Loughborough University spinout Sonobex has developed noise control technology and has a first product ready for market launch.
Sonobex, a UK-based audio technology spinout from Loughborough University, was acquired last month by industrial noise control provider Merford for an undisclosed sum.
Founded in 2013, Sonobex has developed technology that cancels noise that is otherwise difficult to mute. The company’s acoustic panel, Sonotec, is capable of silencing the loud humming sound emitted by large transformers.
The technology, which is ready for market launch, also has applications in other areas, such as noise barriers for highways or the silencing of industrial compressors, generators, turbines and pumps.
Sonobex was acquired through Merford’s local subsidiary Merford UK, established last year. It hopes to use the spinout’s technology and expertise to bolster its own offering.
Daniel Elford, co-founder and chief technology officer of Sonobex said: “There is a great synergy between Sonobex and Merford with a shared focus on innovation and product development. We have exciting times ahead.”
Tracy Bhamra, pro-vice chancellor for enterprise at Loughborough University, said: “Merford is the perfect partner for Sonobex to take its proprietary noise reduction solution, underpinned by world-class research, to accelerate routes to market and improve the climate of the living and working environment.”