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Lucintel Forecasts Good Growth Opportunities for the Global HVAC Equipment Industry Players during 2013-2018 Irving, Texas (PRWEB) April 25, 2013 The global HVAC industry comprises establishments that manufacture heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. Industry revenue is forecast to reach an estimated $95 billion in 2018. The competitive landscape of this industry has remained unchanged for the last five years, with the entry of one new player in the top 10 list,...
StructureMEDIC, an Atlanta mold restoration company, has announced special pricing for veterans and public service agencies. Atlanta, Ga (PRWEB) April 22, 2013 StructureMEDIC, an Atlanta fire, mold, and water damage restoration team has announced a special discount for veterans as well as military and public service agencies. The mold damage restoration team, which also performs fire, storm, and water damage restoration, will now be offering a twenty percent discount on their services to...
Legionella consulting services expands with Special Pathogens Laboratory hire of Frank P. Sidari III, PE, BCEE. Experienced in evaluation and disinfection of potable water systems with respect to Legionella, Sidari published the first field evaluation of chlorine dioxide disinfection of a hospital campus water system to control Legionella pneumophila in the Journal of the American Water Works Association. Pittsburgh, PA (PRWEB) April 22, 2013 Special Pathogens Laboratory...
Mold Inspection Sciences of San Diego just completed performing a survey of its clients to find out what concerns people most about mold. San Diego, CA (PRWEB) April 21, 2013 Mold Inspection Sciences of San Diego recently conducted a survey of its clients to find out what concerned them most about mold. The survey was easy and contained only one question: "What concerns you most about mold?" The company tallied the results and the following are the three most popular answers. #1...
The owner of structureMEDIC has rallied his team to help Chicago residents with their water damage this weekend. Chicago, IL (PRWEB) April 19, 2013 On April 18th, water damage team of structureMEDIC traveled from Atlanta to Chicago to assist locals with flood damage. Due to the excessive rainstorms that are occurring, news reports have indicated approximately seven inches of rain to flood the area, and water levels are still rising. Homes are falling apart and even businesses with parking...
Inexpensive mold kits seem like means to an end of mold growth in Hurricane Sandy affected communities. Mold experts SI Restoration urge homeowners to assess the dangers of mold exposure due to DIY removal methods. Mount Laurel, New Jersey (PRWEB) April 16, 2013 Mold removal kits target desperate consumers looking to rid their homes of the dangers of mold exposure at an inexpensive cost. However, SI Restoration, an industry-leading mold remediation specialist with over twenty years of...
Costa Farms O2 For You: Houseplants with a Purpose lets anyone bring home Earth’s natural air purifiers for health and well being. Miami, FL (PRWEB) April 16, 2013 Houseplants do more than just look leafy and gorgeous, they also help clean the air. These leafy air filters remove indoor pollutants by absorbing them through microscopic openings in their leaves. To help spread awareness of the dangers of indoor air pollution and educate consumers on the health benefits of having plants in...
The chance of infection in some hospital wards varies dramatically according to whether the nurses leave the windows open. A University of Leeds-led team studied airflow in a "Nightingale" ward—a classic hospital ward design that traditionally accommodates two rows of up to 30 beds—by using tracer gases to simulate how airborne infections spread. They found ventilation in the ward was generally good when windows were left open, keeping the danger of airborne infection low. But risks...
Sean O'Reilly, a leading expert on sustainability in cleanroom design, will speak on how cutting-edge air filters can boost performance and air quality MONTREAL, April 16, 2013 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- With sustainability now a top priority for building design and management, sharing expertise on the subject is crucial. And so Camfil -- the world's leading provider of innovative clean air solutions -- is pleased to participate in the 2013 NEEB Annual Conference in Montreal, May 2nd...
According to a recent release from mold experts SI Restoration, toxic black mold has become a “national threat”. The remediation specialists are lobbying for homeowners coast to coast to take notice of warning signs to help thwart a widespread toxic mold epidemic before it is too late. Mount Laurel, NJ (PRWEB) April 10, 2013 Super storms, changing climates and consistent flooding have recently brought the topic of toxic black mold growth back into the forefront of the minds of home...
