FDI Acoustics Inc. services

The Noise Impact Assessment (NIA) is a technical report that presents the calculated existing or future noise impact of a facility on its environment.

Sound Monitoring Surveys document the sound environment at a specific reception location throughout a measurement period.

FDI understands the need for balanced, cost-effective noise control. There is no benefit to issuing recommendations that are impractical in either cost or performance. Ideally, noise control is best considered during the design phase of a project. Retro-fitting, although necessary in some situations can be costly, not only for the necessary noise mitigation measures, but in lost time and production to accommodate the installation process.

An Oil and Gas Trust with operations located in Central Alberta received a noise complaint from an area resident with regard to the noise level of a recently installed booster compressor unit. The operator learned that the complaint was dually filed with the local field office of the Energy Resources Conservation Board (ERCB) now the Alberta Energy Regulator (AER). The operator contacted FDI Acoustics seeking sound advice as to the correct procedures to be taken in response to the noise complaint.

FDI Acoustics Inc. was previously contacted by a representative for a group of landowners and residents concerned about possible noise levels. The group sought assistance from FDI in order to to gain a better understanding of the potential noise impact of a sizeable proposed energy development near their homes.