BS4142 Noise Survey’s for Air Source Heat Pumps
November 18, 2018
Clients often ask us if they require a BS4142 noise survey if they are installing an air source heat pump on their project, our answer is usually a resounding yes! […]
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What Happens if my Enclosure Fails the Room Integrity Test?
What Happens If my Enclosure Fails the Room Integrity Test? If your protected enclosure fails the room integrity test, APT’s highly trained and experienced test engineers will be able to […]
Posted on Feb 23, 2017
Room Integrity Testing in London
Room Integrity Testing in London There are literally tens of thousands of protected enclosures – such as server rooms and data centres) throughout London and the South East. With many […]
Posted on Feb 20, 2017
Simple Acoustic Upgrades
Simple Acoustic Upgrades There are many simple acoustic upgrades you can undertake to improve the sound insulation values of your dwelling. Plate A below shows one cost effective ceiling upgrade […]
Posted on Feb 13, 2017
Good Acoustic Design
Good Acoustic Design to Pass Your Sound Insulation Testing We have carried our hundreds of acoustic design reviews and sound insulation tests, so we are well placed to help you overcome […]
Posted on Feb 10, 2017
Sound Insulation Testing in London
Sound Insulation Testing in London Unless plans were fully approved prior to 1 July 2003, sound insulation testing will be required on your London development between rooms or spaces that […]
Posted on Feb 10, 2017
Noise Damping to Improve Sound Testing
Noise Damping to Improve Sound Testing Noise damping is the most efficient and effective ways to control vibration and noise radiation at the source. Damping materials lessen this noise by turning […]
Posted on Dec 16, 2016
Adding Mass to Improve Sound Insulation
Adding Mass to Improve Sound Insulation Adding mass to improve sound insulation can be one of the most important elements to improving precompletion sound testing results. In summary it basically […]
Posted on Dec 12, 2016
Noise Absorption
Noise Absorption It is usual for air cavities to resonate, such as the cavity within a timber wall. For instance if you blow across the top of a bottle and […]
Posted on Dec 06, 2016
Decoupling of Materials
Decoupling of Materials There are many things to consider with your acoustic design and construction, one of the first – and most important) is the decoupling of materials or also […]
Posted on Dec 05, 2016
The Main Sound Proofing Elements
The main Sound Proofing Elements Coupled Wall Construction We often get asked ‘how can we improve our soundproofing on our development. The first thing to understand is the basic of […]
Posted on Dec 02, 2016
Noise Problems in Refurbished Industrial Buildings
Noise Problems in Refurbished Industrial Buildings We often get asked to undertake a series of sound test measurements to establish the acoustic performance of the wall of floors construction in […]
Posted on Nov 29, 2016
Sound Transmission Though Windows
Sound Transmission Though Windows One source of great annoyance is often due to sound transmission though windows, this can be down to a variety of factors. If the windows are […]
Posted on Nov 28, 2016
Ceiling and Wall Assemblies for Part E
Ceiling and Wall Assemblies for Part E In our experience ceiling and wall assemblies, can be the main pathways for the two main types of sound transmission. The first type […]
Posted on Nov 25, 2016
Reducing Noise in Residential Buildings
Reducing Noise in Residential Buildings We often get asked how noise can be reduced in residential buildings such as apartments or terrace houses. One of the most common problems is […]
Posted on Nov 24, 2016
Our Sound Testing Procedure
Our Sound Testing Procedure Our sound testing procedure is quite simple and our acoustic engineer will be happy to explain this on site. Essentially, for party walls there is one […]
Posted on Nov 21, 2016
Simple Acoustic Floor and Wall Upgrades
Simple Acoustic Floor and Wall Upgrades There are many quick and simple acoustic wall and floor upgrades to help you achieve compliance with Build Regulations Part E. One of the […]
Posted on Nov 18, 2016
Noise Flanking Can Lead to Sound Test Failure
Noise Flanking Can Lead to Sound Test Failure Noise flanking can be a huge problem and one of the main causes of excessive sound transmission. If your project fails the […]
Posted on Oct 21, 2016
SOUND TESTING FOR LONDON
SOUND TESTING FOR LONDON London is a massive city containing in excess of 5 million dwellings, many sharing wall and floor partitions. In this noisy environment it is essential that good […]
Posted on Oct 20, 2016
Preparing Your Project For Sound Testing
Preparing Your Project For Sound Testing There are many important things to remember as you near completion on your project, one of which is to adequately prepare your London project […]
Posted on Oct 11, 2016
Sound Testing on Conversion Projects
Sound Testing on Conversion Projects In our experience acoustic design and sound testing on conversion projects don’t need to be problematic. If you are currently in the process converting offices and/or houses […]
Posted on Oct 04, 2016
Airborne and Impact Sound Tests
Airborne and Impact Sound Tests You are required to undertake two types of sound testing to comply with Building Regulations Part E, they are Airborne and Impact sound tests. Airborne […]
Posted on Oct 03, 2016
Sound Testing Services for New Dwellings
Sound Testing Services for new dwellings Sound Testing Services became mandatory in England & Wales in 2003, when Approved Document E was updated. Approved Document E requires new and converted to […]
Posted on Oct 03, 2016
Successful Sound Testing in London
Successful Sound Testing in London From the offset careful consideration should be shown to the acoustic design detailing for both conversion and new build projects if you are to achieve a […]
Posted on Sep 16, 2016
The Two Types of Floor Noise
The Two Types of Floor Noise Under Building Regulations Part E there are two distinct types of floor noise to consider; they are: Airborne Noise (for example speech and music) Impact […]
Posted on Sep 13, 2016
