Aerobiology Test Chambers
Purpose-Built Bioaerosol Chambers for Infectious Aerosols & Airborne Pathogen Testing
Our fully-contained, state-of-the-art aerobiology test chambers are the gold standard for evaluating airborne transmission, decontamination efficacy, and real-world product performance. These custom-designed environments support critical R&D, regulatory submissions, and comparative benchmarking for companies innovating in indoor air quality, infectious disease control, and healthy building technologies.
Whether you’re validating a new air purifier, testing HVAC filtration, or studying airborne virus survivability, Airmid gives you the evidence, protocols, and credibility to move from idea to market with confidence.
Aerobiology chamber with recirculation loop – Airmid Healthgroup
Technician testing air cleaner filter in aerobiology chamber – Airmid Healthgroup
Advanced Aerobiology Test Chambers Tailored for Real-World Applications
Airmid Healthgroup operates a suite of specialized aerobiology test chambers, each meticulously designed to replicate various indoor environments and airflow dynamics. Our facilities include:
- Recirculation Loop Chambers: Equipped with adjustable dampers and variable flow recirculation fans, these chambers ensure uniform distribution of treated air, allowing for precise assessment of air purification systems under continuous airflow conditions.
- Interconnected Dual-Chamber System (Wells-Riley Chamber): This setup consists of two linked chambers, facilitating studies on room-to-room aerosol dispersion and cross-contamination risks, crucial for understanding pathogen transmission in multi-room settings.
- Standardized AHAM AC-1 and AC-5 Type Chamber: Conforming to ANSI/AHAM standards, thesez chambers are ideal for “bolus and decay” [sneeze like!] testing of portable air cleaners, providing standardized conditions to evaluate Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR) and other performance metrics.
Each chamber is designed to accommodate a range of testing protocols, from evaluating air purifiers and HVAC systems to assessing antimicrobial surface treatments, ensuring comprehensive analysis tailored to your product’s application.
These highly advanced capabilities are excellent in simulating real-world airborne transmission scenariosthrough diverse chamber configurations, versatility and specificity
Why Aerobiology Matters More Than Ever
Infectious aerosols have redefined how we design, evaluate, and trust the built environment. From hospitals and offices to homes and aircraft, airborne transmission risk is now a frontline concern.
For product developers, regulators, and building engineers, this demands rigorous science. Airmid’s aerobiology test chambers empower innovators to:
- Generate trusted efficacy data for marketing and claims support
- De-risk development by aligning to ISO, ASTM, and EN standards
- Accelerate time to market with expert-designed exposure protocols
- Benchmark new innovations against existing technologies
Modular chamber with airflow and tracer gas sampling setup – Airmid Healthgroup
28.5 m³ Environmental Test Chamber – Airmid Healthgroup
Inside Our Aerobiology Test Chambers
Controlled, Repeatable, Scientific
Our bioaerosol test chambers are designed by experts in aerobiology, microbiology, and building engineering. Key features include:
- HEPA-filtered, climate-controlled chambers to prevent cross-contamination
- Aerosolized pathogen release systems with validated dose control
- Adjustable airflow rates up to 30 air changes per hour
- Integrated real-time environmental monitoring (temperature, RH, particle load)
- Support for live virus, bacteria, mold spores, and allergens
All chambers are operated under strict protocols that meet international standards and can be adapted to GLP conditions as required.
What Can Be Tested?
Our test chambers provide a flexible, evidence-based platform for evaluating:
- Efficacy of air purifiers and filtration systems against infectious aerosols
- Surface antimicrobial performance under realistic airborne challenge
- HVAC component performance including filters, UV-C systems, and coatings
- Infectious aerosol survivability under varied environmental conditions
- Comparative benchmarking of consumer products, PPE, and room technologies
- Inhalation exposure and containment studies for high-risk environments
We support both standard methods and fully customized test designs.
Advanced Modeling and Measurement Capabilities
Airmid Healthgroup’s aerobiology test chambers are not only designed for controlled bioaerosol testing but are also equipped with advanced tools for in-depth analysis of airborne pathogen behavior. Our capabilities include:
- Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Modeling: Utilizing CFD allows us to simulate and optimize airflow patterns within our chambers, ensuring uniform distribution of aerosolized pathogens and accurate assessment of air purification technologies.
- Tracer Gas Studies: Employing tracer gases, such as sulfur hexafluoride (SF₆), enables us to model and visualize the dispersion of airborne contaminants, providing insights into ventilation effectiveness and potential exposure risks.
- High-Precision Environmental Monitoring: Our chambers are equipped with state-of-the-art sensors and probes to monitor parameters like temperature, humidity, and particulate concentrations in real-time, ensuring precise control and data collection during experiments.
- Digital Twin Integration: By creating digital replicas of our physical test environments, we can simulate various scenarios, predict outcomes, and optimize testing protocols, enhancing the reliability and applicability of our results.
These advanced methodologies enable us to provide you with comprehensive evaluations of air purification systems, HVAC components, and other technologies aimed at mitigating airborne pathogen transmission.
Trusted by Leading Brands and Innovators
From Fortune 500 companies to early-stage innovators, Airmid Healthgroup is a trusted partner in the race to create safer indoor spaces. Our team has contributed to peer-reviewed publications, international standards development, and industry benchmarks — helping clients gain competitive advantage through science.
