Phillip Ilijevski These days, many air filter buyers are transfixed on the sticker price of an air filter. Typically, people come up with an order with a list of filters based on size, MERV rating, and filter type, and then ask the seller for a quote. The property or facility manager will most often make a decision … Read more
HVAC systems are essential for bringing conditioned outside air into a building and recirculating air for its occupants. Commercial HVAC systems can filter out contaminants like allergens and airborne viruses, as well as harmful PM2.5 and PM1 particles. Additionally, they remove particles that could potentially damage air handling units. However, not all air filtration systems … Read more
Is the process of upgrading and retrofitting residential HVAC systems a difficult venture? It can be a relatively easy and inexpensive process, depending on your existing system design. In this article we will focus on air filter designs and finding the right balance between efficiency and pressure drop, the value of testing by air filter … Read more
Updated Sept 16th, 2024- Camfil’s state-of-the-art mobile healthcare exhibit started its Canadian tour in Windsor on August 20, with its final stop at the National CHES Show on Sept 10 in Halifax, Nova Scotia. The trailer made many stops in Ontario, Quebec, and Eastern Canada on its way to CHES. Its purpose is to visit … Read more
Air filters play a crucial role in maintaining indoor air quality, which in turn promotes better cognitive health, enhances productivity in schools and workplaces, and contributes to the overall well-being of building occupants. Along with the positive health implications, there is a growing need to consider environmental impact in all aspects of our activities. It … Read more
-Updated June 17, 2024- Many different associations in Canada operate to audit and certify buildings for various purposes. One of those purposes is ensuring good indoor air quality for buildings, and this of course is part of the work of a property manager or facilities manager. In this article, Guidelines for Air Filtration for Canadian … Read more
Camfil’s mobile filtration exhibit continues its tour Camfil’s Mobile Filtration Exhibit recently made it through Southern Ontario, the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), Quebec City, and Montreal before heading to North Carolina. Following many successful tours around North America, the Camfil mobile filtration exhibit tours continue. In the fall, Camfil’s mobile healthcare filtration exhibit will also … Read more
In recent years, the significance of indoor air quality (IAQ) in long-term care and nursing homes has gained considerable attention, given its profound impact on resident health and wellbeing. While many individuals recognize the importance of using high-quality, pleated air filters, it must be noted that there is a substantial distinction in the effectiveness of … Read more
Not all air filters are created equal, and the cost to operate a filter is far more significant than simply buying one. By getting an indoor air quality (IAQ) and air filtration site survey, you can determine what your current filtration system is costing you versus other options, and your organization can potentially save energy and money and have cleaner indoor air. Another benefit of a site survey is determining the efficiency of your current air filters compared to other options. In this article, we will explain the benefits of conducting a site survey.
Did you know that spending a little more on the initial cost of an air filter may save you more money in the long run? When companies purchase air filters, they tend to concentrate on the initial cost of the filter, but this ignores more important factors such as the cost of labour, maintenance, energy, and waste, among others. As a result, property managers or facilities managers could end up spending much more money in the long run. The best philosophy is to ensure that users pay the least amount possible for the usage of their air filters in a given application, regardless of the initial cost. In this article, we will examine why it’s important to know the total cost of ownership (TCO) of air filters, including all the costs incurred over their entire life cycle