More Breathing Space
Technology allows builders to address indoor air quality cost effectively.
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Ones to Watch IAQ innovations are abundant. Here’s how a handful of manufacturers are making news:
Product: Bryant Perfect Air Purifier
Company: Bryant Heating & Cooling Systems
Used initially in hospitals and secure government facilities. Captures and kills airborne bacteria, viruses, mold, and other substances. Treats 100 percent of HVAC system’s air flow. Installs in return air duct as part of complete HVAC system. Attaches directly to furnace or air handler. Expect availability to production builders approximately June 2006. Product: Ultra-Aire whole house dehumidifier/ventilator/filter system
Company: Therma-Stor Products
Maintains relative humidity level of less than 50 percent. Prevents dust mite infestations, mold, and mildew. Inhibits bacteria growth. Reduces presence of volatile organic compounds. Uses pleated media filter to obtain high filtration levels. Controls ventilation rates of ducted air to reduce quantity of indoor air pollutants. Sold and installed by HVAC contractors. Costs from $1,000 to $4,000 for installation. Currently available. Product: ProMark Total Spectrum Air Filtration System
Company: ProMark Associates
Uses ultraviolet light, photochemical reactions, gas phase, and media filters. Staged, multi-step, patented process eliminates full range of chemical pollutants. Uses minimum outdoor air. Eliminates 95 percent of airborne particulates as small as one millionth of a meter (one meter equals approximately 39 inches). Produces no harmful emissions. Installs as part of complete HVAC system by builder. Available as standard unit in next six months. Product: Dehumidifying Ventilators and Air Purification Systems
Company: Healthy Air USA
Improves indoor air quality by controlling humidity, providing fresh air ventilation, and filtering air. Dehydrates mold food sources by maintaining relative humidity of less than 50 percent. Kills dust mites via low humidity. Handles homes of less than 2,000 square feet. Installed by HVAC contractor. Costs builder $1500 for installation. Currently available.
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