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Indoor Air Quality Issues Are Stealing Years from Your Life

It's crucial not only for our comfort but also for maintaining good health to address potential causes of poor indoor air quality proactively

Sarilaya Cada

July 16, 2023

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Investing time and effort in improving indoor air quality results in several long-lasting advantages: enhanced respiratory health, cognitive function boost and increased comfort/well-being.

New ASHRAE IAQ Standard Aims to Reduce Infections

July 10, 2023

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The standard applies to new and existing buildings and major renovations and provides requirements for many aspects of air-system design, installation, operation, and maintenance.

Canadian Smoke Crisis Prompts Urgent IAQ Response

Research shows that PM2.5 from wildfire smoke is particularly damaging and can cause a range of issues, including both pulmonary and cardiovascular concerns.

Herb Woerpel

June 15, 2023

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HVAC contractors find their services in high demand as the northern U.S. seeks refuge from polluted air.

Indoor Air Quality in Multifamily Residential

Experts see desire for healthier air in apartment, condominium buildings

Matt Jachman

June 12, 2023

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Indoor air quality projects continue to present opportunities for HVAC businesses.

New Air Safety Program for Schools from Primary.Health and Poppy

The two companies partner to offer easy solutions for safer air

June 2, 2023

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Primary.Health has served more than 4,000 schools deploying large scale health programs, and together with Poppy, an emerging authority in air safety, completed two pilots.

Schneider Electric Collaborates with UL Solutions to Advance Indoor Environmental Quality

May 4, 2023

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The indoor environmental quality inspection and testing services will be available across the US and incorporated into the Schneider Electric Service Plan.

The 9 Types of Heat Pumps

As heat pumps become more popular, it’s important to learn about the various types available

Joanna R. Turpin

February 14, 2023

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As the U.S. moves toward electrification, heat pumps are becoming more popular, which will likely increase sales in the coming years. The key is to know which type of heat pump will work best for an application, as there is a wide range of equipment from which to choose.

Dehumidifiers Provide a Solution to Residential, Commercial Indoor Air Quality Issues

A look at the latest dehumidification products on the market

Layan Dahhan

February 10, 2023

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Following are several of the latest dehumidification products on the market, representing residential and industrial applications alike.

Historic Preservation Tax Credits Fund VRF Retrofit for High-Rise

900 on Lee Elevates West Virginia Capital

Dan Vastyan

January 26, 2023

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One of the tallest buildings in Charleston was originally a division of Huntington National Bank. AB Contracting Inc. acquired the 17-story building in April of 2021 and immediately began creating a modern, mixed use-space in the circa-1960 high-rise.

Contractors Find Opportunities in Indoor Air Quality

Discuss ways to market IAQ products amid heightened awareness

Matt Jachman

January 24, 2023

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Interest in indoor air quality products and services has soared in the last three years, so contractors who aren’t consistently marketing IAQ may be missing sales opportunities.