Building better environments

We keep an eye on issues around the world that affect people and property in the built environment.

The Silent Impact

How Office Design Influences Workplace Conflict Through Acoustic Factors  As innovators and manufacturers of advanced cloud-based noise monitoring systems powered by artificial intelligence, we are always exploring the ways our technology can solve real workplace challenges. Recent academic research on office noise and workplace conflicts …

Enhancing Workplace Soundscapes with Indoor Sound Sensors In modern office environments, noise and poor acoustics are persistent challenges that can significantly affect employee productivity and well-being. As an expert in acoustics and a manufacturer of advanced indoor sound sensors, we recognise the importance of creating …

Why vibration monitoring? Vibration monitoring is crucial in construction and demolition due to the heavy machinery used, which produce significant low-frequency vibrations. These vibrations, carrying high energy levels, pose risks to nearby buildings and structures, but can also cause a significant nuisance to local residents.  …

Setting noise limits and thresholds for construction sites is essential to protect the well-being of workers, nearby residents, and the environment. Regulations should be established based on the specific characteristics of each site, considering factors such as proximity to residential areas, time of day, and …

In the world of acoustics there are countless terms and parameters, each used for different applications. Sonitus Systems noise measurement products are mainly focused on environmental monitoring in applications such as construction & demolition, industry, hospitality (e.g. music festivals) and smart buildings. In this glossary …

What can the IOT air quality market learn from Sonitus’s experience in monitoring construction and other industrial sites Seetheair.org recently published an interesting article on the saturation of  IOT air quality manufacturers and the over-focus on low-cost sensors, generating unintelligent data rather than value-added insights. …

Innovating for Wellbeing

Last month, our managing director Paul McDonald, served on the international judging panel for the Global ESG Awards (https://globalesgawards.com/), with the worthy winners being announced at MIPIM.  These awards, significant for environmental, social, and governance (ESG) within the construction and real estate sectors, highlighted the …

The Sonitus Systems team recently participated in the Geo-Congress 2024, an event organised by the ASCE Geo-Institute. This event, held in Vancouver, British Columbia, brought together professionals from various sectors to discuss and explore the latest advancements in geotechnical engineering and related fields. Automated Systems …