Building Academy
Performance Door Design: The Basics of Sound Reduction
Lorient Polyproducts Ltd
Jan 31st 2013, 13:26
About this course
Effective acoustic containment helps to improve the quality of the built environment, preserving privacy as well as excluding unwanted noise. Both a duty of care and regulations (including the recent revision of Approved Document E to the Building Regulations for England & Wales) mean it is essential to be informed of the relevant requirements, and the implications for door assemblies.
The CPD seminar covers:
The nature of sound - examining both airborne and structural transmission of soundRegulatory requirements and British Standards that relate to acoustic performance
Test procedures and interpretation of test reportsEffective design of door assemblies for acoustic performance, including door construction and the influence of sealing systems
Design conflicts between acoustic performance, durability and ease of operation of the doorIndependent accreditation
About this publisher
Lorient has a respected reputation for designing and manufacturing a wide range of door sealing systems, for acoustic, smoke and fire containment.With more than 30 years' experience and accumulated knowledge, Lorient prides itself on offering ground-breaking innovations, underpinned by technical excellence and exceptional quality.
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