Things that go bump in the Night ... or spooky noise pollution.

Things that go bump in the Night ... or spooky noise pollution.

It’s amazing how you can hear things at night that you never hear during the day.

The house structure creaks and groans ... wind noises from outside ...thuds .... noises with no explanation what so ever ... you are haunted by a ghostly noise pollution

Recently I’ve been plagued with just such a kind of noise pollution..

It’s a low frequency, humming noise that varies in pitch. It’s the rise and fall in pitch that keeps me awake.

Putting on the detective hat, I systematically went through the house ... turning off, one by one, anything that could possibly be the source of this mysterious sound.

But to no avail ... after a month ... the sound is still driving me nuts at night and I’m no closer to figuring out what the source of the noise pollution is.

Finally out of desperation I shut down the main circuit breaker in the house. Now absolutely nothing is running that could produce the noise pollution from within the house ... and yet ... it’s still there.

This piece of knowledge led me to the belief that it must be coming from something nearby but not actually in the house.

In my investigation I found out that the neighbor’s house closest to where I hear this noise has an old freezer in the garage, the garage also is the side that’s closest to my house .... hmmm ... could this be the source? Although I’ve yet to confirm this, it’s the most obvious answer for now.

I have also found from past experience that lower frequency sounds can actually use a structure ... such as a wall, as a sounding board.

Standing outside by the wall, you may not hear anything ... but stand on the other side and hum..hum..hum ... noise pollution.

When eliminating the source is not an option there may be other ways to deal with it, such as masking the noise with noise cancelling devices or white noise generators.

Noise masking techniques could be as simple as introducing soft music, a fan or similar device.

If these options are not for you than the old standby of earplugs are probably your best choice.

Let’s face it, sometimes you can’t eliminate the noise pollution ... so your best approach is to try and contain it.

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Reduce Unwanted Footfall & Impact Noise with New Acoustical Floor Underlayment Products

Reduce Unwanted Footfall & Impact Noise with New Acoustical Floor Underlayment Products
By: Donnie Williams

Impacta acoustical floor underlayments are a new line of products that provide floor sound isolation solutions for every condition in multi-family residential design. To meet the specified requirement for impact insulations, different systems are required for various types of flooring systems.

Nothing is more frustrating to new homeowners than to discover that the multi-family home (condo, townhouse or apartment) that they just purchased has loud neighbors upstairs or neighbors below them who complain about the amount of noise coming from above. The biggest compliant in these situations is impact noise, such as footfall noise. Nothing is worse than trying to go to sleep or relax and hearing kids or adults running around above you. With the trend of installing more engineered hardwood, laminate and ceramic tile floors instead of carpeting on the rise, this noise problem is becoming even more common.

Another big compliant is that the neighbors above have always had carpeted floors and there were never any noise problems and everyone got along fine, until they pulled out the carpet and put in engineered hardwood floors. Once a comfort level has been established any change to that level can be seen as very dramatic. Engineered hardwood floors, laminate floors and ceramic tile floors obviously transmit much more sound than carpet, because they are hard solid surfaces.

Within the acoustical industry there have always been floor underlayments to help reduce impact noise. However, Acoustical Solutions is one of the first companies to introduce different underlayments for different flooring systems. The Impacta line of acoustical floor underlayments has been specifically designed to offer maximum sound reduction while maintaining a very low or thin profile, so as to not add extra height to the floor. The Prozorb and Cerazorb, to be used under ceramic tile and engineered hardwood floors, are a synthetic cork underlayment that are mold and mildew resistant, economically priced, lightweight and easy to install. The Redupax system is a totally free-floating underlayment system designed to get "luxury" ratings underneath engineered hardwood and laminate floors. The Superfloor product is a commercial carpet underlayment designed to reduce impact noise and extend the life of the carpet.

Impacta floor underlayment products provide proven field and laboratory-tested solutions for floor build-ups in wood frame, metal pan and concrete construction to meet HUD’s Grade I “luxury” and Grade II impact isolation building requirements.

