Best Post-COVID Business Practices
Unfortunately, pandemics such as the current COVID-19 crisis have more than just biological effects. When we’re faced with ongoing restrictions, future uncertainties and public health conditions that are rapidly changing, businesses and the economy are impacted as well. Because this pandemic is still evolving, businesses must be vigilant and adapt to survive the conditions set by the […]
How Background Noise Affects the Way You Work
Years ago, people didn’t give much thought to office background noise. Sound effect issues were rarely studied because many office workers were either executives who worked in closed offices or employees who were expected to deal with whatever environmental factors were present. Today, however, many offices are laid out according to an open workspace plan, […]
What Is an NRC Rating?
One of the most important things to know when it comes to a soundproofing product is its NRC rating. So what is NRC in acoustics and why is it so important for soundproofing? The NRC Rating Explained NRC stands for Noise Reduction Coefficient, and it’s a measure of how much sound a soundproofing product can […]
Noise at Work: Using Sound to Stay Focused
If you have trouble focusing at work, you know that anything and everything can turn into a distraction. Bosses talking at the water cooler yank you out of your zone, while coworkers pounding away on keyboards throw a wrench in your focus. You probably want to avoid noise at all costs, but you can use […]
What Are the Characteristics of a Sound Wave?
You probably know that the sound you hear is the result of sound waves. But what are sound waves, exactly? What are their characteristics? And how do they work? Here’s everything you need to know. Wavelength: The most important characteristic of sound waves may be the wavelength. Sound consists of a longitudinal wave that includes compressions […]
