You will learn about Sound Transmission Class (STC) and the way it is calculated and used in sound isolation room design and constructing acoustics planning. We will also cover how sound blocking is applied in various types of buildings to meet particular acoustic goals.
There was a time when a new office design project hardly required interior doors anyhow. It was believed that open spaces were the best option. Well, office doors are making a return. Thus, there is a renewed admiration for privacy and serenity, making STC door specifically desirable. As a matter of fact, sustainable construction...
There is an assortment of use cases where STC rated doors, or soundproof doors would be beneficial. Some of those include office rooms, construction sites, exhibit halls, libraries, etc. But what precisely is an STC rated door? What does an STC rating implies and what are the vital aspects to look for while purchasing STC rated door?
One of the challenges of room acoustics , regarding simulation and installation, is precisely remodeling a room over the whole frequency range. This post discusses a blended approach for installing the acoustics of the room where the results from multiple techniques are incorporated into a single model, thereby enhancing precision and maintaining...
Inplant acoustic enclosures enclose noisy equipment in a chamber or room. For optimal acoustic performance, the exterior of the enclosure should be made with thick and robust material like galvanized steel while the interiors should be covered with absorbent material like acoustic wool. To prevent noise from escaping through the ventilation system,...
Sound control doors are doors that have been heavily insulated to prevent vibration and sound from passing through the door. The robust acoustic seals and thick insulation of the door assist to accomplish this in situations where noise reduction is desired. In respect to the popular notion, just filing up a hollow core door doesn't make it a...
Noise pollution is everywhere. According to research, more than 4 million people suffer from damaging levels of noise regularly while working in the USA.
Acoustic foam is an effective way to eradicate reverberations and absorb sounds in your room. The foam panels are made from robust, open-cell polyurethane that can substantially reduce the amount of echoes and noise.