Heatwaves are climatic phenomena with both natural and man-made causes, but the high temperatures they bring are not the only nuisance to worry about.  Heat like never before  To say that the heat waves we have experienced this summer are unprecedented would be a mere banality. Not only have we experienced extreme temperatures in the shade or been ravaged by a thermal mass that resulted in the deaths of more than 2,000 people in Spain alone; it is as if the northern hemisphere has been engulfed by it. From North America, through Europe, Asia and parts of Africa, the most recent wave ..read more

Pollution is a problem we cannot see but has consequences on our health, with 15% of Mediterranean deaths being caused by environmental degradation. The air contains PM 2.5 particles, nitrogen dioxide, carbon dioxide, ozone, and sulphur dioxide, which can cause respiratory problems and other health ailments. HEPA-13 air filters can filter out 99.97% of all pollutants and guarantee clean air in spaces up to 130m2, keeping your space safe, clean and healthy. A problem we cannot see  No one can doubt the benefits that high technology, as well as globalisation, have brought to our lives. Th ..read more

Environmental pollution is a planetary problem over which we have little sphere of action, but that does not mean that we cannot make changes in our immediate environment: the places where we live and work.  Sick spaces  The fact is old, but it is worth remembering. In Spain, we spend an average of 15 hours a day indoors, with our homes and workplaces being the places where we live the longest.   Of course, criteria vary from person to person. There are those who like to spend long periods of time not only in their homes and offices, but also in shopping centres, shops, a ..read more

Although it is tempting to turn it on during the summer’s heat waves, we must not forget the problems these systems have for the environment, as well as for the air we breathe in our homes.  Just a little bit of comfort  Last summer, 2022, was an experience like few others we have experienced in recent years. With historic temperatures across Europe, Africa, and Asia, it is not surprising that Spain suffered from the heat as intensely it did. There are many causes behind these heat waves, but the influence of our industry and way of life on the environment is undoubtedly one of them ..read more

Using an air purifier in your home can be an excellent way to reduce allergies. With every breath we take, we inhale countless dust particles, dust mites and other allergens floating in the air. But an air purifier can capture these particles, reducing the amount of allergens that reach our lungs. In addition, it can also remove other pollutants from the air, such as harmful gases given off by some building materials or volatile organic compounds emitted from certain cleaning products. Air purifiers are available in different price ranges and sizes, so there are options for all types of househ ..read more

Air pollution, a major environmental hazard, is a serious concern in many urban areas all over the world. Air pollution is caused by the emission of various pollutants from transportation vehicles, industrial processes, and natural sources. The pollutants affect the human respiratory system, and one major respiratory disease that has been associated with air pollution is asthma. Asthma is a chronic respiratory disease that affects millions of people globally and is on the rise in many areas. Asthma Link, Effects and Statistics Asthma is a condition that causes inflammation and narrowing of th ..read more

Low air quality in city centres is a huge problem, most commonly associated with traffic and non-renewable energy sources. Unfortunately, this issue can follow you around wherever you go — even inside buildings, for example, your home, office and business premises. In addition to pollutants, the air you breathe can also be full of airborne disease-causing particles responsible for everything from seasonal infections to the spread of coronaviruses such as COVID-19. Keeping the indoor air clean and pollution-free is, therefore, one of the most effective ways to ensure that your home is safe and ..read more

And although it is impossible to completely remove dust mites entirely, there’s an efficient and cost-effective way of filtering out most of them and creating a far more comfortable environment with cleaner air for people with dust allergies, and this is by using air purifiers. High-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter can help remove dust mites and other allergens from the air and prevent allergic reactions. Air Purifiers for dust mites Dust mites are one of the major triggers of both allergies and asthma, and it can make your symptoms worse if a solution isn’t found. Thankfully, high-qu ..read more

HEPA filters: Born from a necessity Many of the technologies we are familiar and comfortable with have their roots in war. That is a sad thing to state, but it is a reality: war often brings out the worst of humanity, but also the best, and it is often that human creativity is then employed to solve complicated problems. All we have to do is look at the computers we use in our daily lives: from the bulky PCs that sit in our desks to the smartphones we carry in our pockets, along with the internet that connects them all, they’re the product of wartime needs. HEPA filters are not different. They ..read more

However, it’s important to keep in mind that not all methods are equally effective, and achieving the best results is possible only with reliable and approved solutions such as UV lighting. This technology has been tried and tested over the years and is now universally recognized as capable of destroying bacteria and viruses. So what is UVGI? And what is its role in making your business premises safer and cleaner? What is UVGI? Ultraviolet germicidal irradiation, or UVGI for short, is a disinfection method that utilises the sterilising properties of ultraviolet-C radi ..read more