ARM Acoustics

ARM Acoustics is an independent consultancy, providing services in the field of noise and vibration. We undertake projects for a wide variety of clients in both the public and private sectors, including developers, architects, contractors and other enablers in the construction industry.

The company is a member of the Association of Noise Consultants, whilst individual members of the team demonstrate extensive experience in the various aspects of acoustics and are accredited by the Institute of Acoustics and the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health.

Examples of our services include:

• Environmental noise impact and planning assessments;
• Acoustic design services for residential, commercial and industrial buildings, schools, theatres & auditoria;
• Transport schemes, including road, rail and air;
• Construction noise and vibration;
• Expert witness services;
• Vibration assessment and control;
• Environmental permitting;
• Entertainment licensing assessments;
• Sound insulation testing; and
• Noise at work assessments.

Environmental Noise Impact Assessment

Whether as part of an Environmental Noise Impact Assessment or a stand alone planning application, noise can be a decisive factor in determining consent.  We have extensive experience of delivering noise and environmental impact assessments for residential, commercial and industrial developments, as well as major transportation schemes. The broad nature of our services means that we will be able to deliver permissions and consents for your scheme, though detailed assessment and integrated design.

• Planning applications;
• Discharge of planning conditions;
• Appeals;
• Stakeholder consultation and third party negotiations;
• Expert witness;
• Initial site appraisal and due diligence; and
• Environmental Impact Assessment.

Construction Noise and Vibration

The Control of Pollution Act sets out the legal framework for construction noise and vibration issues and compliance with its requirements is essential to contractors. Our team have a long and successful track record in managing construction noise issues on numerous major projects. Our services include:

• Consents management and Section 61 applications,
• Environmental Management Plans;
• Noise calculations and prediction of vibration levels;
• Compliance monitoring and site management;
• Development of policies, Codes of Practice and procedures;
• Noise insulation and compensation schemes;
• Training;
• Specialist advice on noise and vibration control; and
• Expert witness

Acoustic Design Services

Whatever the nature of the building, the design must consider the specific needs of the end user and provide an appropriate acoustic environment. We are able to offer a fully integrated acoustic design services for all types of building, including residential, commercial and industrial buildings, schools, theatres and auditoria. We have extensive experience, working with developers, architects or as part of multi-disciplinary teams, to deliver schemes that meet the specific requirements of the end user, and are developed in accordance with best practice and statutory requirements. Our services include:

• Specification of design requirements;
• Assessment of sound insulation for external and separating structures;
• Provision of good acoustic environments within buildings;
• Acoustic product specification;
• Acoustics design and specification for mechanical services; and
• Sound Insulation testing.

Statutory Nuisance Noise

A number of legal provisions have been introduced to abate noise nuisance, including the Environmental Protection Act, Control of Pollution Act, Noise and Nuisance Act, Clean Neighbourhoods Act and the Licensing Act. Our team can provide expert advice in all aspects of statutory nuisance noise and other aspects of housing and landlord / tenant law. The range of expert services includes:

• Developing policies and procedures for managing noise issues;
• Service review and needs assessment;
• Interim management support;
• Investigation and assessment of noise nuisance;
• Single joint expert;
• Negligence, professional liability and insurance claims;
• Training and lecturing; and
• Research.