Airmid Highlighted in ‘Climate Control’ for Research on Optimizing HVAC UV Lamps

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Airmid Healthgroup was featured in an article in Climate Control Middle East a key publication for the HVAC industry, for its groundbreaking research on ultraviolet germicidal irradiation (UVGI). The article highlighted Airmid’s 2012 study, which demonstrated UVGI’s effectiveness in neutralizing mould, bacteria, and viruses in HVAC systems. Using a custom-built ASTM/AHAM test chamber simulating real-world conditions, Airmid validated UVGI as a highly effective technology for improving Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) in commercial buildings.

The article also emphasized the importance of proper UVGI system design. Modern UVGI sizing tools now allow engineers and contractors to optimize lamp placement, power, and reflectivity to ensure compliance with industry standards, such as the D99 criteria for 99% microbe inactivation. These tools not only enhance system efficiency but also reduce costs by avoiding over-sizing or poor placement of UV lamps.

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As a global leader in indoor air quality research, Airmid Healthgroup continues to advance solutions that create healthier indoor environments. From validating HVAC technologies to supporting product development and certification programs, Airmid plays a pivotal role in driving innovation in IAQ.

To learn more about our research and its impact, check out the full article in Climate Control here.

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Dr. Anna O’Donovan
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Dr. Anna O’Donovan has been selected as a trusted subject matter expert for Airmid Healthgroup’s thought leadership blog due to her extensive expertise in medicine, dentistry, and the science of indoor air quality.

Anna qualified from Trinity College Dublin with an Honours degree in Medicine in 1997 before obtaining an Honours degree in Dentistry from Trinity College Dublin in 2001. She spent five years working in General Practice (Family Medicine) and 15 years in Dentistry, giving her a unique clinical perspective on health and wellness.

For the past five years, Anna has worked with Allergy Standards Ltd as a medical and lifestyle author, translating complex scientific research into engaging, evidence-based content. Now, as part of Airmid Healthgroup, she focuses on the impact of indoor air quality on respiratory health, allergies, and overall well-being, helping to communicate cutting-edge research to industry leaders and consumers alike.

Passionate about bridging the gap between science and everyday living, Anna combines her medical expertise with a love of writing to educate and inform on the crucial role of indoor environments in human health. She is an award winning author, including being a prize winner in the Baileys First Chapter Women’s Prize for Fiction. Outside of her professional work, she enjoys reading, writing, and hiking—especially when accompanied by her dog.

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