Indoor air quality (IAQ) can directly affect people’s overall health and well-being. Poor IAQ contributes to the spread of viruses like COVID-19, exacerbates chronic health conditions, such as asthma, and can trigger other preventable illnesses. Upgrading indoor ventilation to include technology like Atmofizer’s air purification system can improve indoor air quality in the workplace, schools, hotel rooms, and other shared indoor spaces where toxic elements in the air can thrive.
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Clearwater, FLA. (PRWEB) September 6, 2022 - The
COVID-19 pandemic shined a spotlight on indoor air quality (IAQ) as a public
health issue. Scientists confirmed the dangers of the airborne spread of the
virus via tiny aerosol particles. Building managers at workplaces, restaurants,
schools, and multi-family residences were forced to assess their HVAC systems
and make improvements to reduce the risk of disease transmission.
“Improving air quality in 2022 shouldn’t just mean
installing new versions of old technology,” says WhitPepper, President and Chief Commercial Officer of Atmofizer. “Most existing
air filtration systems today are based on technical knowledge methods and
materials developed more than a half-century ago. They can only do so much.
Next-generation air purification technology is another layer of protection
against indoor air pollution and airborne disease transmission. We are seeing
the most potential from air tech systems capable of actually modifying airborne
particles, rather than just catching them.”
COVID-19 particles are not the only breed of indoor
contaminants that can negatively affect health. The EPA notes that indoor air
pollution is one of the top five environmental risks to public health. The
concentration of pollutants indoors can be two to five times higher than
outdoors. Breathing contaminated indoor air can affect general well-being,
lower job performance, and exacerbate the effects of chronic conditions, such
as asthma.(1) Workers and students exposed to poor indoor air quality may
exhibit symptoms, such as headaches, fatigue, and difficulty concentrating,
which may lead to more absenteeism.
Newly constructed spaces are not immune to the risks of poor
IAQ due to ventilation systems specifically designed to reduce the air exchange
with the outdoors. Air circulates within the building, but there are few
opportunities for fresh air to enter the system. As a result of this design,
air impurities remain inside.(2) This traps COVID-19 particles and other indoor
pollutants, so they are repeatedly circulating. Individuals face continuous
exposure to viruses, chemicals, mold, and other indoor pollutants.
Better IAQ Is a National Priority
In early 2022, the White House recognized the urgent need for cleaner indoor
air. The Biden Administration authorized hundreds of billions of dollars in
federal funds that can be used in workplaces, restaurants, and other public
spaces to improve indoor air quality.
These efforts promote the Administration’s “best practices”
guide for improving indoor air quality. Additionally, the CDC released
interactive tools to help individuals at home and in schools and businesses to
understand how air flows inside and what they can do to help shore up air quality
and improve ventilation.(3)
These IAQ measures build on prior funding through the State
and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund program and the Elementary and Secondary School
Education Relief program. These funds are eligible to spend on inspection,
testing, maintenance, and improving current ventilation systems, such as
purchasing portable air filtration units with HEPA air filters and MERV-13 (or
higher) filters for HVAC systems.
Next-Generation Technology for IAQ
Combined with other CDC best practices, air purifiers reduce airborne
contaminants, including viruses, in confined spaces. Adding air purification
technology to existing HVAC and filtration systems can improve overall indoor
air quality.
Atmofizer Technologies and its distributor USA Tech Direct offer
comprehensive air purification solutions for indoor air quality management.
Atmofizer’s patented technology combines sound and light in a purification
system specifically designed to address the ultra-fine particles found in the
air indoors.
These systems are filterless, eliminating the need for
expensive replacements that generate significant landfill waste. Atmofizer’s
systems are designed to control customer costs and reduce negative
environmental impacts. Atmofizer’s range of products includes standalone air
purifying units that are ready to use right out of the box. Just plug in the
unit, press the power button, and Atmofizer begins cleaning the air.
“At USA Tech Direct, we are committed to environmentally
conscious efforts to improve people’s health and well-being,” says David Lee Jensen,Founder and CEO of USA Tech Direct. “The Atmofizer air purification systems
offer an affordable, low-waste option for improving indoor air quality in
workplaces.”
For more information on Atmofizer and USA Tech Direct,
visit https://www.atmofizer.com/
and https://www.usatechdirect.com/.
About Atmofizer Technologies Inc.
Atmofizer is disrupting the air treatment industry by improving air
effectiveness and efficiency while lowering customers’ operational costs and
improving environmental impact. Atmofizer’s product lines include personal air
treatment systems. They are built around the company’s patent-protected and
patent-pending technology for ultrafine particle agglomeration, nanoparticle
reduction, and deactivation of airborne viruses and bacteria. Visit http://www.atmofizer.com to learn more.
About USA Tech Direct
USA Tech Direct is a dedicated team of professionals focused on providing new,
high-tech, USA-made products that help Americans work and play. It partners
with brands whose products they personally believe will accomplish its mission
of getting America back to normal. Formerly USA Rapid Test, they’ve expanded to
help with preventative products. Visit http://www.usatecdirect.com to
learn more.
References:
1) Propmodo. “Improved Air Quality Is Becoming a Must-Have Feature in
Commercial Real Estate.” July 2022.
2) Scientific American. “We Need to Improve Indoor Air Quality: Here’s How and
Why.” June 2022.
3) The White House. “FACT SHEET: Biden Administration Launches Effort to
Improve Ventilation and Reduce the Spread of COVID-19 in Buildings.” March 2022.
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