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Redefining NR Curves: A Mathematical Modelling Approach for BS 8233
Noise Rating (NR) Curves have been a fundamental tool for assessing building services noise in the UK for several decades. Despite their widespread use, the origins of the NR Curves are not well known. Traditionally, they are defined as a series of linear functions across octave bands, typically derived from a table of coefficients. However, there are inconsistencies and errors in their reproduction, including previous versions of BS 8233. This talk will examine the historica
Daniel Goodhand
Nov 132 min read
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Goodhand Acoustics Wins Best Supplier Award!
https://www.constructionexpoawards.co.uk/2023-finalists-winners It's with great pride and excitement that we announce that Goodhand...
Daniel Goodhand
May 15, 20232 min read
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BIM - the Key UK Documents
The timeline of how the UK has adopted BIM to meet challenges in the construction industry. This blog is a quick reference guide.
Daniel Goodhand
Oct 12, 20221 min read
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Building Regulations - Approved Document O - a noise perspective
What is the document? Approved Document O: Overheating mitigation provides requirements for overheating mitigation as part of the...
Daniel Goodhand
Oct 1, 20225 min read
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