Your Jail Needs a CidSense Air Purifier

The Problem: Poor Air Quality in Jails 

Indoor air quality in most jails leaves much to be desired. Poor air quality is a significant issue, with indoor air often containing five times more pollutants than outdoor air [1]. This is exacerbated by the confined and high-occupancy nature of correctional facilities. 
 
Jails are notorious for their challenging environments, where poor ventilation and high occupant density contribute to elevated levels of airborne pollutants. These pollutants can include volatile organic compounds (VOCs), particulate matter, and even pathogens, all of which pose serious health risks to both inmates and staff.

The consequences of poor air quality are far-reaching. Inmates and staff are exposed to high concentrations of pollutants that can lead to immediate health problems such as irritated eyes, nose, and throat, headaches, nausea, dizziness, and skin issues. Over time, this exposure can aggravate respiratory diseases, asthma, and other chronic conditions, significantly impacting the well-being of everyone in the facility[2].

Correctional officers spend one-third of their lives at work[3], while inmates may spend their entire lives in these settings, where prolonged exposure to indoor air can worsen health issues. Research indicates that indoor air pollutants can reduce life expectancy by an average of one year and eight months worldwide[4], highlighting the critical need to improve air quality in correctional facilities for both staff and detainees.

The cost of poor air quality extends beyond health. The need for continuous HVAC operation, especially during the summer months and times of high-occupancy, leads to increased energy consumption and higher operational costs.

Moreover, if the HVAC systems are not adequately maintained, they can introduce more particulates into the air, further deteriorating the indoor environment. 

Without the ability to open a window and the desire to reduce utility costs, how are correctional facilities expected to improve their indoor air?

The Solution: Purify the Air with CidSense 

Cidnet has partnered with CidSense to provide a solution to the increasingly important issue of improving air quality in correctional facilities.

 The Core Air Purifier will take a load  off your HVAC system, eliminating the need for outside air to introduce fresh air into the facility. Core uses the air already inside, employing a triple-threat combination of HEPA and VOC filtration and UVC light to clean, freshen, and reduce pollutants in your facility. 

 Effortlessly powerful, the Core can purify a space of 1600 cubic feet in under two minutes—delivering fast and effective results regardless of its placement within the room.

 The unit is flexible and can change locations easily, responding to changes in occupancy.  This allows you to purify the air where you need it most. 

 Maintaining the Core is straightforward and economical. The long-lasting filter and UVC   lamp offer up to 9,000 hours of operation, with replacements taking less than five   minutes. This makes it a minimal investment for maximum performance and a cost-effective alternative to the frequent air cycling required by conventional HVAC systems.