IAQ Radio

EPISODE177- Claude Blackburn -Disaster Restoration Pioneer

This week IAQ Radio has an exclusive interview with disaster restoration pioneer Claude Blackburn. Claude Blackburn has been involved in the cleaning and restoration industry since 1972. He was the founder and president of Dri-Eaz Products in Burlington, Washington. Learn from one of the great success stories in the industry how you can take it to the next level.

EPISODE176 - Lisa Rogers -ASTM D22.08 Chair, Mycometer US

Our thanks go out to Lisa Rogers for a great interview about the ASTM D22.08 IAQ and mold project. We discussed the standards that are complete, in development and planned. We also learned a lot during our discussion of the Mycometer technology and got a glimpse at the new Bacti-Count system that is just about ready for prime time.

EPISODE175 - Lee Pemberton -Cleaning and Restoration Pioneer

Tune into IAQ Radio this week at noon eastern time, when Radio Joe and the Z-Man interview cleaning and restoration industry pioneer Lee Pemberton.

EPISODE174 - Edward H. Cross, Esq. -"The Restoration Lawyer"

"The Restoration Lawyer" Edward H. Cross is President of Law Offices of Edward H. Cross & Associates, PC. He has represented over 50 restoration contractors in twelve states in collections disputes, standard of care issues, mold claims, and disputes with carriers. He also drafts restoration contracts, work authorizations, waivers, disclaimers, warranties and numerous other related documents.
During his career, he has successfully resolved over 500 cases involving issues of construction, property damage and/or indoor air quality. He has been handling legal matters related to water, sewage and mold for 15 years. Before that, he worked in the construction industry for more than five years. He earned certifications as a Certified Indoor Air Quality Professional (from AEE) and Water Damage Restoration Technician (from IICRC).
He was a contributor to the Second Edition of IICRC's S500 Standard and Reference Guide for Professional Water Damage Restoration, and was a Legal Reviewer of IICRC's S520 Standard and Reference Guide for Professional Mold Remediation, as well as a member of its Standards Committee and Editing Committee.
IAQ Radio is delighted to have Mr. Cross join us to discuss current events in the disaster restoration industry with a focus on legal issues.

EPISODE173 - Harriet Burge, PhD

This week hosts Joe Hughes and Cliff Zlotnik welcome special guest Dr. Harriet Burge, Director of Aerobiology at EMLab P&K and monthly columnist for Indoor Environment Connections newspaper. The show airs live at 12noon EDT on Friday, July 16, 2010. Listen live or download the show later at www.iaqradio.com

EPISODE172- Ashish Mathur, PhD -UV and Molecular filtration

Ultra Violet Devices Inc. (UVDI) is one of the oldest and most respected ultraviolet disinfection companies in the world. It all began with the hard work and ingenuity of a single man. Three generations ago Luis Veloz was an engineer for Westinghouse when their R&D engineers developed and patented the first commercial ultraviolet lamps. Luis was excited by this new technology and in 1949 he purchased a Westinghouse UV lamp dealership. Early applications were difficult to develop, but Luis had a vision of how ultraviolet light might be widespread and effective. He formed Aquafine Corporation to focus on water disinfection.
In 2003, UVDI launched its ALTRU-V line of air disinfection products. We have talked a good bit with past guests about the potential benefits and drawbacks for specific airstream UV disinfection with IAQ experts for three years it is time we hear from a respected manufacturer for their perspective. Let's see what they have to say and contribute we can contribute the discussion our own unique way on IAQ Radio.

EPISODE171 - Hal Levin -Part 2

This week we have the return appearance of IAQ pioneer Mr. Hal Levin of Building Ecology Research Group. During Part 1 of our interview we discussed some of the early work Mr. Levin did in the IAQ/building science arena and what types of mistakes we should avoid repeating. We also talked a little about his role as Executive Director at the International Society for Indoor Air Quality and Climate (ISIAQ). This week we will go into more detail about some of his most interesting projects and explore some current events in the IAQ and building science.

EPISODE170 - Richard L. Corsi, Ph.D., P.E.

Richard L. Corsi, Ph.D., P.E.
ECH Bantel Professor for Professional Practice
Department of Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering
The University of Texas at Austin

EPISODE169 -Robert G. Baker, FASHRAE, OPMP -Dis. Rest. in TN and More

This week we will be discussing some current events in IAQ and Disaster Restoration with ASHRAE Fellow and IAQA Past President Bob Baker. Mr. Baker recently volunteered to assist in developing standard operating procedures for some unusual projects in Nashville, TN. We will also have a report on the Florida Mold Licensing Law, an update on some ASHRAE standards/activities and more. Everyone will learn something from this interview so join us live Friday at noon or download the show later but don't miss this episode.

EPISODE168- Andrew K. Persily, Ph.D. National Insitute for Standards & Tech

This week we interview Andrew Persily, Ph.D. of the National Institute of Standards and Technology. Dr. Persily works on indoor air quality and ventilation in commercial and residential buildings. His work includes the development and application of measurement techniques to evaluate airflow and air quality characteristics in a variety of building types, including large, mechanically ventilated buildings and single-family dwellings. Mr. Persily was also the Steering Committee Chair of the recently published ASHRAE Design Guide "Indoor Air Quality Guide- Best Practices for Design, Construction and Commissioning". This project was a collaboration between ASHRAE, AIA, BOMA, SMACNA, EPA and the USGBC. We are thrilled to have the opportunity to interview Dr. Persily!