Noise in open office spaces can be a problem. A study from Sydney University shows that employees are drained of energy when noise levels at work are too high. It is a proven fact, that it is harmful to be exposed to high noise levels for a longer period of time. Work environment in open […]
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A study shows that noise issues at workplaces can be helped by taking the necessary precautions. The study from Aarhus University Hospital, shows that rules and legislation on noise control in Denmark has been successful. Among other results, the study shows that the use of hearing protection at noisy workplaces has worked. The employees that […]
Noise in the industrial sector is an increasing issue, not only for employees but also for people living close to noisy companies. Noise can ruin a healthy work environment, which is why there are guidelines as to how much noise, you can be exposed to, when you are at work. In this blog post we […]
You can experience noise in many places, because noise can stem from almost anything. Noise is also present at hospitals even though most people would say that they make an effort to speak less loud, precisely because they are at a hospital. Small sounds can lead to noise It is not only people talking that […]
According to the dictionary, noise means loud and disruptive sound. The sound can stem from machines, but it can also come from music, or from people talking. We are all exposed to noise every day. Your ear can stand a maximum of 85 decibel as an average noise level over a day, before it is […]
5 tips to reduce office noise View our guide to reducing office noise in this infographic:
Teachers and children spend many hours in school trying to concentrate and learn. Often this takes place with noise in classrooms – in small classrooms, noisy halls and old school buildings which were built before anyone was paying attention to noise reducing materials and a good sound environment. School teachers and child care workers are […]
Audi is using SoundEar II Industry to focus on noise levels in the working environment. Audi, like other big German businesses, has its own dual vocational training department. Situated in Ingolstadt and Neckarsulm, more than 2,600 trainees are working as part of a beginning career at Audi. Audi has chosen to focus on noise levels not only […]
When it comes to reducing office noise levels, one concern is the noise stemming from conversations, and this is where the Noise Guide excels. The German IT services and consulting company, T-Systems, decided to introduce open plan offices, and as part of this process introduced several initiatives to help prevent the nuisances of office noise […]