Overview

The Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction Industry is a sector of the economy that encompasses a wide range of activities related to the extraction of natural resources from the Earth’s crust. This industry plays a crucial role in providing essential raw materials and energy sources for various sectors of the economy, including manufacturing, construction, transportation, and energy production.

Depending on specific features and functions, GAO Tek’s sound level meters & calibrators are sometimes referred to as : Noise Level Meters, Decibel Meters, Acoustic Meters, Sound Pressure Level (SPL) Meters, Environmental Noise Meters, Audio Level Meters, Vibration and Noise Meters, Occupational Noise Exposure Meters, Portable Sound Meters, Handheld Noise Meters, Sound Level Calibrators, Decibel Calibrators, Acoustic Calibrators, Calibration Sound Sources, Audio Calibrators, Calibration Tone Generators, Precision Calibrators, Portable Calibration Devices, Microphone Calibrators, Vibration Calibrators.

GAO Tek’s sound level meters & calibrators have the following applications in mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction industry:

  • Noise Exposure Assessment: GAO Sound level meters are used to measure the noise levels in different areas of mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction sites. This helps in assessing the exposure of workers to high noise levels, ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety regulations, and implementing necessary protective measures such as hearing protection.

  • Equipment Noise Monitoring: In these industries, heavy machinery and equipment are commonly used. Sound level meters can be used to monitor the noise generated by this machinery. This data can be used for equipment maintenance and noise control efforts to reduce noise pollution and prevent equipment damage due to excessive noise.

  • Environmental Compliance: Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction operations often need to comply with environmental regulations related to noise pollution. Sound level meters are used to monitor and record noise emissions to ensure that they remain within permissible limits, minimizing the impact on the surrounding environment and nearby communities.

  • Site Planning and Design: GAO Sound level meters are used during the planning and design phases of mining and quarrying operations to assess the potential noise impact on neighboring areas. This information helps in making informed decisions about site layout and construction to mitigate noise disturbances.

  • Calibration of Safety Alarms: GAO Sound level calibrators are used to ensure that safety alarms and warning systems on the mining and extraction sites are functioning accurately. Proper calibration ensures that workers are alerted promptly in case of dangerous noise levels or other emergencies.

  • Worker Protection: GAO Sound level meters are used to monitor noise exposure levels of workers and ensure that they are not exposed to hazardous noise levels without appropriate hearing protection. This helps in preventing noise-induced hearing loss and other related health issues.

  • Compliance Documentation: In heavily regulated industries like oil and gas extraction, sound level measurements and calibrations are often required to be documented and reported to regulatory authorities as part of compliance requirements.

  • Research and Development: GAO Sound level meters and calibrators are also used in research and development efforts aimed at reducing noise emissions from equipment and machinery. This involves measuring noise levels under different conditions and testing noise control measures.

  • Noise Control: Once noise sources are identified through sound level measurements, steps can be taken to implement noise control measures. These measures may include the installation of noise barriers, acoustic enclosures, or the use of quieter equipment.

More information on sound level meters & calibrators and their applications in other industries can be found on this page.

Environmental Sound Level Meters & Calibrators

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Complying With Mining, Quarrying, And Oil And Gas Extraction Industry Standards

GAO Tek’s sound level meters & calibrators comply or help our customers comply with the mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction industry standards such as:

  • ANSI S1.4 – Specification for Sound Level Meters

  • ANSI S1.40 – Specification for Sound Calibrators

  • ISO 1996-1 – Acoustics – Description, Measurement and Assessment of Environmental Noise – Part 1: Basic Quantities and Assessment Procedures

  • ISO 1996-2 – Acoustics – Description, Measurement and Assessment of Environmental Noise – Part 2: Determination of Environmental Noise Levels

  • ISO 9612 – Acoustics – Determination of Occupational Noise Exposure – Engineering Method

  • OSHA 29 CFR 1910.95 – Occupational Noise Exposure

  • MSHA 30 CFR Part 62 – Occupational Noise Exposure for Coal Mines

Complying With Government Regulations

GAO Tek’s sound level meters & calibrators comply or help our customers comply with the mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction industry standards such as:

  • ANSI S1.4 – Specification for Sound Level Meters

  • ANSI S1.40 – Specification for Sound Calibrators

  • ISO 1996-1 – Acoustics – Description, Measurement and Assessment of Environmental Noise – Part 1: Basic Quantities and Assessment Procedures

  • ISO 1996-2 – Acoustics – Description, Measurement and Assessment of Environmental Noise – Part 2: Determination of Environmental Noise Levels

