In my 10 years experience as an Export Sales Manager, I am often approached for a Sound level meter with little additional information as to the intended use of the instrument. Sound level meters come in a range of different configurations which lend themselves to different applications. When enquiring to purchase a sound level meter the most important piece of Read More…
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What is the Difference Between Class and Type for Sound Level Meters?
The sound level meters and noise dosemeters that Cirrus manufactures are designed to meet the performance criteria laid down in various standards. For example, the optimus sound level meters are designed to meet the requirements of BS EN 61672-1:2003 which is also known as IEC 61672-1:2002. Within these standards there are many different performance criteria that the instrument must meet Read More…
15 Year Warranty for Cirrus noise measurement instruments
Cirrus Research is delighted to announce that it is now able to offer a 15 year warranty on its noise measurement equipment. Such is our confidence in the reliability and strength of our products we are happy to put âour money where our mouth isâ by providing this new extended warranty to any acoustic instrument manufactured by Cirrus Research from Read More…
Why do instrument standards have different dates?
I’ve been asked recently to confirm if a sound level meter is marked as meeting IEC 61672-1:2002, does it also meet BS EN 61672-1:2003? Instruments such as sound level meters are designed to meet certain standards and these are published by a range of International, Regional and National standards organisations. In the case of sound level meters, the standards that Read More…
Why don’t Noise Dosemeters have a Class or Type designation?
All of the noise measurement instruments that you use should comply with one or more standards which specify the accuracy that the unit should have. There are many different standards for noise measurement instruments such as sound level meters, noise dosemeters and acoustic calibrators and these will each have their own specific requirements, tolerances and performance criteria. Email Send Message Read More…
Hear the world in different colours at the A+A Trade Fair
Visit Cirrus Research on stand B14, Hall 6 Cirrus Research, specialists in the creation and production of noise measurement equipment, will be exhibiting at this yearâs A+A Trade Fair, 18-21 November,Dusseldorf,Germany. On its stand, Cirrus Research will be holding a free prize draw to win either an iPad2 or an Optimus Red sound level meter – the ideal instrument for Read More…
Nuestro sitio web para el mercado latinoamericano ha sido actualizado!
Lo hemos actualizado con información sobre la nueva generación de sonómetros âoptimus redâ y âoptimus greenâ, y también se incluyen detalles sobre los nuevos kits para jefes de seguridad et los para mediciones de ruido en exteriores. Encuentra más información sobre nuestros productos y servicios aquà – www.ruidoambientalyocupacional.com Expand your Noise Knowledge!Signup to the NoiseNews blog for the latest article Read More…
Made by Cirrus – Noise measurement instruments designed, manufactured and supported in the UK
If you’re looking to buy a sound level meter or noise dosimeter, where better to buy it from than direct from the manufacturer, Cirrus Research plc. We know the equipment inside out and can help you choosing the right instrument and when it comes to calibration and support there’s no one better than Cirrus to give you the level of Read More…
Do you have a question about noise measurement?…then ask Cirrus Research
Cirrus Research has recently updated its blog, NoiseNews, which offers individuals the chance to learn more about noise measurement and the types of equipment available. Visitors to the blog can now participate in the âQuestions and Answersâ section by completing the âDo you have a question?â box, located on the right hand side of the web page, with questions concerning Read More…
Update for the NoiseTools Software to v1.3.0
A new version of the NoiseTools software has been released (12th August 2011) with a range of new features and functions added. The new version is v1.3.0 and existing users can update their Noise Tools software free of charge using the update function built into the NoiseTools program. NoiseTools supports the optimus sound level meters and the Trojan Noise Nuisance Read More…
