Acoustic Engineering Consultants in South Africa, Africa & Internationally
With more than 25 years of industry experience, Acoustic Worx provides professional acoustic engineering consulting services throughout South Africa, Africa, and international markets.
We work closely with architects, developers, engineers, designers, and project consultants to deliver high performance acoustic solutions tailored to the specific requirements of each environment. Our approach combines the science of acoustics with functional and aesthetic design to create acoustically balanced spaces that enhance comfort, speech intelligibility, sound quality, and overall user experience.
Based in KwaZulu Natal, South Africa, Acoustic Worx provides acoustic consulting and engineering services for commercial, educational, hospitality, religious, industrial, entertainment, and public infrastructure projects across Africa and internationally.
Our team specialises in designing innovative acoustic environments that integrate technical performance with architectural intent, ensuring every project achieves optimal acoustic functionality without compromising visual design.
Our Acoustic Engineering Expertise Includes:
- 3D Acoustic modelling – CATT Acoustic
- Architectural Acoustics
- Speech Intelligibility Optimization
- Room Acoustic Measurements
- Reverberation Control
- Greenstar Acoustic Reports
- Evacuation system design
- Tender Documentation and Specifications
- System Performance Verification
- Sound Reinforcement System Design
- Noise and Vibration Control
- Soundproofing Solutions
- Internal Room Acoustics
- Acoustic Product Development
- Acoustic Material testing
- CPD Acoustic Presentations & 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 high-performance acoustic products designed, engineered and manufactured for superior sound control, real value, and exceptional acoustic 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
