Occupational noise

Global Acoustic Damping Tiles Market Forecast Report (2019-2023): The Booming Construction Industry is Propelling Demand - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, January 28, 2019
Manufacturing, Other Manufacturing, Construction & Property, Other Construction & Property, Noise reduction, Acoustics, Soundproofing, Continuum mechanics, Noise pollution, Occupational noise, Mechanics, Waves

The "Global Acoustic Damping Tiles Market 2019-2023" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "Global Acoustic Damping Tiles Market 2019-2023" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The acoustic damping tiles market will register a CAGR of almost 6% by 2023.
  • The demand for acoustic damping tiles in the construction industry is growing with the increasing necessity to eliminate noise in residential and commercial spaces.
  • The need for proper disposal and recycling of acoustic damping foams are also limiting factors for the global acoustic damping tiles market.

San Francisco Restaurants Rated Among The Noisiest Nationwide & On Par With Those In NYC, According To Recent Data From Hundreds Of Venues

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Tuesday, December 18, 2018
Audiology, Hearing, Perception, Occupational safety and health, Health, Noise pollution, Industrial hygiene, Auditory system, Hearing loss, NOiSE, Occupational noise, Ear

"Bay Area restaurants can be quite loud, and those with hearing loss or sensory disorders may be socially excluded if there is too much noise."

Key Points: 
  • "Bay Area restaurants can be quite loud, and those with hearing loss or sensory disorders may be socially excluded if there is too much noise."
  • "This can pose a problem when you are trying to have a conversation, and can be dangerous to one's health.
  • SoundPrint ( https://www.soundprint.co ) is an app that enables users to find restaurants, bars and cafes nationwide by how quiet or noisy they are.
  • SoundPrint also enables patrons, managers and employees to monitor sound levels, raise awareness and protect against noise-induced hearing loss in the workplace.

Earplug market is expected to grow US$ 1331.6 Million by 2025 from US$ 612.5 million in 2017

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Wednesday, August 29, 2018
Sound, Noise pollution, Occupational safety and health, Perception, Noise reduction, Protective gear, Industrial hygiene, Earplug, Occupational noise, Permissible exposure limit, Pel, Noise regulation

LONDON, August 29, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Earplug market is expected to grow US$ 1331.6 Million by 2025 from US$ 612.5 million in 2017.

Key Points: 
  • LONDON, August 29, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Earplug market is expected to grow US$ 1331.6 Million by 2025 from US$ 612.5 million in 2017.
  • Globally, several countries have adopted occupational noise control legislation with varying degrees of comprehensiveness and sophistication.
  • In addition, the differences were also found among the countries with predefined standards for exposure limits and Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL).
  • In the coming years, the silicone-based moldable earplugs are anticipated to experience maximum traction from the end users.

SoundPrint Announces its "SoundPrint Certified Quiet List" of NYC Venues

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Tuesday, July 31, 2018
Sound, Noise pollution, NOiSE, Occupational noise, Decibel, Junoon

The SoundPrint app features a decibel meter for users to measure the noise level of an establishment and submit the results to the SoundPrint database.

Key Points: 
  • The SoundPrint app features a decibel meter for users to measure the noise level of an establishment and submit the results to the SoundPrint database.
  • To be eligible for the SoundPrint Certified Quiet List, restaurants must have multiple user submissions at the Quiet or Moderate noise level (75 dBA or lower) during peak days and hours.
  • The current list of SoundPrint Certified Quiet Spots includes restaurants such asBrasserie 8 , Grifone, il Tinello, Junoon, Peking Duckhouse, Radiance Tea House, Scalini Fedili, Tocqueville,Triompheand 212 Steakhouse.
  • "The SoundPrint Certified Quiet List was created to give restaurant patrons an easily accessible list of noise-friendly venues," said Scott.

UK-Based Quiet Mark Launches in U.S., Combatting Dangerous Noise Pollution

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Wednesday, July 18, 2018
Noise pollution, Hearing, Waves, Health, Noise Abatement Society, NOiSE, Pollution, Abatement, Occupational noise

The launch comes in collaboration with the renowned Good Housekeeping Institute, as they host the first ever "U.S. Quiet Mark Awarded Product Showcase."

Key Points: 
  • The launch comes in collaboration with the renowned Good Housekeeping Institute, as they host the first ever "U.S. Quiet Mark Awarded Product Showcase."
  • As reported by the World Health Organization, noise pollution is second only to air pollution as the biggest global threat to public health.
  • Szkiler's grandfather, John Connell OBE, founded the Noise Abatement Society in 1959, laying the groundwork for the Quiet Mark brand.
  • The Quiet Mark is now being used by companies across worldwide networks, with specific Quiet Mark campaign activity in Europe, Hong Kong, Japan and now North America, bringing the new Quiet Mark standard for peace and quiet for consumer technology to every continent.

When thunder roars, GO INDOORS!

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Wednesday, June 6, 2018
Electromagnetism, Noise pollution, Electric arcs, Atmospheric electricity, Storm, Weather hazards, Lightning, NOiSE, Occupational noise, Environment and Climate Change Canada

Every year, lightning can cause as many as 10deaths and 164injuries, in Canada.

Key Points: 
  • Every year, lightning can cause as many as 10deaths and 164injuries, in Canada.
  • Environment and Climate Change Canada has information to help Canadians reduce their exposure to the risk of lightning.
  • Keep in mind that the sound of thunder can be blocked by mountainous terrain and large buildings or masked by environmental noise, such as airplanes, traffic, and lawnmowers.
  • Lastly, remember to wait for a full 30minutes after the last roll of thunder before going back outside.

TEA-GN partnership: Full Mission Audio with advanced hearing protection included

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Thursday, May 17, 2018
Sound, Hearing, Industrial hygiene, Noise pollution, Occupational safety and health, Headphones, In-ear monitor, GN, Occupational noise, NOiSE

FalCom is a revolutionary intelligent communication solution with unparalleled noise management for defense and security forces.

Key Points: 
  • FalCom is a revolutionary intelligent communication solution with unparalleled noise management for defense and security forces.
  • The new product line will include best-in-class Full Mission features:
    Clarity enables users to localize sounds all around them without the need to remove the earpiece.
  • To maintain high quality communications at all times, FalCom will integrate seamlessly with military radio technology
    Protection allowing users to stay connected while benefitting from noise protection.
  • Anders Hedegaard, CEO of GN Hearing, adds: "The GN Group encompasses consumer, professional and medical grade hearing technology under the same roof.

Simple treatment may minimize hearing loss triggered by loud noises

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Monday, May 7, 2018
Sound, Audiology, Hearing, Occupational safety and health, Perception, Industrial hygiene, Noise pollution, Hearing loss, Noise-induced hearing loss, NOiSE, Occupational noise, Ear

LOS ANGELES, May 7, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- It's well known that exposure to extremely loud noises whether it's an explosion, a firecracker or even a concert can lead to permanent hearing loss.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, May 7, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- It's well known that exposure to extremely loud noises whether it's an explosion, a firecracker or even a concert can lead to permanent hearing loss.
  • But knowing how to treat noise-induced hearing loss, which affects about 15 percent of Americans, has largely remained a mystery.
  • To develop a treatment for noise-induced hearing loss, the researchers first had to understand its mechanisms.
  • The researchers found that treatment with these solutions prevented 4564 percent of neuron loss, suggesting that the treatment may offer a way to preserve hearing function.