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HVCA BECOMES B&ES ON 1 MARCH 2012
The Heating and Ventilating Contractors’ Association (HVCA) is rebranding and from 1 March 2012 will be known as the Building & Engineering Services Association (B&ES). The HVCA, established in 1904 as the National Association of Master Heating and Domestic Engineers, adopted the HVCA name in 1963. Bob Shelley, President of the HVCA comments, “ Back then, of course, that’s exactly how the majority of the members would have described themsel... [more]
Geberit will be present at Ecobuild
Geberit will be at Ecobuild 2012 in March with a stand packed full of excellent examples of the lengths it goes to in offering ease of installation combined with durable, high quality products. Taking centre stage at Ecobuild will be Geberit’s UP320 concealed cistern, the first of its kind to require no tools to maintain. Boasting a number of innovative features, the cistern which is fitted into the Duofix framing system, has been updated to e... [more]
InstallerLive 2012 announced new dates : 14-16 October at the NEC Birmingham in 2012
InstallerLive, the only national show dedicated to plumbing, heating and renewable installers working in the domestic and commercial sector, will run from 14-16 October at the NEC Birmingham in 2012. EMAP , show organisers announced these new dates in response to visitor and exhibitor feedback. InstallerLive will again open on a Sunday which proved incredibly popular for visitors and exhibitors this year but end on a Tuesday, with opening time... [more]
Weather louvres, solar shading and acoustic louvres from the Nationwide Louvre Company
Nationwide Louvre Company supplies and installs high quality extruded aluminium weather louvres, louvre screens, plantroom louvres, louvred doors, louvred penthouse enclosures, acoustic louvres, Brise Soleil and solar shading through out the United Kingdom and ROI. Nationwide Louvre Company have five standard louvre blade profiles of 34mm, 50mm, 75mm, 100mm and 150mm but will manufacture any size blade required using CNC tooling. Most louvres... [more]
Mitsubishi Electric MSZ-GE heat pumps deliver energy efficiency and quiet operation
The new energy-saving AA-rated M Series models from Mitsubishi Electric offer a combination of inverter technologies with highly efficient heat exchangers to deliver superior energy efficiency at the quietest operation possible. Mitsubishi Electric heat pump systems have always been among the quietest on the market and with its super-quiet ‘Silent Mode’ of operation at just 19dB, the MSZ-GE Series is now the quietest heat pump available. Th... [more]
Other Noise control news and reviews
Acoustical Solutions, Inc. Continues to Provide Access to Noise Control in the Middle East
RICHMOND, VA - Palme Middle East is the region's longest standing trade event for the professional sound, light, audio visual, music, entertainment and systems integration industries. Located in Dubai, one of the seven principalities that make up the United Arab Emerites, the Palme Show features over 200 exhibitors and 800 brands. Acoustical Solutions, Inc., a leading manufacturer of acoustic ...
Music Review: A Joyful Noise
Reviewed by Adam Markovitz | B-
Noise test to pick on two-wheeled vehicles
I haven't checked with my neighbours, but I'm pretty sure they were not sad to see the tail lights of my old Volkswagen recently as it drove off to its new home.
Campaign vs dengue starts with noise barrage
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High-tech system lets restaurant set noise level
John Paluska wants his new Berkeley Mexican restaurant Comal to be lively. It would clash with his image if the restaurant were as quiet as a Carthusian monastery - he was, after all, manager of the rock band Phish for...
Dog-weary residents want noise law to be enforced
Evans Mill area residents are begging Craven County commissioners for peace and quiet after listening to penned hunting dogs bark and other racket for 3½ years.
Noise test at Basking Ridge bar inconclusive
BERNARDS TWP. – A test of noise from outdoor music at the Bamboo Grille proceeded under clear skies and scores of patrons on Saturday evening but the jury in this case, the Township Committee – is s
Better Hearing Institute Condemns Use of Sound Cannons (LRAD's) for Crowd Control during Chicago's May NATO Summit
WASHINGTON, May 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- In preparation for the thousands of anti-war activists expected to protest outside the NATO summit in Chicago this week, the city has reportedly ordered $1 million ...
'Sonic cannons' emitting pain-inducing noise to be used during Olympics to keep crowds under control
The powerful piece of kit which is manufactured in the U.S can be used to disperse crowds at London 2012. The machines will also be used to control riots at the European Championships.
Sheriff's Calls for week of May 17, 2012
The following calls were made to the Nelson County Sheriff’s Office April 30 through May 5: April 30 Noise violation, Riverside Drive Reckless driving, Thomas Nelson Hwy.
