Data Centres

Specialist acoustic consultancy services for Data Centres

With many successful data centre projects under our belt, LCP Acoustics brings the specialist know-how you need to ensure every aspect of your project meets the stringent noise-requirements imposed by local planning authorities. Engaging us early, at the design or specification stage, lets us help you to avoid delays or costly redesigns later.

What we do for Data Centre projects

To ensure full compliance, we provide:

Noise source modelling
Identifying sound power levels of all plant, fan systems, external and internal mechanical equipment.

Operational profile analysis
Understanding how, when, and for how long each item operates, so we can forecast worst-case noise scenarios.

Site-specific noise criteria
Determining acceptable external noise levels based on local authority and community guidelines.

Spatial and acoustic layout design
Using 3D noise maps and plant drawings to test designs and locate attenuation, louvres, enclosures or buffers effectively.

The benefits of early acoustic input

By integrating acoustic consultancy early in your design:

You avoid unexpected planning conditions or noise-related objections.

You can optimise layout so plant is less intrusive, reducing the need for over-engineering later.

Budget and delivery are more predictable.

You gain transparency: what mitigation is needed, where, and how much it will cost or impact airflow / efficiency.

Why Choose LCP Acoustics for your Data Centre project?

We are not just consultants but partners committed to full acoustic compliance. We understand the pressures on data centre consultants: meeting tight performance targets, compliance, environmental and planning restrictions, while also ensuring efficient mechanical and architectural integration. Our team has governed high-stakes projects and delivers credible outcomes you can build upon with confidence.

Start early to save time and unnecessary costs

Engaging us at the conceptual or design stage ensures you avoid late-stage surprises. If you’re planning a new data centre, upgrading plant, or need to satisfy planning for noise, contact us now to discuss your project.

Data required
Sound power levels of the plant
Likely running times of the plant
External noise criteria
Site plans and plant drawings

Outcome
Noise levels of the plant calculated and compared with criteria using 3D noise maps
Recommend noise mitigation if required
A report demonstrating compliance for planning purposes