Correctional Facilities Air Filtration

Odor and Bad Air Build Up Fast in a Closed Space

Correctional facilities face an air problem most buildings don't. A lot of people, very little fresh air, and sources of odor that are hard to remove at the source.

Housing units pack many people into a small space with shared toilets and limited airflow, so odor builds up fast. Contraband smoking and small fires add smoke on top of that, often in areas without strong ventilation. Kitchens and laundry rooms add their own fumes and steam. And because many older buildings recirculate air between housing units instead of venting it outside, smells from one area can spread to the rest of the building.

Warning Signs Your Facility Needs Better Air Control

• Staff and visitors notice a strong smell right away

• Housing units run on recirculated air with little fresh air coming in

• Smoke from contraband is a recurring problem

• Air quality has never been tested in housing or common areas

• Mold or a musty smell shows up in older parts of the building

• You're renovating or converting a housing unit

Filters That Don't Require an HVAC Overhaul

Electrocorp's HEPA and carbon systems can go straight into housing units, day rooms, or intake areas without changing your existing ductwork. The HEPA filter catches smoke and fine particles. The carbon filter handles the mix of smells common in these facilities, from body odor to kitchen fumes to mold. Because units are standalone, they can go wherever the problem is worst without waiting on a full building upgrade.