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

Fibreglass vs synthetic: Which is the best air filter? 

In air filtration, the debate between synthetic air filters and fibreglass filters has been ongoing, with synthetic filters still facing some challenges in competing with fibreglass filters. Originally, filters with fibreglass-based media dominated the market, particularly in the production of HEPA and bag filters. However, the high cost and intensive manufacturing process of fibreglass led … 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

What Are the Different Kinds of Air Pollutants? Camfil Canada Air Pollution Experts Explain Particulate Matter, VOCs, and More

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What Are the Different Kinds of Air Pollutants? Camfil Canada Air Pollution Experts Explain Particulate Matter, VOCs, and More –Updated August 7, 2024 In Canada, air pollution is linked to at least 15,000 premature deaths per year. Globally, an estimated 7 million people die prematurely due to exposure to harmful airborne pollutants from outdoor and … 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 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

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

Air filter quality: Is buying a discount filter worth it?

Not all air filters are created equal. Some air filters have wildly diverging particle capture efficiency from other filters. A “bad” air filter, or low-quality air filter, is less effective in capturing smaller particles and can bow and restrict airflow, reducing performance and forcing your HVAC system to work harder. This can lead to higher … Read more

What Are the Health Benefits of Better Air Filtration for Canadians?

Canadians spend most of our time indoors and although we are becoming more aware of the importance of clean air in public spaces, did you know that clean indoor air can also have long term positive health benefits in several areas such as improving gut health and boosting your immune system, improving your heart health, … Read more

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