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RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT
Research & Development
Research and Development has enabled IAC to maintain its position as
a leader in the Noise Control Industry for almost a half century. Our wide
range of products and a strong tradition of custom engineering have demanded
a high level of scientific and technological expertise in acoustics, aerodynamics,
materials and manufacturing processes.
Our Aero-Acoustic Laboratories maintain a rigorous standard of quality in
performing independent tests of our products. Recognized by the National
Institute of Standards and Technology under the National Voluntary Laboratory
Accreditation Program (NVLAP) for acoustical testing
services, the lab serves to underpin many of the Company's activities.
The acoustic test facilities include a 10,000 cubic foot reverberation room,
acoustic wind tunnel and an anechoic chamber. Mechanical and structural
testing is performed on a variety of special purpose test fixtures and a
high pressure blow-down rig provides for aerodynamic modeling of heavy duty
silencers and jet engine test cells.
Innovative thinking, backed by rigorous testing and experimentation has
enabled IAC to be first in the field with many products and materials for
sound control ranging from duct silencers to sound proof doors, recording
studios, anechoic test chambers and aircraft run-up pens. One example of
IAC's many patented products is the packless duct silencer for controlling
air conditioning system noise. This, together with our new, all metal, fiber-free
acoustic ceiling tile, provides a total solution to the problem of maintaining
good indoor air quality in hospitals, food processing plants and semi-conductor
"clean rooms".
IAC's Research and Development team continues to study developing technologies
relating to acoustics in communications, security systems, entertainment,
aviation and architecture. Our aim is to maintain the effectiveness of our
products in meeting the needs of our customers and to apply state-of-the-art
solutions to "making the world a quieter place".
IAC Aero-Acoustic Test Facilities

For Additional Information CONTACT
the IAC Research and Development Division.
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