Principal Acoustics and Theatre Consultant Ian Rees presents an introduction to sound insulation testing. Ian demonstrates how to comply with Part E of the Building Regulations, also known as a PCT. What are some of the requirements and conditions for testing?
Duration: 9 minutes
See also: What is a PCT?
Noise assessment for small wind turbines
Ian Rees weighs up the issues around noise from micro-turbines. An increasing demand for renewable energy and rising fuel costs has led to more of these small turbines in locations such as farms.
Duration: 7 minutes
See also: Turbine Testing
Demonstration of CATT-Acoustic
A demonstration of the CATT-Walker real-time auralisation module in CATT-Acoustic software. The module allows the viewer to explore the 3D model in real-time and listen to changes in the acoustic environment around the room.
Duration: 1 minute 18 seconds
See also: CATT-Acoustic software
A time-lapse video showing the installation of a permanent demountable orchestra shell at the Mikhailovsky Theatre in St Petersburg ready for the New Year’s Eve concert performed by the Mikhailovsky Orchestra, with Vasily Petrenko conducting. Adrian James Acoustics undertook the acoustic design and commissioning of the shell.
Duration: 2 minutes
This auralisation demonstrates the dramatic improvement an acoustic ceiling and wall panels make when treating a classroom to the UK’s BB93 standard. The video is courtesy of Acoustic Bulletin, produced by Ecophon in association with Adrian James Acoustics.
Duration: 2 minutes
See also: Educational Buildings
Classroom acoustics and the Essex Study
Company director Adrian James discusses the findings of the Essex Study – a critical study into the importance of classroom acoustics on children’s learning and teacher’s well-being. Recorded at Sound Education, a classroom acoustics seminar held in London in May 2012.
Duration: 23 minutes
See also: Optimised Classroom Acoustics for all
What effect does a good acoustic environment make on both pupils and teachers? In this video, courtesy of Ecophon and the Acoustic Bulletin, learning environment leader Simon Smith explains his work at Sweyne Park School. Four classrooms were tested as part of the Essex County Council study and the difference between treated and untreated rooms is clear.
Duration: 7 minutes
See also: Optimised Classroom Acoustics for all
One of the original co-authors of BB93 Adrian James considers school acoustics. How do the BB93 standards impact on TABS classrooms? Recorded at the Sound Education seminar held in London (June 2013).
Duration: 33 minutes
See also: Designing for excellence
This RIBA-approved resource was created by Shane Cryer at Ecophon and made in consultation with Adrian James and Ian Rees of Adrian James Acoustics in 2020.
Follow this link for access to the video course
Credit: Ecophon
Duration: 25 minutes
See also: Acoustic requirements for special schools
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Adrian James debates whether standards, guidelines and regulations are a help or a hindrance. Speaking at the Ecophon International Acousticians’ Seminar in Bastad, Sweden, the recording was made in October 2015.
Duration: 20 minutes
Andrew Oldridge receives the Education Acoustics Award at the 2019 ANC Awards ceremony. Presented by Maggie Philbin and sponsored by Saint Gobain Ecophon, this was the latest addition to the AJA award cabinet. Andrew’s work on the new music school at King’s College, Wimbledon was part of an outstanding project.
Duration: 1 minute
See also: King’s College School, Wimbledon