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PM2.5 vs. PM10: Why They Sometimes Read the Same and What it Means for Indoor Air Quality

Particulate matter (PM) is a serious air pollutant that can have detrimental effects on human health. PM can be classified based on size, with PM2.5 and PM10 being the most commonly measured. However, it's not uncommon to see the same readings for PM2.5 and PM10, particularly indoors. In this blog post, we'll explore why this is the case and what it means for air quality inside your building.

ISO 17025 Accreditation: Ensuring Quality and Competence in Testing and Calibration

Exploring the World of Filter Testing: A Recap of the 2023 Filtration Workshop

The 2023 Filtration Workshop held at TSI Headquarters in Shoreview, MN, was a resounding success. The workshop brought together professionals seeking to broaden their understanding of filter testing principles, methods, and instrumentation. With a lineup of informative presentations and hands-on lab sessions, participants had the opportunity to delve into the intricacies of mask, media, and fractional filter testing. Let's take a moment to recap the key highlights and insights from this exceptional event.

Enhancing Indoor Environmental Quality: Understanding the Significance of Sound and Noise

The acoustic environment within a building significantly impacts our well-being, productivity, and overall comfort. Building standards have emphasized the importance of IEQ when assessing building performance.

IoT and Wildfires - What Smart Devices Can Do to Protect People in Wildfire Events

A Comprehensive Guide on Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)

Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) are a group of organic chemicals that easily vaporize at room temperature and are emitted as gases. Learn more about most common VOCs and their impact on indoor air quality.

Meet the Team - A Day in the Life of Don Stager

The Importance of Measuring Indoor Air Quality within Salons

Beauty salons are a popular destination for those seeking manicures, pedicures, haircuts, hair coloring, massages, and other beauty treatments. While these treatments are supposed to make us feel good, some don’t realize that many of them can also pose certain health risks. To ensure occupants are not exposed to various pollutant dangers, it is important for salons to deploy continuous monitors to manage the indoor air quality (IAQ) within the building.

Balancing Indoor Air Quality and Energy Efficiency: Strategies for Building Managers

Indoor air quality (IAQ) is an important consideration for building managers and occupants alike. This blog article explores potential ways to help improve IAQ while simultaneously reducing emissions and energy costs.

PM2.5 vs. PM10: Why They Sometimes Read the Same and What it Means for Commercial Indoor Air Quality

Learn about particulate matter in commercial indoor air and why PM2.5 and PM10 can sometimes have the same readings. Discover the implications for IAQ monitoring and how it can help protect health.