How COVID-19 Impacts Approaches to Indoor Air Quality

Paul Steinbach Headshot
Jean K. Freeman Aquatic Center, University of Minnesota [Photo courtesy of Unison Comfort Technologies]
Jean K. Freeman Aquatic Center, University of Minnesota [Photo courtesy of Unison Comfort Technologies]

Mask-wearing and social distancing are the responsibility of individuals, but what can facility operators do to further mitigate the spread of coronavirus beyond enhanced cleaning protocols or complete shutdown? If affixing a filter to one's face is a last line of personal defense against an airborne virus, can anything be done to the indoor air itself?

The answer is yes, but the virus-fighting efficacy of any one air-handling tactic can be difficult to quantify. No real-time test exists to show before-and-after comparisons of an interior space in terms of COVID-19 existence and eradication.

Log in to view the full article
Page 1 of 83
Next Page
Buyer's Guide
Information on more than 3,000 companies, sorted by category. Listings are updated daily.
Learn More
Buyer's Guide
AB Show 2025 in San Diego
AB Show is a solution-focused event for athletics, fitness, recreation and military professionals.
Nov. 5-8, 2025
Learn More
AB Show 2025