SIST EN ISO 10140-3:2010/oprA2:2013

Overview

SIST EN ISO 10140-3:2010/oprA2:2013 is a Slovenian national standard that adopts the draft amendment to the international standard ISO 10140-3:2010. This amendment, referred to as Amendment 2 (ISO 10140-3:2010/DAM 2:2013), focuses on laboratory measurement of the impact sound insulation of building elements. Published by the Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo (SIST) in collaboration with the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), this standard aims to enhance the comparability and reliability of sound insulation test results for elements such as floors and building partitions.

This amendment introduces an additional sub-clause to standardize the method for determining and reporting the maximum impact sound pressure level in laboratory settings. Its primary goal is to ensure that acoustic measurements for sound insulation are consistent, accurate, and comparable across different laboratories and real-world conditions.

Key Topics

• Acoustic measurement procedures: Provides detailed instructions for laboratory measurement of impact sound insulation in building elements, especially floor systems.
• Standardization of results: Adds procedures for correcting measured impact sound pressure levels to reference values, improving comparability of test outcomes.
• Impact sound insulation: Emphasizes methodologies for assessing the ability of building components to resist transmission of impact noises, such as footsteps or dropped objects.
• Reference room conditions: Establishes reference values for room volume and reverberation time, critical for producing standardized test results.
  • Reference room volume: 50 m³
  • Reference reverberation time: 0.5 s
• Corrective formulae: Specifies adjustment equations considering the actual and reference conditions of the receiving room to enhance the reliability of laboratory data.

Applications

SIST EN ISO 10140-3:2010/oprA2:2013 is essential for a range of stakeholders in the construction and acoustics industries:

• Building acoustics testing laboratories: Facilitates standardized procedures for measuring and reporting floor impact sound insulation, ensuring consistency in test results.
• Architects and builders: Enables the design and specification of building elements that meet required levels of impact sound insulation, thereby improving the acoustic comfort and privacy of buildings.
• Manufacturers of building materials: Assists in product development and quality control by providing a reliable framework to measure and compare the sound insulation performance of structural components like floor assemblies, slabs, and underlayments.
• Regulators and code officials: Supports the development and enforcement of building codes and regulations that relate to sound insulation and environmental noise control.
• Acoustical consultants: Provides a robust basis for prediction and assessment modeling, as well as for the specification and acceptance of installed building systems.

Related Standards

For comprehensive acoustic measurement and building element performance assessment, consider the following associated standards:

• ISO 10140 Series: Covers general laboratory testing procedures for sound insulation of building elements (including airborne and impact sound).
• ISO 717-2: Relates to the evaluation and rating of impact sound insulation results from laboratory tests.
• EN ISO 140-7: Specifies field measurement methods for impact sound insulation, complementing the laboratory procedures covered in ISO 10140-3.
• ISO 16283-2: Provides guidelines for in-situ testing of impact sound insulation in completed buildings.

By adhering to SIST EN ISO 10140-3:2010/oprA2:2013, professionals can ensure more accurate, repeatable, and comparable impact sound insulation measurements, facilitating compliance with international best practices in building acoustics.