The. At the end of this program, participants will be able to: frame design

Size: px
Start display at page:

Download "The. At the end of this program, participants will be able to: frame design"

Transcription

1 Urban

2 Market Rate? Entry Level? Acoustical Expectations Evaluate the acoustical impact of ICC Building Code vs. Residential Expectations Develop cost effective / acoustically centric space planning ideas for wood Develop cost effective / acoustically centric space planning ideas for wood frame design Produce practical and constructible acoustical isolation detailing for wood frame design frame design Identify common acoustical compromises during construction Luxury? Slide 7 Ͳ Ͳ Ͳ Ͳ At the end of this program, participants will be able to: Learning ea g Object Objectives es Entry Level Hou STC 50 / IIC Market Rate Ho STC 55 / IIC Luxury Rate Ho STC 60+ / II -- IIC 60+ with wood NOTE THIS IS NOT A CODE, IT HAS BECOME the HUD Rules of Thu The The Buildi Buildi Urban A Urban A

3 Sound Ratings at Adjacencies HUD 1974 ICC G Guidelin STILL NOT A CODE, EVEN WORST FROM WHAT APPEARS TO BE A RESEARCH Acceptable Performance Grade B Performance 55 / 52 (Laboratory / Field) Airborne STC / NNIC Impact IIC / NISR Land Use Compatibility For Community Noise Exterior to I Land Use Category Single Family Exterior Day/Night Noise Levels (Ldn, dba) Multi Family Motel, Hotels Outside Use Normally Acceptable Conditionally Acceptable Normally Unacceptable Clearly Unacceptable

4 Mixed Use Buffalo Wild Wings Criteria Residential to Residential Retail to Residentialto Residential Sealed Windows Air Changes Per Hour Impact Isolation Wood Construction Commercial to R BEFORE GET Commercial to Residential Not Addressed by Building Code - Implied at 45 dba /Ldn (Interior Noise Criterion) - Enforced as Nuisance Complaints Urban Ac Vocabu

5 Terms (They Have Changed!) Urban Acoustics NR Sound Impact dba STC IIC Ldn FSTC FIIC CNEL ASTC AIIC NIC OITC NISR NNIC Urban Acoustics Acoustical Wall Systems Acoustical Detailing Walls are Full Height (Deck to Deck) Insulated (Unfaced Batt) In all Stud or Joist Cavities Sealed Air Tight Floor Sheeting Is Glued and Screwed

6 Wall Progression Wall Progre STC 34 STC 38 STC 45 STC 50 STC 63 Metal Channels Hat Channels Are Not Acoustical Channels Resilient Channels Are Acoustical Channels Slide 24

7 Puck Resilient Isolator Lot Line W Lot Line Wall Urban Ac Acoust Floor / Ceiling

8 Floor Systems Floor Syst STC 37 STC 43 Floor Systems Floor Systems T Gypcrete or Light Weigh Concrete STC 49

9 Floor Systems Floor Syst STC 56 STC 62 Floor Systems Floor Syst Batt insulation not show for clarity Batt insulation not show for clarity

10 Floor Systems Floor Syst Batt insulation not show for clarity Batt insulation not show for clarity Impact Noise Impact Iso Impact noise changes as it Impact noise is best contr

11 Effects of Floor Covering Urban Ac Leaks Doors an IIC 73 IIC 64 IIC 56 IIC 43 IIC 32 Batt insulation not show for clarity STC 56 Air Tight Leaks: Where air can flow......so will sound. Slide 43

12 Insulation Urban Ac Other Issues to to Fiber Board Acoustical Fiction! Trapped Channel Acoustical F

13 Plumbing Isolation Slide 50 Slide 51

14 Credits California Noise Control Office Green Book (out of print) PAC International, Inc. (Risc 1 Isolator) intl.com/ USG Acoustics Collection of STC test reports (out Gyp Crete of print) Ceramic Tile Institute of America EPA Multifamily housing (out of print) EPA Levels document (out of print) of USG Handbook for Gypsum Board Installation ICC G Guideline for Acoustics Clark Dietrich Metal Framing Homasote National Gypsum Company The National Council of Acoustical Consultants of Consultants Thorburn Associates Inc.com/ Mullins Acoustics Lilly Acoustics WoodWorks.org This concludes The American Institute of Architects Continuing te ing Education Systems Course T Urban Acoustics Thank You!!! Steve(n) Thorburn, PE, LEED AP sjt@ta Inc.com com

Design Professionals. Acoustics

Design Professionals. Acoustics Urban Acoustics Acoustics Room Acoustics Sound Isolation Mechanical Noise Vibration Isolation Environmental Noise Design Professionals Technology Audio Video Systems Telepresence Sound Masking/Paging Structured

More information

Design Professionals. Urban Acoustics. Acoustics. Lighting Design Fixture Layout Fixture Specification Controls Daylighting

Design Professionals. Urban Acoustics. Acoustics. Lighting Design Fixture Layout Fixture Specification Controls Daylighting Urban Acoustics Urban Acoustics Presented By: y Design Professionals Acoustics Technology Lighting Room Acoustics Room Acoustics Sound Isolation Mechanical Noise Vibration Isolation Environmental Noise

More information

Urban Acoustics HORBURN ASSOCIATES ACOUSTICAL, TECHNOLOGY, AND LIGHTING DESIGN. Steve(n) Thorburn, PE, LEED AP, CTS-I, CTS-D

Urban Acoustics HORBURN ASSOCIATES ACOUSTICAL, TECHNOLOGY, AND LIGHTING DESIGN. Steve(n) Thorburn, PE, LEED AP, CTS-I, CTS-D Urban Acoustics HORBURN ASSOCIATES ACOUSTICAL, TECHNOLOGY, AND LIGHTING DESIGN Steve(n) Thorburn, PE, LEED AP, CTS-I, CTS-D SJT@TA-Inc.com Disclaimer: This presentation was developed by a third party and

More information

Wood and Acoustics. The Acoustical Impact of Mixed Use Projects on Multi-Family Housing. Has Your Firm Been Sued Yet!

