Plant Noise Study
Map the Noise.
Manage the Risk.
Excessive noise in industrial plants doesn’t just cause discomfort—it creates safety hazards, impacts communication, and invites regulatory penalties.
Memtech Acoustics conducts detailed plant noise studies to identify problem areas, support OSHA compliance, and guide effective sound control strategies.
Memtech Acoustics conducts detailed plant noise studies to identify problem areas, support OSHA compliance, and guide effective sound control strategies.
Why Noise Studies Matter
High noise levels in production facilities affect more than hearing. They disrupt operations, increase turnover, and open your company to liability.
A comprehensive noise survey gives you clarity on the risks and a path to fix them.
Our plant noise studies help you:
A comprehensive noise survey gives you clarity on the risks and a path to fix them.
Our plant noise studies help you:
- Document current sound levels and exposure zones
- Identify root causes of high noise areas
- Develop targeted mitigation strategies
- Comply with OSHA, NIOSH, and state requirements
- Improve workplace safety, focus, and morale
We test both standalone machines and systems integrated into larger production lines or test cells.
Improve workplace safety, focus, and morale
Every survey is tailored to your facility layout, equipment types, and operational concerns. We use calibrated, professional-grade meters and modeling tools to ensure accurate and actionable results.
Our surveys typically include:
Sound Level Mapping
Broad measurement across the facility to create heatmaps of high- and low-noise zones.
Octave Band Analysis
Pinpointing frequency-specific contributors to inform solution type (e.g., absorption vs. barrier).
Source Identification
Targeted measurements near specific machines, processes, or ventilation systems.
Compliance Evaluation
We assess findings against OSHA 1910.95, NIOSH criteria, and local noise ordinances.
Personal Exposure Analysis
Overlay noise levels with shift schedules and worker locations to assess compliance risk.
Deliverables
Full-color noise maps and
zone breakdowns
Executive summary and mitigation priority list
Custom solution recommendations by area or source
Supporting documentation for audits or internal reviews
Our Process
From Study to Strategy
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On-Site Data Collection
We measure during typical operations—no shutdown required. The team documents process conditions, equipment loads, and space usage.
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Recommendations and Planning
We match findings with tailored fixes: enclosures, panels, scheduling changes, and more—ranked by impact and cost-efficiency.
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Initial Consultation
We learn your goals: is this for compliance, complaint resolution, expansion planning, or proactive safety?
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Data Analysis and Mapping
Our engineers process the raw measurements into clear heatmaps, compliance tables, and frequency profiles.
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Optional: Post-Mitigation Verification
We re-test and document improvement after changes are made.
Who Benefits from a Plant Noise Survey?
- Facilities with high employee turnover or low productivity
- Plants facing OSHA citations or noise complaints
- Teams preparing for renovations or expansions
- EHS departments planning hearing conservation programs
- Any company serious about acoustic risk management
Why Choose Memtech Acoustics
Certified and Licensed Professionals
Testing conducted by engineers and acoustic specialists, not general contractors or “safety consultants”.
National Standards Alignment
We follow OSHA 1910.95, NIOSH criteria, and ANSI S12.19-1996 methods for exposure assessment.
Engineering Expertise
Your results are reviewed by professionals who understand both compliance and the physics behind the numbers.
Mitigation-Ready Data
If your site needs acoustic control, we already have the frequency analysis and location-specific insights to design an effective solution.
Confidential & Detailed Reporting
We don’t just drop a spreadsheet. You get full documentation, delivered in easy-to-understand language with visuals and defensible insights you can act on.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is a 'Plant Noise Study'?
A detailed assessment grounded in BS 4142 methodology that measures background and equipment noise, rates the impact, models propagation, and recommends mitigation to meet planning and environmental standards.
Why use BS 4142 for plant assessments?
BS 4142 offers a proven, widely accepted framework to quantify industrial noise impact on nearby sensitive receptors—considering tonal and intermittent sound characteristics.
What equipment do you use for a Plant Noise Study?
We deploy Class 1 sound level meters to capture background and specific noise, then pair them with 3D modeling software to simulate noise dispersion before and after mitigation.
How do you ensure the mitigation design actually works?
We model the solution first, then verify with post-install measurements to confirm the installed mitigation meets the predicted performance and satisfies planning conditions.
What types of mitigation strategies do you recommend?
Options include acoustic screens, enclosures, low-noise equipment selections, operating strategies, and even re-siting or redesign when necessary. Each is quantified for decibel reduction and feasibility.
Can you help us with regulatory authority liaison?
Yes. We provide condition-ready wording, reports, and even optional liaison or presentation support to assist LPAs or Environmental Health Officers.
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