The cigar industry experienced a seismic shift on January 24, 2025, when the U.S. Court of Appeals delivered a landmark victory that fundamentally changed how premium cigars are regulated [1]. For cigar lounge owners navigating the 2025 regulatory landscape, this decision represents unprecedented...
In today's high-stakes construction environment, general contractors face unprecedented pressure to deliver projects on time, on budget, and in compliance with increasingly stringent regulations. While many factors contribute to project success, effective management of airborne contaminants has...
Rapid building puts you under pressure. Each decision affects your timetable, costs, and compliance. When it comes to airborne cleaners in an accelerated project, the choice between portable or ducted air cleaning systems must be assessed on a project-specific basis rather than a blanket solution.
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Imagine you’re in a room full of invisible particles—tiny bits of dust, smoke and other unseen stuff. Breathing in this polluted air can make us feel sick, tired and even foggy headed.
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Indoor air quality (IAQ) is just a fancy way of talking about how good or bad the air is inside your home or building. Lots of things affect it - how well your place is ventilated, what kind of filtration you've got, and what pollutants are floating around. Having...
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A HEPA filter is one of the most effective air purification technologies available today, renowned for its ability to trap particles that are invisible to the naked eye. Originally developed during the 1940s—when scientists working on the Manhattan Project needed to filter radioactive particles—the...
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In this series, we’ll explore how smoke eaters work, their role in protecting health, and the technologies behind them. From electrostatic precipitators to HEPA filters and hybrid systems, we’ll break it all down so you can make informed choices for cleaner, safer air. Let’s dive in!
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You’ve learned the science behind smoke eaters, the health benefits, the technologies, and the compliance angle. Now in Part 7, let’s discuss how to maintain these systems over the long haul to maximize your investment.
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The Power of Physical Filtration: HEPA and Carbon Filters - In Parts 1–3, we covered smoke eaters’ importance, health implications, and an in-depth look at ESP. Now, let’s examine media-based filtration—primarily HEPA filters for particles and activated carbon for odors.
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Harnessing Static Power: The Science of Electrostatic Precipitators - Welcome to Part 3 of our series. Now that we’ve covered the health impact of smoke let’s examine a key technology that fights it—Electrostatic Precipitators (ESP). ESPs are commonly used in commercial settings like bars, casinos,...
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