Wood and Acoustics. The Acoustical Impact of Mixed Use Projects on Multi-Family Housing. Has Your Firm Been Sued Yet! Wood and Acoustics The Acoustical Impact of Mixed Use Projects on Multi-Family Housing or Has Your Firm Been Sued Yet! Presented by: Thorburn Associates Inc. Steven J. Thorburn, PE, LEED-AP SJT@TA-Inc.com

More information

Soundproofing of Wood-frame buildings

Soundproofing of Wood-frame buildings Soundproofing of Wood-frame buildings Learning objectives Basic Acoustic Principles and Definitions Impact and Airborne sounds in light wood-frame buildings Means of soundproofing light wood-frame buildings

More information

RSIC-1 THE REVOLUTION IN NOISE CONTROL

RSIC-1 THE REVOLUTION IN NOISE CONTROL RSIC-1 THE REVOLUTION IN NOISE CONTROL CHECK OUR WEBSITE FOR THE NEWEST INFORMATION AND ADDITIONS TO OUR PRODUCT LINE VER 0604 OVER 150 DESIGNS WE DON T BUILD BUILDINGS - WE MAKE THEM QUIET RSIC-1 wall

More information

Acoustical Engineering Solutions

Acoustical Engineering Solutions Acoustical Engineering Solutions Noise & Vibration Control in Wood Framed, Residential Structures By Scott Harvey, PE, INCE Bd. Cert. Phoenix Noise & Vibration Frederick, Maryland Copyright Materials This

More information

Sound Attenuation. Slide 1 of 48. PAC International Inc START

Sound Attenuation.   Slide 1 of 48. PAC International Inc START Sound Attenuation START www.pac-intl.com Slide 1 of 48 Sound Attenuation PAC International 7310 Smoke Ranch Rd Suite "E" Las Vegas, NV. 89128 Course Number: XXXXXX Learning Units: 1.00 PAC International

More information

RSIC THE REVOLUTION IN NOISE CONTROL

RSIC THE REVOLUTION IN NOISE CONTROL RSIC THE REVOLUTION IN NOISE CONTROL CHECK OUR WEBSITE FOR THE NEWEST INFORMATION AND ADDITIONS TO OUR PRODUCT LINE VER 01-15 OVER 150 OPTIONS WE DON T BUILD BUILDINGS - WE MAKE THEM QUIET THE RSIC-1 SOUND

More information

Acoustical Engineering Solutions.

Acoustical Engineering Solutions. Acoustical Engineering Solutions. Meeting IBC Acoustical Requirements for Multifamily Construction By Scott Harvey, PE, INCE Bd. Cert. Phoenix Noise & Vibration Frederick, Maryland Copyright Materials

More information

LEED for Homes Approved ID Request:

LEED for Homes Approved ID Request: LEED for Homes Approved ID Request: Introduction The following is an Innovative Design Request (IDR) that has been approved for broader use in for the LEED for Homes program. This credit should not be

More information

Results of FIIC and FSTC Measurements at Harvard Estates

Results of FIIC and FSTC Measurements at Harvard Estates Harvard Estates FIIC and FSTC Tests STEWART AIT ALLAOUA PERKINS 6042 Seaview Ave. NW, Suite 102 Seattle, WA 98107 Phone: (206) 839-0819 Fax: (206) 839-0824 January 21, 2005 Charles Strazzara, AIA Studio

More information

Presented By: Jim O Neill. Acoustics

Presented By: Jim O Neill. Acoustics Presented By: Jim O Neill Acoustics Topics STC and IIC 101 Sound in floors Sound in walls Noise In Multifamily Measurements of Noise Two ASTM Standards STC Sound Transmission Classification Measurement

More information

RESILIENT SOUND ISOLATION CLIPS

RESILIENT SOUND ISOLATION CLIPS RESILIENT SOUND ISOLATION CLIPS For Wall & Floor Ceiling Assemblies RSIC-1 Resilient Sound Isolation Clip Isolation Clip RSIC-1 Isolation Clip Soundproofing Products SonexTM Ceiling & Wall Panels Sound

More information

ARCHITECTURAL AND STRUCTURAL NOISE CONTROL SOLUTIONS

ARCHITECTURAL AND STRUCTURAL NOISE CONTROL SOLUTIONS 13080/KIN BuyLine 1062 Providing solutions to common noise and vibration problems since 1958. ARCHITECTURAL AND STRUCTURAL NOISE CONTROL SOLUTIONS IIC 51 STC 72 FLOOR/CEILING STC 84 IIC 70 FLOOR/CEILING

More information

Introduction to Acoustics:

Introduction to Acoustics: Introduction to Acoustics: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Sound Level Meter Samantha Rawlings, LEED AP BD+C For IFMA New Mexico 07.14.2015 Veneklasen Associates INTRODUCTION Consultants in

More information

Identifying impacts of amplified sound in commercial spaces below residences in mixed-use buildings

Identifying impacts of amplified sound in commercial spaces below residences in mixed-use buildings Identifying impacts of amplified sound in commercial spaces below residences in mixed-use buildings Tyler Adams a) Mei Wu b) Mei Wu Acoustics 3 Twin Dolphin Drive, Suite 190, Redwood City, CA 94065-1516

More information

HACKER SOUND MAT II, to create a quieter living environment while meeting demanding project specifications in multi-family construction.

