Acoustic consulting
Service Overview
Our acoustic consulting services offer expert guidance and tailored solutions for noise, reverberation, and vibration issues in both residential and industrial settings. Whether you’re dealing with disruptive noise in your home or need to meet strict noise regulations in your business premises, our team provides reliable, professional advice and comprehensive diagnostic assessments. With solutions designed to fit your specific needs, we ensure optimal sound environments, from small rooms to large industrial complexes.
Book Your Consultation
For more information or to schedule an acoustic consulting session, please contact us via
Email: office@decibelinternational.co.uk
What We Do
We provide on-site assessments to evaluate the unique acoustic challenges of your building or space. For those who prefer remote assistance, we offer online sessions where clients can share drawings and photos of problem areas for analysis. Each consultation results in actionable recommendations, including material specifications and acoustic solutions, all designed to meet your specific needs.
Service Types
- On-site Consulting
An experienced acoustic engineer visits your location to assess all relevant factors such as building structure, room acoustics, and noise sources. This hands-on approach allows for precise diagnostics, followed by a detailed report with recommendations on the materials and strategies necessary for achieving effective sound insulation.
- Online Consulting
Our remote service allows clients to consult with us via video calls. Clients submit building drawings and photographs, enabling us to diagnose sound problems and recommend solutions without the need for a physical visit. This option is perfect for clients located far from our offices or those needing quick advice.
Expected Outcomes
By engaging our acoustic consulting service, clients can expect:
- Reduced noise transmission between rooms, improving overall comfort and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Enhanced acoustic quality within spaces, such as clearer sound for auditoriums or less echo in restaurants.
- Precise cost estimates for soundproofing materials and installation, allowing you to plan budgets efficiently.
- Custom solutions that take into account the specific requirements of your space, whether residential or industrial.
- Long-term durability of installed solutions, ensuring that you won’t face recurring noise issues.
Step-by-Step Process
Our process ensures a thorough diagnosis and effective solution for your sound-related concerns. Typically, the acoustic consultation goes through the following stages:
- Initial Consultation: We discuss your specific noise issues and determine the best consultation method (on-site, in-office, or online).
- Assessment & Data Collection: Our engineers gather relevant data (building specifications, noise measurements, etc.) during the consultation.
- Analysis & Report: Based on the data, we analyse the problem and generate a detailed report outlining potential solutions, including material recommendations and expected outcomes.
- Review & Adjustment: We meet with you again (in-person or virtually) to review the proposed solutions and adjust the recommendations based on your feedback or any new information.
- Implementation Support: We guide you through the implementation of the solution, whether through our project execution services or by working with third-party contractors.
Technology & Tools
At DECIBEL, we utilise state-of-the-art tools and software to deliver precise acoustic analysis and tailored solutions. These include:
- Finite Element Modelling (FEM): A computational technique that divides a structure into smaller parts (elements) to simulate its acoustic behaviour, providing highly accurate results.
- Transfer Matrix Modelling (TMM): Used for predicting sound transmission and absorption in multi-layered materials and systems, offering detailed insights for complex acoustic designs.
- Ray Tracing Analysis: This method tracks the path of sound waves as they reflect, absorb, and scatter, making it ideal for large spaces such as theatres and industrial settings.
Commercial Software Tools
- ANSYS Acoustic Modelling: A simulation tool for analysing sound behaviour within a given space, helping predict how various soundproofing and acoustic treatments will perform before installation.
- INSUL Marshall Acoustics: Focuses on predicting the sound insulation properties of walls, floors, and ceilings, helping to design effective soundproofing systems.
- ODEON: Used for room acoustics simulation, ODEON helps design spaces with optimal reverberation, speech intelligibility, and overall sound quality.
- CadnaA: A software for noise prediction and mapping, CadnaA supports environmental noise control in urban areas and large industrial sites.
- Bastian Data Acoustik: Used for industrial noise prediction and control, ensuring compliance with noise regulations and optimising the acoustic environment in manufacturing and production facilities.
Compliance & Standards
Our acoustic consulting services follow the highest international and European standards to ensure quality and precision:
- EN ISO 717-1, 2: Acoustics – Rating of sound insulation in buildings and of building elements – This European-adopted standard specifies methods for determining airborne and impact sound insulation.
- EN ISO 12354-1, 2: Building Acoustics – Estimation of acoustic performance of buildings from the performance of elements – Used for predicting the sound insulation properties of building components.
- ISO 9613-1, 2: Acoustics – Attenuation of sound during propagation outdoors – This international standard calculates the effects of distance, barriers, and atmospheric conditions on sound levels.
- EN ISO 10140-1, 2, 10: Acoustics – Laboratory measurement of sound insulation of building elements – This standard outlines laboratory testing methods for sound insulation performance.
- ISO 354: Acoustics – Measurement of sound absorption in a reverberation room – This international standard measures how effectively materials absorb sound, vital for room acoustics design.
Selected Case Studies
Our acoustic consulting services have successfully resolved noise and vibration problems across a range of industries and residential projects. Below are a few examples:
Custom Acoustic Treatment for a Luxury Office
Factory Noise Reduction with a Sound Barrier
Acoustic Panels and Full Podcast Studio Revamp
Book Your Consultation
For more information or to schedule an acoustic consulting session, please contact us via
Email: office@decibelinternational.co.uk