With the arrival of the COVID-19 Pandemic, office buildings are now expected to not only provide a comfortable environment for its occupants, but a hygienic one as well.
Although infection control was likely not considered a priority when the HVAC systems in most office buildings were designed, when properly configured with the correct filtration it can lead to significant reductions in the spread of airborne pathogens. Air filters remove a range of particle sizes and each time recirculated air passes through a filter, more particles are trapped. When the optimal filter type and efficiency is chosen the HVAC system can dramatically reduce the number of pathogens in the air.
Air filters remove a range of particle sizes and each time recirculated air passes through a filter, more particles are trapped. When the optimal filter type and efficiency is chosen the HVAC system can dramatically reduce the number of pathogens in the air.
The design of most office buildings makes social distancing especially challenging. Although clean air is difficult for individuals to perceive, occupants will feel more at ease knowing that steps have been taken to reduce pathogens from the air. Areas of Concern where stand alone equipment can augment the HVAC system.