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Tuning in on sound: Reducing noise in the workplace

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Interpersonal communication—hearing and comprehending the spoken word—is difficult when the background sound levels reach 50-60 decibels, 1 for example in a bustling office space, full classroom, or from a loud, poorly designed mechanical system. There are specific areas of concern depending on the environment.

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This is T-SLAB — the future of precast concrete floor systems

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By leveraging multiple concrete types and the time-tested principles of Roman arch design, T-SLAB is capable of delivering all the advantages of the industry’s most effective building materials in a single, cost-effective, and 100 percent precast solution. Impact isolation class (IIC) rating: 33. Apartment Buildings. Fire rating.

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Introducing T-SLAB—the latest revolution in precast concrete flooring systems

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By leveraging multiple concrete types and the time-tested principles of Roman arch design, T-SLAB is capable of delivering all the advantages of the industry’s most effective building materials in a single, cost-effective, and 100 percent precast solution. Impact insulation class (IIC) rating: 33. Fire rating. Solid zones.

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Effects of acoustical ceiling panel type: Vertical sound isolation

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A conversation between a doctor and patient in a medical exam room, or between a lawyer and client in an office, should be confidential. Preventing noise from transmitting between enclosed rooms is important in buildings. People in adjacent rooms should not be able to listen to the private information being exchanged. in the 2018 version).