HACKER SOUND MAT II, to create a quieter living environment while meeting demanding project specifications in multi-family construction. HACKER SOUND MAT II HACKER SOUND MAT II, to create a quieter living environment while meeting demanding project specifications in multi-family construction. HACKER SOUND MAT II, a recycled rubber sound

More information

SUGGESTED COST-EFFECTIVE COLD-FORMED STEEL FIRE AND ACOUSTIC-RATED WALL AND FLOOR/ CEILING ASSEMBLIES FOR MULTI-UNIT STRUCTURES

SUGGESTED COST-EFFECTIVE COLD-FORMED STEEL FIRE AND ACOUSTIC-RATED WALL AND FLOOR/ CEILING ASSEMBLIES FOR MULTI-UNIT STRUCTURES TECHNICAL NOTE On Cold-Formed Steel Construction 1201 15th Street, NW, Suite 320 W ashington, DC 20005 (202) 785-2022 $5.00 SUGGESTED COST-EFFECTIVE COLD-FORMED STEEL FIRE AND ACOUSTIC-RATED WALL AND FLOOR/

More information

SECTION 4 - NOISE INTRODUCTION

SECTION 4 - NOISE INTRODUCTION SECTION 4 - NOISE INTRODUCTION The Noise Element of the General Plan is a planning document, which is intended to provide a policy framework within which potential noise impacts may be addressed in the

More information

WILSON IHRIG & ASSOCIATES ACOUSTICAL AND VIBRATION CONSULTANTS

WILSON IHRIG & ASSOCIATES ACOUSTICAL AND VIBRATION CONSULTANTS WILSON IHRIG & ASSOCIATES ACOUSTICAL AND VIBRATION CONSULTANTS CALIFORNIA NEW YORK WASHINGTON 6001 SHELLMOUND STREET SUITE 400 EMERYVILLE, CA 94608 Te l : 510-658-6719 Fax: 510-652-4441 w w w. w i a i.

More information

Flanking Transmission at Joints in Multi-Family Dwellings. Phase 1: Effects of Fire Stops at Floor/Wall Intersections

Flanking Transmission at Joints in Multi-Family Dwellings. Phase 1: Effects of Fire Stops at Floor/Wall Intersections Flanking Transmission at Joints in Multi-Family Dwellings. Phase 1: Effects of Fire Stops at Floor/Wall Intersections Nightingale, T.R.T. and Halliwell, R.E. IRC-IR-754 www.nrc.ca/irc/ircpubs Flanking

More information

Acoustics and Mass Timber: Room-to-Room Noise Control

Acoustics and Mass Timber: Room-to-Room Noise Control Acoustics and Mass Timber: Room-to-Room Noise Control Richard McLain, PE, SE Senior Technical Director WoodWorks Photo: Corey Gaffer courtesy Perkins + Will T3 Minneapolis Architect: MGA Michael Green

More information

FIRM-FILL SCM-400 can be installed under a FIRM-FILL Gypsum Concrete Floor Underlayment to produce an exceptional vibration isolation floor system.

FIRM-FILL SCM-400 can be installed under a FIRM-FILL Gypsum Concrete Floor Underlayment to produce an exceptional vibration isolation floor system. Specify FILL SCM-400 for additional impact noise control when a thicker sound mat is needed. It helps achieve higher delta numbers than thinner mats. FILL SCM-400 is a cost-effective way to address Impact

More information

3.1 Noise Overlay District

3.1 Noise Overlay District 3.1 A. Purpose The purpose of this District is to establish a Noise Overlay Zoning District within the. B. Special Definitions As used in this Article only, the following terms shall be defined as set

More information

The Optimal Solution for MidFloor Applications

The Optimal Solution for MidFloor Applications The Optimal Solution for MidFloor Applications OPTIMA MidFloor Fire Protection Acoustic Performance Easier Install Premium Blow-in Insulation System Installing OPTIMA in midfloor applications provides

More information

RC CHANNEL ACOUSTIC ASSEMBLY

RC CHANNEL ACOUSTIC ASSEMBLY RC CHANNEL ACOUSTIC ASSEMBLY FLOOR/CEILING ASSEMBLY DIRECT FIX TO TJI DSA TJI rc channel FSTC 53 FIIC 44 PAC INTERNATIONAL CONSTRUCTION * Hardwood Flooring * 1/2" Plywood Fire resistance ratings * 1-1/2"

More information

RC-1 BOOST SECTION MANUFACATURED SOUND AND VIBRATION CONTROL COMPONENTS PART 1 - GENERAL

RC-1 BOOST SECTION MANUFACATURED SOUND AND VIBRATION CONTROL COMPONENTS PART 1 - GENERAL SECTION 134813 MANUFACATURED SOUND AND VIBRATION CONTROL COMPONENTS PART 1 - GENERAL 1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions

More information

Build higher and faster with FIRM-FILL CMD (corrugated steel deck) from Hacker Industries, Inc., the leader in pourable floor underlayments.