Impacta floor underlayment systems are locally reacting systems that are installed above wood or concrete slab. Impacta soundproofing floor underlayments are ideal for hotels, condominiums, apartments, office buildings, schools, or any area where footfall noise is a concern.

You can view all four acoustical floor underlayment systems at http://www.acousticalsolutions.com

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Acoustical Solutions, Inc.
Sales and Marketing
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Finding Industrial Strength Solutions For Industrial Strength Noise Pollution

Is noise pollution ringing in your head? Typically when we complain about noise pollution, it involves a congested highway of honking vehicles, or a stereo that our rude neighbors are blasting at insanely late hours at night. However, there’s one type of noise pollution that we seem to address less frequently. That’s workplace noise pollution.

Why do we complain less about workplace noise pollution? That’s probably because noise in the workplace seems natural. We use heavy duty machines to do work, and they make noise. It’s part of the job, right? Well, it’s not that simple. About 3.5 million Australians (about 17% of the population) have experienced some type of permanent hearing loss.

Workplace noise pollution can originate from a wide variety of sources, including machinery, vibrating equipment, traffic, music, and so on. Within time, workplace noise pollution can actually seem normal until the noise halts abruptly. When that happens, it’s possible that you could observe a significant difference in the workplace environment. But it could be too late then.

In fact, noise pollution remains one the largest workplace hazards that are unrecognized. That’s not to say that every Australian worker experiences unhealthy levels of noise pollution. However, workers annually make a substantial number of industrial deafness claims in Australia.

While such hazards often exist in places such as factories, they occur in a broad range of industries, including healthcare and farming. Thus, it’s important to understand the seriousness of noise pollution in the workplace.

Besides the obvious hearing problems that noise pollution can cause, it can cause various other types of physical and psychological stresses. For example, excess noise pollution in the workplace can result in decreased concentration levels. These stresses can subsequently result in various other health problems.

Regardless of the sources of noise pollution in the workplace, it’s vital to minimize the amount, in order to safeguard employees. Not only can such noise impact one’s mind and body, but it can also negatively influence communication in the workplace. And that can create results including lower productivity and accidents.

What are the solutions for excess workplace noise pollution? The law requires Australian companies to adhere to the Code of Practice, which recommends maximum noise levels for Australian work environments. Some of its recommendations for reducing noise pollution in the workplace include:

* Using replacement equipment that produces lower emissions of noise

* Handling sources of excess vibration in engines or machines

* Adding sound-absorbing materials to lower noise emissions

* Using noise-reducing products to lower contact between pieces of metal

* Engaging in necessary lubrication and replacement of bearings

* Verifying that workers correctly install equipment

You should check that the company you work for is adhering to these standards. Although it may be easier to keep quiet now, you may suffer in the long run - long after you've finished employment with the company. The worst thing is that it is you who will have to live with the consequences. And that can mean something as extreme as some permanent hearing loss.

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Dogs and Noise Phobias

Dogs and Noise Phobias
By Kelly Perry

There are several important things that you need to be aware of when you are raising dogs. One of the things that you want to think carefully about is the idea that when you are raising puppies, working with various phobias that they might have is
something that you want to do. Having a puppy that is scared of things can be tough – but there are some ways to prevent it from happening in the first place. And, even if there are noise phobias that develop with you dogs, there are some things that
you can do to get them over those noise phobias before they become a major problem.

Why Is It a Problem?

When you have a dog that has a noise phobia, you might be wondering what the problem with it might be. Well, if your dog is scared of something that is happening each day, like the television or the vacuum, it can really disrupt life as it goes,
and it can make it really hard for you to get anything done. If your dog is scared of the noises that the car makes, it will be difficult to take your dog in the car, and if your dog is frightening of outside noises, your walks are going to be
problematic.

