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Industrial Noise & Vibration
Protect your team, reduce liability, and maintain peak performance, without compromising your production schedule.
We Understand What's At Stake
Excessive noise and vibration in industrial facilities impacts safety, productivity, communication, and compliance.
At Memtech Acoustics, we deliver data-driven solutions that target noise at its source, helping manufacturers minimize risk and maintain operational excellence.
At Memtech Acoustics, we deliver data-driven solutions that target noise at its source, helping manufacturers minimize risk and maintain operational excellence.
High sound pressure (or decibel) levels and structure-borne vibration can cause:
- Occupational hearing loss and long-term health effects
- OSHA compliance violations and costly fines
- Reduced employee focus, morale, and productivity
- Difficulties in verbal communication and task execution
- Community noise complaints and legal disputes
- Reputational harm as a poor corporate neighbor
Whether you’re navigating internal exposure concerns or mitigating environmental impact, we bring clarity and control to complex acoustic challenges.
Common Challenges We Solve.
Ensure your facility meets regulatory standards for worker safety and hearing conservation.
Reduce harmful noise levels to protect your team and lower long-term health risks.
Environmental Noise Management
Stay ahead of neighborhood complaints and municipal ordinance violations.
Facility Communication & Productivity
Improve clarity, reduce distractions, and help teams focus.
From runoff testing to anechoic test chambers, we handle complex requirements and certifications.
Industrial & Manufacturing
Proven Engineering Controls for High-Stakes Environments
With decades of experience in supporting production plants, fabrication shops, energy sites, and distribution centers, Memtech Acoustics brings a full-service, collaborative approach that combines:
- On-site diagnostics and sound level mapping to understand the root causes.
- Systems engineering methodology to prevent trial-and-error methods.
- Custom-fabricated enclosures, barriers, silencers, and dampening systems.
- OSHA-compliant noise exposure surveys with certifiable reporting.
- End-to-end project management, from concept to validation.
- Advanced acoustic modeling to simulate solutions before implementation.
Industrial & Manufacturing
Warehousing & Fulfillment Noise & Vibration Mitigation
In large fulfillment centers, conveyor systems, automated material management systems, forklifts, palletizers, and HVAC equipment create a constant noise backdrop that often pushes worker exposure above OSHA’s 85 dBA action level. Add the sheer size of open-bay warehouses, and you have long reverberation times that make communication difficult and cause premature fatigue.
We offer noise exposure testing and mapping, identifying high-exposure zones in production, packing or delivery areas. From there, we design and deliver targeted controls that reduce noise at the source without disrupting workflow.
For new facilities, our team works with general contractors and architects to integrate acoustical considerations into the design. This helps avoid costly retrofits and ensures the building performs as intended from day one.
For existing operations, we offer turnkey programs that combine measurement, design, installation support, and post-install validation.
The result: a safer, more productive environment where workers can focus, supervisors can communicate, and operations meet OSHA standards with documented certification.
We offer noise exposure testing and mapping, identifying high-exposure zones in production, packing or delivery areas. From there, we design and deliver targeted controls that reduce noise at the source without disrupting workflow.
For new facilities, our team works with general contractors and architects to integrate acoustical considerations into the design. This helps avoid costly retrofits and ensures the building performs as intended from day one.
For existing operations, we offer turnkey programs that combine measurement, design, installation support, and post-install validation.
The result: a safer, more productive environment where workers can focus, supervisors can communicate, and operations meet OSHA standards with documented certification.
DESIGN & INSTALL
Integrated Engineering Controls We Deliver
Fully integrated solutions that deliver measurable acoustic performance.
Industrial & Manufacturing
Our Approach to Industrial Noise Control
Every project starts with data: personal dosimetry and area mapping for exposure, octave-band and narrow-band analysis to find the sources, and vibration measurements where structure-borne energy is involved.
