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Is the air in the office more dangerous than smog?-ASHRAE's new regulations reshape indoor air quality standards to comprehensively ensure healthy breathing.
In built environments, indoor air quality (IAQ) serves as an invisible health metric, directly impacting human well-being, comfort, and productivity. Studies reveal that modern individuals spend over 80% of their time indoors, making precise IAQ monitoring a critical safeguard for healthy living spaces. As the sole international standard-setting body for HVAC systems designated by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), the American Society of... -
What’s in the Air You Breathe?--A Look at Particulate Matter (PM) You Might Overlook!
Have you ever wondered what exactly you're breathing in every time you take a deep breath? Besides the fresh air you hope for, there are countless invisible particles floating around—some harmless, some potentially harmful. These tiny airborne intruders are known as particulate matter (PM), and they can have a significant impact on our health. In this blog, let’s break down the different types of... -
The Importance of Particle Counters in Cleanroom Environments
Cleanrooms are classified based on the number and size of particles permitted per cubic meter of air. The most common classifications, outlined by ISO 14644-1, range from ISO Class 1 (the cleanest) to ISO Class 9. Maintaining these standards is crucial for preventing contamination that can lead to product failure, compromised research outcomes, or regulatory non-compliance.