ACOUSTIC TESTING LABORATORIES
CENTRE FOR ACOUSTICS OF THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT
OUR WORK AND EXPERTISE
We can provide measurement data to quantify how your products affect the sound of the built environment they are used in – an invaluable tool in product marketing.
We can also develop bespoke or innovative measurement techniques or link you with specialist acoustic research programmes where your need is not covered by a standard test method. This supports product development and provides credibility in the marketplace.
Our clients range from global engineering companies to SMEs and government departments, and funding may be available to support innovation.
Whatever your industry, at Salford we can make your projects sounds better.
SERVICES (UKAS accredited Testing Laboratory No. 1262):
Sound Insulation Testing
BS EN ISO 10140-2
BS EN ISO 717-1
Sound Absorption
BS EN ISO 354
BS EN ISO 11654
Impact Sound Insulation
BS EN ISO 10140-3
BS EN SIO 717-2
Road Noise Barriers
Absorption BS EN 16272-1
Sound Insulation BS EN 16272-2
Railway Noise Barriers
Absorption BS EN 16272-1
Sound Insulation BS EN 16272-2
Sound Power Measurments
BS EN ISO 3744
Domestic Appliances
WHY IS BUILDING ACOUSTICS IMPORTANT?
Building acoustics has a signi cant impact on health, wellbeing, communication and productivity and is critical in our everyday lives in hospitals, classrooms and in homes. The acoustics of buildings is governed by regulations covering new buildings in the UK and internationally, with increasing interest in not just on how loud an environment is, but on how that sound is perceived by people in it.
I don’t think we are your typical customer, and we presented the University with some challenging situations, but your willingness to assist and understand the nature of our activities to help nd solutions have been of signi cant bene t to us.
Marie Greater Manchester PoliceA CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IN ACOUSTICS FOR OVER 65 YEARS:
State-of-the-art facilities [anechoic & hemi-anechoic chambers, reverberation rooms, transmission suite, ITU standard listening room, impedance tube]
Commercial test house with highly specialised acoustic developers, engineers and technicians
One of the most prestigious acoustic research groups in the world
Home of the National Institute for Airborne Acoustic Metrology, the UK designated measurement institute for airborne acoustics
Excellent location and infrastructure
THE FUTURE
The Centre for Acoustics of the Built Environment is closely integrated with the Acoustics Research Centre and will continue to conduct high quality original research funded by research councils, government bodies and industry.
Keep up to date with our latest updates, including news on our new Acoustic Building.
@salfordacoustics
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The service, availability and expertise are nothing short of excellent. Staff are adaptable and helpful, enabling us to achieve the constant and accurate results required by our industry.
Visit for more information on how our testing services can support your business.
Stuart Knauf Group
CONTACT US
Acoustic Test Labs
Newton Building
University of Salford
Salford, M5 4WT
For more information on how we can support you and your business, please feel free to get in touch.
+44(0)161 295 3814 acoustic.testing@salford.ac.uk acoustictesting.salford.ac.uk
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