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ISO 12354:2017
Every couple of enclosures will be calculated following your requirements definition.
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3D model
Check that the acoustic model of the building matches your design.
Noise emission
Applying ISO 12354-4, SONarchitect will show the sound outdoor sound emission of your building.
Requirements
Create room types and apply those definitions to every room.
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What SONarchitect users say
We recently changed from other building acoustics software and our own tools to SONarchitect. To put it in a nutshell, it is now not only possible to predict complex buildings' acoustics, but it is much more fun to simulate building acoustics than ever before. No more quirky graphical user interfaces, but a well designed software that delivers good results.
Looking at the workflow for acoustical prediction from outdoor noise over to building acoustics ending with room acoustics, SONarchitect is the missing piece in the puzzle. This entire workflow chain outputs not only the weighted sound reduction index but frequency dependent results: using CadnaA for outdoor noise, Insul for inhomogeneous constructions, SONarchitect for building acoustics and Odeon for room acoustics.
So far, we have never had the need to read the manual. First of all, it is easy and intuitive to use as the separation in working modes was a clever decision and is implemented very well. There is no wizard-like GUI; I can navigate as I want, back and forth. All menus and dialogues are clear and only needed elements are included. And if there is once a need to understand certain functionality, the tutorial videos are great and explain everything that is needed in detail.
We often have to discuss the results with our clients, in particular the meaning of decibels. Without doubt, if you're not a professional working daily in the field of acoustics, it is definitely a difficult task to imagine different values and results given in decibels. But with the graphical output and the navigation through all paths combined with the 3D auralisation we now can show and play our clients what the results mean in a very effective way.
Marco Kuster - Kuster + Partner AG
http://www.kusterpartner.ch/
Fouad Bechwati - Principal 21dB
https://www.21db.org/
As technical as acoustics can be the vast majority of my clients are primarily interested in a simple answer to what can be a complex question. That is “do we comply with acoustic regulations?”. SONarchitect simplifies this process of explanation through its easy to understand output and intuitive visuals. The document reporting function also allows for reporting in a manner which suits my requirements.
I find using the program very intuitive and it doesn’t take long to model a large building; which is a major plus compared to other building acoustics software. The integration with other programs such as Insul is of great benefit and is also a good indication that the software is willing to engage and move with the times.
Jevin Dunne - Acoustic consultant
http://www.sweco.se/
Teddy Kaeriyama Yanagiya - Design coordinator Harmonía Acustica
http://www.harmoniaacustica.com.br/
The SONarchitect purchasing by Giner has been a paradigm shift in our noise control and acoustic comfort projects, in commercial and specially in residential buildings.
With the brand new Brazilian normative, for residential buildings, we could accelerate the project accomplishment and, more important, simulate various scenarios with different building elements and assist our clients in choosing materials and construction details in a very fast way that meets the performance, at a reasonable cost, currently, a huge value addon of Giner.
The user inerfaces are very intuitives, in less than two days our engineers started to simulate and generate reports for buildings up to five floors.
User of other similar software tool for more than five years, SONarchitect is a new world in sound insulation calculations for buildings.
We appreciate Sound of Numbers developments and support.
José Carlos Giner - Head Consultant Giner Sound Vibration
http://www.giner.com.br/
We just start using SONarchitect for Building Noise Control Consultation. It makes our job lot easier and faster. We can do comprehensive building analysis and design with SONarchitect. We can integrate our building noise control design and our architectural acoustics design. So our client can have a better understanding about what they will hear in their room.
Before using SON architect we have to calculate transmission loss paneling one by one. After that we analyze noise path and calculating noise prediction. We have to do calculation with several software to get what we want.
We are very happy because we can do more comprehensive work faster with accurate result. And the most important it makes our clients happy too.
Hervin Gunawan - Head Consultant ALTA Integra
http://www.altaintegra.com/
S. Kandaswamy
SONarchitect provides a reliable and straightforward way of assessing in detail the sound insulation performance of separating and external constructions. This is particularly beneficial in larger buildings, where it allows for comprehensive appraisal of even the most complex layouts. The graphical output is extremely valuable in the context of client/design team liaison and it is also ideal for demonstrating compliance with a variety of popular building rating standards.
Chris Dilworth - Director of Acoustics AWN Consulting
http://www.awnconsulting.com/
Felipe Paim - Acoustic Consultant Audium
https://www.audium.com.br/
With SONarchitect it has been possible for the first time to analyse the sound insulation performance of an entire building project, and with direct comparison to the relevant sound insulation requirements.
The user interface is very good, and the calculation time is close to nil, even for very big projects. Details on a single transmission path or the statistical overview for all calculation results - both are easily accessible. SONarchitect has set a mile-stone in computer modelling and brought building acoustics to a new age.
With a glance to the ongoing fast development in 3D design and modelling tools for architects, this software means a very big step forward in the direction of integrated Building Information Modelling (BIM) also for building acoustics.
