CONTROLLING HVAC NOISe

IMPROVES PRODUCTIVITY AND COMFORT

HVAC system noise can be distracting and interfere with daily activities. Proper acoustic treatment can help control both system noise and crosstalk.

THE PROBLEM WITH HVAC NOISE

Continuous or intermittent noise from an HVAC system can be distracting as well as disruptive. While mechanical engineers focus on a system delivering proper airflow, acoustic performance is often ignored.

When determining if an HVAC system requires additional attenuation, two noise paths must be considered; noise that travels through both the supply and return duct system paths, and “breakout” noise that travels through the walls of the ductwork into neighboring spaces.

Airborne noise in an HVAC system is attenuated with the addition of duct silencers, and breakout noise is attenuated with the addition of a dense duct lagging material wrapped around the outside of the ductwork to increase the STC of the duct walls.

Key Considerations for controlling HVAC noise include:

  • Determining the sound path
  • HVAC Placement
  • Static pressure loss
  • Duct design

SOLVING COMPLEX NOISE PROBLEMS REQUIRES EXPERTISE AND A TIME-TESTED PROCESS.

1. Data-driven

We use best-in-class techniques to examine acoustic problems before recommending a solution 

2. Engineered Design

Using data collected from our analysis, we create custom solutions to solve your unique acoustic challenges 

3. High- Quality Solutions

Using rugged commercial grade materials, our intelligent acoustic solutions look great, sound amazing, and stand the test of time

INTELLIGENT ACOUSTIC SOLUTIONS FOR CONTROLLING HVAC NOISE

Controlling HVAC noise can be a difficult task. It is critical that airflow design is balanced with acoustic performance. With over 30 years of experience with HVAC and duct design, we know how to strike that balance.

WHERE WE COME IN

As experts in acoustic design, we can help develop an effective, comfortable, and aesthetically pleasing acoustic solution that helps your organization improve the quality and productivity of time spent in your facility.

Our project managers will work with you to assess your noise control needs. With a keen focus on delivering a turn-key solution, we can help design an acoustic package to solve any noise issue.

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