Indoor air quality challenges
Canadian airports, small and large across the country, have been facing cost uncertainty and cost increases for just about every expense, whether it be labour, energy, or environment-related. The bulk of energy use, up to 80% of electricity costs, is used by HVAC systems. Another challenge for airports is maintaining indoor air quality for passengers … Read more
Lingering odours coming from your industrial or commercial facility can be a problem not just due to nuisance smells, but also a sign that a threat of contamination is present or that your facility could be emitting hazardous gases into the environment. Masking agents and ventilation may alleviate the nuisance to some extent, but they … Read more
Facility managers and building operators know the frustration of “filter flips” — the frequent and costly task of changing out underperforming air filters. “Bargain filters” not only consume maintenance staff time but also can drive up energy costs and hasten the deterioration of HVAC hardware. High-performance air filters address this challenge by going beyond simply … Read more
Do you know the levels of pollutants that are in your home, office, or workspace? When Environment Canada issues an air quality warning, we can easily search online and find the corresponding AQI (Air Quality Index) number. The air quality can shift from good to hazardous, posing a significant health risk. The longer you are … Read more
Commercial operations such as those in manufacturing facilities, oil and gas production, and processing plants each have unique environments and challenges. These facilities produce a considerable amount of dust and other particulates from operations such as metal fabrication, food and beverage production, wood product manufacturing, mining, and other commercial activities. Canadian Commercial Operations Require Specialized … Read more
Canadian retail facilities, including malls, stores, and big-box stores, often face challenging conditions. These include airborne contaminants from road salt in winter in snowy cities, particulates from wildfires in warmer seasons, nuisance odours from garbage chutes, and air pollution in urban and suburban areas. These contaminants enter buildings and can cause issues for staff and … Read more
Canada is experiencing another significant wildfire season. British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba are witnessing the most severe activity, with over 30,000 people having been evacuated from their homes. The area burned so far this season, 2,230,042 hectares, is significantly higher than the 10-year average by this time of year. When wildfire activity is present … Read more
While the Canadian Food & Beverage industry prioritizes things such as the quality of raw ingredients, air quality is often overlooked. However, it’s a vital part of the mix that affects product safety, shelf life, taste, and brand integrity. Air quality must be examined throughout the supply chain, from production to packaging. In this article, … Read more
Airborne contaminants can become part of your food during preparation, cooking, and serving. Smoke and nuisance odours can permeate into the dining areas. The good news is that there have been some important advancements in filter technology that can solve your air quality issues. Comfort, fire safety, staff and customer health, food quality and customer … Read more
The Canadian business landscape has changed drastically in the 21st Century, with technology becoming a big part of economic growth. Vancouver, Toronto, and Montreal have all become tech hubs. At the same time, smaller cities like Ottawa, Kitchener-Waterloo, Edmonton, and Halifax have seen their local economies rebound from stagnation with the help of tech. Information … Read more