Measuring Footfall Noise
Ever wonder how we assess impact sound isolation in floor/ceiling assemblies? Well, for starters, we don’t send one acoustician upstairs...
29 March, 2019
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Noise Control in Fitness Centres, Gyms, and Workout Studios
In recent years, the number of fitness centres, gyms and workout studios has increased greatly. New apartment buildings, shopping malls,...
02 November, 2018
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Long-Term Measurements: Because noise and vibration don’t keep banker’s hours
Environmental noise and vibration can rankle at any hour. From first light (we’re looking at you, songbirds) to the stroke...
30 April, 2018
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Staying Up to Date with the Latest Acoustical Standards
At BKL, we stay up to date with the latest standards, developed by the world’s leading researchers in the fields...
22 February, 2018
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Acoustics Week in Canada 2016
Photo Credit: Andy Metelka Another successful Acoustics Week is in the books! This year’s conference was held in Vancouver from September...
09 November, 2016
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Noise Barriers: How do they work?
Outdoor noise barriers can effectively reduce the transmission of noise from source to receiver. When placed between source and receiver,...
08 August, 2016
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TV Magic: BKL on CBC
Have you ever wondered what makes a concert hall sound great? “Sonic Magic: The Wonder and Science of Sound,” a recent...
21 January, 2016
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Reflections on Noise Modelling
Constructing a noise barrier or enclosure can be a significant investment. BKL works alongside owners and project managers to help them...
21 July, 2015
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There’s another acoustic camera in Vancouver
30 July, 2014
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Mark Bliss Noise-Con 2013 Presentation
BKL Partner Mark Bliss prepared a paper and a presentation for NOISE-CON 2013 Denver summarizing two music-related assessments we performed for the City...
26 June, 2014
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Looking for Sound
"Where did that sound come from?" is a question often asked. It can also be a difficult question to answer....
10 January, 2014
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