Energy & Environmental
Noise Carries.
We Help You Stay Compliant.
Community complaints, compliance risk, and operational constraints all begin with unmanaged sound. Memtech delivers defensible studies and engineered barriers that let your site perform without the blowback.
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Protect Your Operation. Preserve Community Trust.
Industrial operations, from energy production to data infrastructure, are increasingly under scrutiny for the noise they emit beyond their fences. Whether it’s a compressor station, a cryptocurrency mining facility, or a manufacturing site, sustained noise can draw complaints, trigger regulatory penalties, and damage public trust.
At Memtech Acoustics, we specialize in data-driven environmental noise control backed by in-depth site analysis and engineered mitigation strategies. Our approach starts with field-verified sound level measurements, community impact studies, and predictive acoustic modeling.
We tailor every study to the site conditions, regulatory requirements, and project goals, ensuring your data is not just technically accurate but also strategically useful.
At Memtech Acoustics, we specialize in data-driven environmental noise control backed by in-depth site analysis and engineered mitigation strategies. Our approach starts with field-verified sound level measurements, community impact studies, and predictive acoustic modeling.
We tailor every study to the site conditions, regulatory requirements, and project goals, ensuring your data is not just technically accurate but also strategically useful.
Our services range from:
- Baseline noise surveys using ANSI-compliant SLM equipment
- Daytime/nighttime SPL logging for long-term monitoring
- Octave-band and tonal analysis to pinpoint problematic frequencies
- Predictive modeling to forecast noise impacts under various operating scenarios
- Mitigation recommendations that include custom barrier design, equipment shielding, and layout optimization
- Optional legally defensible reporting with calibration logs, and evidentiary support for hearings or enforcement cases
Common Challenges We Help Solve.
Community disturbance and local or state noise ordinance violations
Outdoor Equipment Exceeding Local Ordinance Limits
Construction Noise Near Residential or Public Zones
Uncertainty About Acoustic Impact During Planning or Expansion
Continuous Noise From Power Systems, Compressors, or Chillers
Noise Reflecting Off Nearby Buildings or Walls
Low-frequency or tonal noise issues
Disruption of on-site communication and safety signals
Harmful vibration from rotating or reciprocating machinery
Overbuilt or ineffective legacy sound barriers
Energy & Environmental
Community Noise & Vibration Mitigation
Uncontrolled sound from energy and industrial facilities can quickly escalate into community complaints, regulatory action, and permitting delays. Addressing these issues requires more than generic soundproofing, it demands solutions that are measured, engineered, and defensible.
We apply a systems-engineering methodology to community noise control. Using Class 1 sound level meters, long-term data logging, octave-band and narrow-band frequency analysis, and 3D predictive modeling, we identify how noise and vibration propagate through the environment. This allows us to design targeted interventions, whether barrier walls, enclosures, silencers, or vibration isolation that deliver proven results.
You receive a solution that is engineered for performance, validated by data, and defensible under regulatory review. Beyond reducing noise, our work helps facilities protect their ability to operate, maintain compliance, and build lasting trust with the surrounding community.
We apply a systems-engineering methodology to community noise control. Using Class 1 sound level meters, long-term data logging, octave-band and narrow-band frequency analysis, and 3D predictive modeling, we identify how noise and vibration propagate through the environment. This allows us to design targeted interventions, whether barrier walls, enclosures, silencers, or vibration isolation that deliver proven results.
You receive a solution that is engineered for performance, validated by data, and defensible under regulatory review. Beyond reducing noise, our work helps facilities protect their ability to operate, maintain compliance, and build lasting trust with the surrounding community.
Energy & Environmental
Noise & Vibration Mitigation for Renewable & Gas Facilities
Energy production environments are inherently noisy, but unmanaged noise and vibration can create serious consequences: from regulatory violations and community complaints to equipment fatigue and worker exposure risks.
Memtech specializes in acoustic and vibration mitigation solutions for renewable natural gas (RNG), biogas, shale gas, and conventional gas operations. Our services are engineered for plant reliability, compliance, and long-term performance.
Memtech specializes in acoustic and vibration mitigation solutions for renewable natural gas (RNG), biogas, shale gas, and conventional gas operations. Our services are engineered for plant reliability, compliance, and long-term performance.
We work with:
- Compressor stations
- Power generation units (turbine, reciprocating, or engine-based)
- Blowers, chillers, and fans
- Piping systems and structural vibration sources
- Pump houses and auxiliary equipment pads
- Site perimeter barriers for community noise control
Energy & Environmental
The Importance of Proactive Mitigation
- Protect Your Operating License
Excessive environmental noise is one of the most common reasons for public opposition and enforcement actions in energy projects. - Avoid Equipment Damage from Excessive Vibration
Structural vibration can lead to pipe fatigue, mechanical failure, or misalignment of critical equipment. - Meet Worker Safety and Exposure Standards
OSHA limits on continuous and peak noise exposure are enforceable, and preventable with proper engineering. - Reduce Community Pushback and Political Pressure
Proactive noise control strengthens public perception and minimizes complaints that stall expansion. - Lower Your Long-Term Maintenance Costs
Solving vibration and noise issues at the source prevents premature wear, reduces service frequency, and extends system life.
