Autex: Learning spaces that sound better, look great, and use less: Introducing the New Frontier™ Raft Acoustic Beam
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Autex Acoustics® specialise in carbon neutral acoustic solutions for the built environment, creating sustainable environments that support wellbeing, productivity, and creative expression.
The environments where students learn have a profound impact on how they feel, focus, and connect. From reducing distracting noise to creating inspiring visual experiences, every design decision contributes to the overall learning environment.
That’s why Autex Acoustics® has reimagined one of its most popular ceiling solutions. The new Frontier™ Raft Acoustic Beam has been redesigned to deliver the same acoustic performance and architectural impact while using significantly less embodied carbon than previous designs.
What makes the latest evolution different is the thinking behind it. Rather than creating something entirely new, Autex Acoustics focused on improving what already worked. Guided by a “more with less” philosophy, the new Frontier Raft achieves a 70% reduction in embodied carbon, increases 100% recycled PET components, and comes preassembled to save installation time and costs.
For education projects, where sustainability targets are increasingly influencing specification decisions, this offers a practical way to reduce environmental impact without compromising design outcomes or acoustic performance.
Frontier Raft also responds to the growing demand for flexible, visually engaging learning environments. Available in three new pre-assembled profile options, the system enables designers to create rhythm, movement, and architectural interest overhead. Its modular design allows varying heights, spacing, and configurations to suit everything from classrooms and libraries to multipurpose learning hubs and collaborative spaces.
As schools continue to prioritise student wellbeing, sustainability, and adaptable learning environments, solutions such as Frontier Raft demonstrate how thoughtful design can address all three. The result is an acoustic ceiling system that helps learning spaces sound better, feel better, and tread more lightly on the planet.
For more information about Frontier™ Raft Acoustic Beams, click here.
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