Many people have been asking Whitman what can be done with their HVAC systems to combat COVID-19 and any other viruses, airborne pathogens, etc. that may exist within their facility.
The Mechanical Code requires a certain amount of mechanical ventilation – outside air in all occupiable buildings – based on the occupancy and floor area.
However, most of the airflow serving spaces inside buildings is recirculated air.
So how do we solve this problem?
There are actually a few ways to mitigate the proliferation of harmful microbials in the air inside of buildings.
Whitman has the engineering design technical expertise and experience to evaluate the optimal air disinfection method depending on your specific application. Certain types of these systems can also provide odor mitigation inside spaces, as well as a reduction in the quantity of required outside air.
The outside air reduction could result in simplified HVAC systems and potentially lowered installation and energy costs.
In addition, Whitman can provide a preliminary evaluation of your current HVAC system remotely if you have accurate drawings.
Contact Us
Please reach out to Eddie Alonso to see how we can help with your HVAC system ventilation and air disinfection.
Eddie Alonso, P.E., C.E.M., LEED A.P.
Vice President of Business Development
ealonso@whitmanco.com
(732) 390-5858
Posted on May 4, 2020
