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25th Jan 2019
The human ear is an extremely versatile and amazing hearing device. It has a clever in-built mechanism that reduces its own sensitivity as the sound level rises and it also…
04th Jan 2019
Tips on how to measure sound and manage the noise measurement process Join the noise experts Pulsar Instruments on their face-to-face training courses and gain vital insight into how to…
12th Dec 2018
Pulsar Instruments’ AnalyzerPlus Software has changed. Following our customers feedback we’ve completely overhauled our licence free sound measurement software to give users a quick and simple way to download and…
30th Oct 2018
Pulsar Instruments is pleased to announce that it has a selection of used sound level meters, noise dosimeters and acoustic calibrators available to buy online. The ‘used’ stock is from…
01st Oct 2018
We often get asked what the difference between a Class 1 and Class 2 sound level meter is, and which one do I need? This is actually quite a difficult…
27th Sep 2018
How do you know if you have a noise at work problem? Hearing loss caused by exposure of workers to excessive noise levels at work continues to be a significant…
09th Sep 2018
Personal Ear Protection – the last resort PPE should always be regarded as a ‘last resort’ to protect against risks to safety and health in the workplace. The provision of…
30th Aug 2018
In this article we consider whether this is true and explain why it’s still essential to protect your employees hearing [First Published in Health and Safety Matters July/August 2018] After…
29th Aug 2018
The Nova Outdoor Noise Measurement Kit – 24/7 Environmental noise measurement We often get asked about continuous mid- and long-term environmental noise measurement for outdoor sites such as construction sites,…
19th Aug 2018
Where to buy noise meters and other noise measurement instruments The best place to buy noise meters, noise dosemeters, noise warning signs, and Hand-Arm Vibration meters is through Pulsar Instruments…
09th Aug 2018
Open plan offices can offer great benefits in terms of ease of communication but the No.1 gripe of anyone who works in this environment is office noise! This is evidenced in…
13th Jul 2018
In most cases the sounds we hear are not steady noises, instead the sound pressure level fluctuates over time as well as appearing to vary in tone and magnitude. To…
06th Jul 2018
Recalibration of Noise Meters FAQs Many of the questions we get asked are about recalibration of noise meters, in particular, we are often asked “why do I need to recalibrate…
05th Jul 2018
The UK’s National Health Service (NHS) celebrates it’s 70th birthday today. Among many of the varied roles it undertakes, it’s has provided help, advice and treatment for thousands of people…
11th Jun 2018
Follow our 5 tips to help control workplace noise According to HSE statistics it appears the number of new claims for Noise-Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL) claims are falling but over…
08th Jun 2018
“Practical advice on ways to carry out Noise Control and reduce noise at work, including how to select the correct level of hearing protection and carry out noise reduction activities.”…
07th Jun 2018
Musicians: entitled to legal protection just like any other worker Whilst the subject of the long term effects of noise for performing arts professionals has always been sensitive and difficult…
25th Apr 2018
You have to make some noise to end it Pulsar Instruments Plc (25 April 2018) – On International Noise Awareness Day 2018 we’re making some noise about ‘Noise at Work’. “It is…
11th Apr 2018
In October 2018 the World Health Organisation (WHO) published their findings from an international investigation into how much noise affects us, including asking ‘Does noise pollution cause stress?‘. It concluded it…
11th Apr 2018
In October 2018 the World Health Organisation (WHO) published their findings from an international investigation into how much noise affects us, including asking 'Does noise pollution cause stress?'. It concluded…
29th Mar 2018
What is acoustic shock? (and what’s the impact on the music industry)? A review of a recent UK Court Ruling of Acoustic Shock injury to one the Royal Opera House’s…
14th Mar 2018
We’ve delivered another successful Noise Awareness Course! Pulsar Instruments has successfully delivered its March One Day Noise Awareness Course to Health and Safety professionals in York. The course, which took…
01st Feb 2018
What is Leq? Leq is the equivalent continuous sound level. If noise levels are rapidly changing over time then the ‘average level’ becomes an important tool in any noise assessment,…
14th Jan 2018
Acoustic Glossary – A Guide to Common Noise Measurement Terms Are you bamboozled by Bels, confused by Calibration, or left-wanting by Weightings? Let our industry guide to acoustic terms and definitions…
21st Dec 2017
Make hearing loss prevention your New Year’s Resolution As thousands of people start to think about their New Year’s Resolutions for 2018, you can guarantee that most of them will…
08th Dec 2017
Help stop costly claims for noise and vibration damage Pulsar Instruments, a world recognised manufacturer and supplier of noise measurement equipment for Noise at Work, is pleased to announce its…
27th Nov 2017
How loud is loud? (and other noise measurement questions…) Long term exposure to noise at work can damage your hearing. That’s a fact. It’s also a fact that noise induced…
27th Nov 2017
Chesterfield College of Further Education was the first of many UK education institutions to install the innovative PulsarSafeEar noise activated warning system in their workshops with great success to control…
24th Nov 2017
Get Noise At Work Aware Pulsar’s noise at work awareness training course is widely recognised by employers as a must have for anyone with health and safety responsibilities to ‘get noise at…
16th Oct 2017
A new noise meter calibration service is launched. Pulsar Instruments are pleased to announce that it is now able to offer a traceable recalibration service for all makes and models of noise measurement products…
