Discover how clean air can affect the quality process for you and the workplace from world leading experts. We find out how controlling air can bring benefits to production plants and facilities, the health of people who work there, and bringing greater efficiencies to your final product. We're also joined by experts from Camfil, a world leader in the development and production of air filters and clean air solutions, on what they are doing to keep air clean and safe.
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A series of random podcasts by Clean Air folks about topics that may be of interest to those involved with air quality. Visit us at www.cleanair.com.
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On Air with Clean Air Council delves into the work of a Philadelphia-based environmental non-profit. Clean Air Council works through a broad array of related sustainability and public health initiatives, using public education, community action, government oversight, and enforcement of environmental laws.
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You Can’t Manage What You Don’t Measure
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Measuring your indoor air quality will give you a better understanding of your filter needs, but older methods of intermittent and spot checks may not be the most efficient way to protect your occupants health. Today we hear from an expert who advocates for the importance of real-time air quality monitoring, particularly in schools and similar sett…
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Healthy air in any building is paramount. If it’s something you want to achieve, the best place to start is to accurately measure the quality of air you currently have. Today we hear from an expert in air quality measurement, who explains the metrics and gives us the essential knowledge to make informed decisions about indoor air management. Our gu…
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Episode Notes The theme of Earth Day 2024 is “Planet vs. Plastic.” For this theme, we sat down with award-winning producer of the Story of Plastics, Stiv Wilson. Stiv shares his eye-opening experience of creating the documentary and the global impact of both the oil and gas industry and the petrochemical industry and how they are banking on us to k…
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Get to Know Clean Air Council’s New Executive Director
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Episode Notes Recently, we sat down with Alex Bomstein, the Council’s new Executive Director, to learn what makes him tick as well as his ideas for Clean Air Council’s future. Alex candidly answers questions about his work at the Council, being a life-long environmentalist and devout vegan, and a dog/cat dad. Tune in and get to know Alex. Learn mor…
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The Silent Killers: Mould and Asbestos
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Mould and asbestos are sometimes referred to as the ‘silent killers in a building’. If you have either of these in your building they are going to be a big concern and can have incredibly serious health effects on your occupants. Today, we hear from an expert with over twenty years experience dealing with the most complex indoor air quality, mould,…
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Our last episode, ‘The Professor’, was a masterclass of clear, science-backed guidance on improving indoor air, from a globally recognized leader in building science. Jeffrey Siegel gave us really straightforward strategies and showed us how even small changes can meaningfully impact health, wellbeing and cognitive function. After that podcast, we …
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In this episode you will get clear, science-backed guidance on improving indoor air from a globally recognized leader in building science. Professor Jeffrey Siegel shares straightforward strategies like controlling sources, optimizing ventilation and choosing effective filters. He shares how even small changes can meaningfully impact health, wellbe…
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Train Derailment in East Palestine part 2
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This installment of “On Air with Clean Air Council” is the conclusion of our two-part episode looking into the aftermath of Norfolk Southern’s train derailment in East Palestine, OH. This two-part episode features Clean Air Council’s Andrew Woomer, as well as residents and activists Hilary Flint and Jess Conard. In this second episode we discuss th…
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Train Derailment in East Palestine part 1
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The ninth installment of “On Air with Clean Air Council” breaks down the events surrounding Norfolk Southern’s train derailment in East Palestine. This two-part episode features Clean Air Council’s Andrew Woomer, as well as residents and activists Hilary Flint and Jess Conard. In this first episode we discuss what happened the night of the derailme…
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Protection Against Harmful Wildfire Smoke
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Climate change is making wildfires across Canada, the US and other parts of the world more vicious and long-lasting, as landscapes are destroyed and harmful smoke from the fires is spreading thousands of miles away. Today, we’re going to learn about the worrying impact the fires are having on our air quality and how we can protect ourselves from in…
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Air quality is becoming a more important consideration for the building sector, where integrating good air quality systems can help to maintain client and tenant satisfaction. Today, we’re going to learn how building managers are adapting to new expectations, providing air quality measures efficiently and how air filtration may soon be as ‘in deman…
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Do chess players perform worse when air quality is lower? In this episode, we delve into a unique study of over 600 high-level competition games and find out how IAQ affects people and their strategic decision-making. Hugely relevant to offices, and other indoor environments, we discover how the tests were conducted and the shocking results. TOPICS…
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CAO Mini-Series: Can Bioaerosols Kill?
