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Articles tagged “noise control

6 articles covering noise control in acoustic engineering and building design.

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TUTORIALS5 min read

What is Acoustic Zoning? Organising Spaces by Noise Sensitivity

Acoustic zoning groups building areas by noise sensitivity and output, separating loud from quiet functions. Learn zoning principles, buffer strategies, and how building codes require it.

March 20, 2026
acoustic zoningnoise control
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TUTORIALS6 min read

What is Noise Path Analysis? Tracing Sound from Source to Receiver

Noise path analysis identifies every route sound takes from a source to a receiver — direct, flanking, airborne, and structure-borne. Learn the method, ISO 12354, and how it drives cost-effective fixes.

March 20, 2026
noise path analysisflanking transmission
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GUIDES9 min read

Data Center Noise Control — Server Room Acoustics & Worker Safety | AcousPlan

Data center noise control: server fan noise levels of 75–95 dBA, OSHA/NIOSH exposure limits, acoustic enclosures, hot/cold aisle considerations, and worker protection strategies.

March 19, 2026
data centerserver room
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GUIDES10 min read

Industrial Noise Control — Enclosures, Barriers & Worker Protection | AcousPlan

Industrial noise reduction: source treatment, path treatment, and receiver protection. Barrier insertion loss, enclosure TL calculation, OSHA and HSE requirements.

March 19, 2026
industrial noisenoise control
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STANDARDS13 min read

ASHRAE HVAC Noise Control: Handbook Chapter Summary for Acoustic Designers

ASHRAE HVAC Applications Chapter 49 is the authoritative guide for mechanical noise control in buildings. This summary covers RC/NC curve criteria, duct noise calculation, equipment selection, and silencer design for acoustic designers.

March 18, 2026
ASHRAEHVAC noise
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TUTORIALS16 min read

Building Acoustics vs Room Acoustics: What's the Difference?

Building acoustics blocks sound between rooms using mass and decoupling (STC/Rw). Room acoustics controls sound within a room using absorption (RT60/C80). Here is when you need each, how they interact, and the standards that govern them.

March 14, 2026
building acousticsroom acoustics