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Tuning in on sound: Reducing noise in the workplace

Construction Specifier

Regulatory compliance Local building codes, noise ordinances for acceptable noise levels, and LEED certification requirements all influence the design and the selection of building materials. An acoustical consultant can provide reliable testing and data support to help client’s meet certification levels.

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Sound isolation code requirements

Construction Specifier

As new construction techniques and certifications become more widely used, specifiers must be aware of the many factors impacting the transmission of sound in buildings. ASTM defines single-number metrics for testing of airborne sound transmission class (STC) and impact isolation class (IIC). by Evelyn Way. All images courtesy Maxxon.

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