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Fungal spores can cause chronic respiratory disease and have become increasingly resistant to treatments. Keeping them out of the air we breathe indoors is vital. In this episode, we discover more about bioaerosols and how they work. We also learn how some countries can create forecasts to mitigate the effects of pollen allergies and improve our ov…
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Our Chief Airgonomics Officer mini-series continues with a look at the CAO initiative in the Pacific Asia region. We hear from two new Airgonomics Officers who share how the role is developing in real life along with some of the ups and downs they’ve experienced so far. Firstly we have Jayant Kaushal, who is based in Singapore. Jayant is Vice Presi…
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Camfil have just launched the Next Generation of the Hi-Flo filter which delivers very significant improvement in performance and sustainability. Originally launched in 1969, Hi-Flo is one of the world's most popular filters and one of Camfil’s biggest successes to date. We hear direct from development team member Paula Nowojska and product manager…
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CAO Mini-Series: Three Pillars of Sustainability
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Our Chief Airgonomics Officer mini-series continues by looking at the importance of clean air through the three pillars of sustainability; economic, social and ecological. We find out how to best use these pillars to improve our lives, our business & our planet and how clean air is a crucial part of the mix. Our guest Richard Blume is an expert in …
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CAO Mini-Series: Real World Airgonomics
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Our Chief Airgonomics Officer mini-series continues by looking at the role of a CAO in the real world. Two Camfil Airgonomic Officers, from Ireland and Germany, share how they are implementing the initiative in their own workplace. We hear the reaction of colleagues and the simple improvements they’ve been able to make. TOPICS WE COVER · Simple imp…
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Episode Notes In the eighth installment of “On Air with Clean Air Council,” we follow the story of an apartment building creating a healthier environment for its residents. Thomas Wynne Apartments President Cathy Lockyer Moulton and Leasing Manager Kathryn Willcox give us insights into their journey transitioning to a smoke free apartment building.…
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CAO Mini-Series: Introducing the Chief Airgonomics Officer Initiative
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Camfil have launched a Chief Airgonomics Officer initiative to raise accountability for the air people breathe indoors. This brand-new initiative helps organisations to act by appointing CAOs and Airgonomics Officers to be 'The Voice of Clean Air' in the workplace. Camfil is leading by example and have 100 Airgonomics Officers in their own organisa…
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Protecting Walkability in Philadelphia
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In the seventh installment of “On Air with Clean Air Council,” we learn how infrastructure can make a street more or less safe for pedestrians and other road users. Titania Markland, Clean Air Council Transportation Outreach Coordinator and Feet First Philly representative, talks about Feet first Philly, pedestrian advocacy, and an amazing mini-gra…
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CAO Mini-Series: CAO & Rapid Adoption of Clean Air in 2022
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Welcome to the first of our Chief Airgonomics Officer mini-series looking at the importance of clean air in the workplace and how a CAO can improve the situation. On this episode, we get the world view on clear air today, why it’s being adopted so fast and the financial & health benefits it brings. We also discover which governments and world organ…
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Episode Notes In the sixth installment of “On Air with Clean Air Council,” we travel to Renovo, PA, to talk with residents opposing a proposed power plant right in town. Renovo, PA is a designated environmental justice community and small idyllic town in North Central PA, where Virginia-based multinational engineering corporation, Bechtel Corporati…
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Episode Notes In the fifth installment of “On Air with Clean Air Council,” Clean Air Advocacy Coordinator Lois Bower-Bjornson discusses what it’s like to live among oil and gas infrastructure and how the Protective Buffers campaign aims to protect Pennsylvania communities and the environment. Shale gas and petrochemical infrastructure has been harm…
