Acoustical Consulting Experts in Noise & Vibration Control
Soft dB has been offering acoustic and vibration consulting since 1996. Our team of engineers and technical consultants are specialists in the various fields of acoustical engineering: environmental, architectural, residential, commercial, institutional and industrial. Whether you have problems with noise control, noise pollution, soundproofing, sound insulation, or reverberation control, our acoustics and vibration experts can offer you cutting-edge acoustics solutions adapted to your business needs.
With offices in Montreal, Quebec City, Sherbrooke, Malartic, Ontario and Luxembourg, we have the capabilities to deliver acoustics consultancy services throughout Quebec, Canada, United States, Europe, and Africa.
Our Acoustics & Vibration Services
- Noise and vibration engineering
- Live and online acoustic monitoring
- Acoustic imaging, sound mapping
- Acoustic product design
- Sound masking, speech intelligibility and confidentiality
- Engineering in active noise control
- Application of noise standards and regulations
- Customized services and turnkey delivery
Our Expertise Covers All Fields of Acoustical Engineering
Architectural Acoustics
- Noise and vibration measurement and data analysis;
- Field and laboratory sound insulation testing and partition design for walls, floors, and facades (STC, ASTC, FIIC, OITC) in order to make acoustical improvements to existing installations;
- Reverberation (echo) control and sound clarity measurement (RT60, C80);
- Articulation, privacy, and speech intelligibility assessments (AISII, SPC);
- HVAC unit sound measurement (AHRI 350, AHRI 575, AHRI 230);
- HVAC noise prediction in buildings (AHRI 885, ASHRAE);
- Computer-based modelling and auralisation (RAP-ONE, CATT, INSUL);
- Unknown noise and vibration source identification and treatment recommendations;
- Clear and concise reports or design reviews for our clients;
- Comprehensive technical support.
Environmental Acoustics
- Noise and vibration measurement and data analysis;
- Noise and vibration impact assessments;
- Regulatory compliance assessments (Quebec 98-01, Ontario NPC-300, NB 87-83);
- Noise and vibration monitoring & mapping;
- Acoustic modelling using advanced prediction software;
- Design and specification of noise control measures;
- Technical support to clients.
Industrial Acoustics
- Noise and vibration measurement;
- Noise and vibratory analysis for all types of machinery, HVAC systems, building services, and transportation equipment;
- Sound pressure, sound intensity, sound power measurements;
- Tri-axial vibration measurements;
- Noise or vibration source identification;
- Design of noise and vibration control structures and components;
- Acoustic non-destructive testing and evaluation (NDT & NDE);
- Vibro-acoustic product design.
Real-Time Monitoring and Compliance Management
- Continuous noise and vibration impact assessments using Class 1 equipment;
- Web-based client reporting;
- Real-time regulatory compliance assessments for noise and vibration with cross-media alert functions;
- Real-time monitoring of noise and vibration and mapping;
- Real-time monitoring of traffic characteristics and patterns;
- Accurate measurements of dust particle concentrations (TSP, PM10, PM2.5 or PM1.0);
- Integrated weather stations;
- Acoustic modeling with state-of-the-art prediction software;
- Hydrophones for real-time monitoring of underwater noise such as ship traffic and piling;
- Noise control design and measurement specification;
- Technical support to clients.
Need Help With Noise and Vibrations?
Our acoustical consultants are listening. Taking control of your noise and vibration levels starts with our unique field expertise. No acoustic problem is too small or too complex for our world-class team of engineers.