Do you know how clean the air in your office is?

Indoor air pollutants

Indoor air can contain numerous pollutants from a variety of sources. These pollutants are often invisible, but their effects can be significant.

Volatile organic compounds (VOCs)

They come from a variety of sources, such as cleaning products, paints, glues, printers and certain building materials.

Formaldehyde

Formaldehyde comes from sources such as building materials, pressed wood furniture, cleaning products and textiles.

Fine particles

PM10: PM10 particles are particles with a diameter of 10 micrometers or less. They come from sources such as dust, pollen, mold, industrial emissions and road traffic.

PM2.5: PM2.5 particles have a diameter of 2.5 micrometers or less. They come from the combustion of fossil fuels (cars, power stations), wood fires and industrial activities.

PM1: PM1 particles have a diameter of 1 micrometer or less. They come from sources similar to PM2.5, as well as from certain chemical reactions in the atmosphere.

Sources of office air pollution

Chemical products and building materials

Cleaning products, printers and certain building materials emit volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and other toxic substances. For example, paints, glues and certain types of furniture can release VOCs into the air.

Ventilation systems

Inadequate or poorly maintained ventilation can lead to a build-up of pollutants. Heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems redistribute fine particles (PM) throughout the building. This redistribution exacerbates indoor air pollution.

Impact on employees

Respiratory problems

Fine particles and VOCs can irritate the respiratory tract, causing symptoms such as coughing, sore throats and watery eyes.

Risk of illness

Prolonged exposure to poor indoor air quality can increase the risk of developing chronic respiratory diseases. It can also lead to cardiovascular disease.

Productivity and well-being

Health problems caused by poor air quality can lead to reduced productivity through absenteeism and sick leave. Even employees who are present can experience a drop in concentration and performance.

Energy comfort and indoor air purification

In addition to impacts on employee health, the presence of pollutants in the air can also affect energy comfort and overall indoor air quality. High levels of fine particles and VOCs can create a stuffy, unpleasant atmosphere, compromising the well-being of building occupants.

Measure and control air purity with Nexelec sensors

To ensure a healthy and comfortable working environment, it’s essential to monitor and control indoor air pollution levels. Nexelec’s indoor air quality sensors offer an effective solution for accurately measuring the concentration of fine particles, VOCs and other pollutants. By installing our sensors in offices, companies can obtain precise data on air quality and take steps to improve it. Breathing clean air becomes a crucial issue not only for employees’ health, but also for their productivity, which ultimately benefits the company as a whole.

Indoor air is often 10 times more polluted than outdoor air. Investing in indoor air quality sensors has become a profitable investment. It benefits both employee health and business performance.