Services

List of acoustic consulting services offered by Swallow Acoustic Consultants Limited:

Architectural Acoustics
Architectural acoustics refers to building design as it relates to acoustic function: speech intelligibility, speech privacy and music appreciation.

Acoustic and Vibration Testing
The area of acoustics involves a variety of testing areas. Some of these include background noise, construction and environmental testing.

Acoustical Modelling
Acousticians utilise a variety of analysis tools including computer simulations or scale models to predict the acoustics of a space, generation, attenuation and propagation of sound.

Vibration Control (& Tuned Mass Dampers)
Vibration, as perceptible mechanical vibration can be generated by many sources: transportation sources, machinery within buildings, people within buildings and the wind.

Environmental Noise Control
The outdoor acoustical environment can vary in both magnitude and character throughout most communities.

Mechanical Noise Control
Two main areas of mechanical noise control are HVAC noise and vibration control. This includes areas of silencer specifications, vibration isolation and floating floor specifications.

Industrial Noise Control
Industrial noise control deals with noise generated by machinery in factories, manufacturing facilities, assembly lines, etc.

Finite Element Analysis
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Expert Witness Testimony
An expert opinion is based on a knowledge of the physics and psychological aspects of acoustics, physical tests, mathematical modelling and experience.

Technical Writing and Standards Development
Technical writing includes areas of developing acoustical standards and specifications and design guideline

Construction Vibration Assessment
SACL has been involved in construction vibration assessment and monitoring projects for the purposes of building permit application, and to ensure acceptable vibration levels on properties adjacent to construction sites.

AISC Design Guide 11 Calculations
Floor and bridge vibration calculations in accordance to AISC Design Guide 11 methods.

Special Projects
Other noise control areas include special projects such as government projects, product development, and the development of detailed estimated test procedures.