Acoustic Engineers Consulting in South Africa & Africa for 25 years.
Acoustic Worx provides a comprehensive Acoustic Engineering service for all clients. We work together with architects, designers and engineers to produce the best, most suitable acoustic solutions, providing valuable insight and enhancing the overall experience of the design at hand, ensuring that the design is based on the science of acoustics whilst synchronising aesthetic design. Acoustic Worx is based in KwaZulu Natal and consults in South Africa and Africa.
Acoustic Worx has expertise in the following:
- 3D Acoustic modelling – CATT Acoustic
- Architectural acoustics
- Room acoustic measurements
- Reverberation control
- Greenstar reports
- Evacuation system design
- Tender documentation
- System performance verification
- Sound reinforcement system design
- Noise and vibration control
- Soundproofing
- Internal room acoustics and speech clarity
- Product development
- Material testing
- CPD lectures
Bruce Gessner
MSc Applied Acoustics (UK)
AMIOA (London)
Membership
Institute of Acoustics – London AMIOA #44705
Academic Posts
Acoustic Lecturer at UKZN
3rd-year Architectural students
Years lectured – 5
Responsible Leadership
From a young age Bruce Gessner has had a love for sound and went on to study as much as he could over a period of more than 25 years. His Master’s degree in Applied Acoustics from the UK and his many years of experience means the advice he gives his clients comes from an incredible wealth of knowledge.
Additionally, Bruce brings with him unique expertise and credibility through years of working in the industry, including stints internationally. Early in his career Bruce realised the importance of good acoustics in our everyday lives.
Bruce’s is always evolving his skills in the industry and positioning Acoustic Worx as one of the leading acoustic specialist both locally and internationally.
His continual personal development ensures that he is up to date with a comprehensive understanding of the latest trends in technology and design.
It is this energy to be ever-evolving that produces fantastic work every time, and Bruce and his team leads the industry with his innovative approach to the work he does.
Education
- 2013 Masters of Science Degree in Applied Acoustics – University of Derby (UK)
- 2010 Architectural Acoustics & Noise Control Engineering. – Liverpool University (UK)
- 2000 Large Room Acoustic Design and Analysis USA
- 2000 Louspeaker Design, Small Room Acoustics USA
- 1998 Acoustic Test and Measurement seminar USA
- 1998 Electroacoustic System Setup seminar USA
- 1998 Electro Acoustic Simulation for Engineers USA
- 1997 Acoustic and Electro-Acoustic Measurement Technologies USA
- 1993 Electro Acoustic Simulation for Engineers USA
Acoustic Testing and Material Science Development
Test facility offering various testing methods to assist in the development of acoustic materials and verification performance.
Tests are performed in accordance with ISO and ASTM standards.
A range of Acoustic Product Designed, Engineered & Manufactured to offer real value and exceptional performance.
Excellence very seldom happens by accident. Engineering world class acoustic products is a scientifically intensive process which can only be achieved with a solid knowledge base and effective test and measurement facilities, not only for development but also for tracking consistency in performance during manufacture. Acoustic Worx has a full in house Acoustic Test and Development Facility to guarantee excellence to our clients both locally and internationally. All components are locally sourced and manufactured in New Germany KwaZulu Natal, South Africa.
- Acoustic Product recommendation is based on years of experience and understanding of the science of acoustics
- Products are Designed, Engineered and Tested in accordance with ISO standards
- All products manufactured in KwaZulu Natal with locally sourced components – 100% South African
- Optimised for excellent acoustic performance
- Customised to meet clients requirements
- Clean elegant lines
- Limitless sizes, shapes, and colours
- Acoustic panels available with prints
- Eco-friendly solutions
- Five-year guarantee
- Easy to install
- All products supplied with mounting hardware
- Project specific mounting hardware is available
