Canterbury Installs Plasma Air Ionization Technology

Canterbury School is pleased to share that Plasma Air ionization systems are being installed in all buildings across campus as part of the school’s commitment to the safety and well-being of our students, faculty, and staff. 
Plasma Air is known as a leading innovator in Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) solutions. Plasma bi-polar ionization technology is used across multiple industries to remove airborne contaminants and microorganisms like bacteria, viruses, and mold. Ionizers emit negative ions, which attach to the positive ions of airborne particulates and chemically disrupt cells or molecules to neutralize pollutants such as microorganisms effectively. This technology operates continuously within an HVAC system, which means air purification occurs even during school hours. According to independent testing published by Plasma Air, the technology was shown to reduce airborne coronavirus surrogates by 99 percent and almost 80 percent on the surfaces tested in the room after 10 minutes. The Plasma Air systems have also recently earned UL 2998 validation, certifying that the products are ozone free.

In addition to ionization technology, ultraviolet germicidal irradiation (UVGI) lighting fixtures have been installed in several locations throughout campus, including our Hanno Dining Hall, Weight Room, and our Nurse’s Office. These wall-mounted fixtures operate at all hours of the day to aid in airborne infection mitigation. Click here for more information on UV Resources.  

Head of School Rick Kirschner shared the importance of this being a long-term investment for our school community, “The addition of this technology will not only enhance our current COVID-19 safety protocols but also help us reduce illness and maintain optimal indoor air quality for years to come.” 

Canterbury School is grateful to Page Mechanical Group, Inc. for their hard work in deploying this technology throughout our campus.
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