Svantek specialises in environmental, traffic, and building noise measurements in compliance with applicable standards. Articles cover measurement techniques, noise assessment criteria, and legal requirements used in our services.
Sound insulation Sound insulation is the resistance of a partition (walls or ceiling) to the transmission of airborne or impact sounds. What is sound insulation? In acoustics, sound insulation is “the resistance of a partition to the transmission of airborne or impact sounds”. Sound insulation is a parameter determined for a given partition (wall), door, […]
Acoustic Measurements Acoustic measurements are a set of measurement methods: measurements of acoustic parameters of rooms, measurements of noise, acoustic power, or emission. What are acoustic measurements? Acoustic measurements are a set of measurement methods that allow you to determine acoustic parameters. We perform acoustic measurements using a meter equipped with a microphone or an […]
Building Acoustics Building acoustics covers issues such as sound transmission through partitions, the acoustic parameters of interiors, or the propagation of sound waves in rooms. Building Acoustics – definition Building acoustics is, according to the definition, a branch of architectural acoustics that includes sound propagation in enclosed spaces and issues of sound insulation in the […]
Aircraft Noise Aircraft noise in relation to airports is a type of noise generated by aircraft during takeoffs, landings, and maneuvers on the airport premises. What is aircraft noise? Aircraft noise in relation to airports is the type of noise generated by aircraft during takeoffs, landings and maneuvers on airport property. It is a particularly […]
Industrial Noise Industrial noise is the sound emitted into the environment by industrial plants or installations. Emission measurements are conducted for such noise. What is industrial noise? Industrial noise is defined as noise emitted into the environment by industrial plants or installations. For such noise, measurements shall be carried out in accordance with the requirements […]
Impulse Noise Impulse noise according to ISO 1996-1:2006 is a sound characterized by sudden, short-lived spikes in sound pressure. What is impulse noise? Impulse noise is characterized by sounds of short duration and rapidly increasing sound pressure. According to ISO 1996-1:2006, it is “a sound characterized by sudden, short-duration spikes in sound pressure (the duration […]
Traffic noise The operation of vehicles creates traffic noise that can be an annoyance to residents and the environment. High noise levels pose a threat to the health of people residing permanently near noisy sound sources. This creates the need to monitor noise generated by traffic routes. What is traffic noise? Traffic noise is generated […]
What is acoustics? What should you know about acoustics? What is the definition of acoustics? By definition, acoustics is a “branch of physics and technology” that deals with audible phenomena arising from the propagation of waves in space. Initially, the range of acoustics concerned only waves propagating in the air. Currently, it is much broader […]
Noise Map A noise map is created for cities with populations of more than 100,000 major roads, airports, and railroads. What is a strategic noise map? Strategic noise maps are created in accordance with the Environmental Protection Law for cities with populations over 100,000, major roads, airports, and railroads. This makes it possible to inform […]
Indoor Noise Indoor noise is the noise that arises or reaches the interior of buildings. Indoor noise can be divided into indoor noise and outdoor noise. Why measure indoor noise? It is very dangerous for people to stay in a room where noise levels are exceeded. Often we are not aware of this, because an […]
Noise from the gym Noise from gyms and fitness clubs, coming from various sources, can significantly affect the comfort of life of residents, which makes its measurement key to assessing compliance with standards and protecting health. What is the noise generated by gyms and fitness clubs? Noise generated by gyms and fitness clubs has various […]
Noise from the air conditioner Noise from air conditioning can be measured according to two research methods as noise emission to the environment or in the context of the building facade insulation. Choosing the correct methodology, calibrating equipment, considering environmental factors, and isolating background noise ensure accurate, reliable AC noise assessments in compliance with ISO, […]
Noise from the neighbor’s bathroom Noise from neighbors’ bathrooms comes from the operation of plumbing fixtures, such as toilets and showers, and can be annoying, especially if it exceeds acoustic standards. To assess the noise level, it is worth ordering measurements from specialized laboratories, which, in accordance with Polish standards, will assess the acoustic insulation […]
Office Noise Office noise is unwanted sound that can come from various sources, both internal and external. External noise sources include air conditioning units, traffic and construction sites. Internal sources include: office equipment, employee conversations, and keyboard sounds. Noise in the workplace can reduce employee productivity and comfort, so its control is important. What is […]
Noise from heat pump: how to measure? Heat pump noise level measurements allow you to determine whether it is necessary to take action to reduce noise, which may include modifying the installation or using additional soundproofing solutions. What causes noise from a heat pump? Noise from a heat pump is mainly caused by the operation […]
Church Bell Noise Noise from church bells is an impulse sound caused by the bell’s heart hitting its walls, which can be annoying to nearby residents. Measurements of this noise are carried out in accordance with acoustic standards, using class 1 meters, taking into account background noise and appropriate meteorological conditions. What is the noise […]
BREEAM BREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method) is a widely used method for assessing the sustainability of buildings in Europe. It focuses on ecological aspects and awards buildings points based on various sustainability criteria, including acoustic requirements. Acoustic measurements are an important part of BREEAM certification and contribute to the overall assessment of the […]
