Industrial Noise Assessment: What It Is and When You Need One
An industrial noise assessment helps businesses identify where noise is coming from, how serious the issue is, and what control measures may be needed. It is especially useful in facilities with loud machinery, compressors, pumps, fans, generators, or process equipment. The assessment may include a site audit, noise measurements, source ranking, compliance review, and practical recommendations. These findings help businesses reduce employee noise exposure, respond to complaints, and choose the right industrial noise control solution instead of guessing.
Acoustic Louvres Explained: How to Reduce Noise Without Restricting Airflow
Acoustic louvres are designed to reduce noise from commercial and industrial equipment while maintaining the airflow needed for ventilation and cooling. Unlike standard weather louvres, they contain sound-absorbing materials within the blades, making them suitable for applications such as plant rooms, HVAC systems, generators, compressors and rooftop plant areas. Their effectiveness depends on factors including blade design, louvre depth, airflow requirements and the frequency of the noise being controlled. Selecting the right acoustic louvre requires balancing noise reduction with airflow performance to avoid issues such as overheating, reduced efficiency or equipment failure. They can be used on their own or alongside other noise control measures, and an industrial noise assessment can help determine the most appropriate solution for meeting operational and compliance requirements.
How to Reduce Generator Noise in Commercial and Industrial Settings
This article explains how commercial and industrial sites can reduce generator noise using practical, product-led solutions such as acoustic enclosures, acoustic louvres, acoustic attenuators, acoustic screens, and tailored enclosure designs. It covers why generator noise matters, how industrial noise assessments help identify the right solution, and how Wakefield Acoustics supports UK businesses with engineered noise control products that protect performance, airflow, access, and compliance.