Both residential and commercial consumers demand more energy-efficient homes and workplaces. While tighter buildings minimize heat loss and save energy, they can also trap indoor air pollutants. Odors and gases can build up. Microscopic contaminants continue to circulate through the comfort system.
Carrier has pioneered a broader definition of comfort with ventilation and air handling systems that provide circulating, open-window fresh air without wasting previous heating or cooling energy. We have developed a new air handler for commercial applications that helps eliminate water buildup that can breed molds and bacteria. Our Heat Recovery Ventilator exchanges stale indoor air for fresh, healthier outdoor air up to eight times a day. Our electronic air cleaners remove most airborne dust, dirt and pollen, as well as significant amounts of bacteria, molds and other contaminants.
Carrier Corporation puts premium on air quality including proper humidity. Carrier humidifiers not only protect wood furnishings and fabrics, but they minimize the static cling that can ruin computer disks and other electronic equipment. Most importantly, our humidifiers help families and workers feel warmer at lower temperatures, so they can save even more energy by turning down their thermostats a few degrees.
Also refer to Self-Regulation, Market Forces, Drive IAQ Industry, a white paper in the Resource Center.
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