An indoor air quality meter measures CO2, particulate matter, TVOC, temperature and humidity in a room and reports them in real time. In homes, schools and offices this shows when ventilation is too low or pollutants are building up, so you can act before people feel it. MachineSens makes the AiroCheck range of indoor air quality monitors.
What is an IAQ meter?
An IAQ meter is a device that continuously monitors the air in a room. Simple models read CO2 and temperature. Multi-parameter models add particulate matter, TVOC, humidity, ozone, noise and light. Connected models send readings to a platform, so many rooms can be watched from one screen. That is how the AiroCheck indoor air quality monitoring system works with BuildOT One.
Which IAQ meter suits which space?
Benefits of IAQ meters
- Health and focus: high CO2 causes drowsiness, and PM2.5 and VOCs affect breathing.
- ESG and building standards: IAQ data supports data collection for WELL, LEED and Estidama.
- Comfort: readings in BuildOT One can be linked to HVAC control.
- Energy: ventilation can follow real air quality instead of running at full rate all day.
Indoor air quality control systems by sector
Schools place an indoor air quality monitor in classrooms to show when they need fresh air. At HCT, AiroCheck sensors cover 11 campuses and 59 buildings. Read the HCT case study. Hospitals keep continuous IAQ logs, offices track comfort for tenants, and hotels can show guests clear air quality information.
Frequently asked questions
What does an indoor air quality meter measure?
Most IAQ meters measure CO2, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), TVOC, temperature and humidity. Some models also read ozone, noise or light.
What is the best indoor air quality monitor for an office or school?
A wireless monitor that reads CO2, PM2.5 and TVOC suits most rooms. A display model helps when occupants should see the readings.
Can indoor air quality data control the HVAC system?
Yes. When IAQ readings reach a platform such as BuildOT One, they can be linked to ventilation and cooling, so fresh air follows real conditions.
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