“Acoustics in Building Design” talk for WIP, Bath
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“Acoustics in Building Design” talk for WIP, Bath

Acoustic Design, Acoustic Flanking, Talks/ Conferences
Women in Property welcomes you to this MACH Acoustics Presentation on ‘Acoustics in Building Design’ which will cover the crucial aspects of acoustic design in buildings. Buildings are not only different in form and function, but also throughout the life span of a building. From initial design through to conception and ultimately demolition, buildings develop from initial detailed design, to site and finally into a fully functional working building.
 
"Acoustics in Building Design" talk for WIP, Bath
 
This presentation will delve into the lifespan of a building, by exploring acoustics in contractor’s proposals, employer’s requirements and legal provisions in addition to how web based tools and BIM is changing the way we, as professionals, are able to input into the acoustic design of a building.

For further company information, please visit: http://www.machacoustics.com/
Places for this talk are £8 members and £18 non members (men welcome) to include evening drinks. The talk will be at Integral offices, Bath. Please email catherine@machacoustics.com for further details.

 

CIBSE South West talk March 14th: Acoustics and building design
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CIBSE South West talk March 14th: Acoustics and building design

Acoustic Design, Talks/ Conferences
CIBSE South West Talk – Tuesday 14th March @ 6.00pm
A lack of understanding of acoustic design solution can result in poor designs, which are costly and worst still can limit a building scope in term of energy efficiency and appearance.  Ze Nunes, founder of MACH Acoustics and lecturer at the University of Bath and Bristol, will talk on the following key topics
•       A holistic approach to natural ventilation on noisy sites.
•       Design of windows to enhance their sound reduction.
•       Modelling techniques assessing the pressure drop and acoustic performance of openings within low carbon buildings.
•       Acoustics and heat recovery.
For a taster of what is to come please click on the links below.
The data is Tuesday 14th March @ 6.00pm – arrival Drinks and Refreshments
Location – Plymouth University, Lecture Theatre 006, Babbage Building, PL4 8AA

 

Please contact: Eleni Kalyva – Email: Eleni.Kalyva@hulley.co.uk, prior to coming
 
CIBSE South West talk March 14th: Acoustics and building design

 

IOA Annual Conference – MACH Acoustics presents
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IOA Annual Conference – MACH Acoustics presents

Acoustic Design, FDTD modelling, Talks/ Conferences, Window Design
The annual Institute of Acoustics Conference was held on 5th and 6th September in Kenilworth and MACH Acoustics’ Chris Jones was honoured to be invited to speak and present his paper. Chris has been researching “STANDARDISING THE TESTING AND MODELLING METHODS OF PREDICTING THE SOUND REDUCTION THROUGH OPEN WINDOWS” and this was extremely well received.

IOA Annual Conference - MACH Acoustics presents

The current approach is to simply use a 10 – 15 dB reduction across the open window.  This does not account for the window type, open area or angle of incident sound.  Whilst research has been conducted into these factors, the lack of a standard method of testing, modelling and quantifying the acoustic performance has prevented the uptake of an improved method by acoustic and facade engineers.
This paper builds upon the research of collaboration with MACH Acoustics and The University of Bath – Blanco, Nunes and Lo (2014) and Jones (2015) in summarising the challenges in quantifying the performance by considering existing test methodologies from British Standards and extensive laboratory testing by Napier University (2007). 
The potential of using FEM and FDTD modelling as a tool of visualising and understanding sound propagation through an open window is summarised.  2D FDTD modelling by Jones (2015) has examined the effect of the window variables and the accuracy of simulations by recreating Napier University (2007) test data, before using this to propose the concept of a simple mathematical model.

IOA Annual Conference - MACH Acoustics presents
Visualizing components of sound propagation through an open window
The aim of this paper is not to conclusively recommend a standardised method, but to present existing information and new research in a balanced manner that will inspire a discussion within the acoustics industry as to how such a method might be agreed.
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First Thursday Club, Bristol sponsored by Integral

Talks/ Conferences, Technology

This excellent networking opportunity for those professional in the construction industry is held monthly as the title implies, at Bristol’s Colston Hall. Hosted by various sponsoring companies over a lunch time the event welcomes those from all associated professions – architects, engineers, contractors and has been described as a “leaning in group”. Having attended this meeting for a few years now MACH Acoustics would definitely agree. Not only is it a good place to make new contacts, but the benefits from meeting up with like minded people and sharing ideas and knowledge are enormously valued.

First Thursday Club, Bristol sponsored by Integral

Martin Hathaway, Clarkenbond Director and also one of the founding members of the FTC says of the event “Thanks to all friends old and new who join us, it’s good to see that the FTC continues to attract movers and shakers in Bristol and the surrounding areas”.

This month saw an attendance of over 150 and was sponsored by Integral. After an interesting address the ever popular prize draw took place. MACH Acoustics is pleased to be working currently with Integral on Redcliffe Parade in Bristol and having the opportunity to discuss projects in an informal setting over lunch seems a good way to make work even more enjoyable.

First Thursday Club, Bristol sponsored by Integral

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University of Bath, Integrated Design Conference

Acoustic Design, Talks/ Conferences
From 30th June to 1st July Bath University will hold the Integrated Design Conference.  This will bring architecture, engineering and construction industries together and will focus on the theme “Building our Future”. This forms part of Bath Universities’ 50th birthday anniversary celebrations, and recognises that in the 60’s, the combined Department of Architecture and Civil Engineering was very much founded on a philosophy of integrated design. During this conference, delegates will be able to enjoy debates and see developments in integrated design – taking account of the past 50 years, bearing witness to the present and also looking to the future.

