Human Factors

Whether it is improving the sound quality of products, optimally reducing noise/vibration annoyance or analysing the perceptual performance of an algorithm we offer the perceptual testing and development services needed to meet these goals.

The following tests are quality assured to ISO/IEC 17025:

• Sound Power to BS EN ISO 3744:2010 / BS EN 60704-2-1:2015    
• UKAS Accredited Calibration Services

Other traceable standard test services we offer include:

• Noise at work regulations specialising in call or operation centres    
• Sound intensity methods to BS EN ISO 9614-1:2009 / BS EN ISO 9614-3:2009 / BS EN ISO 15186-3:2010    
• Sound Power Testing to BS EN ISO 3741 / BS EN ISO 3743 / BS EN ISO 3745 / BS EN ISO 3744:2010 / BS EN 60704-2-1:2015    

We also offer a broad range of non-standard measurements, diagnostic testing and R&D services including:

• Audio perceptual testing    
• Vibration impact test rig    
• Sound quality testing and analysis
• Product sound auralisation    
• Jury testing    
• Multi-dimensional scaling analysis

Dr Zuzanna Podwinska
t: +44 (0)161 295 3814
e: z.m.podwinska@salford.ac.uk