A Parklane case study: An agile approach to data center noise attenuation
Mitigating unwanted mechanical noise at a data center can seem like an impossible mission, one worthy of a blockbuster action film. It’s especially challenging in the context of a new data center that needs to be taken operational as quickly as possible. Indeed, data centers are mission-critical infrastructure that power a vast digital network—one that […]
Data center demand is growing—and so are their mechanical noise challenges
We live in a data hungry world and our appetite is increasing by the day. The demand for faster and more reliable data processing is growing exponentially and shows no signs of abating. Everything from cloud computing and mobile data traffic to artificial intelligence, the so-called Internet of Things—where our cars, fridges and smart watches […]
Parklane expands its U.S. presence and services
This past year is one that we won’t soon forget. From sector-wide business disruptions to widespread social and health challenges, virtually every facet of our economy and society has been affected by the coronavirus pandemic. Here at Parklane, we’ve been fortunate to not only weather the COVID-19 storm and maintain full operational capacity, but to […]
A Parklane case study: Silencer solution caps noise from a condominium air chiller
One of the most significant negative impacts on life in urban environments isn’t merely from higher-profile concerns such as overcrowding, climate change and poor air quality—although those are all formidable problems. Unwanted noise is just as much a threat, and it’s poised to become an even greater challenge in the years ahead. As cities grow […]
Update: Parklane’s COVID-19 business continuity strategy
Throughout the COVID-19 crisis, our priority here at Parklane has been ensuring the health and safety of our clients, team and the many partners and stakeholders with whom we work on a daily basis. We have continued to safely keep our workplace fully operational throughout this coronavirus pandemic due to the focus and hard work […]
Botterell Hall—Achieving noise compliance with a Parklane silencer/barrier solution
Every life-changing scientific advancement needs a hub where it’s first conceived, tested, perfected and then debuted to the world. Botterell Hall at Queen’s University in Kingston, Ont., is one of those spaces. The nine-storey building is home to the school’s Centre for Neuroscience Studies and plays host to advanced heart, stroke and cancer research. It, […]
So, you have a noise issue—now what?
Unwanted or unexpected facility noise issues come in many different shapes, sizes and circumstances. Perhaps it’s a noisy chiller on the roof of your facility that’s keeping the neighbour awake. Maybe it’s a series of proposed mechanical equipment changes for a building improvement project that fall outside of local regulatory ordinances. Or, it could be […]
Aligning form and function: The Gravity Barrier origin story
Gravity Barriers are engineered by Parklane to suit architects’ specific functional needs. In this blog we offer a glimpse into their origins and ongoing evolution.
Parklane wins the TCA’s Best of the Best Award for 2019
We’re proud to announce that Parklane was recently named the recipient of the Toronto Construction Association’s 2019 Best of the Best Award for Project Achievement for our work on a large-scale industrial noise abatement initiative in Toronto. This is the first time that an engineering firm specializing in noise control has won the award—underscoring both […]
New branding, a new website and a bright future for Parklane
When we set out to reimagine the Parklane brand several months ago, our thoughts turned to the many ways our company has evolved over nearly 30 years in business. We thought about the people who have steered and driven our growth. And we considered how we could deliver even more value to our clients. […]