Inter-laboratory testing involves multiple companies conducting a sound insulation test on the same partition using their own equipment and methodology. This process is a mandatory requirement for ISO 17025 accredited laboratories, but is also open to any company interested in contributing to the study and benchmarking their performance.<\/p>\n
The Building Performance Hub operates an ISO 10140-compliant sound insulation suite. A partition will be constructed to facilitate an airborne wall test in accordance with ISO 140-4 standards.<\/p>\n
Each testing session must be completed within 30 minutes, including setup, measurement, and takedown, to ensure smooth scheduling for all participants. A SITMA representative will be present to support and coordinate the process.<\/p>\n
SITMA will independently produce a final anonymised report, which will be shared only with participating companies. Each tester will be assigned a unique identifier (e.g., Tester A, Tester B) to allow for confidential comparison of results.<\/p>\n
The cost to participate in the 2026 sound insulation inter-lab testing\u00a0is \u00a3160 + VAT per company\/tester, payable directly to The Building Performance Hub. Please note this fee cannot be charged through your SITMA account.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
SITMA<\/a> is pleased to collaborate with The Building Performance Hub to offer both UKAS-accredited and non-UKAS-accredited organisations the opportunity to participate in anonymised inter-laboratory sound insulation testing. Interlab Sound insulation testing is held every year, though UKAS companies<\/a> generally compare tests every two years.<\/p>\nRegister Your Interest<\/h3>\n