Meet the Consultant | Quincey Smail
Quincey Smail has worked in acoustics at ABD Engineering & Design since 2016. He is an acoustical consultant, based in Grand Rapids, MI with a Master of Engineering in acoustics from Penn State.
Create a Quieter Hospital Floor
A quieter hospital floor provides a more restful healing environment. Healthcare studies show how increased noise levels interrupt sleep, and patient satisfaction surveys consistently rank “quiet at night” among the lowest scores.
What Do Acoustical Consultants Actually Do?
So what exactly does an acoustical consultant do, anyway? If you’ve been to a noisy restaurant, noticed a lack of privacy in a healthcare setting, felt oppressed by noise at the office, or been in a performing arts theater, you already know why acoustical...
How Does Acoustical Absorption Work?
Expert acoustical engineers discuss the sound principals of acoustic absorption, reflection, and transmission. How sound really works.
The ABCs of Open Office Acoustics
Acoustical engineers discuss the basic principals of open office acoustics. How absorption, blocking, and covering affects cubicle farms and open offices.