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
A lower average pressure drop translates to significant energy savings by reducing the work required to move air. It also optimizes HVAC system performance. When comparing filters with the same design, the filter with lowest average pressure drop will last the longest, requiring less frequent replacements. It also contributes to better indoor air quality throughout … Read more
For residential, commercial, and public building owners and managers, following proper air filtration standards and best practices not only benefits occupant health and comfort but can also improve energy efficiency and regulatory compliance. Two organizations that produce standards and develop best practices for improving indoor air quality (IAQ) are ASHRAE (American Society of Heating, Refrigerating … Read more
Whether it’s your workplace, a commercial space, or a public facility, proper airflow and air circulation are key components in an overall air quality improvement approach for any building. Airflow and air circulation can be improved by using high-quality air filtration systems, making sure that your HVAC system is running properly, and utilizing both mechanical … Read more
The benefits of achieving good indoor air quality (IAQ) cannot be overstated. Air quality monitoring is essential to ensure the health and well-being of building occupants and to enhance concentration and productivity, be it at work, school, or at a recreation facility. In this article, we will discuss the threats posed by poor indoor air … Read more
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
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
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
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