We follow the hierarchy of controls and look for the fix at the source first: an enclosure, a silencer, damping, isolation, or a change to the machine itself. When a requested target cannot be met in the space available, we say so early. For SoundOff Signal's anechoic test room, the first request was performance down to 500 Hz. Our analysis showed the room's dimensions could not support it, so we designed to a 700 Hz maximum cutoff, and the finished room qualified from 562 Hz.
We verify the result by measurement. At MACI's compressor test chamber, validation testing found the test stand had not fully bonded to its concrete core. A stiffening plate was added, the chamber was retested, and it met every element of its specification.
We follow the hierarchy of controls and look for the fix at the source first: an enclosure, a silencer, damping, isolation, or a change to the machine itself. When a requested target cannot be met in the space available, we say so early. For SoundOff Signal's anechoic test room, the first request was performance down to 500 Hz. Our analysis showed the room's dimensions could not support it, so we designed to a 700 Hz maximum cutoff, and the finished room qualified from 562 Hz.
We verify the result by measurement. At MACI's compressor test chamber, validation testing found the test stand had not fully bonded to its concrete core. A stiffening plate was added, the chamber was retested, and it met every element of its specification.
Our capabilities:
- Exposure assessment: dosimetry and area noise mapping against OSHA 29 CFR 1910.95 and NIOSH criteria.
- Source diagnostics: frequency analysis that separates tonal sources from broadband noise.
- Engineering controls: enclosures, barriers, silencers, damping and vibration isolation specified for the source.
- Test environments: anechoic rooms, test chambers and in-process test booths.
- Validation: measurement after installation against the original target.
Our Process
2
Site Assessment
Conducting on-site evaluations and comprehensive measurements to identify problem areas.
4
Fabrication & Installation*
Ensuring treatments are implemented effectively and efficiently.
1
Initial Consultation
Understanding your specific acoustic challenges and goals.
3
Design & Material Selection
Developing solutions tailored to your space and needs.
5
Verification & Reporting
Post-installation testing confirms the treatment meets or exceeds performance targets.
*Installation available in select service areas.
Featured Case Study
Noise Exposure Assessment for a Packaging Room
A manufacturer needed to know where its packaging room stood against OSHA noise limits. Memtech Acoustics ran full-shift personal dosimetry and an area noise survey. Time-weighted exposures were below OSHA's 90 dBA permissible exposure limit, but 7 of 10 employees exceeded the 85 dBA action level, which requires a hearing conservation program. Frequency analysis tied the noise to specific sources, so the recommended controls target the sources themselves.
Highlights
- Full-shift personal dosimetry on 10 employees, evaluated against OSHA 29 CFR 1910.95
- Area noise survey with a Class 1 sound level meter mapped levels across the plant floor
- Vacuum-pump tones at 63 and 125 Hz and a likely conveyor bearing issue at 2,500 Hz, separated from broadband weighing noise
- Source controls recommended, including barrier curtains at the pumps and a conveyor repair
Support That Scales With Your Needs
Choose the level of engagement that aligns with your timeline, scope, and in-house expertise.
Full-Service Implementation
Our team oversees the entire process, ensuring professional execution without the hassle of managing multiple vendors or technical details.
End-to-end project oversight, from testing to install
Product sourcing, procurement, and installation
Ongoing support during implementation phase
Post-install validation
Collaborative Deployment
Perfect for teams who have labor available for installations, but need the right materials and expert support.
Site evaluation and testing as needed
Design recommendations and calculations
Material selection guidance and sourcing support
Instructions and assistance with installations
Project timeline coordination with your internal team
Self-Guided Solutions
For projects led and executed by your existing team, such as architects or general contractors.
Product recommendations based on site analysis and project needs
Ordering and delivery of necessary materials (panels, baffles, enclosures, etc.)
Installation instructions included
Support via phone or email for clarification
Let’s Engineer the Right Solution, Together.
Integrated Design & Install Solutions We Deliver
From diagnosis to installation: one responsive and accountable partner.
