As children, we’re told by our teachers to pay attention. But what if the classroom acoustics were hindering our ability to hear? In traditional learning environments, there are many sources…
Interest and adoption of mass timber construction have been swift since it made its debut in North America in 2012. Demand has only multiplied with growing interest in biophilic design,…
Construction is synonymous with noise and vibration. There is no disputing it. However, in certain situations, noise and vibration can and must be controlled. Not only can it cause damage…
For many smaller speciality consultants in our industry, developing strategic company goals to pursue certain sectors and clientele is typical, but many do not capitalize on the natural partnership of…
Describe your career pathI studied mechanical engineering at the University of Adelaide (one of only five women in a class of 50). I took an acoustics specialty subject in my…
In Ontario, the demand for electricity is projected to grow 1.7 per cent annually over the next two decades as the population grows. This is coupled with expected reductions in…
How did acoustics, noise, and vibration become your specialization? My career path didn’t start out in acoustics. I went to school for mechanical engineering, and in university, we very briefly touched on vibration….
How did acoustics, noise, and vibration become your specialization? Ever since my high school physics teacher explained how bass in music goes through walls, I’ve had an interest in the way sound waves…
Mental health has become more of a focus in recent years as organizations work hard to educate, provide resources and remove the stigma associated with mental illness. And, for good…
In physics, a collision is any event in which two or more bodies exert forces on each other in a relatively short time. At Aercoustics, collision is our way of…
Strategy is critical to business survival. But with the speed of business accelerating and constant market disruptions, is a five or 10-year business plan viable anymore? Perhaps for companies that…
One of the greatest benefits of renewable energy is that it uses resources straight from the environment to generate power. That means, as long as the sun keeps shining, we…
If you have been binge-watching Netflix shows or catching up on movies, you will likely come across many scenes shot close to home. Canada has long been a popular destination…
How did you arrive at Aercoustics? I first came to Aercoustics as an intern in 2011 via my university’s professional experience year program. I saw the company’s job posting in the…
What does Friday look like in your office? For many, there is the after-work drinks or social lunches, some have moved to reduced summer hours and for others they are…
How did acoustics, noise, and vibration become your specialization? My first exposure to acoustics came from growing up learning and playing instruments; in my case, the piano and trombone. This musical background led me…
How did acoustics, noise, and vibration become your specialization? In April 2002, I was hired out of university to be an “air-head”, so to speak, for a medium-sized engineering consulting firm. Air-head because the typical…
For the past few years, I have been volunteering several hours a month working with other acoustic engineers at our professional engineering body, Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO). The work was of…
In 2015, I wrote my first article here discussing the proposed changes to the National Building Code and what the impact on acoustics. In 2020, the Ontario Building Code (OBC) followed…
In 2005, Hurricane Wilma wiped out power across Florida causing businesses to close and grocery stores to lose inventory due to spoilage. Residents were left frustrated by long lines and…