
• Works in both tension and compression
• Labour savings compared to cable bracing

Please contact us for more information on our seismic control products.

Rubber or Neoprene Expansion Joints

Types: Spool, straight hose or spherical

Uses: Thermal expansion, misalignment, system protection, decoupling noise/vibration

Strengths:

• Space/Cost Savings
• Reduces or eliminates nozzle loading (stress on pump inlet/outlet flanges)
• Eliminates vibration at blade frequency (# of vanes * rotational frequency rpm)
• Versatility
• Custom manufacturing and custom liners available
• maintenance free
• Increases life expectancy of the entire system
• low movement forces
• excellent resistance to shock and bending loads (water hammer, surges, seismic)

Weaknesses

• nylon must be de-rated at elevated temperatures
• requires a solid mating surface and not a hollow flange (Victaulic requires a spacer flange)
• require guides on longer piping lengths, must be designed on a specific basis
• when control rods are added, the expansion joint will always be in the full open position and will not accommodate axial motion
• cannot handle elevated temperatures or corrosive material
• control rods cannot resist thermal expansion beyond design limits due to their smaller cross section when compared to the steel pipe

The Mason Advantage

• higher quality in all respects
• failure modes eliminated (pullout and burst)
• Safety Factor of 3:1
• Third Party verified
• Tested to 150% of rated pressure for 12 minutes before shipping

Please download our Stainless Steel bulletin here for more product information.

Mason SFDEJ

There are a variety of expansion, noise and vibration problems which can be solved by a properly designed and installed flex connector.  A typical problem in condominiums is the base mounted or inline pumps in the mechanical room are not treated with flex connectors.  A noise problem then manifests itself as what is known as Blade Passage Frequency, which is basically a vibration source travelling through the pipe and water column and can bother residents of the apartment several floors away from the pumps.  The Mason SAFEFLEX SFDEJ connector eliminates this problem when installed at the pump with its double sphere design, and eliminates methods of failure such as burst or flange pullout.

For more information on the Mason SFDEJ and other SAFEFLEX connectors, please download the bulletin here.

Stainless Steel Flexible Connectors

Types: Braided Hose, Braided Vee
Uses: Thermal Expansion, decoupling noise/vibration (in some cases), seismic requirements such as building joints (braided vee only), hazardous material or extreme temperature usage
Strengths:

• can be used in extreme conditions where rubber cannot be used
• can decouple noise and vibration (except for copper pipe)

Weaknesses:

• must be de-rated at higher temperatures
• must be anchored and guided

The Mason Advantage:

• publish all the technical data including live length and braid weave
• longer live lengths than other manufactures
• close pitch corrugation design

Mason Vee Joints

There are many applications which can benefit from the addition of flex connectors.  They can compensate for misalignment, provide vibration control, compensate for thermal movement and seismic movement and act as a reducer or coupler. Mason flexible hose is available in all fitting options and can be customized to any length or diameter.  The Mason Vee Joint, can take 4″ of movement in all directions, and produces almost zero thrust forces.  It is the ideal application for higher movement or multi-directional movement such as building seismic joints.

For more information on the Mason Vee connector, please download the bulletin here.

For test data on the Mason Vee connector, please download the bulletin here.

Mason FFL

The Mason FFL stainless steel braided hose has fixed and floating raised face flanges.  Years ago, almost all stainless steel hose was manufactured with a floating flange on one end.  It is still important because it makes lining up the holes easier during installation, and eliminates the possibility of twisting the hose when the holes do not line up.  Twisting contributes to early failure.
Mason carries a full line of stainless steel and bronze braided hose for any application and end fitting connection.  For more information on the Mason FFL and other braided hose products, please download the bulletin here.

Thermal Expansion and Guides

Mason carries a full line of thermal expansion products and guides.  Please download our brochure for more general information here.

Mason ASG (Adjustable Sliding Guide)

Focusing on improving designs through feedback led to the creation of the adjustable sliding guide (ASG) which has one size per pipe diameter and adjusts to allow varying thicknesses of insulation, unlike typical spider guides.  A rated load capacity also allows the ASG to be used as a support point on a run of piping.  With movements equal or greater than spider guides, the ASG is superior to all traditional guide designs.

For more information on the Mason ASG, please download the bulletin here.

Expansion Compensators & Joints

For information on Mason Expansion Compensators, please download the brochure here.

For information on Mason Expansion Joinst, please download the brochure here.

Please contact us for further information on our flexible connector products.