We are accredited to ISO/IEC 17025, with extensive experience in:
- ISO 16000 series methods
- ASTM E3135, E3273, and related bioaerosol standards
- GLP testing for regulated claims
- Custom protocols designed in collaboration with clients and regulators
Aerobiology Chamber Testing Menu
Design a Protocol That Works for You
No two products are the same. That’s why our team works directly with yours to tailor test protocols to your innovation goals, target claims, and market requirements. Whether you need pre-clinical support, third-party validation, or rapid iteration testing, Airmid’s approach combines flexibility with scientific rigour.
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Partner with the global experts in infectious aerosol testing.
Whether you’re developing a new clean air solution or seeking to validate product claims, Airmid Healthgroup is here to help.
Related Services
ISO 15714:2019 Bioaerosol Efficacy Testing for Air Treatment Devices
This standard outlines a controlled laboratory method for evaluating the antimicrobial performance of air treatment devices using aerosolized biological agents. It’s particularly relevant for products like air purifiers, HVAC-integrated filtration systems, and UV-C units. Testing according to ISO 15714:2019 provides quantitative evidence of a device’s effectiveness under controlled conditions, supporting product development, regulatory submissions, and marketing claims.
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30m³ Environmental Test Chamber Services
The 30m³ Environmental Test Chamber, also known as the “George Stokes Chamber”, is custom-engineered for airborne pathogen and antimicrobial surface technology validation. Designed by aerobiologists and infection control experts, this chamber simulates real-world environments under precisely controlled conditions, making it ideal for testing air disinfection systems, filtration technologies, and cleaning protocols.
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Virology Laboratory Services
Airmid Healthgroup’s ISO/IEC 17025:2017-accredited Virology Laboratory offers advanced testing services to assess the efficacy of products against specific target viruses. Utilizing both proprietary and standardized methods, the lab evaluates prototype appliances, components, and finished products under simulated real-world conditions.
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Related Case Studies
Philips Validates Virus Removal Technology with Airmid Healthgroup
In a collaborative study, Philips partnered with Airmid Healthgroup to validate the AC4600 air cleaner’s effectiveness in removing airborne Influenza A (H1N1) particles. The rigorous testing demonstrated a 99.9% virus reduction within 20 minutes, showcasing Airmid’s role in providing trusted, independent scientific validation for product claims.
Further reading;
https://nap.nationalacademies.org/read/27316/chapter/1#2
https://www.iso.org/obp/ui/en/#iso:std:iso:16000:-34:ed-1:v1:en
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-019-45054-w
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. What makes Airmid Healthgroup’s testing facilities ISO/IEC 17025 accredited?
Our testing facilities are accredited to ISO/IEC 17025:2017 standards, which is the international standard for testing and calibration laboratories. This accreditation ensures our allergen laboratory, virology lab, and microbiology facilities meet the highest standards for technical competence, quality management, and data reliability. Our GLP (Good Laboratory Practice) capabilities guarantee data integrity and compliance with regulatory expectations for R&D and pre-market studies, making our results suitable for regulatory submissions and health-based marketing claims.
2. What types of airborne pathogens and contaminants can you test in your environmental chambers?
Our precision-engineered environmental test chambers (ranging from 3m³ to 30m³) can simulate real-world conditions to test airborne viruses, bacteria, mold, allergens, and particulate pollutants. We conduct exposure studies for infectious aerosols, surface contamination, and evaluate how air cleaning devices, HVAC systems, and consumer products influence viable airborne and surface microorganisms. Our BSL-2 microbiology laboratory enables safe testing of pathogenic organisms under controlled conditions.
3. How do your walk-in climate-controlled chambers simulate real indoor environments?
Our state-of-the-art walk-in climate-controlled environmental chambers are purpose-built to replicate actual indoor air conditions with precise control over temperature, humidity, air flow, and contamination levels. These chambers allow us to conduct repeatable, scientifically validated testing under highly specific conditions that mirror real-world scenarios. This controlled environment testing is essential for evaluating air purification technologies, HVAC performance, and antimicrobial surface treatments.
4. What international testing standards does Airmid Healthgroup follow for antiviral and antimicrobial testing?
We perform testing using internationally recognized standards including ISO 21702 for antiviral activity on plastics and other non-porous surfaces, ISO 18184 for antiviral textile testing, ASTM E2180 for surface disinfection evaluation, and ISO 22196 for antimicrobial activity measurement. Our virology laboratory is globally recognized for advanced antiviral testing and efficacy validation, supporting regulatory submissions and product development for medical textiles, high-touch surfaces, and air purification systems.
5. Can you develop custom testing protocols for specific bioaerosol or indoor air quality applications?
Yes, we specialize in custom bioaerosol protocol development and validation. Our team designs bespoke test protocols to simulate airborne exposure of pathogens, allergens, or particles under controlled environmental conditions tailored to your specific product or research needs. Whether you need custom protocols for air purification devices, antimicrobial coatings, or novel filtration technologies, our co-located microbiology, virology, and allergen laboratories enable seamless, end-to-end testing that accelerates time to insight for R&D teams and product developers.
