At Sontech, we are driven by the pursuit of innovation. We continuously push the boundaries of what is possible in the field of acoustics by collaborating with the brightest minds in the industry. We are proud to introduce the Sontech Science Board, a group of distinguished professors in acoustics who enhance our brand’s standing as a knowledge-driven company and provide invaluable expertise in solving challenging customer cases.
What is the Sontech Science Board?
Sontech Science Board is a newly formed group of acoustic experts, currently featuring three distinguished professors with plans to expand. This initiative is designed to ensure that Sontech remains at the forefront of acoustic innovation by integrating cutting-edge academic insights into our approach.
The board’s role is twofold:
- Reinforce Sontech’s Brand as a Knowledge-Intensive Company
By collaborating with top-tier scholars, we aim to showcase Sontech’s commitment to excellence and continuous learning. This partnership not only enhances our expertise but also builds confidence in our customers that they are receiving solutions grounded in the most recent scientific advancements. - Provide Expert Guidance for Complex Customer Challenges
The Science Board provides advanced problem-solving capabilities for Sontech, giving us the ability to tackle even the most difficult acoustic challenges. Although the Science Board is still growing, the knowledge of its current members offers a powerful resource for addressing technical challenges across industries.
Meet the Experts
Mats Åbom
Professor of Technical Acoustics, KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden
With a career spanning over three decades, Mats Åbom is a renowned figure in aeroacoustics, noise control, and acoustic modeling and measurements. He is a former full time professor at KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm and has worked extensively on noise reduction technologies for industries such as automotive, power generation and aerospace.
Key Contributions:
- Specializes in aeroacoustics, duct acoustics and noise control.
- Published extensively on topics like flow-induced noise, noise form rotating machines and muffler design.
- Has collaborated internationally with leading universities industries on solutions for quiet engine designs and efficient noise reduction systems.
Tamer Elnady
Professor of Acoustics and Vibration, Ain Shams University, Egypt
Tamer Elnady is an expert in vibration suppression and structural acoustics, with a wealth of experience in designing soundproofing materials and vibration isolation technologies. He serves as a professor at Ain Shams University and has contributed to advancements in both industrial and architectural acoustics.
Key Contributions:
- Specializes in vibration control, structural acoustics, and acoustic materials.
- Focused research on innovative soundproofing materials and vibration isolation.
- Applied his work to both industrial noise reduction and architectural soundproofing.
David W. Herrin
Professor of Mechanical Engineering, University of Kentucky, USA | INCE Fellow | SAE Fellow
David W. Herrin is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Kentucky, where he has led research in vibro-acoustics and noise control for over 25 years. He is the founding Director of the Vibro-Acoustics Consortium — a collaboration of 29 industry-leading companies including Caterpillar, John Deere, Cummins, Harley-Davidson, and Ingersoll Rand — making him a rare bridge between cutting-edge acoustic research and real-world industrial application.
An author of over 200 journal and conference papers, Professor Herrin’s expertise spans muffler and silencer design, microperforated panel acoustics, structural noise radiation, and boundary element modeling. He holds the distinctions of INCE-USA Fellow (2024) and SAE Fellow (2020), and received the SAE Forest R. McFarland Award (2024) and the INCE-USA Outstanding Educator Award (2019).
Key Contributions:
- Specialist in muffler and silencer design, including microperforated panel (MPP) silencer technology directly relevant to Acustimet® applications.
- Deep expertise in noise path analysis, structural-acoustic coupling, and boundary/finite element methods for industrial noise prediction.
- Director of a 29-company industrial research consortium — unique ability to translate academic findings directly into engineered solutions.
- Published research on microperforated panel parallel baffle silencers for duct noise reduction (2025), aligning closely with Sontech’s product portfolio.
- Specialist in acoustic material characterization, including measurement of absorption, transmission loss, and fabric parameters for noise control systems.
Senior Industry Advisor
Beyond our Science Board, Sontech works with senior industry practitioners whose decades of hands-on experience — in regulation, measurement, and applied noise control — complement the academic expertise of the board. Bengt Johansson has been an active contributor to Sontech’s product development since 2015.
Bengt Johansson
Noise & Vibration Specialist · Former Head of Noise & Vibration, Swedish Work Environment Authority (Arbetsmiljöverket)
With over 50 years in industrial acoustics, Bengt Johansson is one of Sweden’s most experienced noise and vibration specialists. After beginning his career as an acoustician at Antiphon AB, he served for 22 years as Divisional Director for Noise & Vibration at Arbetsmiljöverket (the Swedish Work Environment Authority), where he shaped the regulatory framework that still governs workplace noise across Sweden.
Bengt authored the widely used reference book Buller och bullerbekämpning (2001), led the development of Sweden’s landmark noise regulations AFS 2005:16, and represented Sweden as an expert in EU Council negotiations on the Noise and Vibration Directives. He has been an active advisor to Sontech on product development for noise control since 2015.
Key Contributions:
- Deep expertise in industrial noise measurement, diagnosis, and control across manufacturing, energy, and marine sectors.
- Author and principal architect of AFS 2005:16 — Sweden’s core workplace noise regulations — giving Sontech direct insight into compliance requirements customers face.
- Expert in EU noise and vibration directives; participated as Swedish expert in EU Council negotiations.
- Contributed to hearing protector and acoustic measurement standards through SIS national and international committees (1992–2014).
- Active participation in Sontech product development for noise control solutions, combining regulatory knowledge with applied engineering.
50+
years in industrial noise & vibration
22 yrs
leading noise & vibration at Arbetsmiljöverket
2015–
active product advisor at Sontech
The Vision of the Science Board
While the Science Board is currently composed of three experts, we plan to grow this initiative and add more esteemed professors in the near future. Our aim is to create a dynamic board where academic research meets real-world acoustic challenges, helping Sontech maintain its leadership in the field. As we continue to expand the board, we will further strengthen our capacity to offer the best-in-class solutions for our customers’ unique needs.
Collaborate with Us
If you are facing acoustic challenges, our Science Board is ready to assist. We offer customized solutions tailored to your project’s specific requirements, backed by the combined academic and practical expertise of Mats Åbom and Tamer Elnady.
Our unique approach ensures that our customers benefit from the latest advancements in acoustic science and technology.
Discover the Future of Acoustics with Sontech
The Sontech Science Board is a vital part of our innovation journey, bringing academic excellence and industry know-how to solve customer problems. Through their combined expertise, we offer our clients access to the forefront of acoustic science, driving innovation and delivering real results.
Explore how Sontech, together with our Science Board, can help shape your acoustic future.
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