The Noise Control Blog

Expert insights on industrial acoustics, noise control engineering, and best practices

15 November 20248 min read

Understanding Industrial Noise: Sources, Effects & Regulations

A comprehensive overview of industrial noise — where it comes from, how it affects workers and communities, and the regulatory framework governing noise control in Indian industry.

Technical

10 December 202410 min read

How Acoustic Enclosures Work: A Technical Guide

A technical deep-dive into the engineering principles behind industrial acoustic enclosures — panel construction, ventilation design, and the physics of sound attenuation.

NoiseLAG / HeatLAG Jackets vs Traditional Lagging: A Comparison

Products

20 January 20257 min read

NoiseLAG / HeatLAG Jackets vs Traditional Lagging: A Comparison

A detailed comparison of removable acoustic + thermal insulation jackets and traditional permanent lagging — performance, cost, maintenance access, and when to choose each approach.

Noise Mapping: Why Every Industrial Plant Needs One

Services

28 February 20256 min read

Noise Mapping: Why Every Industrial Plant Needs One

How noise mapping transforms industrial noise management from reactive firefighting to proactive, data-driven decision making — and why it should be the first step in any noise control program.

How to Reduce Compressor Noise Below 85 dB(A): Engineering Solutions

Technical

10 January 20259 min read

How to Reduce Compressor Noise Below 85 dB(A): Engineering Solutions

A practical engineering guide to compressor noise reduction — covering noise sources, measurement methods, and proven solutions including acoustic enclosures, silencers, blankets, and vibration isolation to achieve compliance with the 85 dB(A) threshold.

Steam Vent Noise: Causes, Measurement & Reduction Methods

Technical

14 February 202510 min read

Steam Vent Noise: Causes, Measurement & Reduction Methods

An in-depth technical article on the physics of steam vent noise, measurement methodology, and the silencer designs that reduce noise from safety valves, blow-down systems, and high-pressure steam vents.

Acoustic Enclosure vs Noise Barrier: Which Solution for Your Application?

Guides

18 March 20258 min read

Acoustic Enclosure vs Noise Barrier: Which Solution for Your Application?

A practical comparison of acoustic enclosures and noise barriers for industrial noise control — covering effectiveness, cost, maintenance access, ventilation, and a decision framework to help engineers select the right approach.

Regulations

5 April 20258 min read

OSHA vs CPCB vs EU Noise Regulations: A Global Comparison Guide

A comprehensive comparison of occupational and environmental noise regulations across three major frameworks — OSHA (USA), CPCB (India), and EU directives — covering exposure limits, measurement standards, and compliance requirements.

How to Select the Right Industrial Silencer: A Technical Guide

Guides

12 May 20259 min read

How to Select the Right Industrial Silencer: A Technical Guide

A comprehensive guide to industrial silencer selection — covering silencer types, design criteria, application matching, and performance specifications to help engineers choose the optimal silencer for any industrial noise source.

Removable Insulation Blankets vs Permanent Lagging: Complete Cost-Benefit Analysis

Technical

20 June 20258 min read

Removable Insulation Blankets vs Permanent Lagging: Complete Cost-Benefit Analysis

A thorough cost-benefit analysis comparing removable insulation blankets and permanent lagging for acoustic and thermal applications — covering installation costs, maintenance savings, performance data, temperature ranges, and lifecycle economics.

Noise Control for Oil & Gas: A Complete Engineering Guide

Industry

8 July 202510 min read

Noise Control for Oil & Gas: A Complete Engineering Guide

A comprehensive engineering guide to noise control in the oil and gas industry — covering noise sources in refineries and upstream facilities, ATEX and hazardous area requirements, and proven solutions for compressors, flares, vents, and rotating equipment.

Power Plant Noise Control: Turbines, Boilers & Auxiliary Equipment

Industry

15 August 20259 min read

Power Plant Noise Control: Turbines, Boilers & Auxiliary Equipment

A comprehensive guide to noise control in thermal and combined-cycle power plants — covering noise sources from gas turbines, steam turbines, boilers, generators, and auxiliary equipment, along with environmental compliance strategies.

Understanding STC, NRC, and dB(A) Ratings for Industrial Noise Control

Fundamentals

22 September 20257 min read

Understanding STC, NRC, and dB(A) Ratings for Industrial Noise Control

A clear explanation of the three most important acoustic ratings used in industrial noise control — Sound Transmission Class (STC), Noise Reduction Coefficient (NRC), and the A-weighted decibel scale — with typical values for industrial materials.

Noise Control Specification Guide for EPC Contractors

Guides

3 November 202510 min read

Noise Control Specification Guide for EPC Contractors

A practical guide for EPC procurement and engineering teams — covering what to specify in noise control packages, performance guarantee structures, testing standards, vendor evaluation criteria, and FEED study integration.