B&K sound-level meter monitors noise-level concerns in various work environments

The 2245-W sound-level and vibration meter

Durham Instruments is Canada’s ultimate source for measurement devices by Brüel & Kjær. The 2245-W sound-level and vibration meter offers the durability for almost any work environment and comes with a complete, focused tool set for monitoring occupational noise-related concerns, like noise-exposure surveys and risk mitigation for hearing loss.

For a full implementation of job-based noise-exposure assessment, Brüel & Kjær recommends using the Work Noise Partner mobile app with the 2245-W.

Minimal need for extra training

Features of this innovative instrument include a colour LCD screen with a bright, clean layout, which displays the most important information with a clear indication of measurement status with a colour header, and a measurement-status light ring, visible from any angle. The 2245-W sound-level and vibration meter also has a built-in Li-Ion battery that typically offers more than 14 hours of Wi-Fi-enabled power, 16 gigabytes of built-in storage for annotations and measurements, integrated Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Low Energy for connection to mobile and computer apps, and a single, weatherproof USB-C connector for charging and data transfer.

Work Noise Partner can be downloaded onto a Smartphone, on which the user can control all app capabilities wirelessly. This app organizes measurements into applications and exposure groups while allowing workday noise-exposure calculations, while assigning a task duration to calculate a dose. Users can embed images, text and voice notes, and videos with measurements through the app interface. The data can easily be transferred to a desktop computer after the survey. To minimize the need for extra training, the software is pre-configured with all required tools.

Among the frequent applications are task- or job-oriented noise-exposure surveys according to ISO 9612, hearing-loss prevention, managing noise exposure, ensuring compliance with regulations, and measurement for hearing-protection selection. For additional application-focused abilities for other scenarios, other app licences can be added to the meter, like Exhaust Noise Partner and Enviro Noise Partner.

The 2245-W is a versatile product for numerous tasks. Durham Instruments recommends it for use in general manufacturing, aerospace, automation, food processing, forestry, the medical field, mining, packaging, power generation, alternative energy, and transportation.

To learn more, contact Durham Instruments.

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