[A REVISAR] The importance of good acoustics in offices

Acoustics in offices are very important. According to the Spanish Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs: “Noise is one of the most common pollutants in the workplace, including non-industrial workplaces such as offices”. Moreover, there are numerous sources of noise in the workplace, for example:

• Noise from the building services themselves: lifts, water pipes and lighting installations, but above all the ventilation and air-conditioning system.
• Noise from office equipment: this includes printers, telephones, computers and photocopiers.
• Noise produced by people: one of the most disturbing aspects is conversation, especially conversations in which we are not directly involved but which are intelligible. Other sources of noise are people moving around or their activities (stapling, knocking, etc.).

Today it is very important to be able to provide employees with a sustainable working life. An office with proper acoustic treatment is vital to achieving this.

Why are acoustics so important?

Achieving good acoustics in the workplace brings numerous benefits for both the individual and the company, turning it into a sustainable workplace.

• Adrenaline is reduced by 33%
• It is an essential factor in increasing concentration levels by up to 55%
• Motivation is not diminished and can increase by up to 60%
• Performance improves by 20%
• Stress is reduced by 25%
• …

It is important to take into account the type of office in question, which can be divided into:

1. Open-plan offices, where the aim should be to reduce the effect of sound propagation.
2. Enclosed offices, where we will seek to avoid reverberation and increase sound absorption.
3. In short, the aim is to find the best acoustic solution for each environment.

For all these reasons, think carefully about the materials and design of these workplaces and try to use those that bring major benefits for everyone. If you wish, THU can provide acoustic reports for our products.

If you need more information or would like to ask about our ceilings, please do not hesitate to contact us by sending an email to: marketing@thu.es or by calling: +34 96 134 51 23

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