Did you know that dBx Acoustics offers cost effective construction site noise, dust and vibration monitoring?

Many Local Authorities require that the construction management plan for development includes consideration of how these aspects will be controlled, but then also evidence that these controls are in place and that the Contractor is aware of and responsive to any issues. dBx installs units which allow us to provide our clients with the following;

• Instant text alerts to site manager if noise, vibration or dust (PM 10, PM 2.5 or TSP) limits are breached.
• A weekly or monthly report on measured levels at each monitoring location which can be correlated with activities on site.
• Confidence that any problems arising can be dealt with quickly.
• Long term, low cost, low maintenance monitoring.

Of course, as well as the cost saving from not having monitoring personnel on the site on a regular basis, this system means that levels are monitored continuously rather than in discrete bursts. This gives both the site, and the Local Authority, added confidence that everything is under control.

The system is flexible, allowing us to monitor only what is needed (for example, just construction noise and dust monitoring but not vibration) or the full suite of noise, dust and vibration monitoring if necessary. We also have multiple units which can be deployed on larger sites to ensure that all potentially sensitive receptors are covered. The system’s applications aren’t limited to construction and demolition sites either – they can be used at industrial sites for general compliance monitoring, for example, or for roadside noise measurements.

If you’d like to know more about how we can solve the monitoring headache for you, please contact us!

dBx Acoustics was thrilled to be part of the team behind the Beehive in York. A purpose-built centre, the Beehive is thought to be the first of kind in the country and it provides short breaks for children and young people with complex disabilities.

dBx Acoustics provided acoustic design advice as well as a planning noise impact assessment. The project was especially dear to Susan, dBx Acoustics director as both she and her daughter are autistic. Susan is also a member of the Institute of Acoustics Diversity and Inclusion committee.

The facilities at the Beehive include:

• a safe and accessible space for play and interaction with family members and with staff
• apartments for children and parents to stay in during longer term assessment of their support needs
• access to a range of professionals who can help to support families in meeting the children’s needs
• spacious bedrooms with state-of-the-art hoist and bathing facilities for children who have complex health needs and wheelchair users
• a larger, open-spaced area and bedrooms for children with learning disabilities or autism
• quieter self-contained areas that can be used for children who may struggle in a more open, busier environment and where their parents can accompany them so that their needs can be fully assessed
• an activity area, sensory room and quiet rooms
• a large outdoor play space with a variety of equipment suitable for children of all abilities.

Find out more about the Beehive here.