Howard Chapman, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Acoustics",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Buildingtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release CMS Acoustics delivers Eco-nomical sound solution from
CMS Acoustics, which we summarised at the time by saying "Quarmby Construction has used Regupol 4515 Eco to achieve Part E compliance at the new Victoria Mills development in Shipley Glen, Bradford".
The same day,
we featured the news release OWA has cure for medical school from
OWA UK: "Acoustic ceilings expert OWA cure high levels of noise reverberation that plagued group study area at the University of Leeds Health Science Library".
In January 2008, we covered the news from STATS
- take a look at RSK Group acquires STATS
which says: "RSK Group has acquired 130-person environmental consultancy and building materials authority STATS".
Take a look also at the news release from Armstrong World Industries, Armstrong goes paper-free with new e-brochures,
as well as Floating 'rafts' refine dance studio acoustics from Ecophon,
and IOA meeting: Soundscapes and Aural Architecture from Institute of Acoustics.
See also:
PRP secures planning approval for RNIB
(January 2008)
PRP, Shepherd Construction and the RNIB has secured detailed planning consent to develop RNIB Rushton into a state-of-the-art School and Children's Home
Bruel and Kjaer acoustic demo for school project
(December 2007)
Students receive a lesson on the art of measuring sound from the Acoustical Investigation and Research Organisation (AIRO) and Bruel and Kjaer UK
CMS Acoustics offers school lesson in silence
(November 2007)
By installing CMS SuperPhon Acoustic Wall Panels the school has stayed true to the architectural vision while controlling high reverberation levels
New apartments at Gloucester Docks
(November 2007)
Crest Nicholson has successfully installed Profloor Micro Deck in their glamorous new apartments which form part of the regeneration of Gloucester Docks
Maintain silence at Birmingham ICC
(November 2007)
Andre laminated natural rubber bearings from Trelleborg Engineered Systems maintain silence at Birmingham's ICC
Taking the din out of school dinners
(November 2007)
Lining the ceiling to the main hall At Wren's Nest Primary School, using Ecophon's Super G tiles has alleviated the sound so such that even the children notice the difference
Schluter extends training programme
(November 2007)
Courses are open to any lecturer running TTA-accredited NVQ tiling courses, Intermediate Construction Award, Advanced Construction Award, and Experienced Worker Route schemes for tilers
Armstrong solutions breathe new life into Gatwick
(October 2007)
Case study from Armstrong looks the impact of its unique type of suspended ceiling tile on the refurbishment of the six-storey office block above Gatwick's south terminal
Regupol takes centre stage at Leeds Grand Theatre
(October 2007)
Irwins has installed Regupol 6010HT, a high performing polyurethane bound rubber granulate material at Leeds Grand Theatre
IAC-sponsored 'Young Persons' Award
(October 2007)
World-acclaimed British inventor Trevor Baylis OBE was guest of honour at the IAC-sponsored 'Young Persons' Award for Innovation in Acoustical Engineering' Awards dinner
Secondary glazing acoustic insulation research
(September 2007)
Selectaglaze commissioned an independent and comprehensive set of acoustic tests which provide specialists with reliable Rw values for their full product range
Back to (training) school with Bruel and Kjaer UK
(September 2007)
Bruel and Kjaer is offering a series of training courses specifically designed for customers and anyone seeking a basic understanding of noise effects on everyday life
Ecophon systems strike the right note at school
(September 2007)
Focus F and other suspended ceiling systems from the range of Ecophon have been utilised for the construction of a large new music practice and recording facility at a school in Lichfield
Improving acoustics in the work environment
(August 2007)
Echelon helps Lencore Acoustics improve the work environment with networked sound masking
CMS Acoustics says 'Tally Ho' to Part E failure.
(August 2007)
By retrospectively installing Regupol 4515 Multi directly on top of the failed sub floor, the Tally Ho Inn has passed Part E onsite testing, achieving 55dB on impact sound
Acoustically sound - heating and cooling
(August 2007)
Unico system delivers air at high-velocity ensuring draught-free, even-temperature environment from floor to ceiling and the system is virtually noiseless
OWA solve acoustic challenge at rifle range
(August 2007)
OWAcoustic Janus tiles have been installed at the Chichester Rifle and Pistol Club, the newest .22 rifle range in Sussex and Hampshire
News on the Acoustics design and installation project from Kimpton Acoustics
(August 2007)
Kimpton Acoustics has helped to ensure health and safety at work for Carlsberg employees at the company's bottling plant in Northampton, following a major acoustics design and installation project
Retrospectively applied acoustic wall covering
(July 2007)
CMS Acoustics supply Vertiface Composition, a retrospectively applied acoustic wall covering system to control high reverberation levels within a school's new build sports hall
New CPD for acoustics in education environments
(July 2007)
St Gobain Ecophon, the market leader in acoustic ceiling systems, has now introduced its latest CPD 'Acoustics in Modern Teaching and Learning Environments'
Trim Acoustics help solve neighbourhood noise
(July 2007)
Expanded range of sound reduction products available from Trim Acoustics for walls, floors and ceilings - products are tested to the latest Building Regulation Document E
Acoustics monitoring prevents downtime at quarry
(July 2007)
Corus Northern Engineering Services has helped a Shapfell Lime Quarry in Cumbria maintain its output, efficiency and profitability
New guide to Hillaldam Coburn
(July 2007)
Comprehensive new guide to Hillaldam Coburn's sliding door gear and associated products
Victorian Woodworks Royal Festival Hall contracts
(July 2007)
Victorian Woodworks Contracts, have completed the vast majority of the flooring requirements at the multi-million pound redevelopment of the Royal Festival Hall
Rockfon ceilings complete spa splendour hotel
(July 2007)
Luxurious Cliff Hotel in Cardigan, West Wales, has recently undergone major refurbishment, including GBP1.2 million spa extension complete with high performance Rockfon ceilings
Roof window installation
(July 2007)
Helpful hints installing roof windows from Fakro GB
Regupol E48 top marks for Oak Tree Developments
(June 2007)
Available exclusively from CMS Acoustic Solutions, Regupol E48 is the only Robust Detail approved system for beam and block floors (E-FC-6), the floor type installed by Oak Tree
Planning and the Environment Seminar
(June 2007)
STATS seminar entitled 'Planning and the Environment - Managing Risks and Maximising Potential' emphasised importance of expert involvement at an early stage
Hepworth latest noise database helps quarries
(June 2007)
Hepworth's latest noise database for Defra helps quarries evaluate the potential noise impact of their sites to take steps to mitigate the impact and assists their use of BS5228
'Low noise' Tapping machines
(June 2007)
Bruel and Kjaer's updated Standard Tapping machine - with reduced external noise
Hepworth Acoustics continues expansion
(June 2007)
Hepworth Acoustics is expanding its network of offices with new opening in East Midlands plus the key appointment at its Bristol office
Meeting looks at acoustic measurements
(June 2007)
The Institute of Acoustics is holding a one day meeting on 11 July 2007, organised by the Measurement and Instrumentation Group of the IOA, to discuss the topic of fitness for purpose
Acoustics firms to noise map Northern Ireland
(June 2007)
Four leading acoustics firms to noise map Northern Ireland for to meet the EU's Environmental Noise Directive
Major Influence in UK ducting industry
(June 2007)
Hotchkiss Group, founder members of ADCAS, have had a strong impact on the Association and the industry in general