Meet future trends as they arrive with the addition of biophilic design and sound masking in the office. Add nature and sound masking to create a calming, productive environment.

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Regular maintenance of your sound masking system can help keep it functional and effective. Check out these tips from Building Systems Solutions.

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Many building managers do not consider how the design of their building can affect sound. Building Systems Solutions explains how sound masking and architectural design work together.

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Sound masking in warehouses is a great way to reduce noise-related stress on employees and improve productivity. Check out some FAQs about warehouse sound masking systems from Building Systems Solutions.

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It would seem obvious that emergency paging systems would make a workplace safer, as something that sometimes has to deal with OSHA regulations would do. But what do these devices do during an emergency that makes them such an effective safety tool? 

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Did you know that noises have colors? White noise is the most commonly referenced “noise color,” but pink and brown noise also exist. Each one is unique and can have positive benefits for listeners.

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Sound masking is important for various reasons and can be useful in many industries. Building Systems Solutions wants to help you understand if sound masking is the right option for your business.

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Every indoor and outdoor space affects how speech and other noises carry and affect the surrounding environment. In order to measure this, scientists created the Speech Transmission Index in 1971, which was a quicker way to determine the speech intelligibility of a space than the current methods at the time.

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When you think of who might use an emergency warning system, you might think of factories that work with hazardous materials or hospitals that are in charge of bringing patients to safety during a natural disaster. If you’re in a corporate or retail setting, you might think this technology has little use in your specific industry. Won’t a simple intercom system suffice?

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Congratulations on your decision to invest in sound masking! As professionals in sound management and related technologies, we’d like to assure you your money will not be wasted. By putting resources toward sound masking systems, you’re putting resources toward both worker comfort and productivity, in addition to a more comfortable environment for your clients. It’s a smart use of funds.

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