As you know, there is the BREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method) certification for the sustainability rating of buildings. A good BREEAM rating makes your project more attractive, and some architects with a BREEAM commitment have a good reputation for offering a drastic improvement in the quality of life for occupants and a commitment to sustainability. In corporate buildings, occupants are more motivated to adopt healthy and environmentally-friendly behaviors. Indoor air quality is improved, productivity increases, and absenteeism levels decrease.
The tasks of BREEAM certification experts include preliminary evaluation and advice, sustainability design reviews, inspections, support, and advice. Therefore, it is necessary to constantly stay up to date with technological innovations that lead to a better and more effective way of obtaining the best rating.
The commitment to sustainability and improving the health of buildings is a process that not only concerns new housing developments or corporate buildings, but many owners wonder how they can improve the sustainability of existing buildings.
With this objective in mind, PUROH offers sustainability experts an explanation of its patented technology and how it can contribute to improving BREEAM ratings.
As the first sustainable feature of a healthy building, good air quality is essential. Normally, this is achieved by incorporating ventilation systems with outdoor air filtration, but there are some drawbacks such as filter replacement and cleaning or the need to force ventilation with motors that consume energy and are unsustainable. Fortunately, there are alternative technologies, such as the incorporation of the Open-Air Factor within closed surfaces.
PUROH replicates natural air disinfection in a series of low-consumption devices, in the so-called Advanced Oxidation Processes. This Open-Air factor technology neutralizes toxic compounds and pathogens in the air and on surfaces with the same neutral radicals produced in the troposphere. PUROH starts a chain radical reaction of OH, which spreads according to air currents, humidity, or temperature. PUROH radicals are neutral, unlike ions emitted by some devices, which means they do not pose any risk of oxidizing metals or affecting computers, equipment, or building materials, unlike conventional ionizers. The advantages over HEPA filters are also obvious; these filters do not act on surfaces, are noisy, consume a lot of energy, and are ineffective in places with constant public renewal.
Air filters usually require different stages and components to capture all harmful substances. Activated carbon filters and HEPA filters are used along with technologies to remove pathogens such as UV radiation or plasma from the filters. All of this has an impact on price, consumption, and maintenance complexity.
PUROH’s operation is much simpler. Its technology is active rather than passive, which means it has the ability to mineralize in situ any volatile organic compound produced or entering a building without having to pass through the filter. From a health point of view, its ability to neutralize pathogenic microorganisms such as viruses, bacteria, and fungi makes this technology effective for people with allergies, low immunity such as homes with older people or young children, the sick, etc. It is ideal for public places as a way to prevent infections and preserve health, whether for geriatric residences, clinics, etc.
All products of this technology are based on a central module that catalyzes the radical reaction. There are several devices that can be adapted to the size and needs of the project, from the basic module that is incorporated into ventilation ducts, or compact devices for installation in elevators and homes, to air modules for offices and industrial spaces. It is a very affordable technology because of the benefits it offers, as it does not require any construction work to obtain the advantages of a healthy and sustainable building from an existing structure.
This air improvement technology would be like having your windows always open without affecting the thermal or sound comfort. It is an ideal way to increase your BREEAM rating without having to make a large investment.
Contact us to receive timely advice. We can also perform measurements of PM (Particulate Matter) from 1 to 10 and VOCs (Formaldehyde CHHO) before and after installation.
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