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Indoor Air Quality Challenges In Dental Offices

During a procedure, whether it is the doctor specifically or the technician assisting her, a dentist is doing more than just filling a cavity; she’s keeping her patient, her staff and herself safe from toxic dust and fumes that could cause illness. During any dental office procedure, there are numerous substances that are emitted into Read More

No Matter Your Industry, HEPA Filtration Improves Indoor Air Quality

HEPA filters are vital for air quality control.

Conserve Energy and Improve IAQ In Hospital Laboratories

One of the most effective methods of reducing hospital energy costs is installing fume hoods, according to Healthcare Design.

Chemical Exposure in Food Processing Plants

While food safety may be on the forefront of some consumers’ minds when doing their shopping this year, food companies may also want to step up their commitment to safety in the workplace.

Are There Volatile Organic Compounds Lurking In Your Office?

While smoke and fumes are easily pinpointed as a cause of poor indoor air quality, there is a hidden danger that building occupants and workers might not be aware of and it could be inadvertently affecting their health. Known as volatile organic compounds, this potentially harmful substance is found in chemicals located around offices and other building areas, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. VOCs could be lurking in a building’s carpet or furnishings.

Nanomaterial Exposure Poses Potential Risks To Workers

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) recently issued new guidelines for limiting employee exposure to industry nanomaterials, according to Occupational Health and Safety Magazine.

Poor Indoor Air Quality Linked To Dry Eye Syndrome

Residents who live in polluted cities were more likely to experience dry eye syndrome, according to Science Daily.

For Healthy Indoor Air Quality , Food Manufacturers Need Clean Air

Facing regulatory pressures from federal agencies, food manufacturers must ensure their products are free from all sources of contamination, including the air.