Build higher and faster with FIRM-FILL CMD (corrugated steel deck) from Hacker Industries, Inc., the leader in pourable floor underlayments. Build higher and faster with FIRM-FILL CMD (corrugated steel deck) from Hacker Industries, Inc., the leader in pourable floor underlayments. Designed for use in multi-family, commercial and institutional

More information

ACOUSTIC ASSESSMENT OF TRAFFIC NOISE IMPACTS ON THE PROPOSED AVALON CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

ACOUSTIC ASSESSMENT OF TRAFFIC NOISE IMPACTS ON THE PROPOSED AVALON CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ottawa Ontario Canada ACOUSTIC ASSESSMENT OF TRAFFIC NOISE IMPACTS ON THE PROPOSED AVALON CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CITY OF OTTAWA Prepared for Bryden Martel Architects Inc. Prepared by Hugh Williamson

More information

Product Guide Specification

Product Guide Specification PAC International, Inc. January 2004 PO Box 5369 Aloha, Oregon 97006 Toll Free (866) RSIC-100 (866) 774-2100 PAC Phone (503) 649-7700 Fax (503) 649-2710 INTERNATIONAL Inc. Web Site www.pac-intl.com E-Mail

More information

Product Guide Specification

Product Guide Specification PAC International, Inc. December 2007 Las Vegas, NV 89128 Toll Free (866) RSIC-100 (866) 774-2100 Fax (866) 649-2710 Web Site www.pac-intl.com E-Mail info@pac-intl.com Product Guide Specification Specifier

More information

FLOOR CEILING ASSEMBLY

FLOOR CEILING ASSEMBLY FLOOR CEILING ASSEMBLY DIRECT FIX TO SOLID WOOD JOIST FCWT RAL IN09-012 Toll Free (866) 774-2100 WWW.PAC-INTL.COM Fire Resistance Ratings CONSTRUCTION 3/8" HARDWOOD FLOORING VAPOR BARRIER 3/4 LT WT CONCRETE

More information

FIRM-FILL is Hacker Industries, Inc. s underlayment solution over plywood or OSB subfloors in apartments, condos, hotels and motels.

FIRM-FILL is Hacker Industries, Inc. s underlayment solution over plywood or OSB subfloors in apartments, condos, hotels and motels. FIRM-FILL 2010+ is Hacker Industries, Inc. s underlayment solution over plywood or OSB subfloors in apartments, condos, hotels and motels. FIRM-FILL 2010+ produces the hardest, smoothest surface for finished

More information

Building Envelope

Building Envelope 9.36.2. Building Envelope Module 2 BCBC 9.36. 2014 1 Richard Kadulski Architect 9.36.2. Building Envelope Focus is on total building performance, not just thermal insulation Heat transfer and air leakage

More information

Installation Guide and Safety Manual Resilmount A237R (Resilient Sound Isolation Clips)

Installation Guide and Safety Manual Resilmount A237R (Resilient Sound Isolation Clips) Installation Guide and Safety Manual Resilmount A237R (Resilient Sound Isolation Clips) 3" RESILMOUNT A237R SPECIFICATIONS 1d " f" Width...1.375 inch Height...3.25 inch Depth...1.125 inch Weight....025

More information

FIRE & SOUND MANUAL ARCHITECT VERSION 4.16

FIRE & SOUND MANUAL ARCHITECT VERSION 4.16 4.16 FIRE & SOUND MANUAL ARCHITECT VERSION NOTE REGARDING CANADIAN PROJECTS: Canada accepts all UL Fire Designs listed in this manual. For additional information on Canadian Fire Designs, refer to page

More information

Canadian Wood Council G063. Acoustic Considerations for Wood Frame Construction

Canadian Wood Council G063. Acoustic Considerations for Wood Frame Construction Canadian Wood Council G063 Acoustic Considerations for Wood Frame Construction Russ Lewis, M.Eng., P.Eng. Senior Consultant / Principal Rowan Williams Davies & Irwin Inc. February 4, 2016 Credit(s) earned

More information

FIRE & SOUND MANUAL ARCHITECT VERSION 6.17

FIRE & SOUND MANUAL ARCHITECT VERSION 6.17 6.17 FIRE & SOUND MANUAL ARCHITECT VERSION NOTE REGARDING CANADIAN PROJECTS: Canada accepts all UL Fire Designs listed in this manual. For additional information on Canadian Fire Designs, refer to page

More information

Quantitative comparisons of resilient channel design and installation in single wood stud walls

Quantitative comparisons of resilient channel design and installation in single wood stud walls Proceedings of 20 th International Congress on Acoustics, ICA 2010 23-27 August 2010, Sydney, Australia Quantitative comparisons of resilient channel design and installation in single wood stud walls John

More information

CertaPro Thermal FSK-25 Faced Batts

CertaPro Thermal FSK-25 Faced Batts CertaPro Thermal FSK-25 Faced Batts ASTM C 553, Type I ASTM C 665, Type III, Class A, Category 1 New York City MEA 19-80-M Light-density fiber glass batts with a foil scrim kraft (FSK) fire resistant vapor

More information

RSIC ACOUSTIC ASSEMBLY

RSIC ACOUSTIC ASSEMBLY RSIC ACOUSTIC ASSEMBLY FLOOR CEILING ASSEMBLY DIRECT FIX TO SOLID WOOD JOIST FCWT RAL IN08-016 CONSTRUCTION Sheet Vinyl 1/2 Wood Underlayment 5/8 Plywood Subfloor (*L513 3/4 Ply) 2" X 10" Solid Wood Joist

More information

Noise and Vibration Control in Wood-Framed, Multi-Family Buildings

Noise and Vibration Control in Wood-Framed, Multi-Family Buildings Noise and Vibration Control in Wood-Framed, Multi-Family Buildings Presented by Scott Harvey, PE, INCE Bd. Cert. Disclaimer: This presentation was developed by a third party and is not funded by WoodWorks

More information

City of High Point Airport Overlay District Noise Level Reduction Design Standards

