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New short course in building acoustics measurements
The IOA is launching in spring 2012 a new short course in building acoustics measurements. The five-day course - available at accredited centres across the country - provides a basic knowledge of the methodology for measuring and reporting sound. more…
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- 21/12/2011
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IOA sets up wind farm working group
In response to a request from the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC), the Institute of Acoustics has set up a working group to take forward the recommendations of the Hayes McKenzie report on “Analysis of How Noise. more…
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- 12/12/2011
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'Quiet' fridge system is the tops
A "quiet" refrigeration system has scooped a major IOA-sponsored award that applauds the vital role that industry can play in reducing noise pollution in the environment. The Linde Frostcruise Cryogenic in-transit refrigeration system was named as the winner in. more…
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- 10/11/2011
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Lifetime awards for noise experts
Two senior IOA members have received lifetime awards from the Noise Abatement Society (NAS) for making “outstanding contributions” in raising the profile of noise pollution as a critical environmental issue. Bernard Berry, IOA President 1996-98, and Bridget Shield, President-Elect,. more…
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- 10/11/2011
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IOA sponsors 'Noise Oscar'
The Institute of Acoustics is again sponsoring a major award at this year's John Connell Awards organised by the Noise Abatement Society (NAS) and for which entries are now being sought. The John Connell Technology Award, established in 2010,. more…
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- 05/10/2011