Indoor air quality in Canada

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

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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

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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?

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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?

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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

How to choose the best residential air filter

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How important are air filters in your home HVAC system? Should you buy a mechanical or electrostatic filter? Do you need a HEPA filter? Choosing the best air filter for your home requires that you think about your particular needs. Filters can protect against cardiovascular diseases, improve respiratory conditions, and help you live a healthier … Read more

FAQs on air filters-answers from an air filtration expert

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There is a lot of good information on air filters and air filtration systems on the internet. However, there are also a lot of myths. For example, did you know that even if an air filter looks dirty, it may still have plenty of life left? Also, not all air filters are made equal. The … Read more

An Expert’s Guide to Air Filter Changeouts

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The seasonal changeout of air filters in HVAC systems for public and private buildings is an essential maintenance task, especially when there are significant changes in environmental conditions, such as going from cool to warm or warm to cool weather. Another consideration for seasonal changeouts is changing humidity levels. Properly maintaining air filters ensures better … Read more

Can quality air filtration in schools lead to better student well-being, higher achievement?

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The importance of air filtration for schools has been magnified recently due to the spread of airbourne illnesses, but also because recent studies show how poor indoor air quality can affect test scores, cognition, problem-solving, and grades, and can cause chronic cardiovascular diseases. What can we do about air quality in educational facilities in Canada? … Read more

The Importance of Proper Air Filtration for Hospitals & Healthcare Facilities

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Air filtration for hospitals is crucial for maintaining a clean and healthy environment for patients, staff, and visitors. High-efficiency air filters can help remove harmful bacteria, harmful particles, and contaminants from the air, reducing the risk of infections and illnesses. Maintenance of HVAC systems and air purifiers, as well as a properly scheduled air filter … Read more

When and why should I change my HVAC air filter?

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Written by Air Filter Expert Jon Holmes Dirty, dusty filters; no one likes changing them, but they play such an important role in tenant comfort and building efficiency.  Unfortunately, many times building operators aren’t getting the best value for their filter spend because air filters are either changed too soon, resulting in increased labour and … Read more

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