Padel tennis
Padel tennis has seen a rapid rise in popularity. Almost half a million players are registered in the UK alone, and with that comes a huge increase in the number of courts.
Environmental Noise
Fulham Pier opens
Fulham Pier is a newly opened riverside destination in South-West London, part of Fulham Football Club’s Riverside Stand redevelopment at Craven Cottage. Designed by Populous architects, it blends hospitality, culture, and leisure. Food vendors The Riverside Market hosts independent food vendors and interactive digital art. There are ten eateries and the standout restaurant, Brasserie Constance … Read more
A monster Award
Our work with some local dinosaurs has led to a monster-sized award. Located near Norwich, the popular Roarr! dinosaur adventure park is a much-loved local attraction. Expansion Now the park’s expansion plans have resulted in a prestigious award from the Association of Noise Consultants. AJA received the “Sports and Leisure Award” for outstanding work in … Read more
Wimbledon work
Summer is here, so it must be time for the Wimbledon Championships. Our relationship with the All England Lawn Tennis Club started a couple of years ago. Now we are involved in a rolling programme of improvements. Naturally, we are delighted to be part of these upgrades. Outside courts Last year we investigated how sound … Read more
Work at Wimbledon
For many, Wimbledon epitomises the British summer. The world’s oldest tennis championships have just finished, and once again we are delighted to be working for the All England Lawn Tennis Club. Outside courts This time we have been investigating how sound transmits around some of the outside courts. Our brief is to ensure that any … Read more
A unique festival
A unique festival has just taken place at a special location. Lowestoft lies on the Norfolk / Suffolk border and is Britain’s most easterly town. This makes it the first town in the UK to welcome in the summer solstice each year. This source of inspiration led to the creation of the First Light Festival … Read more
Spiegeltent returns
Norfolk and Norwich Festival It’s festival season again, and the Norfolk and Norwich Festival has just finished. Once again the Adnams Spiegeltent came to town. This unusual venue is part of a tradition stretching back 130 years when large travelling tents would tour around Europe, acting as a home for cabaret and other entertainment. The N&N … Read more
Suffolk office open
For many years the AJA office has been solely based at our HQ near Norwich, Norfolk. But did you know, we also have a second hub, based in Suffolk? Our Suffolk presence is located in Framlingham and is headed up by Gary Percival. Gary is AJA’s Environmental Acoustics specialist. He has many years of experience … Read more
Suffolk office open
For many years the AJA office has been solely based at our HQ near Norwich, Norfolk. But did you know, we also have a second base in Suffolk? Our Suffolk presence is located in Framlingham and is headed up by Gary Percival. Gary is AJA’s Environmental Acoustics specialist. He has many years of experience in … Read more
Vibration, boats and sea legs
A recent noise and vibration test in the North Sea was also a test of sea legs. AJA consultants Adrian James and George Moore stepped aboard one of the boats in Lowestoft which is used to access offshore wind turbines. Crew vessels These crew vessels are constantly taking engineers and maintenance workers to and from … Read more
Testing, testing
When new-build and converted residences are close to completion, there are some important tests which sometimes get left to the last minute. Compliance with fire regulations may be an obvious necessity. But other building standards must be met by carrying out assessments, such as sound testing and air testing. Sound tests are often referred to … Read more
Five Highlights from 2022
With the worst of Covid behind us, returning to the office, more hybrid working and face-to-face meetings have led to a raft of new assignments. 2022 also saw two new staff members join the team. 1. New faces Autumn 2022 brought two new faces to AJA – Julez Redding and Ben Hunt. Julez’s background includes … Read more
Welcome Ben
Adrian James Acoustics is pleased to welcome a new member of our team. Ben Hunt has recently moved to Norwich after working in the Bedford area. A graduate of the University of Hertfordshire, Ben has a background in both music and maths, and a fascination for all things tech. His passion for acoustics and electronics … Read more
New regulations now in force
Important new regulations have just come into force. Overheating has long been overlooked as a potential noise risk in residential developments. At last, new regulations should help to address the problem. The requirements are specified in Approved Document O of the Building Regulations. They state that overheating risk must be considered in the planning and … Read more
Hot off the press
Hot off the press, our new company brochure is now available. This 12-page printed A4 publication provides a comprehensive guide to our services. It’s an ideal reference for architects, builders, contractors and anyone who may need our experience now or in the future. Please email us if you would like a free printed copy of … Read more
New life for village
We love to help bring new life to villages. This is particularly significant when growing communities need new facilities. A recent example is Horsford, a village just north of Norwich. Neighbourhood Plan With a population of just over 4000, the village lacked some amenities, despite having two pubs. Broadland Council conducted a local consultation, which … Read more
