Product category:
Noise and acoustics measurement
News Release from: Institute of Acoustics | Subject: Code for Sustainable Homes
Edited by the Processingtalk Editorial
Team on 20 December 2006
IOA advances Government sustainability
targets
The Institute welcomes the announcement by Ruth Kelly MP on 13 December 2006 on the new Code for Sustainable Homes, and the inclusion of sound insulation within the new Code
Members of the Institute of Acoustics have been working with the Government to advance sustainability The Institute therefore welcomes the announcement by Ruth Kelly MP on 13 December 2006 on the new Code for Sustainable Homes, and the inclusion of sound insulation within the new Code
This article was originally published on Processingtalk on 21 Feb 2005 at 8.00am (UK)
Related stories
Acoustics educational programme to be promoted
The Institute of Acoustics is the UK professional body for those working in acoustics, noise and vibration: their educational programme will be promoted more actively by a new Information Manager
The inclusion of points/credits for higher levels of sound insulation will assist towards creating more sustainable communities.
The increasing density of housing and the advancements in home entertainment sound system technology does require increasing levels of sound insulation above the regulatory minimum standards.
Previous developments under the Approved Document E (2003 with 2004 amendments) included the introduction pre-completion testing and robust details.
The new Code will encourage further innovation into new products and systems which can lead to advanced levels of sound insulation for new build attached homes.
The IOA through its members whether in applied research or building acoustic consultancy will no doubt be at the forefront of advancing such new innovations.
Colin English, President of the Institute of Acoustics, says "The Institute of Acoustics is pleased that the Government chose to recognise the importance of sound insulation in modern homes and is striving to improve the quality of the environment". Request a free brochure from Institute of Acoustics ...
• Institute of Acoustics: contact details and other news
• Email this article to a colleague
• Register for the free Processingtalk email newsletter
• Processingtalk Home Page
Search the Pro-Talk network of sites
