How different countries tackle noise pollution
Ever since the Big Bang, noise pollution on our planet has escalated. With World Health Day on the horizon we take a look at how the problem is handled around the globe.
Teaching the younger generation about noise
Attending concerts, raving at festivals and continuously listening to music through headphones is how most people in the UK spend their teenage years. Their lives are centred around loud noise which begs the question – are we doing enough to educate them about the dangers of noise pollution?
The science behind sound
We all know that noise pollution is a problem (have a read of the blogs on our website to find out more) but what is the science behind it? To mark British Science Week we have done some scientific research to find out more about noise levels and how loud noise can cause more than just a headache.
Airport expansions plays havoc with our hearing
It was recently revealed that every UK airport has plans to expand and many are hoping they will be able to double the amount of passenger numbers by 2030. But how does this affect us? Here we discuss how an increase in flights coming in and out of the UK could impact our health.
How loud is too loud?
Noise is a constant part of our lives but constant exposure to loud noises can be dangerous to our health. But how do we know when the sound levels become too high? Here we explain just how loud common sounds can be and at what level it can begin to cause damage.
Planning an event? Don’t let the noise get out of hand
Events can cause a headache – and not just with the amount of organisation it takes to put one on. They can also result in a lot of noise pollution and this can create problems for you, as the organiser – and all those people subjected to the racket. When planning a large-scale event, consider the noise implications to avoid getting complaints.
Cities that never sleep, because they can’t
Noise pollution is a constant – a background hum, an irritating buzz, a deadly concoction of sounds causing all kinds of medical problems for people who have become accustomed to it. Here, we look at some of the world’s loudest cities – and ways you can seek a bit of peace and quiet amid the melee.
More disturbing than the dawn chorus
New research has shown that birds exhibit symptoms of PTSD as a result of prolonged exposure to loud noise. Birds, much like humans, need some peace and quiet from time to time. We are able to go home, shut the door and with it the noisy world outside. But for bluebirds living in nesting sites in northern New Mexico, there is no escape
Noise experts shortlisted for top industry award
A market leader in noise reduction solutions has been shortlisted for a top industry award this week. Echo Barrier, based in Bury St Edmunds, has been selected by the judges as a finalist in the Equipment Supplier of the Year category of the 2018 Construction News Specialists Awards, the only national awards that recognises the best specialist contractors from across the UK.
Noise experts launch new portfolio of products to the market
We are thrilled to announce the launch of six new products into the market. Using a new and improved acoustic foam, the new range of products have better noise reduction performance than their predecessor the Echo H2, they are lightweight and are also more adaptable for a bigger range of work sites.