City of High Point Airport Overlay District Noise Level Reduction Design Standards City of High Point Airport Overlay District Noise Level Reduction Design Standards Part A. Residential Design Standards for Zone 3 I. NOISE LEVEL REDUCTION (NLR) REQUIREMENT FOR ZONE 3. The City of High

More information

Floor SoundprooFIng Made Simple

Floor SoundprooFIng Made Simple Floor SoundprooFIng Made Simple THE PERFECT SOLUTION FOR Luxury RENOVATION PROJECTS Any Finished Floor Double Plywood Floated Subfloor Original Subfloor Insulation Wood Joists Any Finished Floor Double

More information

Standard Practice for Architectural Application and Installation of Operable Partitions 1

Standard Practice for Architectural Application and Installation of Operable Partitions 1 Designation: 93 Standard Practice for Architectural Application and Installation of Operable Partitions 1 This standard is issued under the fixed designation ; the number immediately following the designation

More information

Sound Insulation of Residences and Other Buildings Exposed to Aircraft Noise

Sound Insulation of Residences and Other Buildings Exposed to Aircraft Noise Sound Insulation of Residences and Other Buildings Exposed to Aircraft Noise A quick guide to best practices and tools for planning sound insulation projects Prepared By: This brochure is not a definitive

More information

SECTION GYPSUM BOARD SYSTEM

SECTION GYPSUM BOARD SYSTEM PART 1 GENERAL 1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS SECTION 09 29 00 GYPSUM BOARD SYSTEM A. Drawings and general provisions of Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 1 specification sections,

More information

Noise Impact Study for Hyatt House in Davis, California

Noise Impact Study for Hyatt House in Davis, California Noise Impact Study for Hyatt House in Davis, California Prepared for The HR Group Architects 2277 Fair Oaks Boulevard, Studio 220 Sacramento, CA 95825 Prepared by Brian R. Smith, Principal INCE Board Certified

More information

RSIC ACOUSTIC ASSEMBLY

RSIC ACOUSTIC ASSEMBLY RSIC ACOUSTIC ASSEMBLY FLOOR CEILING ASSEMBLY DIRECT FIX TO WOOD OPEN WEB TRUSS TFCSW RAL IN09-045 STC 56 IIC 73 CONSTRUCTION Carpet and Pad 3/4 T&G OSB Subfloor 11-1/4" Deep Open Web Truss @ 24" OC R-11

More information

Sound Control Solutions in Floor/Ceiling Assemblies

Sound Control Solutions in Floor/Ceiling Assemblies Sound Control Solutions in Floor/Ceiling Assemblies Controlling sound becomes more important every day. At SAMfloors, it is our mission to provide elegant, functional sound control solutions to meet the

More information

DIVISION: FINISHES SECTION: ACOUSTIC TREATMENT REPORT HOLDER: HOMASOTE COMPANY

DIVISION: FINISHES SECTION: ACOUSTIC TREATMENT REPORT HOLDER: HOMASOTE COMPANY 0 Most Widely Accepted and Trusted ICC ES Evaluation Report ICC ES 000 (800) 423 6587 (562) 699 0543 www.icc es.org ESR 1374 Reissued 06/2017 This report is subject to renewal 06/2018. DIVISION: 09 00

More information

The simplified method versus the detailed method of calculating flanking sound transmission through walls with linings

The simplified method versus the detailed method of calculating flanking sound transmission through walls with linings PROCEEDINGS of the 22 nd International Congress on Acoustics Challenges and Solutions in Acoustical Measurements and Design: Paper ICA2016-50 The simplified method versus the detailed method of calculating

More information

SECTION GYPSUM BOARD SYSTEM

SECTION GYPSUM BOARD SYSTEM PART 1 GENERAL 1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS SECTION 09 29 00 GYPSUM BOARD SYSTEM A. Drawings and general provisions of Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 1 specification sections,

More information

Installation Guide and Safety Manual Resilient Sound Isolation Clips (SIC Clips)

Installation Guide and Safety Manual Resilient Sound Isolation Clips (SIC Clips) Installation Guide and Safety Manual Resilient Sound Isolation Clips (SIC Clips) SOUND ISOLATION CLIP SPECIFICATIONS Width...1.00 inch Height...1.06 inch Length...3.86 inch Weight....025 lbs Max Spacing...48

More information

When demanding consistent quality, specify FIRM-FILL SCM-250 to assist in achieving highly improved IIC sound performance in multifamily

When demanding consistent quality, specify FIRM-FILL SCM-250 to assist in achieving highly improved IIC sound performance in multifamily When demanding consistent quality, specify FILL to assist in achieving highly improved sound performance in multifamily construction. FILL is an integral component of a well designed floor/ ceiling assembly.

More information

FIGURE N-1 LAND USE COMPATIBILITY FOR NEW DEVELOPMENT NEAR TRANSPORTATION NOISE SOURCES

FIGURE N-1 LAND USE COMPATIBILITY FOR NEW DEVELOPMENT NEAR TRANSPORTATION NOISE SOURCES NOISE ELEMENT OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES Noise Standards N1. To protect the citizens of Arroyo Grande from the harmful and annoying effects of exposure to excessive noise. Policy N1-1 The noise standards

More information

DIRECT FIX TO STEEL STUD Toll Free (866) RAL Assembly STC 58

DIRECT FIX TO STEEL STUD Toll Free (866) RAL Assembly STC 58 WALL ASSEMBLY DIRECT FIX TO STEEL STUD Toll Free (866) 774-2100 WWW.PAC-INTL.COM RAL 05-013 Assembly STC 58 58 STC RAL 05-013 STC CONSTRUCTION * 1 layer 5/8" Gypsum * 3-5/8" Steel Stud at 24" oc. * R-19

More information

PRODUCT GUIDELINES Hacker. Industries, Inc.

