Acoustic performance of composite floors

Publication 322

Steel Construction Institute, 2003
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Current

Supplement

Civil & Structural Supplement

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Abstract

Amendments to Part E of the Building Regulations came into effect in July 2003 and set more demanding requirements for the performance of separating floors and walls between dwellings. The performance standards include airborne sound insulation of walls between dwellings (separating walls), and both airborne sound insulation and impact sound transmission for floors between dwellings (separating floors).

History

A technical information sheet to meet the new requirements of Part E of the Building Regulations (2003). Updated and extended by guidance offered in P372 Acoustic detailing for steel construction (2008).

ISBN

9781859421468

Subjects

  • Building structure
  • Floors/balconies/stairs
  • Composite floors
  • Special subject areas
  • Acoustics
  • Sound insulation

Publisher History

With over 30 years experience, the Steel Construction Institute provide technical expertise and best practice to the steel construction sector.

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NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.

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