our technologies

One of the core pillars of Soundzipper is our technology. We firmly believe that our cutting-edge technologies deliver the +1 experience in all our solutions. We dissect, investigate, and propose critical solutions using the consultant's expertise to match creativity–to deliver the holistic experience clients want.

INSUL suspended ceiling assembly model.
INSUL brick wall construction model.
INSUL transmission-loss graph and construction table.
INSUL materials editor.

Insul

What is INSUL?

INSUL allows the customer to get an accurate and cost efficient method to receive the acoustic quality they deserve. With this, we are able to recommend solutions to ensure optimal sound isolation for walls, ceilings, roofs, glass glazing and floors.

Why do we use INSUL?

INSUL is necessary to effectively understand how effective an existing partition works. With its aid, we are able to identify the possible threats of isolation. For instance, we use this to measure if a conversation is audible and distinct from one room to another; we do this in resorts, offices, F&B establishments, and classrooms. Not only that, it can also easily calculate the thickness of walls and partitions for auditoriums, churches, governmental and institutional locations–letting us work faster and more accurately. To top it off, INSUL can also calculate how effective a partition sound isolation works.

How does INSUL work?

It can accurately calculate data for the partition and its intention. With the software, we can show customers how different partitions may be used for different purposes (e.g how a partition for speech in a meeting room and a partition for instruments in a music room can vary in characteristics).

EASE model showing listener-seat placement.
EASE absorption coefficient model for steel bass traps.
EASE loudspeaker-position model.
EASE flutter-echo simulation.
EASE stereo image-shift simulation.
EASE simulation of diffusors reducing flutter echo.
EASE room model with listener seats.
EASE front and rear diffusor placement.
EASE Ridout room model.
EASE simulated reverberation-time comparison.
EASE sound-pressure map for a centre speaker.
EASE total sound-pressure map for all speakers.

EASE

What is EASE?

EASE is an acoustic and auralization software; it is also a system design platform that provides:

  • A detailed layout of a room,
  • A simulation of the acoustics and the sound system performance
  • A summary of analytical data to accurately pin-point areas of concern.

EASE helps our client to understand

  • 1. How spaces will sound like before and after treatment
  • 2. Where to properly position the loudspeaker/ hi-fi system
  • 3. How the audience and listeners will perceive the sound source
  • 4. How the volume is perceived at different positions in the room

How does EASE solve acoustic problems?

EASE maps out precise areas of concern in order to predict where absorption, diffusion, or reflection is required.

What else can EASE do?

EASE also calculates

  • Reverberation time
  • Speech transmission index - Sound pressure level
  • Room impulse parameters

How do customers benefit?

During the presentation and proposal stage, our consultants will discuss relevant data and insights regarding the acoustics of the room. The clients will be provided with a preview of how the future space will sound like. They will also be properly briefed about the necessary changes for each phase of construction.

Canossaville Hall architectural acoustic model.
Rhino acoustic particle study.
Rhino particle-analysis example.
Rhino room model.
Detailed Rhino room model.

Sketchup, Rhino and CAD

Our consultation team uses a mix of SketchUp, Rhino and CAD to show clients the layout of the new space. Utilizing these helps provide a level of discussion between relevant parties which include typical section drawings and shop drawings necessary for the task to be carried out.

SoundFlow absorber simulation.

SOUNDFLOW

What is Soundflow?

Software for simulation of acoustic absorber design e.g. bass traps, fabric absorber panels, and perforated absorbers.

Soundflow is especially useful in scenarios that involve:

  • 1. Prefabricated absorbers that do not target the key room modes in your studio
  • 2. Clients who wish to have a certain acoustic finish but want a different acoustic performance
  • 3. Clients inquire about the NRC and/or absorption coefficients of customized acoustic materials

How will this help clients?

  • 1. This software can design the most optimum acoustic absorbers that fit all types of room sizes; this includes tuned bass traps, targeted problem frequency absorbers, and generic broadband absorbers.
  • 2. Through Soundflow, clients are given a clear understanding of how different materials will affect their desired space, as well as an idea of the potential their space can achieve.
Olive Tree environmental-noise model.

OLIVE TREE

Our acoustic consultants use this software to calculate environmental noise.

Olive Tree abides by the following standards

Olive Tree assesses the situation to efficiently develop feasible solutions. And it’s perfect for spaces that require reports on road traffic; spaces that have loud crowds; alfresco style dining areas; and outdoor bars.

  • ISO 9613-1:1993
  • ISO 9613-2:1996
NTi Class 1 sound level meter.

THE NTI SOUND LEVEL 1 METER

What does it do?

It calculates the NC and STC ratings. Our NTi XL2 Sound Level Meter and M2230 microphone is Class 1 certified and meets the requirements of ​IEC 61672-1:2002 or an equivalent such as BS EN 61672-1:2003. It has lower tolerances in discrepant readings with the reference frequency of 1 kHz; Class 1’s tolerance limits are +/- 1.9dB while Class 2’s are +/- 2.2dB.

  • Measures sound pressure levels (SPL)
  • Measures reverberation time (RT 60) or quality of a room.
NTi dodecahedron loudspeaker set.
NTi dodecahedron loudspeaker and controls.

NTi Dodecahedron DS2 Speaker Set

It is an omnidirectional speaker that activates all room surfaces to obtain the most accurate testing conditions.

The optimized frequency response ensures precise measurements in accordance with the ISO 16283 and ISO 3382 standards.

Delta Ohm tapping machine.

Tapping Machine

Our company employs the Delta Ohm HD 2040 Tapping Machine–a normalized impact noise generator–to test for impact noise on the floor. Whether it be a basketball court, bass drums, or even the footsteps on the floor–it is the perfect tool. With the machine, we can measure the impact insulation class (IIC); the higher the class the better it is. This is in accordance to ​ISO 140-6, 140-7, 140-8 and ASTM E492 and E1007.

Reflex acoustic diffuser analysis.

REFLEX

What does it do?

We employ Reflex in cases where clients need customized diffusers or when they are unsure of the design works. Furthermore, Reflex enables us to estimate the diffusion and scattering coefficients of any customized diffuser.

1. Use Reflex to show clients how a diffuser can aid in eliminating echo in a space.