  • ISO 9612 – Acoustics – Determination of Occupational Noise Exposure – Engineering Method

  • OSHA 29 CFR 1910.95 – Occupational Noise Exposure

  • MSHA 30 CFR Part 62 – Occupational Noise Exposure for Coal Mines

GAO Tek’s sound level meters & calibrators comply or help our customers comply with the U.S. government regulations such as:

  • OSHA 29 CFR 1910.95

  • MSHA 30 CFR Part 62

  • EPA 40 CFR Part 211

GAO Tek’s sound level meters & calibrators comply or help our clients comply with the Canadian regulations such as:

  • Natural Resources Canada (NRCan).

  • Occupational Health and Safety Regulations (Canada Labour Code, Part II)

  • Noise Control Regulations (Canada Occupational Health and Safety Regulations)

  • Environmental Noise Regulations (Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999)

  • Noise Control Regulations (Oil and Gas Operations Act)

  • Mines Regulations (Occupational Health and Safety Act)

  • Quarries Regulation (Occupational Health and Safety Act)

  • Noise Control Regulations (Oil and Gas Activities Act)

GAO Tek’s sound level meters & calibrators comply or help our clients comply with the Mexican regulations such as:

  • Federal Labor Law (Ley Federal del Trabajo)

  • Official Mexican Standard NOM-011-STPS-2001 – Noise and Vibration Protection and Control at the Workplace

  • Official Mexican Standard NOM-024-STPS-2001 – Noise Measurements in the Workplace

  • Official Mexican Standard NOM-125-STPS-1994 – Maximum Permissible Noise Levels in the Workplace

  • Official Mexican Standard NOM-116-STPS-1994 – Audiometric Testing for the Evaluation of Occupational Noise-Induced Hearing Loss

  • Official Mexican Standard NOM-117-STPS-1994 – Noise and Vibration Control in the Design of Workplaces

GAO Tek’s sound level meters & calibrators comply or help our clients comply with the European regulations such as:

  • Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Directive (2014/52/EU).

  • EU Directive 2003/10/EC – Noise at Work Directive

  • ISO 9612 – Acoustics – Determination of Occupational Noise Exposure

  • ISO 17025 – General Requirements for the Competence of Testing and Calibration Laboratories

  • ISO 14001 – Environmental Management Systems (EMS) Standard

  • ISO 9001 – Quality Management Systems (QMS) Standard

Case Studies of Sound Level Meters & Calibrators in Mining, Quarrying, And Oil And Gas Extraction Industry

Sound level meters & calibrators are sometimes called as:

Noise Level Meters, Decibel Meters, Acoustic Meters, Sound Pressure Level (SPL) Meters, Environmental Noise Meters, Audio Level Meters, Vibration and Noise Meters, Occupational Noise Exposure Meters, Portable Sound Meters, Handheld Noise Meters, Sound Level Calibrators, Decibel Calibrators, Acoustic Calibrators, Calibration Sound Sources, Audio Calibrators, Calibration Tone Generators, Precision Calibrators, Portable Calibration Devices, Microphone Calibrators, Vibration Calibrators.

Here are some practical examples of using sound level meters & calibrators in mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction industry:

Case studies may exist that examine how sound level meters and calibrators are used in coal or other mining operations in Pennsylvania, which has a history of coal mining.

Quarrying activities in regions like upstate New York may be subject to noise regulations. Case studies could explore how sound level meters are used to monitor and control noise emissions in these quarries.

The Marcellus Shale region, spanning several Northeastern states, has seen significant oil and gas extraction activities. Case studies may have been conducted on noise monitoring and compliance with local regulations.

In urban areas of New Jersey, there may be case studies focused on noise monitoring during construction and demolition activities associated with urban mining.

Various environmental impact assessments related to mining, quarrying, or oil and gas projects in the Northeast may include sections on noise monitoring using sound level meters and calibrators.

Case studies may exist that investigate how sound level meters and calibrators are utilized in various mining operations in states like Illinois, Ohio, or Indiana.

Quarrying operations in states such as Michigan, Wisconsin, or Minnesota may be subject to noise regulations. Case studies could explore how sound level meters are used to assess and manage noise emissions.

The Bakken Formation in North Dakota has experienced significant oil and gas drilling activities. Case studies might have been conducted to assess noise levels and regulatory compliance in this region.

The Midwest is known for its manufacturing industry. Case studies might explore how sound level meters are used in manufacturing facilities to protect workers and ensure compliance with occupational noise exposure regulations.

