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Measuring sound power levels from industrial machinery in an acoustic testing environment that complies with ISO 3744:2025.
Acoustics and Sound | ANSI

ISO 3744:2025— Acoustics, Sound Power Levels in Free Field

ByAlexandra Schirn January 22, 2026January 6, 2026

From large-scale industrial and construction equipment to smaller residential appliances, the sound generated by these various products can have significant consequences on health, safety, and…

A man wearing a hearing aid device with waveform graphics representing real-ear performance measurements according to ASA/ANSI S3.46-2013 (R2023).
Acoustics and Sound | ANSI

ASA/ANSI S3.46-2013 (R2023): Hearing Aids

ByAlexandra Schirn January 9, 2026January 2, 2026

Before modern hearing aids, people in the 13th century with hearing loss were using hollowed out horns of animals, such as cows and rams. It…

Illustration of sound waves traveling through the atmosphere, showing how sound absorption occurs due to environmental factors like temperature, humidity, and pressure. The image represents the principles of sound attenuation as described in ASA/ANSI ASA S1.26-2014 (R2024).
Acoustics and Sound | ANSI

ASA/ANSI ASA S1.26-2014 (R2024): Sound Absorption

ByAlexandra Schirn November 26, 2025November 12, 2025

Imagine you are walking through a bustling city—where honking cars, street construction, and loud music from nearby restaurants all compete for your attention. This constant…

resilient mounting system used to reduce vibration and noise in industrial machinery and HVAC systems.
Acoustics and Sound | ANSI

ASA/ANSI S2.8-2007 (R2025): Resilient Mounting Applications

ByAlexandra Schirn November 25, 2025November 12, 2025

Ever wondered why your washing machine does not make your whole house vibrate—or how skyscrapers stay calm during earthquakes? The answer lies in resilient mounts….

Worker wearing ear in protection in a factory with loud machinery that adheres to ASA/ANSI S12.61-2024 acoustical noise guidelines.
Acoustics and Sound | ANSI | Construction Machines

ASA/ANSI S12.61-2024: Noise Emission Values of Machinery

ByAlexandra Schirn June 10, 2025June 9, 2025

Due to the presence of machinery, engines, and heavy equipment, industrial environments can produce high levels of noise. The noise can be loud enough to…

Close-up of an analog decibel meter showing sound levels, with a needle indicating the current dB value that adheres to ASA/ANSI S12.12-1992 (2024) sound power level requirements.
Acoustics and Sound | ANSI

ASA/ANSI S12.12-1992 (2024): Sound Power Levels

ByAlexandra Schirn December 26, 2024May 20, 2025

Using sound intensity measurements to determine the sound power of noise sources provides a more complete picture of a sound source. Not only indicating the…

Public speaker at business conference using a loudspeaker and microphone that passed ANSI/ASA S3.2-2020 speech intelligibility testing.
Acoustics and Sound | ANSI

ANSI/ASA S3.2-2020: Speech Intelligibility

ByAlexandra Schirn October 4, 2024June 4, 2025

Loudspeaker systems can be used for sound reinforcement in theaters and concert halls; microphones are used in many applications, including telephones, hearing aids, public address systems…

Measuring the noise on the road with a sound level meter that adheres to ASA/ANSI S12.18-1994 (R2023).
Acoustics and Sound | ANSI

ASA/ANSI S12.18-1994 (R2023): Sound Pressure Level

ByAlexandra Schirn March 28, 2024June 4, 2025

Sound pressure is the difference between the pressure from a sound wave and the ambient pressure of what the sound is traveling through (usually air)….

Electric fan adhering to sound guidelines in ANSI/AMCA 320-23.
Acoustics and Sound | ANSI

ANSI/AMCA 320-23: Sound Testing Of Fans

ByAlexandra Schirn March 11, 2024June 4, 2025

A slower fan speed does not produce a lower sound level. So, what determines a silent fan? The lowest fan sound level during operation is…

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