The building acoustics service by AC Acustica provides comprehensive solutions for sound insulation and noise control in buildings, ensuring compliance with passive acoustic requirements and Minimum Environmental Criteria (CAM) for sustainable construction.

Building Acoustics Services

Acoustic design according to DPCM 5/12/1997: We ensure compliance with passive acoustic requirements in buildings through accurate design of insulation systems for walls, floors, and roofs.

Compliance with updated Minimum Environmental Criteria (CAM): We support the design of buildings compliant with CAM requirements, with particular attention to acoustic comfort and environmental sustainability according to the latest regulations.

On-site acoustic testing – Specialized service: We carry out comprehensive instrumental verifications to certify compliance with passive acoustic requirements in completed buildings, using methodologies in line with current standards.

On-Site Testing of Passive Acoustic Requirements

Testing methodology according to UNI EN ISO 16283:

  • Facade sound insulation (D2m,nT,w) – Measurement of insulation performance from external noise
  • Insulation between units (DnT,w) – Verification of acoustic separation between adjacent apartments
  • Impact sound insulation (L’nT,w) – Control of impact noise transmission
  • Service equipment noise (LASmax, LAeq) – Assessment of noise emissions from building systems

Testing process:

  1. Measurement planning according to UNI 11367 and UNI EN ISO 16283
  2. Execution of sound measurements using Class 1 instrumentation
  3. Data processing and calculation of acoustic performance indices
  4. Preparation of test certificate with compliance/non-compliance outcome
  5. Optional acoustic classification of the property unit according to UNI 11367

Benefits of professional testing:

  • Official certification of acoustic performance
  • Legal protection for builders and buyers
  • Early identification of any non-compliance issues
  • Support for targeted corrective actions that are effective and efficient

Building Types

Residential buildings:

  • Insulation between adjacent housing units
  • Control of noise from shared building systems
  • Compliance with passive acoustic requirements

Social and public housing:

  • Application of CAM in public procurement
  • Optimization of cost vs. acoustic performance
  • Energy-environmental building certification

Hospitality structures:

  • Design for guest acoustic privacy
  • Insulation from common areas and systems
  • Control of noise from hospitality activities

School buildings:

  • Classroom acoustics according to UNI 11532
  • Insulation from gyms and laboratories
  • Noise control in common areas

Healthcare facilities:

  • Design for care and rest environments
  • Insulation of operating rooms and wards
  • Control of noise from medical equipment

Reference Regulations and Standards

Passive acoustic requirements:

  • DPCM 5/12/1997 – Passive acoustic requirements for buildings
  • UNI EN ISO 16283-1,2,3 – On-site measurement of sound insulation
  • UNI 11367:2010 – Acoustic classification of building units

Minimum Environmental Criteria (CAM) – Updated regulation:

  • DM 23/06/2022 – CAM for public building design services

Technical standards:

  • UNI EN ISO 717-1,2 – Evaluation of sound insulation in buildings
  • UNI 11296 – Installation of windows and doors
  • UNI 8290 – Residential construction – technological system
  • UNI EN 12354 – Calculation of building acoustic performance

Design Methodology

Our approach includes:

  • Preliminary analysis of regulatory and design constraints
  • Predictive calculations of acoustic performance according to UNI EN 12354
  • Material selection and optimal construction systems compliant with CAM
  • Construction details to avoid acoustic bridges
  • Technical specifications for correct installation
  • Testing plan for final performance verification

Materials and Technologies

We design using:

  • Drywall systems with high acoustic performance
  • Certified acoustic insulation materials mineral and synthetic CAM-compliant
  • Sound-absorbing materials for reverberation control
  • High soundproofing windows and doors

Full Service Phases

  1. Regulatory analysis and definition of CAM performance objectives
  2. Acoustic design and predictive calculations
  3. Construction phase support and acoustic supervision
  4. Final acoustic testing according to UNI EN ISO 16283
  5. Performance certification and acoustic classification
  6. Post-construction assistance for any corrective measures

Contact AC Acustica for building acoustic design, testing of passive acoustic requirements, and CAM consultancy in compliance with the latest regulations.