Testimonials on how humidification improves health

Best practices for air humidification: health, prevention, successful applications

In-room humidification

Tips and best practices for improving health through air humidification

How can additional air humidification be implemented in new or existing buildings, and what experiences have employers had with protecting their employees’ health?

You will find answers to these questions in this chapter. Here you will learn about the various approaches to direct room air humidification and the goals that can be achieved in terms of prevention, health and employee satisfaction. The best practice examples provide insights from various perspectives and across different industries: Read here to find out how company management, facility management, occupational safety teams, company doctors and employees view the topic of air humidification. Our best practices demonstrate various possibilities across many different application areas – from open-plan offices and laboratories to industrial settings.

Examples of how air humidification can improve health protection

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Air humidification at younion - Healthy indoor climate for the Daseinsgewerkschaft

After the complete renovation of the Vienna headquarters and the installation of a new ventilation system, the younion trade union was faced with the task of solving complaints about irritated mucous membranes and dry eyes. Since 2018, additional direct room air humidification has ensured a healthy indoor climate for all employees and protects against virus transmission.

Best practices for air humidification: health, prevention, successful applications

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Laboratory and Research

Humidifying the Laboratory at Robert Koch-Institut, Berlin, Germany

The Robert Koch Institute (RKI) is a federal institute within the portfolio of the Federal Ministry of Health. In 2016, the RKI moved into a new four-storey laboratory and office building with an area of around 60,000 m2. There, for example, influenza experts from the RKI prepare weekly situation reports, examine which flu viruses are circulating and check the effectiveness of flu vaccinations.

Fraunhofer IAO Stuttgart Investigates Humidity and Health

In a 2-year study, the Fraunhofer Institute for Industrial Engineering IAO investigated the significance and effect of humidity in the office. The results show that humidity has a positive effect on the assessment of the workplace and can also have an effect on the health and performance of office workers.

Humidification for Schunk Carbon Technology, Austria

Schunk Carbon Technology is a global leader in the development and production of high-quality carbon solutions that are used for power transmission in automotive and railway technology. As part of the worldwide Schunk Group, the approximately 420 employees in Bad Goisern ensure safety and comfort in millions of motor vehicles and reliability in rail transport.

Direct Air Humidification at Bischof + Klein Konzell

Less electrostatics, a targeted cooling effect and additional protection against virus transmission are the most important advantages of controlled humidity for Bischof + Klein. Since 2016, the plastics processing company in Konzell, Lower Bavaria, has been using direct room air humidification with high-pressure nozzles.

Precise Air Humidification at Asteelflash Electronics Plant

The Asteelflash Group is a multinational service provider for the complete production of integrated electronic systems. The group of companies, headquartered in France, employs over 5,000 people worldwide. At the Bad Hersfeld site, controlled humidity not only optimizes production processes, but also improves the working conditions of employees and protects their health.

ESD protection and employee satisfaction for Hella GmbH & Co. Germany

The protection of ESD components from electrostatic damage, additional cooling and higher employee satisfaction are the most important advantages of controlled humidity for the HELLA electronics plant in Recklinghausen.

Best practices for air humidification: health, prevention, successful applications

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In-room humidifiers are used specifically where humidity is required. Suitable for every application and room size, ideal for retrofitting, energy-efficient and easy to maintain.

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