Peter AllenSenior Acoustical Engineer
Peter Allen, PE, INCE. Bd.Cert. is the Senior Acoustical Engineer in Portland, Oregon, with a Master of Engineering degree in Acoustics from Pennsylvania State University, and 20 years of experience. Along with his Professional Engineer's license in acoustics (PE) from the State of Oregon, Peter was awarded Board Certification by the Institute of Noise Control Engineering (INCE. Bd.Cert.). Peter is a nationally recognized expert in acoustics and vibration. Peter specializes in data acquisition, vibration-analysis, noise control, and environmental testing. Peter is also experienced in using advanced techniques including experimental modal analysis and acoustic holography to help solve problems for clients in multiple industries. In his personal time, Peter enjoys climbing, yoga, riding his motorcycle, and SCUBA diving.
Sam Barlow High School Classrooms, Stadium, Performing Arts Center, Offices
In-progress |
K-12 Education |
Project
ABD Engineering & Design is working with Opsis Architecture and the Gresham-Barlow School District to provide acoustical and audiovisual design of Sam Barlow High School. The project covers AV and…
Completed |
September, 2018 |
Healthcare |
Project
Selecting and verifying locations for a hybrid operating room (hybrid OR) and a central venous line (CVL) procedure room requires specialized vibration analysis and mechanical noise and vibration control. ABD…
Completed |
March, 2018 |
Healthcare |
Project
ABD Engineering & Design worked with Clark Kjos Architects to conduct an MRI vibration study at the Tacoma General Hospital Multicare Regional Cancer Center. Our Professional Engineer and vibration expert…
Completed |
August, 2016 |
Healthcare |
Project
ABD Engineering & Design worked with Anderson Dabrowski Architects to conduct an MRI vibration study at the Kaiser Permanente Salmon Creek Medical Office building. Our Professional Engineer and vibration expert,…
Completed |
2017 |
Hotel |
Project
ABD Engineering & Design worked with SERA Design and Architecture to provide recommendations for room acoustics, noise isolation, and mechanical noise control throughout the hotel guest rooms, conference rooms, lobby,…
by Peter Allen | Jul 25, 2017 | Acoustics
Have you ever increased the volume of your music or television program to “drown out” your noisy neighbors? Or have you noticed how difficult it is to hear a conversation while eating in a busy restaurant? In both situations, sound from the “masker” (your...