Energy & Environmental
Reporting You Can Stand Behind
Our documentation is compliance-ready, structured for municipal boards, state regulators, and community stakeholders so you can demonstrate due diligence with confidence.
All assessments and recommendations are developed in alignment with:
- OSHA 29 CFR 1910.95 (occupational noise exposure)
- EPA and state environmental noise regulations
- ISO 1996 (acoustic description and measurement of environmental noise)
- ASTM E90 / E413 (STC) and ASTM C423 (NRC)
- FHWA Noise Abatement Criteria (23 CFR Part 772)
- Local municipal noise ordinances and permitting requirements
Energy & Environmental
Our Capabilities
Our capabilities span the full spectrum of community noise and vibration mitigation. We design and implement custom noise barrier walls, outdoor enclosures, and silencer systems built for long-term durability, often exceeding 20–40 years of service life.
Our team conducts on-site acoustic surveys using both manual spot checks and extended logging to capture daytime and nighttime conditions, supported by octave-band and frequency-specific diagnostics to isolate tonal or low-frequency noise sources. With 3D predictive modeling, we simulate how sound propagates through the environment and evaluate barrier effectiveness before construction begins, ensuring each investment is data-driven and targeted.
Beyond noise, we perform structural vibration analysis and isolation strategies for equipment and foundations, and we provide compliance-ready documentation and expert testimony to support permitting, regulatory hearings, and community engagement.
Our team conducts on-site acoustic surveys using both manual spot checks and extended logging to capture daytime and nighttime conditions, supported by octave-band and frequency-specific diagnostics to isolate tonal or low-frequency noise sources. With 3D predictive modeling, we simulate how sound propagates through the environment and evaluate barrier effectiveness before construction begins, ensuring each investment is data-driven and targeted.
Beyond noise, we perform structural vibration analysis and isolation strategies for equipment and foundations, and we provide compliance-ready documentation and expert testimony to support permitting, regulatory hearings, and community engagement.
Three Ways to Work With Us
Full-Service Implementation
We handle the entire process, from diagnostics and reporting to procurement and installation.
Product Solutions with Expert Support
Looking for a specific product?Explore acoustic panels, vibration mounts, enclosures, and more.
Self-Guided Solutions
Product sheets and specs for self-implementation.
Why Memtech for Environmental Noise
- Engineered at the Source
Root-cause mitigation for compressors, chillers, and rotating equipment. - Acoustic Modeling That Matches Reality
Predictive tools validated by field measurement. - Vibration Control That Protects Equipment
Isolation and damping to safeguard infrastructure. - Regulatory-Ready Reports
Documentation built for permitting, compliance, and public review. - Barrier and Enclosure Design That Works
Not just walls, system-wide acoustic strategies custom-designed and installed for your project. - Built to Withstand the Environment
All materials are weatherproof, corrosion-resistant, and industrial-grade. - Fast Response, Trusted Regionally
Based in Michigan, with service coverage across the Midwest and Great Lakes region. - Solutions That Scale
Whether you operate a single site or multiple facilities, we apply consistent methodology across your footprint. - We Work Proactively, Not Just Reactively
We can help before environmental noise becomes a community issue. - Tiered Assessments
From baseline surveys to full legal-grade analysis.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What types of energy and environmental noise issues do you address?
We mitigate noise from compressors, turbines, pumps, blowers, cooling towers, and Bitcoin/data mining facilities, as well as environmental spillover from industrial plants. We also solve low-frequency hums, tonal noise, and structural vibration that affect both employees and surrounding communities.
How do you measure and assess community noise impact?
We use continuous Class 1 monitoring, octave- and narrow-band frequency analysis, and predictive modeling to capture both workplace exposure and environmental propagation. This allows us to compare results against local ordinances, EPA, FHWA, and ISO 1996 standards for environmental noise.
Can you help with regulatory compliance and permitting?
Yes. We provide compliance-ready reports suitable for OSHA, state environmental agencies, municipal hearings, and permitting processes. Our documentation includes mapped noise contours, predictive modeling, and mitigation recommendations to demonstrate due diligence and compliance.
What mitigation strategies do you use for energy facilities?
Typical strategies include engineered noise barrier walls, equipment enclosures, silenced ventilation systems, vibration isolation, and sound-absorptive treatments. We design solutions to handle heat, weather, vibration, and 24/7 duty cycles common in energy operations.
How quickly can barriers or enclosures be implemented?
Most barriers and modular enclosures are fabricated in 8–12 weeks, depending on materials and finishes. We coordinate closely with vendors and manage installation or shipping logistics to align with project schedules.
How do you handle community noise complaints?
We provide independent noise monitoring, documentation, and expert testimony when needed. By logging data during both daytime and nighttime hours, we can separate plant-related contributions from external noise sources.
What makes Memtech different from other firms?
We deliver turnkey, engineering-first solutions, including measurement, design, build, installation, and validation. Unlike firms that provide only monitoring or only materials, we cover the full scope: identifying the issue, designing the fix, and validating performance with calibrated testing.
Do your solutions stand up to industrial conditions?
Yes. We select materials that are fire-rated, UV-stable, weather-resistant, and vibration-tolerant. Our systems are designed to endure continuous operation and outdoor exposure with lifespans of 20–40+ years.
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