Comparing Air Quality in Rural and Urban Areas: What’s the Difference?

When examining urban and rural air pollution, there are some key factors to consider. Particle size is one of them. Smaller particles are more harmful to your body because they are harder to eliminate. In urban areas, you are more likely to encounter fine particles, while rural areas typically have fewer of these particles, making … Read more

How can LCC software reduce costs and improve air filtration?

Life Cycle Cost (LCC) is a sophisticated software tool that helps businesses optimize their systems and reduce operating expenses. It can help companies optimize their operations in air filtration. It considers factors such as air filter efficiency, lifespan, labour costs for changeouts, purchase costs, disposal fees, and energy consumption. In this article, we will examine … Read more

How can you save money on an air filter by ignoring the initial sticker price?

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

How to Improve Indoor Air Quality By Retrofitting Your Residential HVAC System

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

Mobile exhibit displays cutting-edge air filtration for healthcare industry

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

How much waste do air filters create, and how can it be reduced?

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

Showcasing the latest technology in air filtration

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

How can Long-term care homes improve IAQ?

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

Spend a little more on your air filters, save on your total cost of ownership (TCO)

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

5 strategies to ensure better air quality for hospitals

Proper air filtration in hospitals is essential to creating a healthy and safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors. In this article, we examine steps that can be taken to improve hospital air quality in Canadian facilities and how to select the best air filters for hospitals. How to get Better air quality in hospitals … Read more

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