Infrastructure projects, such as highway construction, can be significant sources of noise. Case studies may investigate how sound level meters and calibrators are used to monitor and mitigate construction-related noise in the Midwest.

GAO RFID Inc. RFID Hardware | RFID Systems, a sister company of GAO Tek Inc., is ranked as a top 10 RFID supplier in the world. Its RFID, BLE, and IoT products have also been widely used in mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction industry.

Mining, Oil Production & Gas Extraction RFID Solutions

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Use of Sound Level Meters & Calibrators With Leading Software And Cloud Services in Mining, Quarrying, And Oil And Gas Extraction Industry

GAO Tek has used or has facilitated its customers to use GAO’s refractometers with some of the leading software and cloud services in their applications. Examples of such leading software and cloud services include

  • Microsoft Excel.

  • Microsoft Access.

  • LabVIEW

  • MATLAB

  • OpenLogger

  • DASYLab

  • LabWare LIMS

  • Labguru.

  • Minitab.

  • Quality Companion.

  • InfinityQS ProFicient.

  • SAS JMP.

  • Statgraphics Centurion.

  • EQuIS.

  • Anton Paar.

  • Rudolph Research.

  • Schmidt+Haensch.

  • NI DIAdem.

  • Amazon Web Services (AWS).

  • Microsoft Azure.

  • Google Cloud Platform (GCP).

  • IBM Cloud.

  • Oracle Cloud.

  • Tableau Online.

  • Domo.

  • Qlik Cloud.

  • Looker.

  • Snowflake.

  • Alteryx Analytics Hub.

  • TIBCO Cloud Integration.

GAO Tek’s refractometers and their applications in other industries are listed on this page

Environmental Sound Level Meters & Calibrators

Other related products can be found at this category page.

Environmental Test Instruments

Meeting Customer’s Demands

Large Choice of Products

In order to satisfy the diversified needs of their corporate customers, GAO Tek Inc. and its sister company GAO RFID Inc. together offer a wide choice of testing and measurement devices, network products, RFID, BLE, IoT, and drones.

Fast Delivery

To shorten the delivery to our customers, GAO has maintained a large stock of its products and is able to ship overnight within continental U.S. and Canada, and fast delivery to Mexico and Europe from the nearest warehouse.

Local to Our Customers

We are located in both the U.S. and Canada. We travel to customers’ premises if necessary. Hence, we provide a very strong local support to our customers in North America, particularly the U.S., Canada and Mexico and Europe. Furthermore, we have built partnerships with some integrators, consulting firms and other service providers in different cities to further strengthen our services. Here are some of the service providers in mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction industry we have worked with to serve our joint customers:

  • Wipro.

  • NTT DATA.

  • Infosys.

  • KPMG.

  • Cerner Corporation.

  • PwC (PricewaterhouseCoopers).

  • IBM Global Business Services.

  • WWT (World Wide Technology).

  • Presidio.

  • Accenture.

  • Deloitte.

  • Tata Consultancy Services (TCS).

  • HCL Technologies.

  • DXC Technology.

  • Siemens Healthineers Canada.

  • Mitel Canada.

  • Neoris.

  • Softtek.

  • Philips (Netherlands).

GAO Has Many Customers in Mining, Quarrying, And Oil And Gas Extraction Industry

The products from both GAO Tek Inc. and GAO RFID Inc. have been widely used in mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction industry by many customers, including some leading companies. Here is more information on applications of GAO RFID Inc.’s refractometers in mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction industry.

Mining, Oil Production & Gas Extraction RFID Solutions

RFID Systems By Industry

Here are some of GAO’s customers in mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction industry:

  • ExxonMobil.

  • Chevron Corporation.

  • Marathon Petroleum Corporation.

  • Range Resources Corporation.

  • Peabody Energy Corporation.

  • Arch Resources, Inc.

  • Cleveland-Cliffs Inc.

  • Devon Energy Corporation.

  • EOG Resources, Inc.

  • Martin Marietta Materials.

  • Vulcan Materials Company.

  • BHP.

  • ConocoPhillips.

  • Newmont Corporation.

  • Freeport-McMoRan Inc.

  • Suncor Energy Inc.

  • Imperial Oil Limited.

  • Cenovus Energy Inc.

  • Teck Resources Limited.

  • Barrick Gold Corporation.

  • First Quantum Minerals Ltd.

  • Petróleos Mexicanos (Pemex).

  • Cemex.

  • Grupo México.

  • Royal Dutch Shell plc.

  • TotalEnergies SE.

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