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Tuning in on sound: Reducing noise in the workplace

Construction Specifier

Acoustic and vibration modeling Using specialized software and computer modeling tools, acoustic consultants can analyze and visualize predicted acoustic and vibration conditions of a project. This rating uses a reference sound spectrum to estimate the resulting sound reduction provided by the components by the interior occupants.

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Beauty and brawn: The benefits of hybrid carpet

Construction Specifier

Flooring is the foundation of any interior, visually and functionally setting the tone for the space. Some hybrid carpets can perform more than 200 percent better than hard surfaces in Impact Insulation Class (IIC) ratings, which measure how well a flooring absorbs impact vibrations within a room and between floors of a building.