Our blog covers indoor air and air quality
Our blog is a guide, a reference, and an information source all in one. Here you’ll find well-grounded knowledge, practical tips and current studies about air quality and a healthy indoor climate.
Do Plants Help Improve Air Quality?
Houseplants aren't just decorative — they also improve a room's indoor climate and air quality. They're also credited with an air-purifying and humidifying effect, since they filter pollutants from the air. With the air-Q, we analyzed over 24 hours how plants affect air quality.
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How Well Does the Venta AH902 K Air Purifier Work – The Test in the air-Q Lab
We simply can't live without it: air. But when it comes to air quality, there are big differences. We can't see bad air, but it can still make us sick. To prevent that, there are technical aids known as air filters and air washers. We tested how these work in our air-Q Lab.
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New Year's Particulate Matter: air-Q Measures Sharply Elevated Levels in Leipzig
Particulate matter concentration on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day has been significantly elevated in Leipzig in recent years, even exceeding limit values. The measurement results show, besides the effects of fireworks on New Year's particulate matter, the influence of wood stoves. We explain the health effects and how you can protect yourself.
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Christmas Tree Syndrome — Getting Sick Under the Tree
A Christmas tree is part of the holiday. Yet an estimated one-third of Christmas tree owners suffer from allergic symptoms triggered by their tree. Find out now how to recognize and prevent so-called “Christmas tree syndrome.” We also measured the change in air quality caused by a tree and reveal the results.
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Air Quality in Classrooms – Why the CO₂ Traffic Light Matters So Much
Not just during pandemics is classroom air quality usually inadequate — the air is often stuffy. The recommended CO₂ concentration is quickly exceeded. Since ventilation isn't always adequate, infection risk also rises for students and teachers. CO₂ traffic lights provide relief and ensure better air quality.
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Electrical Fires – The Underestimated Danger
For many people, it's a quiet horror scenario in the back of their mind — the electrical cable fire. It can happen at any time, and there are hardly any ways to protect against it. But what causes a cable fire, and can early signs be detected through air measurements, preventing the fire?
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The air-Q on Trial: Particulate Matter and Aerosols in the Crosshairs
Indoor air quality is currently of particular importance, since aerosols that can carry, for example, the COVID-19 virus or other colds quickly build up there. In public spaces with many people, this plays a big role. The air-Q was summoned — to be put on trial in court.
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Put to the air-Q Test: The Dyson Pure Humidify + Cool Air Purifier & Humidifier
We tested the stylish humidifier, air purifier, and fan Dyson Pure Humidify + Cool. The device is large, heavy, and promises pure performance. We primarily examined the device's air purification function in relation to aerosols, using two air-Q Pro units with 14 sensors each. Among other things, we measured particulate matter, VOCs, and humidity.
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Air Quality by the Sea: air-Q Measures Elevated Particulate Matter on the Baltic Coast
What comes to mind with a Baltic Sea vacation? Sun, sea, beach, and maybe fresh, good sea air? We brought the air-Q along on vacation and measured surprisingly high particulate matter readings on the coast.
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Air Purifier: air-Q Measures Florafilt
With the development of the air-Q, we're fully dedicated to the fight for healthy room air. To lead this fight even more effectively, we're always on the lookout for promising allies. We keep an eye out for innovations like air purifier technology that help us improve the quality of the air we breathe.
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Wildfire Smoke Indoors: How to Protect Your Indoor Air
Wildfire smoke can bring particulate matter and other pollutants into buildings. Find out how to monitor your indoor air, keep a room as clean as possible and check whether your measures work with the air-Q.
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Surprisingly Efficient – How Much Airing Out the Workplace Really Helps
Headaches, fatigue and difficulty concentrating – indoors, one substance in particular is responsible for this: carbon dioxide. Even in small amounts, it leads to performance deficits and only becomes noticeable once the substance load is too high.
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