Raising the Bar: The New Acoustical Standards Badging Program with Jeff Fullerton & Matthew Golden

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Sound Cave Labs Podcast, recorded inside MD Acoustics’ anechoic chamber, we sit down with two respected voices shaping the future of acoustical standards: Jeff Fullerton (Stantec) and Matthew Golden (Intertek).Jeff and Matt bring decades of experience in architectural acoustics, product development, vibration control, and standards committee leadership. Together, they unpack one of the biggest steps forward in the industry—the launch of the INCE Technical Badge Program, a new credential designed to improve measurement quality, unify testing practices, and help practitioners demonstrate real mastery of the standards they use every day.We explore why interpreting ASTM and ANSI standards can be so challenging, how inconsistencies develop, and what it actually takes to write and update these documents. Jeff and Matt also share stories from years of field work and committee involvement, illustrating why hands-on measurement skill is just as important as deep technical knowledge.From airborne and impact testing to outdoor measurement protocols, this conversation highlights the need for clearer, more consistent training—especially as measurement demands increase and testing becomes more central to legal disputes, design decisions, and environmental compliance.Whether you're an acoustical consultant, testing lab, manufacturer, or emerging professional looking to sharpen your skills, this episode offers valuable insight into where the industry is heading and how this new badging program can elevate both practice and accountability across the field.