Mecanum provides advanced architectural acoustics services to enhance sound insulation, reverberation control, and speech intelligibility. Whether for new construction or renovation, our team delivers precise diagnostics, simulations, and recommendations based on international standards.
Sound Insulation and Acoustic Control
Effective building acoustics starts with understanding how sound behaves within and between rooms. Our certified methods quantify and improve acoustic performance in:
Sound Transmission Control
We measure and analyze airborne and impact noise using ASTM standards:
✓ ASTC (Apparent Sound Transmission Class): Based on wall/floor transmission loss per ASTM E336 and ASTM E413.
✓ OITC (Outdoor-Indoor Transmission Class): For façade insulation, using ASTM E966 and ASTM E1332.
✓ AIIC (Apparent Impact Insulation Class): Impact noise isolation, per ASTM E1007 and E336.
Diagnostic Tools
✓ Acoustic imaging to locate transmission paths and weak points.
✓ Frequency band analysis to target specific performance issues.
This allows us to recommend tailored solutions for partitions, façades, ceilings, and floor assemblies based on the building’s specific constraints.
Interior Acoustic Optimization
A comfortable indoor environment requires controlling reverberation and ensuring clear speech intelligibility:
✓ RT60: Reverberation time measured per ASTM E2235, adapted for various uses (offices, classrooms, theaters).
✓ SII: Speech Intelligibility Index, per ANSI/ASA S3.5, critical for communication clarity.
✓ NC / RC / RNC: Evaluation of noise criteria (ANSI/ASA S12.2) to assess mechanical noise and ensure acoustic comfort.
Through in-situ testing and acoustic modeling, we provide clear, actionable guidance for material selection and room design.
Integrated Acoustic Design Support
We support your project from concept to execution, working closely with architects and engineers:
✓ Predictive acoustic modeling
✓ Material selection based on mass, stiffness, and damping
✓ System-wide optimization of all architectural components for synergy and compliance
This integrated approach prevents costly retrofits and ensures compliance with building codes and comfort standards.