The ongoing battle against airborne diseases took a significant leap forward with the introduction of ASHRAE Standard 241, a new standard focusing on the 'Control of Infectious Aerosols.' Originating in response to the shortcomings exposed during the COVID-19 pandemic, Standard 241 is a testament to the evolving understanding of ventilation in non-healthcare settings.  ..read more

Kaiterra is thrilled to announce that our Sensedge and Sensedge Mini indoor air quality monitors have been selected as one of BuildingGreen’s Top 10 Green Building Products for 2024. This recognition from BuildingGreen, a trailblazer in green building product research, marks a significant achievement for Kaiterra and underscores our commitment to providing innovative technologies that contribute to healthier indoor environments that align with the highest sustainability standards ..read more

Many of us spend vast amounts of time in the office. Whether we’re writing emails, attending meetings, or chatting over the water cooler, the piece of office work that is most constant is breathing. The air in our workplaces has a huge impact on physical and psychological health, morale, and productivity, so it is paramount that it is as clean as possible. One of the most effective ways to ensure this happens is to install air purifiers in the office. In this article, we’ll tell you what you need to know to get the most out of these devices.  ..read more

When choosing an indoor air quality monitor, accuracy, precision, and resolution always come up in discussion. Among these technical specifications, accuracy may be the one that gets emphasized the most. Of course, if you want to understand the quality of your indoor air, you’ll want to make sure you get the most accurate and reliable equipment. However, the accuracy of IAQ monitors can be a complicated topic, and there are many different considerations behind that one line on the spec sheet. In this article, we’ll explore the factors that you need to consider when choosing the most suitable ..read more

Today we’re thrilled to announce that Kaiterra has been approved to license the Works with WELL trademark for our Sensedge Mini IAQ monitor – having demonstrated alignment with four strategies within the WELL Building Standard (WELL ..read more

Executive Summary: PM10 and PM2.5 are types of particulate matter and are both harmful air pollutants found indoor and outdoors. PM2.5 (fine particles) are typically more dangerous to human health.. Indoor sources of PM10 and PM2.5 include dust, tobacco smoke, burning of candles or incense, emissions from office equipment, construction/renovation activities, poor ventilation, and infiltration of outdoor air pollution. Monitoring both PM10 and PM2.5 in indoor air is important for maintaining a healthy indoor environment and understanding potential sources and health impacts. Continuous monito ..read more

What makes a great workplace experience? The answer isn’t more perks or nicer office furnishings. The concept of workplace experience has evolved to encompass everything that influences an employee's perception of their work – from the tools they use to the air they breathe. Organizations are realizing that a positive workplace experience is a driving force that attracts talent, boosts productivity, and fosters loyalty among their employees ..read more

In a marketplace that offers a wide variety of building standards, it can be difficult to decide which to go with. There’s no one-size fits all;  however, there is almost certainly one that is right for you. In this article, we’ll compare two of the most popular building standards, WELL and Fitwel, to help you either decide between them, or lend insight into what factors to examine when shopping around.  ..read more

Liam Bates, CEO and Co-founder of Kaiterra, recently presented a webinar about the role of continuous monitoring for achieving certification in the WELL v2, LEED v4, and RESET Air building standards. Watch the full video  or read the highlights below ..read more

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