Commercial & Public Buildings Air Filtration

Office Air Problems Are Invisible but Measurable

Office buildings rarely have a dramatic air quality problem. They have a slow, low-level one that shows up in how people feel by mid-afternoon.

Carpets, furniture, paint, and adhesives release VOCs, most heavily after a fit-out or refurbishment. Printers and copiers emit fine particles and ozone, which concentrates in small unventilated print rooms. In densely occupied meeting rooms, carbon dioxide climbs quickly and has a measurable effect on concentration and decision-making. Outdoor pollution enters through ventilation, particularly in city centres and near busy roads. And buildings sealed tight for energy efficiency recirculate all of it rather than diluting it with fresh air.

What Staff Complaints Are Usually Telling You

• Staff report afternoon headaches, tiredness, or difficulty concentrating

• Meeting rooms feel stuffy within half an hour

• A chemical smell followed a recent refurbishment or new furniture

• The print room has a distinct smell

• Your building is sealed with limited openable windows

• Air quality has never been measured in occupied areas

Quiet Filtration for Occupied Workspaces

Electrocorp combines carbon and HEPA level filtration for the mix of contaminants an office actually accumulates. The carbon stage handles VOCs off-gassing from furnishings, finishes, and print equipment, while HEPA filtration captures dust, pollen, and fine particles including those drawn in from outside. Units run quietly enough for occupied workspaces and can be placed in meeting rooms, print rooms, or open-plan areas where air moves least.