FAQs
Do we do acoustic testing for newly installed or existing flooring?
Yes, we will need access to both the apartment which is having the flooring tested and to the apartment below it to carry out the measurements.
Do we do acoustic testing in response to noise complaints regarding neighbouring residential, commercial or industrial premises?
Yes. However, most of the time we will need cooperation from the operator of the noise source to switch the noise source off and on to perform the testing. When the noise source in question can occur randomly, triggered audio along with AI can be used for the purposes of identification and analysis, of some noise sources (e.g. dog, train)
Do we provide DA acoustic reports for new developments, change of use, alterations and additions or extension of operating hours?
Yes, for residential, commercial and industrial development applications.
Do you provide obligation free quotes?
Yes, please call our 1300 number and we will discuss your requirements.
How does vibration monitoring work?
Our vibration units will measure the vibration levels at the monitoring location and send SMS alerts when the levels are above a set threshold. For the monitoring location the ideal placement would be at the foundation or at the base of the wall of the neighbouring building, with permission, adjacent to the most intensive vibration works. Ideally, there will be solid surfaces to mount the transducer (geophone) of the vibration monitor to, such as concrete or brick.
The transducer (geophone/accelerometer) can be affixed via bees wax or by drilling a right-angle bracket to the wall using 25mm wall plugs. If none of the above options are feasible, we can install the geophone/accelerometer in the ground with soil spikes, however, the vibration readings are usually higher using this method.
How is noise and vibration data downloaded?
All our vibration monitors can be remotely downloaded via Cloud services. Depending on the monitor used our noise monitors can be downloaded remotely via the Cloud or will require site access.