PRODUCT GUIDELINES Hacker. Industries, Inc. PRODUCT GUIDELINES Hacker Industries, Inc. FIRM-FILL Sound Control Mats & Gypsum Underlayments A quiet living space is our business. Established in 1983, Hacker Industries, Inc. offers a full line of FIRM-FILL

More information

RSIC-1-INSTALALTION GUIDE RSIC-1 SOUND ISOLATION CLIP

RSIC-1-INSTALALTION GUIDE RSIC-1 SOUND ISOLATION CLIP RSIC-1 Drywall Furring Channel: Minimum Requirements: 25 gauge, hemmed edge detail required on all 25 gauge furring channel. Meets or exceeds SFIA requirements. Depth: 7/8 inch Width Bottom: 2-9/16 to

More information

Noise Control Of Building

Noise Control Of Building International Conference on Electrical, Electronics, and Optimization Techniques (ICEEOT) - 2016 Noise Control Of Building Sandesh G. Jharbade Civil Department P.R.M.I.T & R, Badnera Badnera, India Mayur

More information

Multifamily, Commercial, Single-Family, Renovation. A Reputation You Can Stand On

Multifamily, Commercial, Single-Family, Renovation. A Reputation You Can Stand On F L O O R U N D E R L A Y M E N T S Multifamily, Commercial, Single-Family, Renovation A Reputation You Can Stand On Pour On the Advantages With Rapid Systems Floor CARPET PRECAST CONCRETE RAPID FLOOR

More information

Installation Guide and Safety Manual QuietClip (Resilient Sound Isolation Clips)

Installation Guide and Safety Manual QuietClip (Resilient Sound Isolation Clips) Installation Guide and Safety Manual QuietClip (Resilient Sound Isolation Clips) 1d" 2 2" 1 4" f" QUIETCLIP SPECIFICATIONS Width...1.25 inch Height...4.25 inch Depth...1 inch Weight....025 lbs Max Spacing...48

More information

A simplified approach to impact sound insulation rating without using a tapping machine

A simplified approach to impact sound insulation rating without using a tapping machine Acoustics 8 Paris A simplified approach to impact sound insulation rating without using a tapping machine M. Li and G. Dodd Acoustics Research Centre, School of Architecture, The University of Auckland,

More information

RSIC ACOUSTIC ASSEMBLY

RSIC ACOUSTIC ASSEMBLY RSIC ACOUSTIC ASSEMBLY FLOOR CEILING ASSEMBLY DIRECT FIX TO WOOD OPEN WEB TRUSS TFCSW RAL IN09-044 STC 54 IIC 52 CONSTRUCTION Hardwood Flooring 1/16" Foam Underlayment 3/4 T&G OSB Subfloor 11-1/4" Deep

More information

EXPLORE GEOMETRY AND SPACE

EXPLORE GEOMETRY AND SPACE COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS EXPLORE GEOMETRY AND SPACE WITHOUT COMPROMISING BUILDING ENVELOPE PERFORMANCE Commercial design considerations come with very specific challenges that can t be addressed with just any

More information

Wall and Floor/Ceiling Assemblies

Wall and Floor/Ceiling Assemblies Introduction Catalog of STC and IIC Ratings for Wall and Floor/Ceiling Assemblies Russell B. DuPree Office of Noise Control, California Department of Health Services Berkeley, California 94704 building

More information

SECTION SOUND ISOLATION

SECTION SOUND ISOLATION SECTION 13085 SOUND ISOLATION PART 1 GENERAL 1.1 SECTION INCLUDES A. Resilient sound isolation clips installed with drywall furring channels for support of gypsum board for noise control (de-coupling)

More information

Chevy Chase Club June 30, 2008 Bowie Gridley Architects

Chevy Chase Club June 30, 2008 Bowie Gridley Architects SECTION 092900 - GYPSUM BOARD PART 1 - GENERAL 1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections,

More information

THE BARTON. CONTACT US Paul Fusz First Vice President NEW MIXED-USE DEVELOPMENT - GROUND FLOOR RETAIL SPACE

THE BARTON. CONTACT US Paul Fusz First Vice President NEW MIXED-USE DEVELOPMENT - GROUND FLOOR RETAIL SPACE NEW MIXED-USE DEVELOPMENT - GROUND FLOOR RETAIL SPACE CONTACT US Paul Fusz First Vice President +1 314 655 6046 paul.fusz@cbre.com Josh Roedemeier Vice President +1 314 655 5942 josh.roedemeier@cbre.com

More information

A1.01 SITE PLAN 394 W OLENTANGY ST POWELL, OH BUILDING TO BE RENOVATED SITE PLAN. P F www. archa ll.

A1.01 SITE PLAN 394 W OLENTANGY ST POWELL, OH BUILDING TO BE RENOVATED SITE PLAN. P F www. archa ll. N O R T H F I F T H S T R E E T C O L U M B U S O H I O P.. 00 F.. 000 www. archa ll. com W OLENTANGY ST POWELL, OH 0 DRAWING SET 0 0 0 preliminary check bid permit construction REVISIONS BUILDING TO BE

More information

REGUPOL AMERICA ACOUSTICAL PERFORMANCE TEST REPORT

REGUPOL AMERICA ACOUSTICAL PERFORMANCE TEST REPORT REGUPOL AMERICA ACOUSTICAL PERFORMANCE TEST REPORT SCOPE OF WORK ASTM E90 SOUND TRANSMISSION LOSS TESTING ON A STEEL STUD WALL ASSEMBLY WITH SONUSCLIP REPORT NUMBER H7677.03-113-11-R0 TEST DATE 11/20/17

More information

SECTION GYPSUM BOARD ASSEMBLIES

SECTION GYPSUM BOARD ASSEMBLIES PART 1 - GENERAL 1.1 SUMMARY SECTION 09 21 16 A. Provide gypsum board assemblies as shown and specified. Work includes: 1. Walls, partitions, and soffits, including metal framing systems. 2. Acoustical

More information

Learning Objectives. Copyright Materials. Timber over non-combustible Podium Structures. High Performance and Low Cost.

