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Noise control enclosures for industrial equipment.
American Industrial Hygiene Association Journal
|November 1, 1979
Summary
This study details fabricating noise enclosures for industrial machinery to reduce employee noise exposure with minimal operational impact. Engineering data and noise reduction results are evaluated for screw machines, plastic regrinders, and high-speed presses.
Area of Science:
- Industrial Engineering
- Acoustic Engineering
- Occupational Safety
Background:
- Industrial machinery generates significant noise, posing risks to employee hearing.
- Existing noise reduction methods can impede machine operation and maintenance.
- A need exists for effective noise enclosures that maintain operational efficiency.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present fabrication techniques for effective noise enclosures.
- To demonstrate noise reduction in operational settings with minimal hindrance.
- To evaluate engineering design data and noise attenuation performance.
Main Methods:
- Fabrication of custom-designed enclosures for specific machinery.
- Integration of enclosures with screw machines, plastic regrinders, and high-speed presses.
- Performance evaluation through engineering design data analysis and noise level measurements.
Main Results:
- Successful implementation of noise enclosures on various industrial machines.
- Demonstrated significant reduction in employee noise exposure.
- Attained minimal to no operational hindrance, allowing full view of machinery.
Conclusions:
- Noise enclosures are a viable solution for reducing workplace noise.
- Effective enclosure design balances noise attenuation with operational accessibility.
- The presented techniques offer practical methods for improving occupational safety in noisy industrial environments.