Major infrastructure consultation
Since November 2020 we have been providing technical expertise for a major infrastructure project. Sizewell C nuclear power station – if it goes ahead – will be one of the largest construction projects in Europe. East Suffolk Council approached us to assess potential noise and vibration. With the main site occupying a large area of … Read more
Five Highlights from 2021
Looking back on 2021, here are five of our highlights of the year. Despite the ongoing pandemic, we have completed multiple projects, as well as taking on a raft of new assignments. We also celebrated three of our staff completing their diplomas this year. Congratulations to George and Martyn, who become Associate Members of the … Read more
Broadway Enterprise Park
To the north of Norwich a new business park is taking shape. Known as the Broadway Enterprise Park, this new development could become home to 1250 new jobs. It is located just off the Broadland Northway northern distributor route and near to Norwich International Airport. This mixed-use development has already seen a major new household … Read more
Recycling noise
Demolition and recycling work inevitably produces noise, and we are frequently called on to offer expert analysis on how to tackle such noise issues. Technical advice One example is the technical advice we have been providing to Anglian Demolition & Asbestos Ltd. Since 2018 the company has been engaged in expanding its facility in Attleborough, … Read more
Wind farms
Adrian James Acoustics can announce we have completed work for East Suffolk Council as technical advisors on a major project. Our expertise was sought to review the noise and vibration assessments for two proposed offshore wind farms – known as East Anglia ONE North and East Anglia TWO. We also advised on associated onshore infrastructure. … Read more
Dance studios
AJA recently worked with a local dance company – The Workshop Studios – who offer a wide programme of dance training. The organisation needed expert advice in converting a disused Norwich warehouse into a dance studio complex. Upgrades Our input included baseline noise survey work and 3D modelling to predict the noise emissions from activity … Read more
How do you meet Part E compliance?
What is Part E Compliance? Part E Compliance is a requirement under the government’s Building Regulations. Also known as a sound insulation test or a PCT, the aim is to ensure reasonable standards of sound insulation in residential buildings. Tests are carried out on separating walls or floors to prove that they meet the regulations. … Read more
Rackheath Masterplan
The village of Rackheath lies to the north of Norwich and is part of Broadland District Council’s “growth triangle”. In 2009 it was identified as one of a dozen proposed sites to create new carbon-neutral eco-communities. The government subsequently withdrew this particular programme, but in 2016 a new masterplan was published. The three interested parties … Read more
Outdoor cinema
A side effect of coronavirus has been a huge change in how we enjoy our entertainment. The hospitality industry has been creative in its response and as restrictions have eased, there has been a rise in outdoor events. Throughout the UK, drive-ins have made a comeback and outdoor screens are seeing a surge in demand. … Read more
Residents and Festivals
King’s Lynn is a typical North Norfolk market town. For over 500 years the Tuesday Market Place has been its trading centre. This site also serves as a car park and for three weekends every year hosts the spectacular Festival Too music festival. Large crowds flock to the Market Place to hear a wide variety … Read more
Turbine Testing
An increasing demand for renewable energy and rising fuel costs has led to more micro turbines in locations such as farms. However, although the noise generated by such machines may differ from that produced by large industrial farms, there is still a need to assess their impact on the environment. Principal Acoustics Consultant Ian Rees … Read more
CadnaA Software
The use of industry-leading specialist software is a key element in our success. Adrian James Acoustics invests heavily in software and hardware in order to ensure we can offer an outstanding service. Our team of experts use such predictive technology to offer a comprehensive solution to customer demands, building on our wealth of experience and … Read more
Call Centre Assessments
AJA have undertaken a variety of acoustic assessments at call centres in the UK, including those operated by Aviva, Centrica, Vodafone UK and AXA. The principal acoustic challenge faced in call centres is high noise levels (usually as a result of dense population), reverberant conditions and inadequate acoustic screening between desks. While ambient noise levels … Read more
The Future of Recycling?
We all know the importance of recycling, but how can processing plants carry out necessary work whilst keeping noise levels down to a minimum? Adrian James Acoustics was presented with this challenge when we were appointed by Norse Environmental Waste Services to work on the Marsham Composting Facility in North Norfolk. The plant used innovative … Read more
Sound Testing in Southwold
The control of environmental noise may be one of the keys to a better quality of life but it is also an important legal requirement. At Adrian James Acoustics we carry out many different types of noise assessments, usually arising from planning applications or the need to comply with building regulations. In each case, we … Read more