In-Situ Sound Attenuation Measurement of Silencers
ISO 11820 specifies the in-situ measurement method for determining the acoustic attenuation performance of silencers installed in railway ventilation ducts, brake systems, and exhaust lines. This test is critical for validating noise control equipment on operating trains and stationary installations where laboratory testing is impractical. Railway manufacturers, maintenance operators, and acoustic engineers use these measurements to verify compliance with noise regulations and to optimize silencer design. Accreditation ensures that attenuation claims are reliable and that performance targets for noise reduction are consistently achieved in real-world applications.
What it measures
Sound pressure level reduction across silencer (dB)
Railway rolling stock manufacturingTrain maintenance and depot operationsAcoustic engineering and noise controlHVAC and ventilation system designBrake system suppliers and integrators
Related Standards
ISO 11821Acoustics — In-situ measurement of sound insulation of windows and façades
EN ISO 3095Acoustics — Measurement of noise emitted by railbound vehicles
ISO 7235Acoustics — Laboratory measurement of sound absorption coefficient of materials in impedance tubes