There are quite strict requirements for noise control in different settings today. The goal is to improve occupational health and safety, provide benefits for people who live nearby, and minimise the impact on the environment. Tools like natural gas silencers are therefore more vital than ever. You need to think carefully about your whole package though, including ensuring you don’t have acoustic weak spots that could lead to big noise problems.
No patterns
The biggest problem is that weak spots always tend to be unique, even if you have the exact same package. They don’t typically follow any specific pattern at all. As a result, you need to explore all the various different reasons that could lead to noise issues.
What you need to do is consider two broad categories of noise sources; typical and atypical.
Typical noises are ones you expect. For example, if you have heavy machinery or large fans turning at high rotations, it is normal for it to be noisy. There can be several acoustic weak spots here, such as exhausts, safety valves, air intakes, pipes, and fans.
Atypical noises are ones you wouldn’t normally expect. Often, they happen because of the location. Or, you may have noise due to insufficient maintenance. Some common examples of acoustic weak spots here include steel structures, roofing, and mechanical contact.
What to do?
Solving acoustic weak spots can be tricky, but there are lots of different options. For example, you could choose natural gas silencers, quieter equipment, and insulation.
The most important thing to keep in mind is it is easier to address noise from the outset. You’ll have an easier time designing and building a quiet facility than you will if you try to retrofit and reduce noise.
If you want to maximise noise control, it is best to begin with a full noise assessment at the design stage. Focus on ensuring you have a low noise package. Most importantly, make sure you have as few acoustic weak spots as possible.
After construction, you should do another noise assessment to pinpoint any weaknesses you may have missed. You can then react and install sufficient controls like pipe lagging, enclosures, and silencers. This will go a long way to achieving your noise targets. Plus, make sure you develop a suitable maintenance plan.
Talk to us about natural gas silencers
Ventx is a fantastic company to work with if you have noise goals to achieve, especially if your industry has tough regulations. Crucially, we can use acoustic modelling software to make a predictive noise model for different facilities. With it, we can then determine where silencers would be beneficial. We’ll design the ideal equipment for every need, including vents, safety valves, and more.
So, speak to us today if you would like to learn more about natural gas silencers or other equipment. Most crucially, if you work with us we will ensure you get a reduction in noise without compromising performance in any way.
