Wooden beam ceiling: Measurement of impact sound reduction on lightweight construction ceilings according to ISO 10140-3

The Soundlab in Alsdorf near Aachen has now been expanded to include a service in addition to the solid ceiling test stand for determining the impact sound reduction of ceiling overlays and suspended ceilings: With the help of a wooden beam ceiling test stand, the lightweight construction cover ceiling is available in the test laboratory. With this test stand, the sound experts can test the insulation of the impact sound according to DIN EN ISO 10140-3.

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In this test, the impact sound of the wooden beam ceilings can be reduced by means of standard hammering or rubber ball (for low frequencies). This reduction is given as a result for the structure.

 

Our customers are from the following sectors, among others?
  • Manufacturers of ceiling supports
  • Floor coverings
  • Floating screeds
  • Subfloor systems

 

 

Your advantages at a glance
  • Obtaining measured values on wooden beam ceilings (for renovation and existing buildings)
  • Cost-effective testing option, the reference ceiling is permanently available in the laboratory
  • Reliability in the planning and evaluation of constructions in timber construction

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