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Nova isolates noise to quieten stations

Journal Article · · Pipeline and Gas Journal
OSTI ID:139831
This paper reviews a technique developed by Nova Corp., to help isolate and measure the acoustic power of individual components in a pipeline compressor and pumping station. The procedure calculates the sound pressure levels of each piece of equipment independently. Based on these measurements, a prediction can be made of the effect of various types of noise treatment techniques on the overall sound levels currently generated or proposed in a future project. This paper describes the equipment to measure the sound levels, techniques for actually measuring the compressor station or equipment area, and techniques used to generate a remediation plan.
OSTI ID:
139831
Journal Information:
Pipeline and Gas Journal, Journal Name: Pipeline and Gas Journal Journal Issue: 10 Vol. 220; ISSN PLGJAT; ISSN 0032-0188
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English