What is acoustics testing?
Industrialisation and affluence has led to rising levels of noise pollution in the environment today. With limited space resources, residential buildings and commercial developments are situated closer together. Prolonged exposure to noise can lead to serious physical, mental health problems and possibly create environmental disturbances.
With countries introducing legislation to control noise levels, businesses are exploring ways to keep their noise levels down, by measuring factory noise levels, using special building materials and utilising engineering and technology to reduce equipment noise to acceptable levels.
How TÜV SÜD can help you with acoustic testing
Our acoustic testing service helps you evaluate, measure, and improve sound performance across products and infrastructures.
We provide:
- Acoustic tests for airborne and structure-borne noise
- Certified noise testing services for regulatory compliance
- Advanced sound insulation testing for buildings and materials
- Laboratory-based and on-site acoustics testing
With a global network of noise testing labs, we ensure your results are accurate, consistent, and recognised.
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Start your acoustics testing journey with us today.Products suitable for acoustics testing
Our acoustic testing services support a wide range of products and materials across industries. We help you validate performance, ensure compliance, and improve sound quality through reliable acoustics testing.
Products we test include:
- Building materials and elements (walls, floors, roofs, partitions)
- Electrical and electronic equipment
- Office and communication equipment
- Industrial automation and machinery
- Home appliances
- Noise attenuators and sound barriers
With our noise testing services, you can confirm sound performance and optimise sound insulation testing across applications.
TÜV SÜD's acoustics testing facilities
Our certified noise testing lab is one of the most comprehensive in Southeast Asia, designed to deliver precise and repeatable acoustic testing results.
Key facilities include:
- Sound insulation test suite with paired reverberation chambers
- Large reverberation chamber for absorption testing
- Semi-anechoic chamber for controlled noise measurements
- Portable equipment for on-site acoustics testing
All testing is conducted according to international standards, including ISO, ASTM, BS, IEC, and national requirements.