Individual neoprene mountings are available and can be customized to almost any load range required with typical deflections range from 0.1-0.5″.  Tecoustics carries a full inventory of Neoprene or Rubber Mason Industries products for vibration control.  The resilient material can be customized in all mounts, and all pad shapes, ranging from Natural Rubber, to Neoprene, to highly hazardous or temperature resistant material, such as Viton.

Mason Super W

The Mason Super W pad is a versatile isolation pad available in sheets up to 18″x18″, and durometers from 30-70 duro.  These pads can be used to reduce high frequency vibration and impact from typical machines such as HVAC units, Transformers, and general shop equipment.
For more information on the Mason Super W pad, please download the brochure here.
Mason Mini Super W is available as an alternative to normal Super W.  Please download the brochure here.

Vibration Pads

Vibration pads are used to reduce noise and vibration and to eliminate the need for bolting them down.  The flat configuration minimizes machine elevation.  This low cost method conveniently solves or prevents problems that do not warrant the use of either rubber or spring mountings.  As a general rule, pads are recommended to eliminate high frequency noise, bolting, minor vibration problems in upper stories or for ground floor and non critical applications.
For more information on Mason Vibration Pad products, please download the brochure here.

Mason ND

Mason ND mounts are a low cost alternative when typical vibration pads will not fit the application or the required deflection.  The Mason ND mount is a double deflection mount capable of 2-3x the deflection of standard pads.  They are used to isolate a wide range of equipment, and bolt up to equipment mounting holes with the supplied cap screw and washer.  The bottom friction surface of the ND makes bolting unnecessary in most application.  The Mason ND is typically molded in commercial neoprene, but is available as Natural Rubber or Bridge Bearing Neoprene.
For more information on the Mason ND mount, please download the brochure here.

Mason BR

The Mason BR is a captive bridge bearing neoprene mount, capable of resisting Seismic, Mobile, Marine, and Wall Hung applications.  It is an ideal mount where only low deflections are required, but the application will see movement from seismic, wind or other forces.  The BR mount has bolt mounting hole patters for both I-Beam or steel installations, as well as concrete.
For more information on the Mason BR, please download the data sheet here.

Mason RBA, RCA, RDA

Similar to the Mason BR, the Mason RBA, RCA, RDA mounts are a neoprene mount capable of all directional restraint thanks to its captive steel housing.  It is an ideal low profile mount for securing equipment to walls, floors or ceilings in seismic, mobile or stationary applications.  They come in a range of capacities from 250lbs – 7100lbs.  The RBA, RCA, RDA mounts can be custom ordered with a variety of different resilient elastomer types depending on the application, as well as housing material customization.
For more information on the Mason RBA, RCA, RDA mounts, please download the data sheet here.

Please contact us for further information on any neoprene, rubber or specialized mount or pad solution.

Tecoustics has developed a reputation designing, coordinating and installing floating floor systems for our customers.  We offer a turnkey solution for your floating floor specification, from supply through to installation.  Floating floors are commonly used in mechanical rooms for acoustic control, or in gymnasiums, music studios, weight rooms and helicopter landing pads as a form of impact control.

Mason Jack-Up Floor Slab System

Save costs and increase efficiency and safety with the Mason Jack-Up System. Special mounts with either neoprene, natural rubber or spring elements are cast into the concrete when the slab is poured, and then lifted via special screws after the slab has cured, providing a positive air gap, with limited contact points.

With Mason Jack-Up Systems, you eliminate:

• Combustible, rot-prone plywood forms
• Excess transmission paths through closely spaced or continuous supports
• Moisture retaining fiberglass infill that can plug sub-drains and encourage vermin infestation

While gaining:

• An easier, lower frequency and better performing isolation system
• A positive air gap
• A floor supported by Mason Low Dynamic Stiffness Rubber, the time tested, low frequency, exposure-proof and truly structural material, at a lower cost

For more information on Mason Jack Up Floating Slab systems, as well as traditional floating floors, please download the brochure here.

Mason Air Bag Floating Floor System

Tecoustics’ highest performing floating slab.  This system incorporates pneumatically controlled air bags which self level and float under the slab.  This system can be switched on and off (lowered onto supports) for maintenance or equipment servicing.  Due to the extremely low frequency response possible with this floating slab, it is the ideal solution for MRI equipment, airport baggage scanning slabs, or any slab supporting highly sensitive machinery or measuring equipment. Shown below, is a Mason Air Bag Floating Slab System installed in an MRI bay in a hospital.

Please contact us for further information on Mason Floating Floor Systems.