IAQ Radio

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!

EPISODE167 -Dr. Claudius Carnegie -Miami-Dade Cnty Schools & IESO Pres.

Next up on IAQ radio we will be joined by Claudius Carnegie, PhD, P.E., CIE, CMR of the Miami-Dade County Public Schools. Dr. Carnegie was also recently elected President of the Indoor Environmental Standards Organization (IESO). We will discuss IAQ and facilities management and progress on the various standards IESO is developing.

EPISODE166 - Author's Bob & Gail Brandys -New Book Review

This week on IAQ Radio we welcome back Robert C. Bob Brandys, PhD, MPH, PE, CIH, CSP, CMR & Gail Brandys, MS, CSP, CMR of Occupational and Environmental Health Consulting Services. We will discuss numerous issues including their recently published book "International Indoor Air Quality Standards for Over 2,000 Chemical and Biological Substances". This is their fourth book in a popular series many IAQ professionals are familiar with, the other three include "Post-Remediation Testing and Verification for Mold and Bacteria- Risk Based Levels of Cleanliness", "Worldwide Exposure Standards for Mold and Bacteria with Assessment Guidelines for Air, Water, Dust, Ductwork, Carpet and Insulation" and "Global Occupational Exposure Limits for Over 6,000 Specific Chemicals".
This series of books has made a tremendous contribution to the practice of IAQ and disaster restoration contracting and consulting by collecting and publishing diverse and difficult to acquire historical and current information and making it available to professionals in a convenient and inexpensive format. Most of the information comes from books that too often sit in libraries unread in today's digital world. Always entertaining and informative we are looking forward to this week's wide ranging discussion with Dr. Bob and Gail Brandys on IAQ Radio.

EPISODE165 - Hal Levin, Building Ecology Research Group -IAQ Pioneer

Hal Levin is a Research Architect with Building Ecology Research Group, Santa Cruz, California. Mr. Levin has conducted research and consulted on buildings impacts on occupant health and comfort as well as on the larger environment. Since 1978 his work
has focused on the integration of knowledge about indoor and outdoor air pollution as well as other risk factors into the design, construction, and operation of residential, educational, and commercial buildings and communities. The list of his clients
includes governments industry, and private individuals on five continents. He has been a leader in numerous professional and scientific societies and has received awards from several including ASHRAE's Environmental Health Award in 2008. He is the Executive Director of ISIAQ, the International Society of Indoor Air Quality and Climate, and is President of the
Indoor Air Institute.

EPISODE164 - Greg Orndorff Sr., CR -A-1 Floodtech

"Those who cannot learn from history are doomed to repeat it." Listen and learn when cleaning and restoration industry veteran and pioneer Greg Orndorff, Sr guests on IAQ Radio. Greg's business A-1 Floodtech is dramatically different than it was when he started it over 40 years ago. Over his tenure in business Greg has always been bold early adopter and risk taker, investing in new technology to stay on the leading edge of the business curve. Greg's pioneeringly creative and innovative marketing methods and strategies are legendary. Greg is a survivor both in business and life, join us at noon eastern time when Radio Joe Hughes and Cliff Z-Man Zlotnik interview Greg Orndorff, Sr. on IAQ Radio.