BS 8233:2014 Guidance on Sound Insulation
28th March 2019 by lighthouse in category Blog tagged as acoustic, bs8233, building regulations, consultancy, insulation, soundBS 8233:2014 offers guidance for assessing noise levels having an impact on a site in terms of the required ventilation strategies, building envelope and external glazing. It offers guidance for the control of noise both within and external to buildings. It helps define what is acceptable in different environments. When planning for a new building, […]
0 51 Read moreNoise Impacts: What You Need To Know
28th November 2018 by lighthouse in category Blog, Noise tagged as assessments, impacts, noiseAs one of our five senses, hearing is extremely important. Our ears are sensitive and care must be taken to prevent damage, as when it’s incurred, it’s almost always irreversible. In industries where a significant amount of noise is generated, it’s important to minimise these risks. These industries include demolition and construction, but also many […]
0 58 Read moreSome of the Best Soundproofing Products on the Market
10th October 2018 by lighthouse in category Acoustics tagged as acoustic, foam, noise, seals, sound, soundproofingLike any other product category, there are literally hundreds of different manufacturers of soundproofing products. Some are naturally better than others and it is important to know the differences if you hope to purchase professional-grade acoustic products. For the sake of brevity, we will break this article down into a few sections in order to […]
0 79 Read moreWhat Does A Noise Impact Assessment Report Consist Of
24th August 2018 by lighthouse in category Noise tagged as assessment, impact, noise, regulations, reportWhat Does a Noise Impact Assessment Report Entail? Many individuals underestimate the impact that noise can have within an environment. This is particularly the case when referring to specific industries such as construction and demolition. The best way to mitigate the risks associated with high levels of noise is to perform a detailed preliminary assessment. [...]
0 72 Read moreThe Sound Testing Process
29th June 2018 by lighthouse in category Blog tagged as noise, process, sound, soundproofing, testingKnowing how much sound there is – The sound testing process No-one likes noisy neighbours. Whether it’s a home, a hotel room or other type of residential dwelling involved, too much noise can be disturbing. Sound testing makes it possible to test the level of noise coming from adjoining buildings.
0 64 Read moreThe Noise Survey Process
27th April 2018 by lighthouse in category Noise tagged as hearing, measurement, noise, sound, surveyA noise survey typically involves taking noise measurements throughout a whole plant or a specific section for the purpose of identifying areas that are noisy.
0 82 Read moreGuidelines for an Environmental Noise Impact Assessment
26th February 2018 by lighthouse in category Noise tagged as assessments, environment, impact, noiseThe noise impact on the environment is subjected to test through survey conduction. Various factors, as well as objects, can serve as the basis of noise. That includes winds caused noise, moving vehicles or even industrial machine noises. The sound, as well as their impacts assessment results, is prepared using the British open set standards. […]
0 73 Read moreWhy Are Noise Impact Assessments Needed For The Construction Industry
22nd January 2018 by lighthouse in category Noise tagged as acoustic, assessments, construction, health & safety, impact, noiseNoise impact assessments involve analysing the acoustic environment of a proposed construction project. The aim of these assessments is to formulate an accurate and useful prediction of how much noise will be generated whilst the project is underway. This assessment can be done by using a spreadsheet to total up all of the noise outputs […]
0 98 Read moreAll You Need To Know About Noise Impact Assessments
11th December 2017 by lighthouse in category Noise tagged as assessments, environmental, impact, noise, survey, vibrationAt the point what point is noise assessment necessary? Noise surveys are regularly required for designers as a significant aspect of their arranging application. The evaluations can likewise shape some portion of Environmental Impact Assessments for more substantial scale improvements. Noise appraisals can be required as a significant aspect of arranging applications for; a proposition […]
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