Seattle, Washington
TuffNek and its simbling brand, RuffGuard, have secured a second US patent for their update to its original stud isolator with integrated nail protection. Now TuffNek SH and RuffGuard QT each reduce transfer of pipe vibration to the studs, cutting sound transfer from the wall cavity into occupiable space. Noise in occupiable spaces associated with running water is a growing concern in residential apartments, condominiums, hospitals and clinics, hospitality, and other commercial applications.
Each brand takes half the labor time to distribute on site and install versus a standard nail plate. The acoustic models now incorporate sound dampening, further reducing time of installing a third product often specified by owners and developers. That translates into lower labor cost and faster delivery timelines with better pipe protection.
RuffGuard and TuffNek satisfy IAPMO IGC193 and are compliant to 2027 UPC Table 1701.2.
TuffNek and its sibling RuffGuard are available in standard and acoustic dampening models. Both brands are each separately available for license to manufacture and distribute in the U.S. and internationally within wholesale and retail channels. The designs are patented and names trademarked. Contact hello@tuffnek.com to learn more.
