NOISE CONTROL in Multi-Family
- Learning objectives outline for noise control
- Two measurements of noise two ASTM standards
- Sound Transmission Classification (STC) – Airborne Noise
- Impact Insulation Classification (IIC) – Vibration Noise
- General ways of improving noise
- Understanding the ASTM E492 impact noise
- Examples – comparison of a 56 vs. a 57
- Examples – comparison of a 54 vs. a 56
- Noise control is accomplished in a system, One component isn’t the solution to controlling noise
- Effects of each component
- Spring is in the design
- SPRINGS resilient channels
- NOISE ANATOMY product effectiveness
- Ceiling details and flanking
- Proper isolation of ceiling (drawing/diagram)
A – Short circuit resilient channels
B – Resilient channel in contact with wall structure
C – Gypsum ceiling in contact with wall structure
D – Gypsum wall in contact with gypsum ceiling
E – Gypsum wall in contact with subfloor
- Short circuits in ceiling install (drawing/diagram)
An Architect Developer Partnership
- Things to consider in a new project
- Other considerations
- Look to experts
- Qualities of a good sound mat
- Mass of gypsum concrete
- Joist assembly alternatives
Entangled Net SYSTEMS
- Systems from 0.25” to 1.75” in thickness
- Entangled nets are…
- Selecting the sound mat (budget, midrange, top-of-the-line)
Entangled Net SYSTEMS – Drawings of Gypsum
Concrete and Entangled Net
- Choosing a fabric: regular or moisture control
- 4.0-inch Perimeter Isolation
Learning Objectives
- Understanding noise and measuring results
- Idea’s on how to design for quiet living in multi-family
- The components of entangled net sound systems
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Certificates of Completion for non-AIA members are available upon request. This program is registered with the AIA/CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product. Questions related to specific material, methods and services will be addressed at the conclusion of this presentation.