Acoustic challenges don’t end with recommendations. Memtech Acoustics' Design & Install services combine acoustic consulting, engineering, material procurement, and installation coordination to manage every aspect of noise and vibration control across all your projects.
By integrating each phase, we ensure solutions perform exactly as designed. The result is a smoother project experience, predictable outcomes, and acoustic environments that support customer needs, safety, and long-term reliability.
This integrated delivery model eliminates uncertainty, maintains consistent quality, and gives you confidence that your space will perform as intended.
Acoustic challenges don’t end with recommendations. Memtech Acoustics' Design & Install services combine acoustic consulting, engineering, material procurement, and installation coordination to manage every aspect of noise and vibration control across all your projects.
By integrating each phase, we ensure solutions perform exactly as designed. The result is a smoother project experience, predictable outcomes, and acoustic environments that support customer needs, safety, and long-term reliability.
This integrated delivery model eliminates uncertainty, maintains consistent quality, and gives you confidence that your space will perform as intended.
A Strategic Partner, Not Just a Vendor
We work closely with plant managers, EHS directors, facilities engineers, maintenance leads, and executive stakeholders to align performance objectives with regulatory demands and workforce well-being.
Whether you are looking to reduce operator noise exposure near heavy machinery or address residential complaints from surrounding neighborhoods, Memtech Acoustics helps you lead with confidence. Backed by 25+ years of practice, 2,000+ industrial projects completed nationwide, and 50+ years of combined engineering experience, Memtech Acoustics is trusted by industrial clients including Ford, General Motors, Magna, ABB, and NASA.
Whether you are looking to reduce operator noise exposure near heavy machinery or address residential complaints from surrounding neighborhoods, Memtech Acoustics helps you lead with confidence. Backed by 25+ years of practice, 2,000+ industrial projects completed nationwide, and 50+ years of combined engineering experience, Memtech Acoustics is trusted by industrial clients including Ford, General Motors, Magna, ABB, and NASA.
Our process includes:
- Site measurements and data-driven analysis
- Root-cause identification
- Acoustic modeling and solution simulation
- Tailored solution designs
- Installation (or guided support)
- Final validation with documentation as required for compliance
Contact us to schedule an evaluation and start building an environment where safety, productivity, and reputation can thrive.
Trusted by Industry Leaders
Across the United States, we've partnered with Fortune 500 firms, manufacturers, municipalities, and developers to protect operations, ensure compliance, and restore productivity.
Why Industrial Clients Choose Memtech Acoustics
- Engineered to Reduce Noise using a Cost-Effective Approach
Root-cause solutions, not cosmetic fixes. - Industrial Expertise You Can Trust
Field-tested across many manufacturing sectors. - Compliance Without Compromise
Reduce risk while staying productive. - A Partner Who Speaks Your Language
Clear, technical, and reliable communication. - Solutions That Last
Built to endure heat, vibration, and time. - Full-Service Project Delivery
Reduced complexity, fewer handoffs, smoother outcomes. - Local Accountability. Regional Reach.
Based in Michigan, supporting the Midwest and beyond.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Do your engineering controls impact production uptime?
Memtech Acoustics minimizes disruption rather than eliminating it entirely. Memtech Acoustics plans around your operations and can install engineering controls during scheduled downtime or phased work windows. Solutions such as machine enclosures, barrier walls, damping treatments, and vibration isolation are installation-engineered to keep your production schedule on track.
Can Memtech Acoustics help our facility comply with OSHA noise requirements?
Yes. Memtech Acoustics designs engineering controls that directly address OSHA 29 CFR 1910.95 noise exposure limits, and provides the documentation and reports needed to demonstrate compliance. Memtech Acoustics also supports hearing conservation program requirements at the 85 dBA action level, including dosimetry, audiometric testing coordination, and employee training.
Can Memtech Acoustics help if we have already received a noise complaint or citation?
