AQ Score
Real-time air quality score is determined by the data acquired by the Aethair IAQ device and advanced algorithms, providing users with a quick overview of their indoor air quality score.
Good - Greater than 89
Moderate - From 80 to 89
Poor - Less than 80
AQ Formula Weighting
§ CO2 (.25)
§ PM (.27)
§ CH2O (.15)
§ RH (.13)
§ TEMP (.05)
§ VOC (.15)
Particulate Matter (PM)
Dust, fungi, bacteria, pollen, & diesel exhaust are common examples of Particulate Matter. The smaller these particles are, the worse they are for your health, especially because they are invisible. The smallest of the particulates linger in the atmosphere for weeks at a time, are freely transported by air currents, and are most likely to cause infection by bacteria released by just a single cough or sneeze.
Good - Less than 25 μg/m³
Moderate - From 25 μg/m³ to 55 μg/m³
Poor - Greater than 55 μg/m³
Carbon Dioxide
As more people occupy a space, carbon dioxide levels spike, increasing the likelihood of sleepiness, distraction, lethargy and affecting productivity, concentration, and work performance.
Good - Less than 850 ppm
Moderate - From 850 ppm to 1100 ppm
Poor - Greater than 1100 ppm
Volatile Organic Compound (VOC)
VOCs, volatile organic compounds, are cancer-causing chemicals released by cleaning agents.
Good - Less than 3 ppm
Moderate - From 3 ppm to 6 ppm
Poor - Greater than 6 ppm
Formaldehyde
Formaldehyde is a naturally occurring organic compound with the formula CH2O. The dangerous gas is commonly emitted by wooden painted surfaces, fabrics, carpets, adhesives & glues in furniture, and building materials like pressed wood and particle board.
Good - less than 0.05 mg/m³
Moderate - From 0.05 mg/m³ to 0.12 mg/m³
Poor - Greater than 0.12 mg/m³
Pressure
Differences in barometric pressure can increase the flow of infectious particles. Certain rooms within a healthcare building or industrial space should be positively or negatively pressurized with respect to surrounding areas. Positively pressurized rooms are usually designed to protect a patient, clean supplies, or equipment within the room. Negative pressure is used to contain airborne contaminants within a room.
Humidity
Exposure to hazardous conditions resulting from building decay, water damage, poor plumbing, and legacy pollutants are exacerbated by high levels of humidity. Spikes in humidity may result in mold growth on any substance which can happen within 48 hours of contact with a surface, triggering asthma, respiratory symptoms, irritation of the eyes, nose & mouth.
Good - From 45% to 60%
Moderate - From 30% to 45%, From 60% to 65%
Poor - Less than 30%, Greater than 65%
Temperature
Optimal temperature conditions range between 68 and 74 degrees Fahrenheit. Anything over can result in mental fatigue causing diminished reaction times and delayed information processing.
Good - From 68°F to 74°F
Moderate - From 55°F to 68°F, From 74°F to 83°F
Poor - Less than 55°F, Greater than 83°F