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New PTR-MS application showcase - indoor air quality
Volatile Organic Compouns (VOCs) are chemicals that vaporize at room temperature and many of which are known to be harmful to our health or have a bad smell. Nearly every commercial product we use emits VOCs, some of them on purpose (e.g. air fresheners) but a lot of them unintentionally (e.g. furniture like carpets or paints). Learn more about indoor air quality and VOCs at the US EPA's ...
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Texas Building Science Experts Resolve Sick Building Syndrome Cases across the Gulf Coast
As far back as 1984, a World Health Organization Committee report suggested that up to 30 percent of new and remodeled buildings worldwide may be the subject of excessive complaints related to indoor air quality (IAQ). In some of these buildings, the term sick building syndrome (SBS) has been used to describe situations in which building occupants experience acute health and comfort effects that ...
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Real-time monitoring of multiple Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) parameters.
The PPMonitor Stand Alone System (SAS) system is an integrated multi-parameter monitor of indoor air quality (IAQ). It has been developed to allow flexibility and freedom in monitoring IAQ levels, and to ensure that monitoring is thoroughly accurate, applicable and cost effective for every individual situation. In recognition of the need for flexible and adaptable monitoring, the portable Stand ...
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PTR-MS for indoor air quality monitoring
A new review article discussed some most important applications of IONICON PTR-MS systems in indoor air quality monitoring Air quality indoors is influenced by many sources of airborne contamination e.g. VOCs (volatile organic compounds). These substances are emitted by household products, electronics such as computers, printers or TVs, construction materials, wall-paints, carpets, and ...
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Researchers Call for More Emphasis on Indoor Pollution Monitoring
Indoor pollution is killing people at rates significantly higher than outdoor pollution, and the general public has for years been none the wiser new research reveals. According to a recent publication by leading global air filtration specialist Camfil, many people are unaware of the massive number of indoor pollution related deaths that occur annually. According to the World Health Organization, ...
By Camfil Ltd
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AIRLOG - A web based platform for intelligent indoor air quality management
A recent survey* of 200 UK businesses revealed that absenteeism and sickness are major issues affecting service delivery and customer satisfaction for 39% of those questioned so anyone with an environmental remit as part of their business operation should take note. With pollution contributing to serious respiratory disorders such as asthma, and more than 30% of EU buildings reportedly ...
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Zimmetry Environmental Gives Thanks to the People of Puerto Rico
As people across Puerto Rico prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving with their family and friends, Zimmetry Environmental would like to thank the community for another successful year of providing indoor consulting and environmental compliance testing services for the island’s residents. Over a decade ago, Harry Pena, President of Zimmetry Environmental, started the company after working as a ...
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AIRLOG - Indoor Air Quality Management Reporting Tool and Platform
A recent survey* of 200 UK businesses revealed that absenteeism and sickness are major issues affecting service delivery and customer satisfaction for 39% of those questioned so anyone with an environmental remit as part of their business operation should take note. With pollution contributing to serious respiratory disorders such as asthma, and more than 30% of EU buildings reportedly ...
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Delivering superior air quality monitoring solutions
Delivering superior air quality monitoring solutions for improved public health with ION Science’s range of OEM gas sensors. The impact of air quality on health and wellbeing has been rising on the agenda of governments and private sectors. Sick Building Syndrome has been a recognised cause of illness amongst office workers for almost four decades, caused by poor indoor air quality. WHO ...
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NIOSH Now Targets Mold in Buildings
NIOSH has released a Dampness and Mold Assessment Tool for general buildings and schools to assist managers in identifying and assessing areas of dampness in buildings. NIOSH states “implementing regular visual inspections for dampness can help to identify trouble areas before they become major problems and help to prioritize maintenance and repair.” “The Dampness and Mold ...
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Zimmetry Environmental Educates the Public about Common Causes of Indoor Air Quality Issues
Even with the beautiful weather that is so common across Puerto Rico and the Caribbean, most people spend the majority of their time indoors. Whether at home, school or in the office, many people spend up to 90% of their time indoors. Spending so much time indoors means that the air people breathe is a key component of a healthy life. Unfortunately, many buildings have problems with their ...
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Workers Memorial Day and the Importance of Occupational Health and Safety Programs in Puerto Rico
On April 28th, Puerto Rico and the rest of the United States will observe Workers Memorial Day. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) states that the annual day of recognition was established to recognize workers who died or suffered from exposures to hazards at work. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Workers Memorial Day is a time ...
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Honoring Workers’ Memorial Day and Occupational Health and Safety Services in Puerto Rico
Later this week, Puerto Rico and the rest of the United States will observe Workers’ Memorial Day. The annual day of recognition takes place each year on April 28th, the same day the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) was established 46 years ago. According to OSHA, Workers’ Memorial Day is a time to honor those workers who have died on the job, to acknowledge the ...
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Safe + Sound Week in Puerto Rico and Protecting the Health and Safety of Workers
Recognize Your Safety Successes is the theme for the 2020 Safe + Sound Week that begins today. The event officially takes place from August 10th through the 16th and is described by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) as a time to recognize the successes of workplace safety and health programs. It is also an opportunity for OSHA and partners to share information and ideas on ...
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Puerto Ricans Reminded of Indoor Air Pollutants during Lung Cancer Awareness Month
Across Puerto Rico and the rest of the United States, November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Lung cancer is the leading cause of death due to cancer and the second most commonly diagnosed cancer in both genders. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in 2010 there were 201,144 people who were diagnosed with lung cancer in the United States. That same ...
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Recognizing Safe + Sound Week and Protecting the Health and Safety of Puerto Rico’s Workers
Show Your Commitment to Safety is the theme for the 2018 Safe + Sound Week that takes place later this month. From August 13th through the 19th, this nationwide week of recognition officially takes place in what is described by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) as an event to raise awareness and understanding of the value of safety and health programs that include ...
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ION Science MiniPID sensors supporting Earth Day 2022
Bringing air quality into focus: ION Science MiniPID sensors supporting Earth Day 2022 As Earth Day 2022 arrives on the 22nd April, the message for the world this year is to ‘invest in our planet’. Earth Day encourages people to reflect and think about ‘what will you do?’, contributing to their ‘All In’ approach in creating a partnership for the planet. ...
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