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When Do I Need a Noise Study?
A key element of acoustics for present-day building or infrastructure design is the environmental “noise study”. We, at Acentech and as an industry, make presentations on…
July 2, 2020
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Microscopic Sound: Quiet Noises and Highly Noise-Sensitive Equipment
Loud noises are attention-grabbing; they can be fun, like fireworks, or annoying, like a noisy neighbor. While extremely low-level sounds do not stand out as much…
May 14, 2020
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Encouragement of Young People in Field of Acoustics and Noise & Vibration Control
As an observer of this field for over half a century, I encourage young people with curiosity and fascination with physical things, when choosing a career,…
April 23, 2020
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How to Get the Most Out of Your Vibration Survey
There are many times when companies, architects, universities, hospitals and the like have contacted us with a need to characterize the vibration environment in particular areas…
March 3, 2020
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Legal Marijuana: Where There’s Smoke, There’s Sound
Now that Massachusetts has established a legal framework for medicinal and recreational cannabis, the commercial-scale production of cannabis presents numerous opportunities through the supply chain from…
High Profile
January 21, 2020
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Measuring Vibration for Cleanrooms and Other Advanced Technology Facilities
Maintaining a low vibration environment can be a big part of what makes a cleanroom “clean”. Equipment used in a wide variety of applications is sensitive…
November 13, 2019
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Noise pollution is a real issue: Sustainable acoustics for better buildings
Kristen Murphy’s article sheds light on strategies to reduce unwanted sound (noise pollution) in our everyday environments using sustainable materials and proactive design. Originally published in…
New England Real Estate Journal
October 4, 2019
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The Acoustics of Façades
Aaron Betit and Andy Carballeira recently wrote an article, The Acoustics of Façades, published in the September 2019 issue of Construction Specifier. Read on, about how…
Construction Specifier
September 12, 2019
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Noise and Vibration for Spec Lab Buildings
Rose Mary Su walks us through development and renovation tips for labs converted from office/commercial spaces. Read on!
High Profile Monthly
July 2, 2019
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