Business Details
40 Years
experience
Trusted Acoustic Consultants in Clydebank
Founded in 1986 by Dick Bowdler and Colin Frier, New Acoustics has been a leading provider of acoustic consultancy services across Scotland and the UK. Our team combines decades of experience with a pragmatic approach to noise, vibration, and building acoustics, delivering tailored solutions for complex projects. We specialise in sectors such as education, healthcare, industrial, and environmental acoustics, ensuring compliance with standards like BB93, BREEAM, and WELL. Our directors hold leadership roles in the Institute of Acoustics and the Association of Noise Consultants, reflecting our commitment to industry excellence. Based in Clydebank since inception, we maintain a client-focused philosophy, prioritising clear communication and practical advice.Our expertise spans from initial design to on-site monitoring, supported by advanced acoustic modelling and measurement technologies. We are registered with the Federation of Small Businesses, Constructionline, and the Institute of Acoustics, underscoring our professional credibility. Our track record includes high-profile projects such as the Queensferry Crossing and Passivhaus schools, demonstrating our technical proficiency and adaptability. We invest in staff development, ensuring our team remains at the forefront of acoustic innovation and regulatory changes. With a focus on sustainability and community impact, we provide solutions that balance technical precision with real-world applicability.
Services
Building Acoustics
Environmental Noise Assessment
Vibration Measurement
Planning Submissions
Sound Insulation Testing
Noise Impact Assessments
Acoustic Design
Room Acoustic Modelling
Construction Noise Monitoring
BREEAM Compliance
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We offer over 35 years of specialist acoustic consultancy experience.
- Our team includes directors with leadership roles in industry bodies.
- We provide pragmatic solutions for complex acoustic challenges.
- Registered under the ANC sound insulation testing scheme.
- Expertise in Passivhaus, BREEAM, and WELL building standards.
Associations and certifications
- Institute of Acoustics
- Association of Noise Consultants
Services
Building Acoustics
We provide comprehensive acoustic design for buildings, ensuring compliance with standards like BB93 and Part E. Our expertise covers schools, hospitals, and residential developments. We deliver practical solutions from initial design to pre-completion testing.
Environmental Noise Assessment
Our assessments evaluate noise impacts from industrial, transport, and construction sources. We advise on mitigation strategies for planning applications, ensuring compliance with local authority requirements and environmental regulations.
Vibration Measurement
We measure and analyse vibration from construction, rail, and industrial sources. Our services include assessing human exposure, structural effects, and reradiated noise, supporting planning and dispute resolution.
Room Acoustic Modelling
Using Odeon software, we model room acoustics for spaces like schools, auditoriums, and offices. Our simulations optimise sound distribution and speech intelligibility, ensuring functional and compliant designs.
Sound Insulation Testing
We conduct pre-completion sound insulation tests under the ANC scheme. Our services cover airborne and impact noise, ensuring compliance with building regulations and BREEAM requirements.
People
Anne Budd
Director
Anne has over 20 years of experience in acoustics, specialising in environmental and building projects. She leads technical work at New Acoustics and chairs the Institute of Acoustics in Scotland.
Martin Wilson
Director
Martin specialises in noise and vibration, with expertise in construction management and underwater monitoring. He co-owns New Acoustics and manages high-profile infrastructure projects.
Nick Bruce
Acoustic Consultant
Nick focuses on industrial noise modelling and acoustic software development. He leads design input for major projects and oversees sound insulation testing schemes.
Craig Savory
Acoustic Consultant
Craig conducts environmental noise assessments and building acoustics measurements. He supports large-scale education and healthcare projects as a registered ANC sound insulation tester.
Callum Forsyth
Assistant Acoustic Consultant
Callum specialises in room acoustic modelling for schools and medical facilities. He uses Odeon software to optimise acoustic performance in complex spaces.
Questions
What areas do New Acoustics cover?
We operate across Scotland and the UK, working on projects in education, healthcare, industrial, and environmental sectors.
Are New Acoustics qualified to provide expert advice?
Our team includes directors with leadership roles in the Institute of Acoustics and the Association of Noise Consultants, ensuring high expertise.
What services does New Acoustics offer?
We specialise in building acoustics, environmental noise assessments, vibration measurement, sound insulation testing, and room acoustic modelling.
How does New Acoustics ensure quality?
We are members of the Institute of Acoustics and registered under the ANC sound insulation testing scheme, adhering to strict professional standards.
Can New Acoustics handle large-scale projects?
Yes, we have managed high-profile projects like the Queensferry Crossing and Passivhaus schools, demonstrating our technical and logistical capabilities.
Do New Acoustics provide noise monitoring?
We offer construction noise monitoring and environmental noise surveys, using advanced equipment to ensure compliance with regulations.
