Leading HVAC solutions provider helps schools
prepare for students in summer programs
RACINE, Wis. , May 23, 2023
/PRNewswire/ -- Modine (NYSE: MOD), a technology leader in the
HVAC industry, recognizes how important it is to create comfortable
and healthy spaces for students year-round, including those
attending K-12 summer school programs. As part of their continued
commitment to providing schools with the HVAC solutions and
education necessary to maintain pristine indoor air quality (IAQ),
Modine recommends some top tips for maintaining great IAQ while
summer programs are in session.
"Oftentimes, we discuss the need for enhanced IAQ during the
regular school year. With that said, it's important to keep IAQ top
of mind for those attending summer school or other summer programs
at K-12 facilities as well," said Kimberly
Raduenz, Manager, Strategic Marketing for the IAQ division
at Modine. "In many regions across the nation, temperatures can
exceed comfortable levels, and we have learned through the pandemic
that many schools do not have air conditioning. If they do, they
are not equipped to handle extreme temperatures. It's important to
take the proper measures to keep the air comfortable and safe so
everyone can enjoy the experience and perform at their best."
The experts at Modine suggest facility managers take these
steps.
- Provide adequate air conditioning: According to an
article in EducationWeek, many schools across the U.S. don't have
air conditioning units that are equipped to cope with sweltering
heat, leaving many schools to decide whether to close schools on
extremely hot days. The same report states that heat makes it
harder for students to learn, and students perform worse on tests
when they're hot. With that in mind, the summer is the perfect time
to upgrade HVAC systems to include air conditioning solutions to
combat the extreme heat and help students perform better.
- Maintain proper relative humidity: Making sure the air
in your school is comfortable is vital. That's where the
dehumidification in HVAC equipment comes into play. These solutions
allow facility managers to set and maintain proper humidity levels.
Between 40% and 60% relative humidity is recommended. It is
important to not overcool the space by making sure your HVAC unit
has some source of reheat like hot gas.
- Enhance ventilation: Having fresh air to breathe also
helps create a great atmosphere for students. As of May 12, the CDC recommends at least five air
changes per hour of clean air in an occupied space. Thanks to
mechanical HVAC solutions, facility managers can control the amount
of outdoor air circulated inside the classroom. Based on your
school facility, make sure you are meeting the standard for fresh
air.
- Signup for a preventative maintenance plan: To help
ensure your school HVAC equipment is performing at optimal levels,
consider signing up for a preventative maintenance plan. This will
guarantee the unit is getting the best service available while
avoiding major downtime during both summer school and the regular
school year. From enhanced energy efficiency to an increased
lifespan, performing regular maintenance will keep your unit
running and help create a great learning environment.
To learn more about Modine IAQ solutions, please visit
https://www.modinehvac.com/.
About Modine
At Modine, we are Engineering a Cleaner, Healthier World™.
Building on more than 100 years of excellence in thermal
management, we provide trusted systems and solutions that improve
air quality and conserve natural resources. More than 11,000
employees are at work in every corner of the globe, delivering the
solutions our customers need, where they need them. Our Climate
Solutions and Performance Technologies segments support our purpose
by improving air quality, reducing energy and water consumption,
lowering harmful emissions and enabling cleaner running vehicles
and environmentally-friendly refrigerants. Modine is a global
company headquartered in Racine,
Wisconsin (U.S.), with operations in North America, South
America, Europe and
Asia. For more information about
Modine, visit www.modine.com.
Media Contact:
Heather Ripley
(865) 977-1973
hripley@ripleypr.com
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