Yes. Memtech Acoustics provides urgent on-site assessments and acts quickly to develop and implement mitigation strategies. When a complaint or OSHA citation is already in hand, Memtech Acoustics prioritizes diagnostic measurement, root-cause identification, and engineering controls that can be installed on an accelerated timeline to restore compliance.
What kinds of industrial noise and vibration issues does Memtech Acoustics solve?
Memtech Acoustics addresses virtually all industrial noise and vibration challenges including OSHA 1910.95 noise exposure compliance, structural vibration from heavy machinery, process-related tonal noise, reverberation in large production areas, and environmental noise complaints from surrounding communities. Memtech Acoustics engineers solutions for production plants, fabrication shops, energy sites, warehouses, and distribution centers.
How does Memtech Acoustics measure industrial noise and vibration?
Memtech Acoustics uses professional vibro-acoustic instrumentation to capture both employee noise exposure and equipment-specific vibration profiles. Measurement data is analyzed against OSHA 29 CFR 1910.95, NIOSH Recommended Exposure Limits, and ANSI S12 standards to identify risks and design targeted engineering controls. Dosimetry, octave-band analysis, narrow-band frequency diagnostics, and vibration spectral analysis are all part of the standard assessment.
Can Memtech Acoustics solve tonal or frequency-specific noise such as hums, whines, or buzzes?
Yes. Memtech Acoustics uses diagnostics to isolate tonal noise sources and designs frequency-specific engineering controls, which are often more effective than generic broadband treatments. Tonal mitigation can include resonator-tuned silencers, targeted damping, enclosures, and vibration isolators.
Does Memtech Acoustics provide vibration control in addition to noise control?
Yes. Memtech Acoustics engineers vibration control as a distinct discipline alongside noise control, including isolation mounts, damping systems, floating floors, and structural modifications that reduce vibration transfer into floors, walls, and connected equipment. Vibration control is often essential in precision manufacturing, metrology labs, semiconductor facilities, and any site where structure-borne noise creates secondary airborne noise issues.
What are engineering controls for industrial noise?
Engineering controls are physical modifications to equipment, workspaces, or processes that reduce noise at the source rather than relying on hearing protection or administrative policies. Examples include acoustic enclosures around noisy machinery, duct silencers, sound-absorbing panels, vibration isolators, and equipment substitution with quieter alternatives. Under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.95 and the NIOSH hierarchy of controls, engineering controls are the preferred method for reducing worker noise exposure. Memtech Acoustics designs and installs engineering controls tailored to each facility and noise source.
How does the OSHA hierarchy of controls apply to noise exposure?
The OSHA hierarchy of controls ranks noise mitigation methods from most to least effective: elimination of the noise source, substitution with quieter equipment, engineering controls to reduce noise at the source, administrative controls such as rotation and exposure-time limits, and personal protective equipment (hearing protection) as the last line of defense. OSHA 29 CFR 1910.95 requires that feasible engineering and administrative controls be used whenever they would reduce sound levels below the permissible exposure limit. Memtech Acoustics focuses on the engineering-controls tier, which delivers permanent noise reduction that does not depend on worker behavior.
How much does industrial noise control cost?
Industrial noise control costs vary significantly by scope, facility size, and noise source. Memtech Acoustics provides detailed proposals after an on-site assessment so pricing reflects your specific noise sources, exposure levels, and compliance targets. Contact us using our contact form, or call us directly at (248) 289-1123.
Let’s Engineer the Right Solution, Together.
For Operations Leadership
Defensible Data From Testing Through Installed Controls
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.95 sets the permissible exposure limit, and the money you spend to meet it has to prove it worked. Memtech measures the TWA, engineers the insertion loss, and delivers a quantified report that holds up in front of a regulator, a customer, or your own board.
- Worker hearing, company liability, and a customer contract or permit all ride on the result.
- One accountable partner runs the full loop, from exposure testing to installed controls, no vendor handoffs.
- We produce measurable, defensible results on projects where other providers could not deliver the numbers.
Bring us the spec and the deadline. Contact Memtech to scope an assessment that produces numbers you can defend.
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