Furnace Filters and HVAC Systems

Independent Performance Testing of Furnace Filters and HVAC Systems

Evidence-based insights to support product claims, innovation, and compliance for air filtration technologies

At Airmid Healthgroup, we specialize in third-party testing of HVAC systems and furnace filters under real-world and controlled environmental conditions. Whether you’re developing advanced MERV filters, whole-building ventilation systems, or integrated HVAC solutions with antimicrobial features, we help you validate performance, accelerate time-to-market, and meet evolving regulatory and customer demands.

Our clients include leading filter manufacturers, HVAC system developers, medtech innovators, and healthy building solution providers focused on protecting occupant health and indoor environmental quality.

Why Test HVAC Filters and Systems at Airmid?

Third-party verification from a globally recognized bioaerosol testing lab gives your brand a competitive edge and builds trust with procurement, regulators, and end-users.

We conduct studies aligned with:

- ASHRAE 52.2, ASHRAE 185.1 / 185.2 (antimicrobial effectiveness)
- ISO 16890 and EN 1822
- Custom challenge testing with viable viruses, bacteria, mold spores, and allergens
- Real-world HVAC testing with validated chamber conditions

We also support clients preparing for U.S. EPA, FDA, and international regulatory filings, as well as internal R&D and innovation pipelines.

Dr. John Ryan conducting HVAC system performance testing for bioaerosol and airborne pathogen filtration at Airmid Healthgroup.

Airmid Healthgroup’s Dr. John Ryan demonstrates GLP-compliant HVAC testing procedures for airborne pathogen and infectious aerosol removal.

Key Testing Capabilities

- Bioaerosol Filtration Efficiency
  - Virus (e.g. Influenza, Bacteriophage MS2)
  - Bacteria (e.g. Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas)
  - Mold spores and airborne fungal fragments
  - Dust mite and pet dander allergens

- Antimicrobial and Antiviral Performance
  - Using ASHRAE 185.1/185.2 and custom protocols
  - GLP-compliant testing for treated media and coated HVAC coils

- Particulate Matter and Filtration Efficacy
  - PM1.0, PM2.5, PM10 performance
  - Challenge tests under various airflow rates and environmental loads

- Whole-system Performance Assessment
  - Chamber-based assessments for complete HVAC configurations
  - Impact on indoor air quality under simulated operational conditions

Technician testing HVAC filters for airborne pathogens and allergens at Airmid Healthgroup under ISO 17025 and GLP protocols.

Airmid Healthgroup technician analyzing HVAC filter performance against infectious aerosols in line with ASHRAE and ISO standards.

Our Difference: From Concept to Claim

When stakes are high, leading brands trust Airmid Healthgroup for:

- ISO 17025 accredited lab capabilities
- GLP based projects
- Custom protocol development for novel technologies
- Human health focus: our bioaerosol chamber simulates real-world exposure conditions
- Expert reporting tailored for technical, regulatory, and marketing audiences

Who We Help

We work with:

- Filter media manufacturers and OEMs
- HVAC system developers in residential, commercial, and medical sectors
- Green building innovators pursuing WELL, RESET, or LEED certification
- Product managers preparing for product launches or certification audits

Let’s Talk

From MERV 13 filters to cutting-edge HVAC biocide systems, we help innovators prove their products work — with science that stands up to scrutiny.

👉 Get in touch today to discuss your project, review sample reports, or book a scoping call.

Environmental chamber at Airmid Healthgroup for HVAC and furnace filter testing with infectious aerosol and airborne virus challenges.

Airmid’s 28.5 m³ environmental chamber used for aerobiology testing of HVAC filters and systems under ASHRAE 185.1 and 185.2 protocols.

Services we offer for HVAC and Furnace Filters

Related case studies

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- Air Sniper’s Germicidal UVGI Technology – Advancing Indoor Air QualityAir Sniper collaborated with Airmid Healthgroup to scientifically validate the effectiveness of its germicidal UVGI (Ultraviolet Germicidal Irradiation) technology in reducing airborne pathogens.

Client testimonial

The performance of our technology is not reflected by existing industry test methods that are unrealistic and biased towards competitor technologies. Airmid designed a test system that was reflective of real world conditions and provided a completely different picture of the impact of our technology.

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