Lighting Systems 20@10 Webinar Featuring Sabin Acoustic Lighting August 13, 2025

Lighting Systems 20@10 Webinar presentation with Sabin Vice President of Sales Kirsten Magrini discussing how they provide designers with the building blocks to create unique, high-performing acoustic and lighting compositions. Our namesake, the sabin (pronounced sey·bin), is a unit of measurement for sound absorption per square foot. With NRC ratings over 0.95, our products absorb up to 95% of sound energy, neutralizing distractions in spaces with open concepts, hard surfaces, or high capacity. We ensure interiors remain comfortable and bright without compromising on design. Our products undergo rigorous testing using ASTM C423, the standard method for measuring sound absorption in a reverberation room. Only products with a Noise Reduction Coefficient (NRC) higher than 0.85 meet our performance criteria. However, while each product excels individually, maximum sound absorption is achieved by combining products in patterns such as ceiling baffles or Embedded Arrays™, effectively trapping sound within the ceiling. Modern design often features hard materials and open layouts, leading to acoustic challenges. Sound becomes distracting and disturbing in busy restaurants or echoing lobbies. While building codes typically mandate minimum sound management, the benefit of high-performing acoustic solutions pay off exponentially. Designers use various methods to mitigate noise levels effectively; the three most common methods are known as the ABC’s of acoustics. ABSORPTION When a sound wave is absorbed, it hits a surface and transforms into thermal energy. Sabin employs this method with our products, using PET felt and large surface areas to trap sound waves and prevent them from reflecting back into the space. BLOCKING In this method, sound waves are blocked and unable to travel. Applications of sound blocking must be very specific, such as partitions or cubicles in an office. Blocking is challenging to apply to a room with complex configurations. COVERING Covering, also known as masking, is commonly experienced as noisy air conditioners or background music. This method uses white, brown, or pink noise to draw attention away from prominent sounds and create a baseline of acoustic activity. To find out more or schedule an on site presentation, please contact your Lighting System Representative. https://ltgsys.com/our-team/