Implementation of noise data into building information model (BIM) to reduce noise in the environment and at workplace

Abstract

Noise mapping is the best way to present information on the acoustic pollution. To design noise protection measures, authors use modern software package SoundPLAN, which is based on the up-to-date normative documentation and scientific researches. The program allows importing the results of calculations to Autodesk tools. Improving the efficiency of the noise protection design process is executed through the implementation of building information modeling (BIM). Data exchange between SoundPLAN, AutoCAD 3D or Revit and Navisworks is used in the development of building information model. In the article we present a new approach to noise reduction through implementation of noise data into the overall information model of the infrastructure or building project. BIM helps to track the collision of calculated noise levels with residential buildings, protected premises and workplaces. It lays a basis for the sound proof allocation of workplaces and development of protection measures. BIM also serves as a support tool for the design process of sound protection barriers, since it helps to avoid interconnection of noise barriers basement with engineering networks or paste a barrier in the proper place to provide its efficiency.

Preparation of Industrial Noise Mapping and Improvement of Environmental Quality

“…In the literature, various noise mapping software are used in noise mapping simulations and it is observed that the most widely used noise mapping programs are SoundPLAN [ 12 , 14 , 17 , 18 , 23 , 25 , 47 – 50 ], CadnaA [ 15 , 19 – 21 , 51 , 52 ], and Predictor [ 16 , 36 , 53 ]. In the research of Butorina et al [ 12 ], SoundPLAN noise mapping software was used to analyze noise level, increasing the efficiency of the noise protection design process was carried out with the application of building information modeling (BIM). In the research, the development of the building information model was obtained using the data exchange between SoundPLAN, AutoCAD 3D, or Revit and Navisworks.…”

“…Buildings, topography, roads, or other important data must be modeled and defined to simulation software in the noise mapping process. Butorina et al [ 12 ] mentioned that the most effective way to determine noise protection measures is to use specialized software. In the SoundPLAN modeling process of this research, information about heights and elevation lines from Geo-Information Systems (as Autocad dxf file types) was imported into SoundPLAN, creation of a digital ground model which consists of information on the building heights and elevations was established, and entering of parameters of noise sources and buildings in SoundPLAN were identified according to field information.…”

“…For these reasons, it can be necessary to define noise data of industrial units and industrial units’ sound insulation properties in the noise modeling program. Butorina et al [ 12 ] stated in their research that building information modeling was used to identify industrial building. In the study, industrial building information, which is related to building floors, noise source, and their power levels, and material sound insulation properties were entered into models.…”

“…Besides, Lercher stated [ 11 ] that the industrial noise entering residential areas caused to reveal higher annoyance responses in general when the ambient noise level is low. Butorina et al [ 12 ] stated that industrial noise is a cause of professional diseases that affect workers' health during the production process and about 7% of workers suffer from work-related hearing difficulties.…”

Proposed Options for Noise Reduction from a Wastewater Treatment Plant: Case Study

“…The use of noise mapping is very important and necessary to ensure environmental noise control, as well as industrial noise control. Noise maps are established to obtain information for noise reduction planning [6], and noise mapping presents the best suitable way to present information on acoustic pollution [21].…”