One objective of the National Construction Code (NCC) is to ensure that the occupants of adjoining residential dwellings, such as villas, townhouses, units and apartments, are not subjected to excessive noise transmitted from adjoining dwellings.

In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre and Think Brick’s senior structural engineer, Michael Koungras will talk you through the benefits of acoustics performance, specifically when using masonry materials such as clay brick, and how you can ensure occupants experience minimal external noise.

The podcast incorporates the following topics:

• The importance of acoustic performance 
• Acoustic performance requirements in the NCC 
• The four classes of buildings which follow these requirements 
• The two values when determining the acoustic performance of masonry walls 
• How to comply with the acoustic performance requirements of the NCC

 

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Mentioned in the episode:

Think Brick Technical Factsheets

Think Brick Technical Manuals

The National Construction Code

Australian Building Codes Board

 

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