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The Optimus+ for environmental sound monitoring.

Specifically designed as an environmental noise meter, our Optimus+ Environmental is the ideal solution for measuring and monitoring exposure to noise pollution and environmental noise sources, such as construction works, wind farms or industrial sites.

Discover the capabilities of Optimus+ Environmental on our website:

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Research shows that noise pollution is having a more direct impact on the natural world than we knew before.

Research has found that zebra finches are 20% less likely to hatch and the growth of baby birds can be stunted due to exposure to man-made noise.

Read the full article here: https://hubs.la/Q02CZz7z0

Repeated or long exposure to sounds at 85 decibels (dB) or above can cause hearing loss.

Here’s a simple guide to understanding how loud is too loud:

🔴 0 dB Quietest sound a healthy human ear can hear
🔴 60 dB Normal conversation
🔴 88 dB Heavy traffic
🔴 90 dB Lawnmower
🔴 91 dB Pneumatic drill
🔴 100 dB Nightclub
🔴 110 dB Live gig/concert
🔴 160 dB Fireworks

Cows respond to sound.

Research has shown that some cows produce more milk when they listen to music. Apparently, they prefer slow paced music and milk yield can increase by 3% per day on the easy listening music days!

The roaring noise of the British Grand Prix at Silverstone, which is considered by many F1 fans to be part of the thrill of the sport, is generated by the turbocharged, high-performance engines, which can rev up to 18,000 RPM and produce over 1,000 horsepower.

We support noise management and planning at motorsport tracks around the world through our market-leading technology, which indicates where measures are needed to protect the hearing of race crew, drivers and spectators.

For more on noise monitoring in motorsport visit https://hubs.la/Q02CZnVj0

Action is being taken to improve soundproofing at Real Madrid’s Santiago Bernabeu stadium after noise complaints due to live gigs, including Taylor Swift - whose concert last month in Edinburgh made the earth move and was detected by seismic monitoring equipment!

Looking for your next challenge? Cirrus Research plc is hiring!

We're looking for a Management Accountant, C # Software Developer and a Digital Marketing Coordinator to play a critical role in driving our market-leading business forward.

If you'd like to find out more about the business, roles and how to apply please visit: https://hubs.la/Q02DRbPY0

Music is a major part of Glastonbury, but each year festival organisers are faced with new recommendations, questions and complaints about noise levels – including low frequency noise.

Low-frequency noise is one of the leading causes of sound-related disturbance and is related to headaches, tiredness, trouble with concentration, irritation and pressure on the eardrum - a concern for local residents, staff and festival goers.

Did you know? Over 1 billion young adults are at risk of permanent, avoidable hearing loss due to unsafe listening practices.

We’re committed to developing innovative technology which contributes to the understanding, prevention and eradication of noise-induced hearing issues and environmental noise pollution worldwide.

Find out more about Cirrus Research on our website https://hubs.la/Q02CZ8xB0

Researchers at the University of Oxford and Save the Elephants have found evidence that African elephants listen and react to ground vibrations created by human activity.

Conservationists are concerned that man-made noises may interfere with the signals that elephants receive from the natural world and impact their survival.

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Our well-established range of Optimus noise level meters has become synonymous with easy, accessible noise monitoring.

📢 Now we’re taking Optimus to the next level, by:

- Streamlining the range
- Introducing easy identification
- Doubling the memory capacity
- Enhancing technical functionality

Find out more about the updates to Optimus on our website:
https://hubs.la/Q02B3xdZ0

Whether you’re looking forward to the football or not, there’s certainly a lot of noise about it!

(See what we did there?)

⚽️ Here’s a football fact for you…

The average level of noise during a stadium football match is around 90 dB. Just four hours of exposure to that level of noise can cause permanent hearing damage.

Car noise in the UK has been controlled since 1929 when Motor Cars (Excessive Noise) regulations were first introduced. New cars are now required to meet Europe-wide noise limits which have been progressively reduced from 82 dB in 1978, to 72 dB set in 2016.

How do you feel about road noise in your area?

The Nederlander Theatre Group used our noise measurement solutions to ensure audience and staff were not being exposed to excessive sound levels during performances in theatres.

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Always up for a challenge… the Cirrus Research team have signed up for the Scarborough Dragon Boat Challenge!

