During BKL’s 54 years of acoustical consulting, the method of calculating and predicting outdoor noise propagation has evolved from hand...
Often constant and usually monotonous, a low-frequency noise or hum in your home can make you feel like you are...
Compared to traditional construction, modular buildings offer shorter build times, less wasted material, and lower overhead. These benefits have popularized...
In recent years, the number of fitness centres, gyms and workout studios has increased greatly. New apartment buildings, shopping malls,...
According to building codes, party floor/ceiling assemblies must provide a minimum Sound Transmission Class (STC) rating of 50. To achieve this...
A Quiet Place tells the story of a family in plight—the Abbotts—fighting for survival against killer aliens that are sightless,...
Environmental noise and vibration can rankle at any hour. From first light (we’re looking at you, songbirds) to the stroke...
Whether you are building a new school or upgrading an existing facility, properly planning the acoustics in your music rehearsal...
“It’s the best of both worlds,” says the salesman. “All you need are these little screens, an acoustical tile ceiling,...
Photo Credit: Andy Metelka Another successful Acoustics Week is in the books! This year’s conference was held in Vancouver from September...
The recently updated National Building Code (NBC) of Canada 2015 presents a new way to control airborne sound transmitted between...
Outdoor noise barriers can effectively reduce the transmission of noise from source to receiver. When placed between source and receiver,...
After a long, distinguished career in both acoustical and marine engineering, Ken Harford, P.Eng., has announced that he will retire...
Constructing a noise barrier or enclosure can be a significant investment. BKL works alongside owners and project managers to help them...
BKL was invited to talk about the acoustic performance of windows at the latest Fenestration West conference, as summarized in...
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"Where did that sound come from?" is a question often asked. It can also be a difficult question to answer....
Noise exposure to residential dwellings can come from a number of exterior sources ranging from aircraft overhead to the neighbour's...
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