Living in a large city like Los Angeles has its perks, but they do not include “peace and quiet.” Compared to a city like Manhattan, L.A. is a dream – but L.A. doesn’t share the same ironic benefit of New York where sirens just blend into the ongoing dull roar of the rest of the city. Without that … [Read more...]
The Sound Problems Facing Los Angeles
Sound Pollution: What It Means for You
Noise is a normal part of urban life. Whether it is the sound of traffic on the many roads, or the constant blaring of television and radios, sound is constantly framing our lives. … [Read more...]
Company Adds New Sound-Absorptive Retrofit System To Product Line
SHREVEPORT, LA – In an ongoing effort to broaden and diversify its product line, Sound Fighter® Systems, has announced the introduction of the Sound Fighter RetroSorb® absorptive (NRC) retrofit system.“Although the majority of our business and focus remains on the noise barrier segment, our … [Read more...]
What Exactly IS a Decibel?
You have probably heard the word “decibel” before, but you may not know exactly what it is.To set the record straight, a decibel (abbreviated dB) is the unit used to measure sound. The more decibels something generates, the louder it is. The Scale The decibel scale has a very wide range. The … [Read more...]
Acoustical testing confirms 36 STC for SonaGuard wide-span barrier
Sound Fighter® Systems enlisted the services of ETS-Lindgren Acoustical Research Lab near Austin, Texas to conduct formal acoustical testing on the company’s new SonaGuard® wide-span noise barrier panels. … [Read more...]