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On this episode we’re finding out about the main types of air filter available, what they do and where they work best. In twenty minutes you will have a great understanding of how they work and be better able to consider what would work best for your facility. Walking us through it is Evelina Zettervall from Camfil HQ in Sweden. Before Camfil, Evel…
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After installing your industrial dust collector, it's important to know the proper steps to start up your collector in a safe and efficient manner. Topics we cover include Dust collector installation checklist Why a checklist is important A walkthrough of the startup checklist GUESTS DETAILS Jacob Stewart is the host of the podcast, as well as the …
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How To Risk Assess Your Office, School or Facility
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Covid 19 has taught us many lessons over the past two years and today many new people are considering new or upgraded air for their buildings. Today’s podcast is an introduction on how to look at your office, school or facility building and think about how to assess the risks. TOPICS WE COVER How Covid has changed peoples attitude to air quality Ri…
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The World Health Organisation has revised its Air Quality Guidelines. This is a very significant update, particularly with the pandemic, so we take you to the source to discover more about the guidelines, the new thresholds for the air that we breathe, and how the new standards affect indoor air quality standards in your building. Our guest Tobias …
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Dust Collection in the Packaging Industry
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Whether it's paperboard, metal cans, or plastic containers, dust collection is always a necessity. In this episode, we cover dust collection within the packaging industry. • The importance of the packaging industry • What processes in the packaging industry create dust • Dealing with flammable/explosive dust • How to keep dust under control in your…
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Dust Collection in the Food Processing Industry
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Dust collection is something that affects many things in our day to day lives, including the food we eat. In this episode, we cover dust collection within the food processing industry. Hazards within the food processing industry include: What processes in the food processing industry create dust How to deal with sugars and other sticky dusts How to…
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Dust Collection in the Metal Processing Industry
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Metal processing is one of the most vital industries out there, and like any other industry, it produces dust. Today we cover the process of dust collection within the metal processing industry. • Hazards within the metal processing industry • The benefits of clean air • Categories of dust and particulate matter • When a dust hazard analysis is nec…
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We speak with Mattias Utbys about how increased levels of air quality impacts energy costs. Why improvements in air quality have driven down energy costs How clean air and energy costs are linked What you can do to improve air quality and reduce energy costs How energy efficiency for air filters is measured GUESTS DETAILS Mattias Utbys has been in …
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In this episode we answer some of the most commonly asked questions related to both industrial dust and dust safety. What is Dust? How Dust is Made Industrial Dust Health Hazards Dust Collectors Safety Measures GUESTS DETAILS Jacob Stewart is the host of the podcast, as well as the video producer for Camfil APC Jonesboro’s Marketing department. Joh…
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In this episode... What are the standards for indoor air quality? Third party auditing The advantages it brings to food & beverage producers GUESTS Evren Efe-Kabagoz is a senior food safety management systems professional. She is an experienced auditor with BRCGS who operate the most rigorous third party certification scheme of its type globally. L…
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In this episode we discuss the process of dust sample analysis. · Types of Dust · Equipment Used to Test Dust Samples · The Importance of Dust Particle Size · Why it’s Important to Investigate Dust GUESTS DETAILS Jacob Stewart is the host of the podcast, as well as the video producer for Camfil APC Jonesboro’s Marketing department. Blake Meade is a…
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In the fourth installment of “On Air with Clean Air Council,” Clean Air Council Advocate Russell Zerbo talks with community organizing partner Nathaniel Philip about their work in West Philadelphia around a proposed residential development with serious environmental concerns. Nathaniel, a graduate of Drexel University with a master's degree in Publ…
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What is Airborne Molecular Contamination?
