Acoustical Engineering Consultants

Engineering a quieter world and optimizing aural environments, one project at a time.

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About the firm

Acoustical Engineering Consultants (AEC) is a California-based consulting practice with locations in Elk Grove and Carlsbad. With over 500 projects completed, AEC provides architectural acoustics, noise and vibration control, environmental acoustics, industrial acoustics, and audiovisual system design services to architects, engineers, developers, government agencies, and business owners.

Established
2008
Team
Micro
Firm type
Acoustic Consulting

People

Brian R. SmithPrincipal and Owner

Keenan HyeConsultant

Capabilities

Architectural Acoustics

Comprehensive measurement, analysis, prediction, and engineering of room acoustics to optimize interior sound environments.

  • Room Acoustics Measurement and Analysis
  • Reverberation and Diffusion Engineering
  • Sound Isolation Design
  • Noise Transmission Prevention

Audiovisual and Sound System Design

Unbiased sound and video system design engineered to integrate with room acoustics for optimal performance.

  • Sound Reinforcement System Design
  • Video System Design
  • Contractor Bid Specification
  • Custom Loudspeaker Engineering

Noise and Vibration Control

Engineering solutions to mitigate background sound and vibration levels from mechanical systems and environmental sources.

  • Mechanical and HVAC Acoustics
  • Construction Vibration Control
  • Industrial Noise Control
  • Sensitive Equipment Vibration Isolation

Noise and Vibration Monitoring

Deployment of monitoring systems for continuous 24/7 noise and vibration alerts during construction, demolition, and major events.

  • Long-Term Remote Vibration Monitoring
  • Construction and Demolition Monitoring
  • Real-Time Level Exceedance Alerting

Environmental Acoustics

Assessment and mitigation of environmental noise impacts from transportation and commercial activities.

  • Noise Impact Studies
  • Transportation Noise Modeling
  • CEQA and NEPA Noise Compliance
  • Outdoor Amphitheater and Commercial Noise Analysis

Industrial Acoustics

Analysis and mitigation of factory noise to improve worker communication and protect hearing.

  • Workplace Noise Assessment
  • Hearing Conservation Programs
  • Machinery Noise Attenuation

Industries

Education · Healthcare · Government · Arts & Culture · Religious · Residential · Multifamily Residential · Mixed-Use · Hospitality · Industrial · Commercial · Retail · Power Generation

Projects

CalSTRS Headquarters 2.0

Sacramento, CA · Commercial · Client: CalSTRS

Project details

Acoustical engineering consulting services for the CalSTRS Headquarters 2.0 expansion facility.

Sacramento City College Natural Sciences Building

Sacramento, CA · Education · Client: Sacramento City College

Project details

Acoustical services for the Natural Sciences Building (formerly Lillard Hall) at Sacramento City College.

Calaveras County Courthouse

San Andreas, CA · Government

Project details

Acoustical and sound isolation design services for the Calaveras County Courthouse.

The Falls Event Center

Elk Grove, CA · Hospitality

Project details

Acoustical consulting services for The Falls Event Center, addressing room acoustics and sound isolation.