Jens Holger Rindel - Senior consultant Multiconsult AS
http://www.odeon.dk/jens-holger-rindel
Higini Arau - Arau Acústica
http://www.arauacustica.com/
After having used other software for EN 12354 calculations for many years, it has been a revelation to change to SONarchitect. The possibility of being able to calculate whole buildings with the correct room geometries and junctions selections, all in one working process has reduced calculation uncertainty, made optimisation of building constructions more effective, and given added value for our clients.
On-board extra modules giving the possibility of calculating single and multi-layer constructions as data input to the EN 12354 calculations is a welcome addition, and as it is integrated in the same program, the transition of data between modules is quick and easy.
We have used SONArchitect ISO on a variety of projects including housing, hotels, teaching facilities, offices and industrial buildings and the possibility of making specific requirements for each project type is perfect.
Although a great program - as it does a great deal more and better than other software for EN 12354 calculations - our feedback concerning possible new features has always been appreciated and taken seriously. The staff at SoundOfNumbers have been extremely helpful, quick and highly professional responding to questions and suggestions for further developments.
Richard Ballinger - Ballinger Acoustics
http://www.ballinger-acoustics.dk/
Since we work with SONarchitect it is possible for us to evaluate the airborne and impact sound transmission within buildings, as well as the sound transmission of external noise quickly and clearly according to the European standard DIN EN 12354. On the one hand, this ensures an enormous increase in the quality of our standard proof and, on the other hand, we provide planning security for all those involved in the construction.
The workflow in SONarchitect is structured. The input of the geometry is done via XY coordinates analogous to a commercial CAD program and can be constantly checked on the basis of lying in the background 3D model. Just as logical is the definition of component assemblies and building acoustics requirements. After only a few hours, we were able to calculate our first project with SONarchitect.
SONarchitect has an extensive component data base with the acoustic data of a large number of components which are continuously increasing. These include walls, ceilings, roofs, facades, intentional constructions (wall panels and floating screeds), as well as windows, doors and glazing.
The additional program INSUL completes the performance of SONarchitect. With INSUL, the acoustic parameters of individual components or composite constructions can be easily evaluated. Depending on the project, a construction from INSUL can be inserted directly into SONarchitect's own component catalog in order to be evaluated automatically as complex building or complicated individual situations regarding their structural requirements for sound insulation.
So today we can evaluate designs that deviate from the standard structures of DIN 4109 in a building acoustics analysis. The results can be impressively demonstrated by means of building acoustical auralization to our client. SONarchitect makes it possible to provide a realistic "hearing impression" about the influence of structural measures on the resulting sound in the reception room. Our buildings are subjectively experienced.
Rene Horsching - Krebs und Kiefer
http://www.kuk.de/
SONarchitect is at the heart of our CleVA service - Clear Visual Acoustics. Over time, we have realised that our clients don’t want to be over-faced with tables of inaccessible data to interpret before they can understand the acoustic performance of their project.
Through employing SONarchitect in our approach, Red are able to offer an acoustic package of Clear Visual Acoustics (CleVA) allowing our clients to see the same as us. In an instant, a clear, visual acoustic image shows how their potential design, an area of concern or an entire building is performing.
From pre-construction design guidance, to assessing alternative constructions and value engineering remedial measures, the advantages of using SONarchitect are evident.
With an emphasis on the visual, SONarchitect has enabled Red to provide CleVA, accurate acoustic guidance at any stage of the process, facilitating the provision of a fresh new approach to reviewing designs visually with the architect and design team.
Through the use of colour, SONarchitect helps Red to assess the acoustics of a full building accurately, allowing us and the client to see areas of concern immediately – and areas of success. The result is a CleVA, value-engineered design every time.
For Red, it makes Clear, Visual Acoustic sense to use SONarchitect.
Simon Webster - RedAcoustics
http://www.redacoustics.co.uk/
Nowadays, the acoustic projects are always restricted by the budget. Most of the engineers and architects may think that acoustic insulation means overcost.
With SONarchitect we could show how, making a deep study of the whole building, an optimization of the budget is possible. Now we can improve the acoustic performance of the building just locating the worst points and the best points.
Improve the insulation of the worst cases and insert a cheaper solution in the best cases, you save money and the building gets a better acoustic efficiency.
Óscar Outumuro - Sonen, Ingeniería Acústica
http://www.sonen.es/
Eventually an easy-to-use instrument to study sound insulation in complex buildings and use the EN normative to its best.
Frequency evaluation of each transmission path and elasticity of junctions help make thorough decisions for each living unit within the building.
The 3D models help studying projects and explain critical points to clients that are not experts in acoustics. It is very useful for applying the recent Italian UNI 11367 normative on building acoustic classification.
Lorenzo Rizzi - Suonoevita
http://www.suonoevita.it