BABICHacoustics

02/25/2026

Data centers may be located near communities. That means environmental noise from rooftop equipment, generators, and cooling systems must be carefully evaluated and controlled.

Through predictive modeling, field measurements, and coordination with design teams, we help ensure facilities meet local noise ordinances and performance criteria.

Discover how acoustics plays a critical role in data center design in our newest blog post. https://www.babichacoustics.com/sounds/data-centers

02/23/2026

Sound affects your everyday environment more than you'd think. Whether you're at home, work, school, or anywhere in between, acoustics plays a major role in your experience. Next time you are out and about, take a moment to stop and consider the environment around you.

02/20/2026

For data centers, the main goal of environmental noise control is to bridge the gap between high-output industrial productivity and community noise control requirements. Designing with acoustics in mind early in the project helps avoid costly retrofits and performance issues later.

Read our February blog to explore how acoustical consulting supports long-term facility success. https://www.babichacoustics.com/sounds/data-centers

02/17/2026

Not all walls are equal – even walls with the same acoustic ratings. Without proper construction, noise can pass through penetrations, lightweight materials, or shared surfaces. That’s why sound isolation is about more than just adding mass. It’s about the full assembly-- types and spacing of studs, insulation, as well as window and door selections. Want the appropriate privacy between tenant spaces? It starts in the early concept design phase.

02/14/2026

Roses are red,
Sound travels through air,
Good acoustics matter,
So people don’t stare.

Happy Valentine’s Day from all of us at BABICHacoustics!

02/13/2026

Assessing how noise from airplanes, rail lines, highways, or industrial sites impacts a new facility or nearby residences is essential to improving interior acoustics and ensuring tenant comfort. Contact us to assess any unwanted noise or vibration at your property or facility!

02/13/2026

Jeff and Martin are excited to attend SMPS Columbus What’s Coming: 2026 Capital Improvement Plans Event this coming Tuesday, February 17, in Columbus, Ohio. This is a great opportunity to stay on top of what is happening in Columbus's built environment by learning about upcoming projects and connecting with decision-makers. If you will be in attendance, we would love to connect!

📣Last Call: Registration Closes This Friday at 3 PM! 📣

Don’t miss this month's program, What's Coming: 2026 Capital Improvement Plans. This event brings together local leaders to share firsthand updates on upcoming projects, funding priorities, and growth strategies- giving AEC professionals the chance to gain early insight into project opportunities, connect with decision-makers, and position themselves at the forefront of the region’s next wave of growth. For more information and to register: https://zurl.co/xSZ7O .

📅 Date: Tuesday, February 17, 2026
⏰ Time: 11:30 AM – 1 PM
📍 Location: Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau 4‑H Center

02/11/2026

Valentine’s Day and the weeks before and after are some of the busiest days of the year for restaurants. The first challenge is to find a space that has an open table. A second challenge arises that many do not realize until they are inside the restaurant.

Visit our blog to learn about how restaurant acoustics can affect your dining experience, and what acoustical engineering can do to help. https://www.babichacoustics.com/sounds/restaurants

02/09/2026

BABICHacoustics reviewed an environmental noise concern at the Residence Inn located in the heart of the Oakland neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. The noise source was an adjacent building. Recommendations were made to work with the neighbor to provide an acceptable noise level at the hotel property.

Visit our website to learn more about this project! https://www.babichacoustics.com/residence-inn-oakland

02/05/2026

In open offices and collaborative spaces, total silence isn’t always the goal; steady background noise can improve speech privacy. A sound masking system is one solution to be considered. Introducing a consistent noise level within an office space can help reduce distractions and increase confidentiality. It is less about adding noise and more about improving occupant auditory comfort.

01/29/2026

Transforming existing buildings into exciting new facilities for clients is something we are excited to support in the future! It is gratifying to assist architects and other engineers in the revitalization of educational spaces. We enjoy helping reimagine them for a new generation of scholars!

Learn more about adaptive reuse in our blog: https://www.babichacoustics.com/sounds/adaptive-reuse-in-higher-education