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Controlling vibrations and noise

Vibrations and noise are inherent to dynamic systems. They can cause structural damage to products. They also reduce human comfort and endanger health. Tackling vibration and noise problems is stimulated by strict regulations and legislation and a growing awareness of comfort and health among consumers. We support you with assessment, analysis, and problem-solving activities with the purpose of developing low-vibration and low-noise products.

What does vibration and noise control entail?

• Source identification, source localization, and understanding of the noise-generating mechanism
• Measurement of vibration levels on the structure
• Measurement of noise levels around the structure: measurement of noise pressure ⁽¹⁾, sound intensity ⁽²⁾, and noise capacity ⁽³⁾ 
• Understanding the transmission path and the medium
• Development of technological solutions
  • Tackling airborne noise
  • Tackling vibration and contact noise at the source
  • Tackling vibration and contact noise along the transmission path

The services we offer consist of:

• Advice and guidance with the three stages of vibration and noise control
• Information and awareness-raising concerning legislation, directives and standards 

More information on controlling vibrations and noise 

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SIRRIS, Nikolaas Van Riet

1. Noise pressure: unit of the amount of sound energy in a certain place
2. Noise intensity: unit of the amount of sound energy per time and surface unit in a certain direction
3. Noise capacity: unit of the total amount of sound energy radiated per time unit