Learning Objectives. Copyright Materials. Timber over non-combustible Podium Structures. High Performance and Low Cost. Timber over non-combustible Podium Structures High Performance and Low Cost The Wood Products Council is a Registered Provider with The American Institute of Architects Continuing Education Systems The

More information

APPARENT SOUND INSULATION IN COLD-FORMED STEEL-FRAMED BUILDINGS

APPARENT SOUND INSULATION IN COLD-FORMED STEEL-FRAMED BUILDINGS APPARENT SOUND INSULATION IN COLD-FORMED STEEL-FRAMED BUILDINGS Christoph Höller National Research Council Canada, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada email: christoph.hoeller@nrc.ca David Quirt JDQ Acoustics, Ottawa,

More information

A. Background on Floor/Ceiling Noise Issues. Addressing Floor/Ceiling Noise Issues in Multifamily Construction

A. Background on Floor/Ceiling Noise Issues. Addressing Floor/Ceiling Noise Issues in Multifamily Construction Addressing Floor/Ceiling Noise Issues in Multifamily Construction Overview Current multifamily floor/ceiling assemblies are problematic as they require multiple layers of materials and trades that produce

More information

The Role of Control Layers in Building Enclosure Design

The Role of Control Layers in Building Enclosure Design The Role of Control Layers in Building Enclosure Design COLIN SHANE M.ENG., P.ENG. ASSOCIATE, SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER OCTOBER 13, 2016 Disclaimer: This presentation was developed by a third party and is

More information

LEGACY REPORT. (800) (562) A Subsidiary of the International Code Council

LEGACY REPORT.   (800) (562) A Subsidiary of the International Code Council ICC-ES Legacy Report ER-5885 Reissued March 2004 www.icc-es.org (800) 423-6587 (562) 699-0543 A Subsidiary of the International Code Council Legacy report on the 1997 Uniform Building Code, the 2000 International

More information

Noise Analysis for Latitude II City of Escondido, California

Noise Analysis for Latitude II City of Escondido, California Noise Analysis for Latitude II City of Escondido, California Project #560401-0100b June 23, 2015 Prepared For: NCA Developments 14 Corporate Plaza, Suite 100 Laguna Hills, CA 92660 Prepared By: Matt B.

More information

Acoustical Characteristics of Carpet

Acoustical Characteristics of Carpet CRI TECHNICAL BULLETIN Acoustical Characteristics of Carpet Carpet is an outstanding sound absorptive material. When properly selected, carpet absorbs airborne noise as efficiently as many specialized

More information

Airport Vicinity Acoustic Insulation

Airport Vicinity Acoustic Insulation PLANNING, PROPERTY AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT Airport Vicinity Acoustic Insulation By-law No. 6419/94 of the City of Winnipeg to establish minimum acoustic insulation requirements for buildings within

More information

Knock on Wood: Acoustical Design in Mass Timber Structures

Knock on Wood: Acoustical Design in Mass Timber Structures Knock on Wood: Acoustical Design in Mass Timber Structures Denis Blount Associate Arup Acoustics, AV, Theatre (Seattle) Disclaimer: This presentation was developed by a third party and is not funded by

More information

Continuous insulation Air tightness and Thermal mass

Continuous insulation Air tightness and Thermal mass THE ICF EFFECT ENHANCING THERMAL We all know that insulation is a major factor in contributing to an energy efficient, comfortable building. Thermal image of exterior framed wall showing heat escaping

More information

Building Excellence IV Capital Levy Projects Under Construction

Building Excellence IV Capital Levy Projects Under Construction Building Excellence IV Capital Levy Projects Under Construction Project Slide Number Arbor Heights Elementary School 2 Cascadia Elementary School & Robert Eagle Staff Middle School 14 Genesee Hill Elementary

More information

84 Symonds Street PO Box 5811 Wellesley Street Auckland 1141 New Zealand T: F:

84 Symonds Street PO Box 5811 Wellesley Street Auckland 1141 New Zealand T: F: 84 Symonds Street PO Box 5811 Wellesley Street Auckland 1141 New Zealand T: +64 9 379 7822 F: +64 9 309 3540 www.marshallday.com DESIGN GUIDE Floors in buildings are often required to achieve certain levels

More information

Technical Features Sound Construction How To Avoid Flanking Sound In Your Acoustical Design

Technical Features Sound Construction How To Avoid Flanking Sound In Your Acoustical Design Technical Features Sound Construction How To Avoid Flanking Sound In Your Acoustical Design THE PRESENCE OF FLANKING SOUND IS THE SINGLE MOST SIGNIFICANT DIFFERENCE BETWEEN LABORATORY AND FIELD PERFORMANCE

More information

In addition to performing as an interior vapor retarder, MemBrain the Smart Vapor Retarder may be installed as a continuous, interior

In addition to performing as an interior vapor retarder, MemBrain the Smart Vapor Retarder may be installed as a continuous, interior C e r t a i n Te e d The SMART Vapor Retarder & Air Barrier Film Air Barrier Installation Instructions for Wood Framing In addition to performing as an interior vapor retarder, MemBrain the Smart Vapor

More information

APPENDIX E EXAMPLE AIRPORT OVERLAY DISTRICT REGULATIONS

APPENDIX E EXAMPLE AIRPORT OVERLAY DISTRICT REGULATIONS APPENDIX E EXAMPLE AIRPORT OVERLAY DISTRICT REGULATIONS AIRPORT NOISE OVERLAY DISTRICTS The following Airport Noise Overlay Districts are intended to provide regulations governing land uses and development

More information

Signatures are required on this document for an official laboratory test report. Copies of this document without signatures are for reference only.

