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HA Acoustics

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Office T5, Allen House,
The Maltings,
Station Road,
Sawbridgeworth,
Hertfordshire,
CM21 9HA,
United Kingdom

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Mechanical Plant − BS4142

Mechanical Plant − BS4142

New mechanical industrial and commercial noise sources vary from small air conditioning units attached to a office, shop or even a residential property, upto large-scale noise-generating commercial developments, such as petrol stations, warehouses, office blocks, restaurants and industrial developments.
Our acoustic consultants undertake BS4142 acoustic surveys. This involves liaison with the local authority (council), involves noise monitoring, often for periods in excess of 24-hours, so as to capture background sound levels. Our detailed reports, detail mechanical plant maximum noise levels, calculate sound level transmission from source to nearby noise sensitive receptors and where appropriate provide noise mitigation measures. Where solutions are required in order to demonstrate compliance, HA Acoustics always consider a range of both sound attenuation options and cost impact to our clients.
Entertainment & Licensed Premises

Entertainment & Licensed Premises

Local Authorities (Councils) take into account a variety of factors when regulating entertainment noise.
These include; cultural differences, habits, patron behaviour, the local sound climate and existing regulations to ensure that patrons, businesses and local neighbours can enjoy their space and don’t suffer loss of amenity.
Construction − BS 5228

Construction − BS 5228

Affordable, professional, sound monitoring of construction noise above and below ground, so that you can get on with construction work.
Noise and vibration during construction are a critical concern for any major development because of the potential effect on nearby businesses and residents. Failure to adequately assess and put in place appropriate control measures can lead to a site being closed down until appropriate management is put in place.
Investigation & Complaints Handling Services

Investigation & Complaints Handling Services

We employ former Local Authority Environmental Health Officers and noise enforcement officers. This means that our consultants are well placed to handle investigative work for stakeholders such as Local Authorities, Housing Associations and the Military. Our clients also include transport, aviation and construction sectors.
Residential Development

Residential Development

At HA Acoustics we undertake BS 8233 surveys on a weekly basis aiding both small and large developers get their planning consents without delay.
BS 8233 is the British Standard regularly referred to by Local Authority planning departments to ensure that residents of proposed new build or refurbished developments have adequate noise insulation and are suitably protected from noise outside of their building in order to achieve, for example, reasonable sleeping/resting conditions.
Remote Monitoring

Remote Monitoring

HA Acoustics specialise in long-term remote monitoring for noise, vibration and dust generated through demolition, construction and industrial processes.

Increasingly Regulators and Local Authorities require companies emitting noise, vibration or dust to ensure that their environmental safeguarding duties are responsibly met.
Noise at Work Assessments

Noise at Work Assessments

Over-exposure to high levels of noise in the workplace can lead to serious health implications for employee(s), potentially resulting in legal action against the employer.
HA Acoustics are experienced and competent to undertake noise at work assessments according to the latest noise at work regulations and European directives in order to ensure your business meets compliance.
HA Acoustics undertake noise at work assessments nationwide.
Sound Insulation Testing

Sound Insulation Testing

HA Acoustics undertake accredited sound insulation testing nationwide.
We test in accordance with BS EN ISO 140 and the Building Regulations Approved Document E − ‘Resistance to the Passage of Sound’.
HA Acoustics offer both pre-completion testing and sound insulation testing, enabling your construction project to meet national sound insulation standards. We test the internal acoustic performance of separating floors and walls. Our sound insulation test reports are laid out in a standard, easy to read format, ensuring your Local Authority (council) or private building control officer with all necessary information.
Noise Limiter Calibration

Noise Limiter Calibration

Increasingly Local Authorities require an opearable electronic noise limiter in music entertainment venues. These venues typically include pubs, clubs, karaoke bars, gyms, village halls, places of worship and a host of other venues.
Noise limiters for amplified entertainment systems play an important role when a venue is located within close proximity to noise sensitive properties; which is often the case. Correctly installed and set, the electronic noise limiter will automatically control and limit the maximum level of music played within the premises. This allows the venue to easily operate without causing undue noise disturbance which would otherwise prove difficult.
Noise Management Plans & Section 61 Agreements

Noise Management Plans & Section 61 Agreements

The impact of construction activities noise and vibration emissions can be significant. Increasingly, Local Authorities (Councils) are concerned about the impact to residents.
At HA Acoustics we prepare a legally binding Section 61 Agreement for construction sites. This helps to ensure that the best practice of development is undertaken. It protects residents from noise, and vibration and protects developers from restrictive Section 60 notices being served by the Local Authority.
The Control of Pollution Act 1974, Section 61 is commonly referred to when discussing construction or demolition related noise and vibration pollution impact on the environment. A Section 61 application is made by a construction or demolition firm to the local authority, at HA Acoustics we can make this application, on a companies behalf. A Section 61 it is an application for consent to carry out works, which are likely to have a significant impact on the neighbourhood due to its generation of noise and vibration. A section 61 application outlines the works that are planned to take place, the proposed working hours of the site and a plan to mitigate potential noise and vibration impact by best practical means.
Noise Modelling

Noise Modelling

HA Acoustics undertakes environmental noise modelling using commercial modelling software from worldwide distributor, Soundplan. This software implements engineering models, British Standards and industry accepted acoustic calculations to enable predictions of noise propagation.
Air Tightness Testing

Air Tightness Testing

HA Acoustics undertake Sound Insulation Testing for clients that have constructed new-builds across the UK. This testing is undertaken under our UKAS accreditation. Following repeat requests from clients that love our professional, integral, prompt service in sound testing, we’ve agreed to also offer other Building Control Compliance services, which we do either in-house, or arrange through a carefully vetted third-party company. This ensures that our clients receive the same great service, level of care and professionalism for all aspects of their Building Control testing, as they enjoy when engaging us to sound test.

About us

Specialising primarily in the design and manufacture of bespoke acoustic solutions for residential, commercial and industrial establishments, HA Acoustics have worked alongside thousands of businesses and private individuals to provide high quality insulation solutions that are second to none. Based in Hertfordshire, our company provides expert advice and support wherever we can to ensure that clients are receiving what they pay for, offering excellent guidance from initial design concept through to installation.

Here at HA Acoustics, we pride ourselves on our ability to provide outstanding noise monitoring methods and assessments that have benefitted organisations across the UK and beyond. All methods we provide comply with the regulations set out by the Institute of Acoustics and the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health, making our company the leading specialist in residential, commercial and industrial development within the country. We deliver all acoustic reports on time and strive to meet the expectations of our clients.

We as a company offer a vast array of services and assessments that are available to our customers, some of which include;
  • Mechanical Plant − BS4142
  • Entertainment & Licensed Premises
  • Construction − BS5228
  • Investigation & Complaints Handling Services
  • Residential Development
  • Remote Monitoring
  • Noise at Work Assessments
  • Sound Insulation Testing
  • Noise Limiter Calibration
  • Noise Management Plans & Section 61 Agreements
  • Noise Modelling
  • Air Tightness Testing

We at HA Acoustics make it our mission to ensure that clients across the nation receive professional and efficient service from our team of experienced technicians and practitioners. We have worked alongside various industries and sectors within the UK such as educational premises, proposed gyms, outdoor venues, wedding venues, outdoor leisure centres, kitchens, air conditioning, railways and more. We have over 10 years’ experience in the design and distribution of these insulation monitoring methods and urge potential customers to get in contact with us right away.
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