Speakers will take part from both commercial and academic backgrounds, and the schedule is packed with provoking and challenging topics. MACH Acoustics’ Ze Nunes will speak on Thursday 30thJune in the 4-5pm lecture slot. Ze will present with Future of Windows: The Visualisation of Sound and the acoustics performance of open windows. His presentation will explain how heavy duty beautiful maths and engineering combine and translate – using some smart software and proper problem solving.
University of Bath, Integrated Design Conference

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Performance Network Webinar, with Foster and Partners’ Arpan Bakshi

FDTD modelling, Innovation, Talks/ Conferences
Ze Nunes has been invited to present a webinar entitled “Visualising Sound to Improve Open Window Performance”.  Arpan Bakshi, Performance Evangelist for Foster and Partners spotted Ze’s posts on linked in and found some shared interests. Arpan specialises in sustainability performance and organises the Performance Network.

This online seminar on June 2nd will address energy usage within buildings from ventilation systems and how architects can design for naturally ventilated offices, classrooms and other room types.  How can you treat the sound coming into a building to reduce noise levels? Which window types work better than others? 

Performance Network Webinar, with Foster and Partners’ Arpan Bakshi

Current understanding of the performance of open windows is low, mainly because the acoustics of these buildings is difficult to get to grips with. Here, Ze answers the key questions and helps you to better understand how to treat windows at the design stage – ultimately leading to improved energy usage and more efficient buildings. The visualisation of sound; the acoustic performance of open windows; clever mathematics; incredible software; and our retro toy, the Slinky, all play a part in this forward thinking webinar. 

Date & Time: Thursday June 2, 2016; 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM PDT (UK is 8 hours ahead of Pacific Time). 


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Bite Size Session at the Green Register, Bristol: May 12th 2016

Talks/ Conferences
The Green Register Bite Size session on Thursday May 12th  in Bristol will see Ze Nunes talk about the Future of Windows. This is open to members and non-members of The Green Register alike and is a great way to get up to date with this important subject without committing to a whole days’ training. In the session Ze will demonstrate how to take a green, forward thinking approach to all aspects of building acoustics including window design. Best practice, the latest data, as well as useful “sustainable rules of thumb” are included in the presentation. For tickets and further information register at:http://goo.gl/MGmgtx 

Bite Size Session at the Green Register, Bristol: May 12th 2016
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TED Talks UWE, The Innovative Attitude – The Challenges of Being too Clever

Talks/ Conferences

TED talks, always inspiring to listen to, and here’s Ze’s from MACH Acoustics, presented in the series of The Innovative Attitude back in January 2016. He entitled it “The Challenges of Being too Clever” and as well as providing an insight into what it’s actually like to identify a problem area, research and find solutions, this talk explains what it’s like in practise to get your idea across to an audience of architects, contractors and engineers who up until now had no idea that their challenges could just be overcome. 
This presentation gives a snap shot of MACH’s CPD style too – heavy enough on the engineering whilst being accessible to those who need and want to understand acoustics but who don’t specialise in it. It makes us start appreciating sounds, environments and how much we take our hearing for granted without paying it that much attention. It also explains how we hear things and how this affects us in our work and non working lives – ears and sound have a big part to play in our well being.

TED Talks UWE, The Innovative Attitude - The Challenges of Being too Clever
Click on the link below to play the talk (not the image above).


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Bristol Grammar School – new Performing Arts Centre inspires students

Acoustic Design, Talks/ Conferences
Following on from MACH Acoustics’ involvement with Bristol Grammar Schools Performing Arts Centre, Max Reynolds was invited to speak at a workshop at the school featuring this interesting project . The workshop saw participation from students, parents and industry professionals alike and the collaboration made it a special event – how inspiring for the 6thformers to hear first hand about how their very own performing arts centre came to being!
Note from this image the challenges of noise pollution coming from numerous sources
Bristol Grammar School - new Performing Arts Centre inspires students
And from this image, the plan of the site and the orientation of the building

Bristol Grammar School - new Performing Arts Centre inspires students

The new design of the space was the main theme, and their careers talk drew on these translatable life skills – encompassing all disciplines used in the construction industry. Max went on to give some insights into his own career as an acoustic consultant and no doubt in a few years to come MACH Acoustics will be able to gain from the new generation of enthused acousticians and engineers.

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Why architects need to use their ears: TED Talk by Julian Treasure

Talks/ Conferences
At MACH Acoustics this is just the kind of talk we’re interested in – Julian’s phenomenal TED Talk in 2012 was well received with architects, contractor and engineers alike.
“Because of poor acoustics, students in classrooms miss 50 percent of what their teachers say and patients in hospitals have trouble sleeping because they continually feel stressed”. Julian Treasure sounds a call to action for designers to pay attention to the “invisible architecture” of sound.
Please enjoy this talk for yourselves:
Arch Daily wrote about this presentation, “In architecture we talk about space and form. We talk about experience and meaning.  All of these qualities are inextricably the sensory experience of light, touch, smell and sound.  Sound expert Julian Treasure asks architects to consider designing for our ears, citing that the quality of the acoustics of a space affect us physiologically, socially, psychologically and behaviourally”.

MACH’s Ze Nunes will give a talk on Saturday 23rd January as part of the UWE Bristol series this year. Taking “The Challenges of Being Too Clever” as a title and featuring The Future of Windows he will explore how reasearch has led his innovative mind to this new way of working and overcoming age old acoustic challenges with clever engineering and brutal maths. See the previous blog entry for further information.
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