Sound Masking is the method of adding ambient noise to a space to “drown out” background distractions and conversations, without impairing the ability to communicate. This is often the least understood sound control methodology, since it is counter-intuitive that adding noise into a space may improve the acoustics within. Sound masking works by subtly and […]
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May
May
To understand the best ways to mitigate sound issues and properly identify them, it is critical to have a basic understanding of acoustics. By understanding how we measure and define core acoustical properties, you can diagnose issues and right-size solutions. Below we will cover the simplified Basic Theory of sound: Core Acoustical Properties Core acoustical […]
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Press Release: An Innovative Publication – Architectural Acoustics Practical Handbook Now Available
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Apr
Apr
Tampa, FL – In a time during the COVID crisis when many small businesses are struggling to keep their doors open and their employees paid, some have found the opportunity to thrive in their niche. Walker Peek, founder and CEO of Commercial Acoustics, has recently written and published a unique soundproofing handbook for use by […]
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Apr
Apr
Preface Fundamentals of Architectural Acoustics is designed to provide Architects and Contractors with the tools they need to design and build acoustically‐comfortable and code‐compliant spaces. This Handbook contains core soundproofing & acoustical principles that every building professional should know, derived from a dozen years of engineering analyses, field tests, and assessments. Most of the principles […]
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Mar
Mar
A little over a year ago, the Sazerac Company broke ground on construction for the Sazerac House – a new cocktail and liquor museum located at 500 Canal St in the heart of downtown New Orleans. Known to New Orleans natives as the inventor of the city’s flagship cocktail, the Sazerac Company has been in […]
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Mar
Mar
A local audiologist contacted Commercial Acoustics to assist with sound issues in the hearing booth. Patients weren’t able to focus on hearing tests which could potentially impact their results. The major complaints from patients included: HVAC noise and restaurant noise from next door. Being able to hear technician talking through the glass partition between the […]
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Feb
Feb
A common question we encounter from clients is what to do when expanding on an existing sound masking system in their office space. During remodels or office expansion it’s common to add additional square footage and cubicle space where adjacent offices or storage space were located. In these cases, the speech privacy the sound masking […]
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Feb
Feb
Valencia College in Orlando, FL contacted Commercial Acoustics for the sound issues they were experiencing in their IT lab. Reflective finishes including drywall, polished concrete floors and exposed ceilings made for a very reverberant space. Upon arrival at the satellite location a reverberation test was performed and RT60 was measured to be 1.9 seconds. Even […]
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Feb
Feb
Ebenezer Pentecostal Church consulted Commercial Acoustics regarding their fellowship Hall and Sanctuary reverb issues. Like many churches the fellowship hall was used for special events during which amplified speeches were common. In addition to being used for the congregation the church also rented out the space for local community events. Related: Guidelines for Worship Center […]
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Feb
Feb
The state of Florida Department of Juvenile Justice (FDJJ) reached out to Commercial Acoustics to solve a lingering issue that they have encountered with a number of their properties across the state. In a number of FDJJ detention halls it was determined that the reverberation in the space caused unnecessarily loud environments, which contributed to […]