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In pursuit of acoustical equity

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Given the intense focus on health and safety as well as the changes in work/life balance precipitated by the COVID-19 outbreak, it is not surprising the pandemic has accelerated the healthy-building movement and the ‘people-first’ mindset spearheaded by standards such as WELL and Fitwel. Photo © Vincent Lions Photography. and Niklas Moeller.

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Introducing T-SLAB—the latest revolution in precast concrete flooring systems

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Impact insulation class (IIC) rating: 33. safety rail sleeves; ? If T-SLABs with thicker dimensions are chosen for a given project, the transmission ratings shown here would be even higher. Sound test results. Slab thickness: 305 mm (12 in.). Slab weight: 535 kg/m 2 (109.5 Sound transmission class (STC) rating: 64. Fire rating.