The aptly named, Sound Crowd, will be hoping to paddle their 12-metre-long Dragon Boat to victory on Sunday 16th June in aid of Saint Catherine’s Hospice in Scarborough.

To support the Sound Crowd and our nominated charity, Saint Catherine's Scarborough please donate using the link below.

https://hubs.la/Q02yfgBz0

Good luck team!

Did you know? Festival volume is generally around 90 to 100 dB outside. Inside a festival tent or concert hall, this could be between 95 to110 decibels, or higher.

Noise levels at events can impact both festivalgoers and nearby communities but, with effective noise monitoring, the impacts can be managed to ensure a safe, fun, enjoyable experience for everyone. ✅

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One of the biggest complaints when spending time outdoors in the garden during summer is noisy neighbours!

Here are a few gardening tips to help tackle the problem:

🌳 Create a good soundproofing wall of greenery between gardens. Separating your garden makes a big difference.

🌼 Move your garden furniture back against your house wall to make your noise louder to you.

🌱 Lawns are a natural sound barrier and can reduce noise levels by up to 10 dB.

🪴 Rough surfaces absorb sounds - willow work or evergreen plants such as bay, strawberry trees and conifers can help to reduce noise all year round.

For over 50 years we have been developing British-made sound, vibration and air quality technology, providing measurement and monitoring solutions worldwide.

Find out about us on our NEW website: https://hubs.la/Q02wMQBJ0

The most common type of anti-social behaviour reported to the police, local authorities and housing associations is noise disturbance.

Almost every aspect of anti-social behaviour involves some level of noise, from parties to noisy neighbours.

Our technology is used to help with noise nuisance complaints. By measuring and monitoring noise, professionals can work out how to resolve issues.

If you are an individual who is experiencing nuisance noise, you should contact your local authority or housing association to report it.

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Did you know, having two ears helps us figure out which direction sounds are coming from?

Having hearing loss in one ear, will usually make it harder to decipher where a particular sound is located.

Our ears are incredible, it’s important to take care of them.

Nuisance noise can have a range of effects on our mental health.

Our brains constantly monitor sound for signs of danger, even when we sleep. As a result, loud, frequent and prolonged exposure to noise can increase sensitivity and trigger anxiety or stress.

As it’s Mental Health Awareness Week this week, it’s a good time to make mental health a priority and consider how the level of noise you are exposed to might impact your mental health.

There’s more information on noise pollution and its effect on people on our website: https://hubs.la/Q02wMQqk0

Residents in Frontenex, France, have had trouble with some very noisy neighbours!

Villagers complained to police after they were kept awake at night by a group of loud frogs in a local garden!

Frogs make noise to find mates and rely on sound to reproduce, this makes them particularly vulnerable to noise pollution - which means our noise is probably much more harmful to them than their noise is to us!

We have launched our new website! Why not take a look around?
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Noise pollution is one of the main causes of complaints and disputes in the construction industry.

Construction sites have a responsibility to make sure any noise, dust and vibration is kept to a minimum – this is where our products come in handy!

Our technology is used around the world to help make sure any disruption caused by construction sites is carefully monitored and managed.

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A consistently noisy classroom could lead to hearing damage, stress and other noise-related issues for both teachers and children.

High noise levels can also disrupt a child’s concentration, development, behaviour and productivity and significantly impact children with special educational needs and disabilities.

See our solutions for monitoring classroom noise on our website:
https://hubs.la/Q02v7pPD0

Did you know? When planning a festival, organisers will often have to ensure the event stays within set noise limits. To do this, specialist noise measuring equipment is used.

Cirrus technology is used by festival organisers across the UK to deliver precise noise data so festival staff, audiences and local residents are protected.

Want to know more? Visit our website:
https://hubs.la/Q02sp-YB0

We’re celebrating Earth Day. 🌎

Launched to help safeguard the Earth's natural resources, Earth Day raises awareness across the globe.

At Cirrus, our commitment to the protection and conservation of the natural world goes beyond helping organisations manage and reduce noise pollution. We’re dedicated to minimising our impact on the environment including installing solar panels and disposing of electronic waste safely.

We have more on our blog: https://hubs.la/Q02tBncG0