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NOISE CONTROL PRODUCTS AND
SERVICES
TechFocus Newsletter
~ August 1999 ~

Looking for a sound-proof working environment?
Here is a chart showing the acceptable levels of noise for various environment as per a
Beranek, L.L., Noise and Vibration control study. (Recommended noise levels in various
work settings with continuous background noise.)
| Work setting |
Max. level
in (dB) |
| Executive office and conference room |
34 |
| Lab, design area and secreterial area |
47 - 56 |
| Regular office and computer |
52 - 61 |
Mechanics area
(conversation and communication) |
56 - 66 |
Working area without communication
(no danger for the auditive system) |
66 - 80 |
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