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ANC launches sound testing CPD

7th September 2022

National trade body the Association of Noise Consultants (ANC) has launched a CPD programme setting out the key issues around sound testing in buildings.

 

‘Approved Document E Sound Testing Registration Scheme,’ has been produced by a cross-industry group of acousticians, to provide insight into the key factors surrounding this specialist area of property development.

 

Produced for building inspectors and other construction professionals...

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Make a sound career choice with new acoustics apprenticeship

24th August 2022

A-level students looking to plot a rewarding career that takes a different approach from the traditional university degree route are being urged to consider a pioneering apprenticeship, designed to train the acousticians of the future.

 

The Acoustics Technician Level 4 Apprenticeship has been developed as an employer-led, industry initiative, with support from the Association of Noise Consultants (ANC) and the Institute...

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New award launched to recognise star quality in acoustics

22nd August 2022

A new award category has been launched, to recognise emerging talent in the acoustics sector.

 

The Rising Star accolade is being held as part of the John Connell Awards 2022, held by the Noise Abatement Society.

 

Sponsored by the ANC and ANV Measurement Systems, the shortlist will be announced on Tuesday 27th September 2022.

 

Shortlisted entrants will be invited to attend the awards...

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Making a sound choice in converting existing buildings to residential status

3rd May 2022

As the global pandemic creates a new order across towns and cities, a surge in the number of enquiries regarding sound levels in the conversion of commercial buildings into residential spaces is being reported.

 

Members of the Association of Noise Consultants (ANC) are seeing a significant increase in enquiries across the UK from architects and builders looking to find the best...

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ProPG and AVO

10th January 2022

The Institute of Acoustics (IOA), The Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH), and the Association of Noise Consultants (ANC) have issued a joint statement regarding ProPG (Professional Practice Guidance: Planning & Noise) and AVO (Acoustics, Ventilation & Overheating) Guide. The statement seeks to clarify the relationship between the two documents.

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