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Use of an experimental room for monitoring of airborne concentrations of microorganisms, glass fibers, and total particles

Buttner, M. P. and Stetzenbach, L. D.
1996
ASTM Special Technical Publication, 1287, p 75-86


Buttner, M. P. and Stetzenbach, L. D., (1996), "Use of an experimental room for monitoring of airborne concentrations of microorganisms, glass fibers, and total particles", ASTM Special Technical Publication, 1287, p 75-86.
Abstract:
Airborne particles and microorganisms in indoor environments were studied using an experimental room, measuring 4 by 4 by 2.2 meters high with a hardwood floor and interior latex painted-walls and ceilings. The room was equipped with a computer-controlled heating, ventilation, and cooling system. Temperature, relative humidity, air flow and room pressure were continuously monitored by probes located in the room and air handling system components. The room was used to monitor the potential for airborne glass fibers released from rigid fibrous ductboard, compare commercially available samplers for monitoring airborne fungal spores and study the efficacy of vacuum bags to minimize dispersal of various particles.

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Buttner, M. P.
  1. Detection and enumeration of airborne biocontaminants
  2. Indoor air investigations and controlled laboratory studies using a variety of aerobiological samplers
  3. Measurement of airborne fungal spore dispersal from three types of flooring materials  
Stetzenbach, L. D.
  1. Detection and enumeration of airborne biocontaminants
  2. Indoor air investigations and controlled laboratory studies using a variety of aerobiological samplers
  3. Measurement of airborne fungal spore dispersal from three types of flooring materials  



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