Comtest buys 4128-D-002 head and torso simulator
22 March, 2010 byComtest has invested in a head and torso simulator (HATS) that incorporates a type 3.3 artificial ear.
Jaycar Electronics QM1592 Pro sound level meter
27 January, 2010 byThe QM1592 Pro sound level meter is suitable where accuracy, repeatability or validation of noise levels is required. A calibrator is built into the instrument to verify and authenticate results.
3M N1-100 noise indicator
27 January, 2010The 3M N1-100 noise indicator alerts users to potentially dangerous noise levels, helping identify areas where hearing protection may need to be worn. Users simply clip the noise indicator to a shirt or jacket and the LED delivers a clear indication (red or green flashing LED) when noise levels exceed a potentially hazardous threshold.
Control of noise in the workplace - Part 3
11 November, 2009Part 3 - how to get the most out of noise measurement surveys to ensure that the noise in the workplace can be controlled, so as to not be a hazard for workers.
Control of noise in the workplace - Part 2
02 November, 2009 by Casella (represented in Australia by Trio SmartCal)Control of noise in the workplace - Part 2: Differences between sound level meters and noise dosimeters.
Control of noise in the workplace
20 October, 2009 by Tim Turney, Product Manager, Casella CEL Ltd (represented in Australia by Trio SmartCal)Part 1 of this three-part article examines what needs to be measured in the workplace to determine if noise levels are safe or not.
Sound assessment system
07 August, 2009 byThe NGARA sound acquisition system records and measures sound in real time, with logged data saved as formatted lists of sound pressure level measurements. Samples are taken every 100 ms.
Digital sound level meter
07 August, 2009 byThe Exair 9104 digital sound level meter is an instrument that can measure and monitor the sound pressure level in a variety of industrial environments. Exposure to high noise levels for an extended period of time can lead to permanent hearing loss for workers who don’t wear proper hearing protection.
In-ear dosimetry
07 August, 2009 byThe Howard Leight QuietDose personal dosimeter measures and records in-ear exposure to noise, measuring the actual noise levels reaching a worker’s eardrums in real time, over an entire work day, providing personalised data to create a hearing conservation program for each worker.
Noise meters
07 August, 2009 byThe Rion NL series of sound level meters is designed to conduct spot checks by end users and acoustic consultants around areas of potentially high levels of noise including production plants, construction areas, air-conditioning manufacturing and installing, local councils and government.
Single use foam earplugs
20 July, 2009Laser Lite Single Use Foam Earplugs are one of many hearing protection options from Howard Leight.
Study shows individual training is the key to hearing protector effectiveness
03 July, 2009A US-based study on the effectiveness of hearing protection devices has shown that one-on-one training is the most effective means to ensure proper protection for wearers.
Hearing protection
09 June, 2009 byThe Jazz Band hearing protection device has been redesigned to provide greater protection against noise, to SLC (80) 18 dB, Class 3 rating, as well as 50% less band pressure to increase comfort. The SLC rating was increased by designing the soft, tapered, foam pods to correspond to the shape of the ear canal.
Industrial noise dosemeter
09 June, 2009 byThe Pulsar 67 data logging personal dosemeter is designed to be carried in a pocket or on a belt to measure and record noise levels in potentially noisy workplaces; its measurement functions determining compliance with industrial ‘Noise at Work’ regulations and standards.
Custom-fitted earpiece
09 June, 2009 byThe SonoCustom Hearing Protector is a re-usable earpiece that is custom fitted and adapted to provide maximum protection. The earpieces are fitted on the spot, taking around 30 minutes to provide the user with a pair of individually tailored hearing protectors.
