The Institute of Acoustics’ “Acoustics 2011” conference in Glasgow in September, themed “A new decade – a new reality: rethinking acoustic practice for the austerity decade”.
Is the “must-attend event for anyone connected with acoustics and involved with buildings”, according to IOA CEO, Kevin Macan-Lind. Being held at the Crowne Plaza, Glasgow, from 14-15 September, the event is organised by the IOA’s Building Acoustics, Environmental Noise, Noise and Vibration Engineering, and Measurement and Instrumentation Groups, and will feature “eminent speakers from universities and leading edge organisations, a packed programme covering diverse acoustics themes, workshops, and a choice of tours to intriguing nearby venues offering additional acoustics perspectives”. The conference programme will include presentations on subjects including:
• “Designing buildings inside out” – Andrew Parkin, Cundall.
• The revision of CIBSE Guides on noise and vibration – Bob Peters, AAD. r Managed services for construction site noise and vibration – Douglas Manvell and Phil Stollery, Bruel & Kjaer.
• “What you can get away with 90% of the time” – Simon Bull and Chris Gilbert, Castle Group.
• Recent developments in noise and health – Bernard Berry, Berry Environmental.
• Acoustic design of water features for the built environment – Laurent Galbrun, Heriot-Watt University.
• Environmental Impact Assessment – Richard Perkins, Parsons Brinckerhoff.
