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Fighting back against worsening airborne allergies

airborne-allergies-indoor-air-quality-sneeze Posted on: January 20, 2016 | By Mike Booth

An unusually warm fall and early winter left many around the U.S. suffering from airborne allergies later than usual. Allergens commonly found in the air including mold spores and pollen from ragweed, were a particular problem near the end of 2015 due to the lack of frost and snow.

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How do air purifiers work?

Posted on: December 23, 2015 | By Mike Booth

When you walk into a room and see a device attached to the wall, it’s natural to wonder about its function and purpose. So how do air purifiers work? And what separates the best of the best?

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New research uncovers power of a single sneeze

Posted on: December 16, 2015 | By Mike Booth

Researchers at MIT’s Fluid Dynamics of Disease Transmission Laboratory slowed down more than 50 sneezes on video to reveal that the spray begins in sheets, bags and strings of fluid, eventually separating into droplets of various sizes. This process propels large droplets short distances, but allows microscopic droplets to travel long distances and potentially stay in the air for an extended period of time.

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Air fresheners: Friend or foe?

Posted on: October 21, 2015 | By Mike Booth

Air fresheners have become more than a billion-dollar market in the U.S., capturing the American spirit of convenience and making odor easier to tackle in our busy daily grind. Coming in various forms such as aerosol sprays, scented candles and outlet plug-ins, these products are often used as a catch-all solution to every unpleasant smell, both in homes and shared building spaces. They’re a fast, easy-to-use option that seem like an obvious choice for homeowners, janitorial services and facility managers – at first.

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Flu virus: How it spreads and how to prevent it

Posted on: October 14, 2015 | By Mike Booth

The flu virus wreaks havoc wherever it goes. What role does a cleaner facility play in stopping it from spreading? Our infographic shows how the flu virus spreads through the air in common areas. It also explains that if you clean the air, you can reduce the risk of catching the illness. Something to think […]

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