San Bernardino International Airport, Calif.
Retrofit Team
Fence Installer: Crown Fence Co., Santa Fe Springs, Calif.
Materials
A large section of the airport perimeter fence was installed with Acoustiblok’s outdoor noise Barrier, Acoustifence. The installation was done for GQ Aviation Engineering, which disassembles aircraft for parts and repairs them. The firm needed something to reduce the overall noise created in the process.
Luis Vasquez, the project manager for Crown Fence, along with Hector Vasquez, the foreman, headed up the team for the construction of the large section of fence. A double chain-linked fence was recommended by Acoustiblok. The black shade of Acoustifence outdoor barrier material was installed after the first fence was erected. With Acoustifence’s grommets and stainless-steel ties, the task was relatively easy and went quickly. Once Acoustifence was in place, the second fence was put in position. The double fence provides extra security and can withstand high winds and keeps out blowing sand, dirt and dust.
“The client was very happy,” Luis says. “The fence was easy to install and my Acoustiblok consultant was knowledgeable and helpful. We highly recommend Acoustifence for outdoor noise and are going to be installing more at the San Bernardino Airport for the second phase of the project.”
Fence Manufacturer: Acoustiblok Inc.
The Retrofit
Located on the former site of Norton Air Force Base, which closed in 1995, San Bernardino International Airport is located about 2 miles east of downtown San Bernardino and 14 miles northeast of downtown riverside. The airport has continued to grow over the years; airport tenants include aircraft-maintenance in the large hangars, a fueling operation, and the San Bernardino county Sheriff’s Air Center that will include offices and facilities for fixed-wing and helicopter aircraft. In addition, two new state-of-the art terminals recently were constructed for domestic and international flights.
The area surrounding the airport has attracted new businesses, as well. There are now warehouses and fulfillment centers, such as Stater Bros., Kohl’s, Amazon.com, Pep Boys, Pepsi and Mattel. With all the business and traffic comes additional noise and noise complaints. A noise-barrier fence helps the airport maintain good relations with the surrounding community of residential homes and businesses.
PHOTO: Acoustiblok Inc.