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In this episode: How molecular differs from particulates What types of molecular contamination we see most often How contaminants affect people and products Why molecular filtration is different from particulate filtration What scale can these solutions be deployed GUEST Trent Thiel from Camfil USA is an industry expert and an educator for molecula…
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In this episode we discuss the details that go into the system design of a dust collector that handles explosive dust. - The Dust Explosion Pentagon - The Industrial Ventilation Manual - NFPA Standards - Design Characteristics - Capture Velocity - “Balanced-By-Design” - Hood Geometry - Minimum Conveying Velocities for Different Types of Dust - Sele…
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On this episode we understand more about cleanrooms and controlled environments. We hear exactly what they are, how they work and how they help us. The how, what and where of cleanrooms The two key things every clean room needs Energy consumption and other considerations Why clean rooms are getting bigger Type of cost involved for new or upgraded s…
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Common Indoor Air Quality Issues & Filtration Options
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In this episode, we discuss the issues that come with poor indoor air quality, as well as filtration options for manufacturing and processing facilities. - Why IAQ is so important. - How to know if your facility has an indoor air quality issue. - The negative effects of poor IAQ. - How to improve upon poor IAQ. GUEST DETAILS Jacob Stewart: Host of …
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We go into the heart of a hospital to find out about clean air in the operating theatre. Hear how Dublin city’s leading hospital and university collaborated on a new piece of research which photographed air flows around the patient and doctors and how they went about reducing the effects of aerosols. What aerosols are found in the operating theatre…
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In the third installment of “On Air with Clean Air Council,” Staff Advocate Russell Zerbo talks with community organizing partner Kyle Cruz about their work improving public health and zoning enforcement in North Philadelphia. Their work with HACE (Hispanic Association of Contractors and Entrepreneurs) and APM (Asociación Puertorriqueños en Marcha)…
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Dust Collector Efficiency and ASHRAE Standard 199
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In this episode, we discuss the ASHRAE Standard 199 testing process and how it effects the efficiency of your dust collector. - Why the ASHRAE Standard 199 was developed. - What types of dust collectors are covered under Standard 199. - How the test is performed. GUEST DETAILS Jacob Stewart: Host of the podcast, as well as the video producer for Ca…
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This month we look at one of most used anacronyms in the industry – HEPA – to find out just what it is, how it works and why it’s important. You will hear: What HEPA filters are and what they do Situations where they are used How they work to give near 100% results Maintenance and life-cycle Our Guest Michael Feldtmann has a thirty year pedigree wi…
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In this episode we discuss what is possibly the most important aspect of dust collection: Filters. We cover: What is a cartridge filter Cartridge vs Panel/HVAC Filter design Filter technologies Identifying which filter to offer Our Guests Jonathan Cooper is the Internal Sales Technical Support Manager at Camfil APC. The host of the podcast, Jacob S…
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Sensors are a key part to monitoring air quality. This month we find out more about their advantages and disadvantages, plus a future where they could automate the consistency of air quality. • Why all spaces are not equal • The components that make up air • How and why we monitor those components • Types of air quality sensors and what to be wary …
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One of the most important aspects of dust collection is having the proper filter media for the job. In this episode you will hear how to select the right media, and how to determine which is most beneficial to you. We cover: Types of Filter Media. Quality vs. Cost. The Media Selection Process Our Guests Randi Huckaby is the Product Manager for Dry …
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Discover how air quality can affect what we eat and drink and the challenges facing food and beverage production facilities. Risks to Food and Beverage facilities Why it’s not all about air units Standards and Regulations Four Zones needed in any centre Who is responsible for air quality How to audit a system and risk analysis Examples of bad air a…
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A panel of experts answer your questions from the first three podcasts in our Let’s Talk Clean Air series. Chair – Peter Dyment is a Technical Manager at Camfil, a global organisation who provide commercial and industrial systems for air filtration and air pollution control, which improves worker and equipment productivity and minimizes energy use.…
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As the world changes with the Covid 19 pandemic, new guidelines have been introduced in Europe with regard to building safety. We find out more with REHVA board member Atze Boerstra and Camfil’s Tobias Zimmer. Guidelines overview from REHVA Considerations for existing systems Examples Filtration and other solutions Do HVAC Systems need to be upgrad…
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Learn how to protect yourself and your workplace from viruses, including Covid-19 right through to unknown viruses still to come in the future. How viruses affect the human system Ways viruses can be transmitted Examples of outbreaks in working facilities Principals for the control of airborne viruses Applying those principals in the work place The…
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