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Fear of a Silent World
Noise is the necessary side-effect of a world which has changed, grown, and developed. For some, it is annoying. For others, it is a reassurance.
How Does Sound Work?
I think that people, in general, have a hard time understanding how sound works. I know it took me a long time, and I still only know the very basics. Maybe it is because it is unseen and unknown? When you are in a room that sounds great, you don’t even think about it. When […]
Why Control Noise?
In industrial settings, noise is not just unpleasant, it can be a major source of expense and lost productivity. Noise-induced hearing loss can lead to higher worker compensation claims and higher insurance costs.
Construction Noise Control – Solutions for Controlling Sound from Construction Sites
Construction noise control is a problem for developers, community residents, and workers.
This article discusses effective solutions for controlling noise at construction sites.
Summer Sound Series: Acoustic Solutions for Loud Machinery
I manage an office building, and we have some mechanical equipment on the ground floor next to the building that has caused some noise complaints. Is there a somewhat easy and affordable solution to this?
Summer Sound Series: Screaming Toddlers, Noisy Gym
I run a daycare facility that includes a small gym for games, running around, etc. The problem is the echo–it’s almost unbearable!
Ted, Master Brewer: Celebrating International Beer Day
It’s international beer day, so grab a pint of your favorite frosty, delicious beer, kick back and let me tell you a tale. International Beer Day and acoustics… I’m not exactly sure how I’m going to tie these things together, but here we go… A long, long time ago, in east-central Minnesota, I found myself, […]
Summer Sound Series: More Noise Than Joy…Church Acoustics
We have a large multi-purpose room in our church that we love to use for events, but when it’s full of people, the noise is terrible. Are there any church acoustical treatments to make this a better experience for everyone?
Summer Sound Series: When The Kids Are Away… Fixing School Acoustics
Teachers and administrators researching acoustical treatment for classrooms, cafeterias, common areas, etc. often contact us for help, and summer and winter breaks are usually the best times to make improvements.
Summer Sound Series: When You Only Want to Hear the Splish-Splash
Exterior acoustics and sound problems can be a bit tricky to deal with, since there are a lot of variables and environmental factors that need to be considered. Luckily, we’re up to the challenge.