How to Prevent It

There are plenty of ways that you can prevent noise phobias from becoming a problem for you and for your dog. First of all, remember that everything that you want your dog to be used to and to enjoy should be something that they are exposed to right from the start. Therefore, if you want your dog to not be scared of the television or radio, and to be able to hear the vacuum and the car without freaking out, you need to expose them to these things right away. Remember that you want to be sure you are showing your dog everything that you want them to be accustomed to.

This works with other things as well. If you want your dog to wear dog clothes, for example, you should start having them wear the clothes when they are a puppy. This will prevent them from developing a fear or phobia of it, and it will be easier for you to work with your dog on the things that might bother them.

How to Deal With It

If you have a dog that has a noise phobia, you will want to make sure that you are doing several things to help get them over the phobia as soon as possible. The best way to get a dog over a noise phobia is to introduce them to the noise little by little. If they are scared of the vacuum, run the vacuum around them often until they get used to it. Don't kennel them away from the things that scare them, like the television or radio – instead, play those things at a lower volume until they are used to them.

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The Growing Problem of Noise Pollution

The Growing Problem of Noise Pollution
By Beverly Saltonstall

In recent years, people have become more aware of how pollution is affecting our health and well being. Noise pollution, however, is often over looked in our efforts to reduce pollution. This isn't because it isn't as important, it is simply a fact that many people do not think about noise pollution.

It is clear that air pollution causes cancer, and the use of lead has caused serious neurological problems, especially in children. But the effects of noise pollution are not a obvious as these other types of pollution. There is mounting evidence
that noise pollution is a serious health problem for both humans and wildlife. But the effects of noise pollution are not as obvious as these other types of pollution. There is no doubt that efforts to reduce noise pollution help to insure a quiet
and peaceful existence for everyone, and for those who are suffering from the effects of noise pollution, prevention is priceless.

The Role of Technology

The role of technology in the prevention of noise pollution is significant. Technology has allowed the development of products and techniques that have lowered noise levels in many areas. One such example is the construction of noise barriers along highways to reduce the noise from heavy traffic. Another example is the creation of alternated traffic patterns that route traffic out of heavily populated areas.

Technology has also allowed for the development of new building designs that reduce noise levels, quieter combustion engines, and techniques to lower noise levels generated from industrial operations. All of this has made our world a quieter place.

Government Standards

Government regulations are in place that limit the amount of noise that can be generated, thus reducing noise pollution. These regulations are created on all levels of government. Many communities have noise ordinances in place that regulated how much noise can be generated. Often times, there are also regulations on how loud stereo's can be played and how long a dog can bark.

OSHA is a major regulation power for businesses and helps protect workers from noise pollution by regulating the use of safety equipment. One of the regulations is that workers in certain areas must wear hearing protection. Businesses are required to see to it that workers comply with these regulation or the business risks being fined by OSHA.

Why is Noise Pollution Control Important?

The prevention of noise pollution is important to the well being of everyone concerned. Noise pollution is not only an aggravation to some; it can lead to serious health issues in other people. People that are exposed to noise pollution can
often exhibit aggression, panic attacks, elevated blood pressure, loss of hearing, and elevated stress levels. When noise levels are loud and consistent, it can trigger these problem and take their toll on the individuals affected.

Recently, there have been frequent news reports of pirates attacking commercial ships throughout the world. Machines that generate extremely loud noises are being directed at the pirates to disorientate them. This is how powerful an effect noise can have on humans and wildlife.

Conclusion

Noise pollution is certainly not as serious a problem as water and air pollution, but that certainly doesn't make it any less important. Many people are suffering needlessly from noise pollution and it is often more than just a nuisance. It must be
taken as a serious problem and methods of controlling and eliminating noise pollution must be considered.

About the Author: Beverly Saltonstall is an environmental writer who is trying to clean up the planet one person at a time. For a free report on easy steps you can take to prevent pollution, visit, http://pollutionwebsite.com/freereport. Be sure and read her book" Everything you Ever Wanted to Know About Pollution.
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