Indoor Air Quality
Perhaps the Most Frequently Discussed and Pursued Issue in the HVACR Industry Today
Indoor Air Quality
It’s about “the quality of the air” we breathe inside of a building
And it’s become increasingly sensitive over the last 30 years as energy concerns have resulted in tighter buildings
And it’s significant to our industry because most experts agree on one point: the HVAC system stands as the most vital component in
addressing the Quality of Indoor Air
Impact of Poor IAQ
EPA estimates that poor IAQ has a hand in 6000 cancer related deaths each year
EPA reports that up to 150 million work days are lost each year as a result of poor IAQ
EPA has found productivity losses at $5 billion per year, and into the “tens of billions” in total losses
Biocontaminants
There are two very specific but broad types: Bacteria
Fungus
Both are bio aerosols
Both are very prevalent in the air and in our environment
And they can grow to a troublesome level given the opportunity
One solution is a Complete Cleaning & Remediation Program that should Include . . .
A ready-to-use liquid
formulation of chlorine dioxide
Bio-Fresh®cd
Premier antimicrobial inhibitor product
EPA registered since 1994 specifically for HVAC applications
Not a sanitizer ………is bacteriostatic Inhibits or stops the growth of mold
Literally sits dormant until it is activated by acids (i.e. aminos) in cell walls of organisms
Bio-Fresh®cd
Ready-to-use . . . no mixing required
A 0.1% ClO2 solution
Safe and easy to use
May be sprayed or fogged
No evacuation required
Powerful odor control agent
Bio-Fresh cd
Spray Bio-Fresh®cd onto the coil and drain pan.
For ductwork and hard-to-reach areas, Bio-Fresh cd can be fogged using the Bio-Fresh fogger.
IAQ Assurance Program
A 4-step program for providing preventative maintenance for HVACR systems, including . . .
1. Cleaning the coil2. Protecting the coil with Teflon®
3. Controlling the bacteria, Bio-Fresh® cd4. Application of PanPads® in order to
prevent the growth of biocontaminants in the condensate pan
1. Cleaning the Coil
Dirt & grime on the evaporator coils decrease heat transfer & reduces airflow while increasing run time & power costs
This matter also mixes with moisture to provide a breeding ground for bacteria, mold and odors
1. Cleaning the Coil
Regular cleaning will improve Indoor Air Quality
Select a coil cleaner formulated for evaporator coils, such as HD CalClean®
Evap Pow’r®
Cal-Brite®
Evap Foam®
Evap Fresh
Evap Fresh
Cleans, Deodorizes and Disinfects in 1 step
A “no-rinse” product for evaporator coils
EPA registered for the HVAC application
Cuts dirt and grime
Kills bacteria and mold
Kills H1N1 (Swine Flu), SARS, Norwalk Virus, Staff, Hepatitis, and more.
Eliminates odors
Fresh lemon scent
2. Protecting the Coil
Use Cal-Shield, a ready-to-use coil protectant It protects the evaporator coil from
dirt and grime build-up
Coil stays cleaner longerNext cleaning is easier
It protects coil from corrosive environments like salt air and food acids
It improves IAQ by preventing dirt build-up on evaporator coils, allowing it to flush with condensate
3. Controlling
Protect evaporator coil, drain pan and surrounding area with Bio-Fresh cd®
It is an EPA-registered coil and duct antimicrobial and deodorizer
Tested and proven effective against mold, mildew, and bacteria.
Controls the source of the IAQ problem
Very safe…can be used in occupied building including schools, nursing homes, hospitals, etc.
4. Prevention
A controlled release biocide enclosed in a unique
housing.
Prevent Plugging of Condensate Pan . . .
A slow-dissolving tablet that keeps condensate
pans clean
Pan-Treat™
If tablets are preferred . . . . Use Pan-Treat Helps the condensate pan to stay
clean Slow dissolving Use 1 tablet per ton for 30 days 200 tablets per jar
Gel Tabs
• Protects drain pan against clogs
• Gel formulation locks tabs into place
• Completely dissolves
• Up to 3 months of protection
• Eliminates foul and musty odors
Perfect for contractors that use on every job
Cost savings over the 12 in tubes
3 Ton Gel Tabs 200 Count
PanPads®
Prevents the growth of bacteria, and breaks down slime mass that clog the drain line.
Contains cleaners and buffering compounds that maintain drain pan water pH, preventing rust and corrosion
EPA registration includes efficacy data vs. many waterborne bacteria
Independent tests prove effective against Legionella
PanPads®
Lasts 3 months Three sizes available ….5, 15 & 45 ton sizes
PanPads-5 . . . . . for systems up to 5 tonsPanPads-15 . . . . for systems up to 15 tonsPanPads-45 . . . . for systems up to 45 tons
Mini-Split Kit
Designed to capitalize on the growing Mini-split market
Complete package containing Evap-Fresh and PurCool Green Mini StripCleans
Disinfects
Deodorizes
Controls Mold and Mildew
Bactericide
Protects drain pan and line
Mini-Split Kit
Easy 3 step instructions showing how to use both products