Noise Controlled Effectively at Durham University

Case Study Overview

Durham University will be developing their estate to include an enterprise hub and provide space for students to experiment with business ideas.

Challenge

Part of the university’s development plan included excavation work for new nodes and ductwork for data installations. They needed to ensure onsite noise was controlled as this work was located on a narrow, cobbled residential street within Durham’s busy city centre, where a high degree of public access was required.

Solution

Soundex Acoustic Curtains were fixed to the front were fixed to the front of the Herras fencing panels with cable ties. Using this product resulted in the reduction of noise outside of the working area to an acceptable level, which controlled the hazard and eliminated the risk to the public.