Acoustics, Noise & Vibration Control
Offices Worldwide
Acoustics, Noise & Vibration Control
Whatever your project, controlling noise and vibration can be critical to success. Perfecting the acoustics in a concert hall. Making it easier for students to concentrate in class. Limiting uncomfortable sway in tall buildings. Protecting industrial workers from hearing loss. Keeping sensitive medical imaging equipment rock steady. Complying with national or local regulations. Preventing your construction activity from damaging nearby structures. We have the expertise you need for all these and more.
Architectural Acoustics, Noise & Vibration We provide analysis and design to control and balance the competing functional acoustic, noise and vibration requirements for new buildings and renovations. These include interior room acoustic design, noise control between rooms, mechanical equipment noise and vibration control, and analysis of duct-borne noise. We also offer advanced techniques for predicting footfallinduced vibration that use finite-element modeling to generate multimodal time-history predictions. Construction Vibration Assessment & Monitoring We assess, monitor and mitigate construction vibration levels in jurisdictions that require vibrationcontrol plans for some construction projects. Our professionals have been involved in the preparation of these plans, both before the submittal of building permit applications and during construction, to ensure acceptable vibration levels on properties adjacent to construction sites. Vibration Testing, Monitoring & Control Vibration can originate from many sources in and around a building: transportation systems such as railroads, subways and roads; HVAC machinery; human activity; and wind. To assess the likelihood and severity of vibrational issues, our engineers measure and analyze the structural vibration characteristics of anything from a small piece of machinery to an entire building.
Tuned Mass Dampers Tuned mass dampers (TMDs) are used to reduce vibration in a variety of structures: floors, long-span structures, bridges and tall towers. Each requires a different approach. We provide analysis and design for all types of TMDs and have extensive experience in the design of conventional solid and liquid dampers.
Regulatory Noise & Vibration Control We help you stay on the right side of regulations with noise and vibration assessments, noiseimpact statements and design for noise-reduction measures. With decades of experience, we’re well-versed in the requirements of jurisdictions across Canada and the United States.
Forensic Acoustics: Noise & Vibration Testing We test, quantify, analyze and find the sources of unwanted and objectionable noise and vibration in a variety of settings – residential, commercial and industrial – and compare results to relevant standards. We can also implement project-specific data acquisition and monitoring systems to accommodate various clients’ needs.
Acoustics, Noise & Vibration Expert Witness Testimony We assist our clients with expert witness services that are founded on our in-depth knowledge of the material and psychological aspects of acoustics, noise and vibration, including physical tests, mathematical modeling and experience.
From practical tasks to creative asks, we have your solution. We are a team of inventive problem solvers who understand that collaboration leads to better results. When faced with any challenge, we look at the big picture and work to nail the details while fulfilling your broader goals. ThorntonTomasetti.com