Noise! It’s everywhere, and it’s causing more problems than ever before. No matter what industry you’re in, chances are you’ve heard complaints about noise or have experienced the effects of noise pollution first-hand.
And as our world becomes more technologically advanced, this problem is only going to get worse. Luckily for us, there are several ways for industrial noise control – and they don’t have to be expensive or disruptive!
1. Reduce the noise source
The best way to control industrial noise is to reduce it at the source. This can be done by using quieter equipment and reducing the number of noisy machines (e.g., replacing a single large fan with several smaller fans).
You should also take care to better locate noisy machines, as this will help mitigate their impact on your hearing protection efforts. Finally, you may want to consider investing in quieter machines altogether!
For example, if you need an air compressor for your operation, instead of purchasing an old model that’s known for its deafeningly loud operation—which will only increase over time—you could use newer technology that produces significantly less sound while still providing adequate pressure levels.
2. Implement noise control
Noise control is the process of reducing noise pollution. It can be achieved by either reducing the noise at its source or using acoustical devices (barriers) to block out sound.
Engineering solutions are typically more expensive than acoustical ones, but if you’re working in a noisy environment, an engineering solution might be your best bet for controlling industrial noise.
If your company has a lot of money to invest in machines and equipment, purchase quieter versions and hire acoustic consultants who will design custom systems to fit your facility’s needs.
3. Use vibration isolation systems
Vibration isolation systems reduce noise by isolating the source of the noise from the structure. This is done by creating a frictionless layer between a vibrating surface and another solid structure such as a floor or wall.
Vibration isolation systems can be used to reduce noise in a variety of industrial applications, including rotating machinery such as pumps, fans and motors; engines; compressors; pumps; generators and condensers.
In addition to reducing vibration caused by mechanical equipment, vibration isolators are often used in conjunction with other noise control techniques such as soundproofing walls and floors.
4. Limit the noise transmission by compressor enclosures
Compressor noise is transmitted through the enclosure. This can be reduced by using a sound absorbing, dampening, or insulating material. A sound absorbing material like mass loaded vinyl (MLV) will absorb some of the sound energy and reduce it significantly.
A sound dampening material like rubber will also reduce it but not as much as MLV. Finally, a sound insulating material like polyurethane will block out all noise at certain frequencies while letting in other frequencies so it needs to be used carefully if you’re trying to reduce compressor noise!
5. Employ acoustic barriers
Acoustic barriers can be used to separate different areas of a factory, different sections of a building, or even different rooms within a house. Acoustic barriers can also be used to separate different parts of an office.
- A sound barrier is an enclosure erected between two properties (typically as part of an urban development). It may consist (or consist mainly) of glass panels and metal bars for aesthetic purposes, but it also serves as a means for blocking sound transmission from one side to the other.
- An acoustic barrier is designed primarily to reduce noise levels inside and outside buildings by creating spaces that are more effective at reducing the loudness level that gets through.
- An acoustic wall consists of two parallel walls separated by layers made up of perforated metal, plastic foam panels or other materials that absorb sound waves while still allowing light through.
6. Use noise absorbing materials
If you want to reduce noise in your workplace, it’s time to go shopping. There are many materials that can help absorb sound and keep it from reverberating around your workplace. This is usually done with acoustical panels, which are made of different materials that have been designed specifically for absorbing sound waves.
The material used will depend on what kind of sound is being absorbed and where the panel needs to be placed (or whether it needs to be portable). You should consider choosing between flexible or rigid panels depending on how much space you have available in your workspace and how often the panels will need moving around.
Flexible panels are lighter than rigid ones but they won’t block out as much noise as a rigid product would if properly installed. Rigid products tend to be heavier than flexible ones but they work better at blocking out unwanted sounds without taking up too much space within the room itself!
7. Add sound dampening to your doors and windows
Sound dampening is the process of reducing sound transmission through a material. It can be achieved by adding a layer of foam, or other material, to the walls and windows of an area that you want to keep quiet.
This can help reduce noise in a room that’s in close proximity to an industrial setting where there could be loud machinery operating at any time during the day (or night).
8. Use high efficiency Pneumatic nozzles
Pneumatic nozzles are used in many industrial applications, including the following industries:
- Oil and Gas
- Power Generation
- Automotive Manufacturing
- Pharmaceuticals
Their uses are also varied. For example, Pneumatic nozzles can be used to control emissions from boilers or furnaces by injecting steam into a combustion chamber.
These applications require specialised pneumatic nozzles because they must withstand high temperatures and pressures while delivering steam at the correct pressure and flow rate.
Conclusion
If you need to control industrial noise or reduce the amount of noise you generate, there are a number of options available to you. One of them is compressor enclosures.
The most important thing to remember is that no one solution works for all situations. It’s best to take an integrated approach and look at how each option can help improve your overall situation!
