Noise control news articles 
Air source heat pumps integrated into pressurised hot water cylinder
At the beginning of september 2008 I installed my first air source heat pump. Being sceptical about how these machines work, I installed the machine onto a heating system, telling the customer that I would return in six months to throw his boiler back in if he wasn't happy. Three weeks later I get a phone call, not only is the customer happy with his air source heat pump but he wants me to remove his 250 ltr megaflow pressurised hot water cyli... [more]
Geberit Silent-db20 drainage system tackles the problems of noise control
High levels of noise have been found to increase stress levels and reduce sleep quality. Plumbing associated noise can also be a key contribution to this matter. Typical buildings where acoustics are important are cinemas, hospitals, schools, apartments, hotels, conference centres and music halls. Geberit has developed the Geberit Silent-db20 to tackle the problems of noise control. Geberit Silent-db20 is a drainage system composed of pipes, ... [more]
An AEG-Electrolux kitchen means virtually silent cooking, cooling and washing
Everyday living is noisy – and for an increasing number of UK citizens is a headache. Noise complaints remain at their highest ever levels, and half a million English residents moved house because of noise last year. This is a crucial time in noise management, as Government in England prepare a draft Noise Strategy for public consultation during 2007. The kitchen is quite literally the heart of the modern home. It is a social space for interac... [more]
Other Noise control news and reviews
Noise can improve quantum computing, says ANU scientist
It’s quantum computing: of course there’s a paradox Here’s a nice paradox: since noise gets in the way of quantum computing, cure it by adding more noise.…
Acoustical Solutions, Inc. Continues to Provide Access to Noise Control in the Middle East
RICHMOND, VA - Palme Middle East is the region's longest standing trade event for the professional sound, light, audio visual, music, entertainment and systems integration industries. Located in Dubai, one of the seven principalities that make up the United Arab Emerites, the Palme Show features over 200 exhibitors and 800 brands. Acoustical Solutions, Inc., a leading manufacturer of acoustic ...
Commissioners approve noise ordinance
One man’s music is another man’s noise. Chelan County Commissioners tried to solve that paradox when they approved a resolution Monday that puts some teeth into noise control in the county without restricting commerce.
Noise test to pick on two-wheeled vehicles
I haven't checked with my neighbours, but I'm pretty sure they were not sad to see the tail lights of my old Volkswagen recently as it drove off to its new home.
Noise proposal has some fearing for the buskers - Sun, 13 May 2012 PST
Late last year, a violinist began showing up in front of River Park Square. He played popular music that could be heard at least a block away and often drew appreciative crowds. A video of the busker, Bryson Andres, performing in front of the downtown mall has been viewed nearly 2 million times on YouTube.
High-tech system lets restaurant set noise level
John Paluska wants his new Berkeley Mexican restaurant Comal to be lively. It would clash with his image if the restaurant were as quiet as a Carthusian monastery - he was, after all, manager of the rock band Phish for...
Music Review: A Joyful Noise
Reviewed by Adam Markovitz | B-
Campaign vs dengue starts with noise barrage
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Noise barrage vs dengue epidemic
The City Health Office (CHO) spearheaded yesterday a noise barrage and motorcade in the city’s thoroughfares and national highways against dengue, which has reached outbreak or epidemic level in the city.
'Sonic cannons' emitting pain-inducing noise to be used during Olympics to keep crowds under control
The powerful piece of kit which is manufactured in the U.S can be used to disperse crowds at London 2012. The machines will also be used to control riots at the European Championships.