Signatures are required on this document for an official laboratory test report. Copies of this document without signatures are for reference only. ASTM E 90: Laboratory Measurement of Airborne Sound Transmission of Building Partitions and Elements ASTM E 492: Laboratory Measurement of Impact Sound Transmission through Floor-Ceiling Assemblies Using

More information

FIRE & SOUND MANUAL ARCHITECT VERSION 4.18

FIRE & SOUND MANUAL ARCHITECT VERSION 4.18 4.18 FIRE & SOUND MANUAL ARCHITECT VERSION NOTE REGARDING CANADIAN PROJECTS: Canada accepts all UL Fire Designs listed in this manual. For additional information on Canadian Fire Designs, refer to page

More information

UL-listed fire ratings 1, 2 and 3 hours Excellent sound ratings STC and IIC Manufactured from recycled steel. 48" to 72" joist spacing, longer spans

UL-listed fire ratings 1, 2 and 3 hours Excellent sound ratings STC and IIC Manufactured from recycled steel. 48 to 72 joist spacing, longer spans The Ecospan Floor System is fabricated at Vulcraft/Verco plants throughout the United States. Save on shipping costs for your next project by contacting us today. Non-combustible steel product 48" to 72"

More information

KINETICS NOISE CONTROL TEST REPORT #AT001109

KINETICS NOISE CONTROL TEST REPORT #AT001109 KINETICS NOISE CONTROL TEST REPORT #AT001109 KINETICS NOISE CONTROL PRODUCTS: o NONE ACOUSTICAL RATINGS: o ASTC 53* (*USING INSUL) o AIIC 29 TESTING AGENCY & REPORT NUMBER: o COLLECTIVE TECH / HENDERSON

More information

DOCUMENT B. 2. The low bidder shall submit this Expanded Subcontractors Listing to the Owner within 24 hours after the bid opening.

DOCUMENT B. 2. The low bidder shall submit this Expanded Subcontractors Listing to the Owner within 24 hours after the bid opening. DOCUMENT 00 43 36B EXPANDED SUBCONTRACTORS LISTING TO: CLARK COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT hereinafter called "Owner" FROM: ~AU;)"''"-' Oeve\,(;p,-...e,.,,... IA... t. ~o~ t>.m..e>u,i-j (Print Company Name) Pe-Mo1..,,,-t,:;>.tJ

More information

INDEPENDENT REVIEWS DISCREDIT COLORADO STUDY

INDEPENDENT REVIEWS DISCREDIT COLORADO STUDY INDEPENDENT REVIEWS DISCREDIT COLORADO STUDY INTRODUCTION A 1990 study conducted at the University of Colorado at Denver ( Colorado Study ) is frequently cited to argue that cellulose insulation outperforms

More information

RSIC-1 ACOUSTIC ASSEMBLY

RSIC-1 ACOUSTIC ASSEMBLY RSIC-1 ACOUSTIC ASSEMBLY FLOOR/CEILING ASSEMBLY DIRECT FIX TO CONCRETE SLAB FCS5 DSWA FIIC 72 CONSTRUCTION * 3/8" Hard Wood flooring * 8" PT concrete slab Fire resistance ratings * R-8 insulation ANS/UL

More information

The Engineered Wood Association DESIGN/CONSTRUCTION GUIDE NOISE-RATED

The Engineered Wood Association DESIGN/CONSTRUCTION GUIDE NOISE-RATED A P A The Engineered Wood Association DESIGN/CONSTRUCTION GUIDE NOISE-RATED S Y S T E M S 2000 THE ENGINEERED WOOD ASSOCIATION ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. ANY COPYING, MODIFICATION, DISTRIBUTION OR OTHER USE

More information

Installation Guide and Safety Manual

Installation Guide and Safety Manual Installation Guide and Safety Manual Resilmount A237R (Resilient Sound Isolation Clips) REQUIRED FURRING CHANNEL REQUIRED FURRING CHANNEL* 1 4" 2 2" Minimum f" Gauge:...25 Gauge With Hemmed Edge (Do Not

More information

Appendix G: Noise Supporting Information

Appendix G: Noise Supporting Information City of Livermore Sunset Crossing Project/Catalina Crossing Project Draft EIR Appendix G: Noise Supporting Information FirstCarbon Solutions H:\Client (PN-JN)\1728\17280002\3 - Draft EIR\edit-wp\17280002

More information

Section Sound Control

Section Sound Control Ministry of Municipal Affairs PROPOSED CHANGE TO THE 2012 BUILDING CODE O. REG. 332/12 AS AMENDED CHANGE NUMBER: SOURCE: B-09-11-01 Ontario-NBC CODE REFERENCE: Division B / 9.11. DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPOSED

More information

A few amazing facts about Acoustiblok

A few amazing facts about Acoustiblok A few amazing facts about Acoustiblok A standard metal stud 5/8" gypsum board wall with only 1 layer of 16 oz. Acoustiblok has better sound reduction, (STC 53*, Riverbank Laboratories), than a solid 12"

More information