Product Research & Development:
Sound, Noise & Vibration Test, Measure & Analysis
Both Consumers and Industry today demand low levels of noise and vibration from equipment, vehicles and appliances. With an extensive collection of analysis software, measurement equipment and experience, HGC can perform the acoustical testing, required to bring new products and systems to market or help you in designing and specifying your own acoustical research and test facility.
We also conduct site noise surveys and specify performance requirements so that clients can procure the most effective facilities at competitive prices.
We maintain a full complement of acoustical test equipment, conduct laboratory and field testing and advanced acoustical modeling.
We also assist building wall and floor component manufacturers in developing their products by testing their products acoustically in actual field installations
Research areas include:
- Medical, teaching and research facilities
- Automotive
- Appliances
- Office systems
- HVAC systems
- Quiet road surfaces
- Gas turbine and reciprocating engine exhaust silencers
- Building Product Testing and Development
Propell Trailer-mounted Electric Generator, Texas
Noise Barrier Material Testing
Altra-Air HVLS Big Ceiling Fans
Christie Digital Projectors
Automotive Vibro-Acoustic Test Facility, Plymouth, Michigan
Eckel Anechoic Test Chambers
What is Sound Intensity Measurement and Analysis?
What is STC and IIC Testing?
What is Vibration Modal and Fatigue Analysis?
What is Floor and Building Vibration?
How do you assess and control vibration impacting sensitive equipment?
How to Measure ASTC ratings of Specific Sound Transmission Paths
STC vs ASTC Ratings in the Amended Ontario Building Code
Frequency-Weighting Sound Level Measurements: A-weighting dB(A) vs. C-weighting dB(C)
Sound Power Measurements of Large Electrical Transformers
Sound Transmission Issues Caused by Poorly Laminated Drywall on Concrete Partitions
Who We Help
Our Markets
Engineers, Architects, Planners, Environmental Health & Safety Specialists, Developers, Owners/Operators and Property Managers in sectors including:
Need Answers?
Reach out to our acoustical consultants now.