Nor1517 Tapping Machine
Standard tapping machine for floor impact sound testing according to ISO 10140 and ISO 16283-2.
- Full compliance with ISO 10140-5 standard tapping machine requirements
- Five precision-machined 500 g cylindrical hammers for standardized impact force
- Precisely controlled 40 mm fall height and 10 Hz impact rate
- Robust all-metal construction for reliable laboratory and field operation
- Lightweight portable design (approx. 10 kg) for easy transport between test sites
- Self-calibrating test function for verification of hammer parameters
- Remote start capability for unmanned operation during measurements
- Low background noise operation minimizing influence on measurement results
- Compatible with all Norsonic sound level meters and building acoustics systems
- AC mains powered with stable, consistent performance over extended test sessions
The Nor1517 is a precision-engineered standard tapping machine designed for floor impact sound insulation measurements in both laboratory and field environments. Fully compliant with ISO 10140-5 and ISO 16283-2, it generates standardized impact sounds using five precision-machined cylindrical hammers, each weighing 500 g, falling from a controlled height of 40 mm at a rate of 10 impacts per second. This ensures consistent, repeatable excitation for accurate determination of impact sound insulation performance across all floor construction types. As the GCC region experiences unprecedented growth driven by Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 and the UAE's ambitious urban development programs, demand for reliable building acoustics testing equipment has surged. Mega-projects such as NEOM, King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD), Riyadh Metro stations, and Dubai's new hospitality and residential towers all require rigorous floor impact sound testing to meet international building codes and local acoustic regulations. The Nor1517 is the instrument of choice for consultants and contractors tasked with verifying that floor constructions meet the stringent impact sound insulation requirements specified in these landmark developments. The machine's robust yet lightweight construction makes it ideal for both controlled laboratory testing per ISO 10140-3 and demanding field measurements per ISO 16283-2. Whether testing floating floors in luxury hotel suites, concrete slabs in commercial office towers, or resilient floor coverings in residential apartments, the Nor1517 delivers the precise, standards-compliant excitation needed for reliable L'nT,w and Ln,w rating determinations. When paired with Norsonic sound level meters such as the Nor145 or Nor150, and reporting software Nor850 with the Building Acoustics module, the Nor1517 forms a complete, integrated system for impact sound insulation measurement, analysis, and professional reporting according to ISO 16283-2, ISO 717-2, ASTM E492, and ASTM E1007.
