WASHINGTON, DC — There’s no doubt that indoor air quality is the next frontier in safety, not just in convention centers, but anywhere people gather. That’s what prompted Events DC to install a building-wide microbial reduction system from Synexis BioDefense in the Walter E. Washington Convention Center — becoming the first centre to do so.
Events DC engaged MAVEN Security Technologies for its Surface & Virus Reduction (SAVR) solution, a comprehensive technology solution to improve indoor air quality, with Synexis’ patented DHP™ (Dry Hydrogen Peroxide) technology as the centerpiece. The system provides continuous microbial reduction in every corner of a room without disrupting work operations or the normal workflow of people.
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The devices have been installed throughout the center, in both common areas and employee spaces. The difference is noticeable, according to Hootan Kaboli, vice president, operations and facilities services, Events DC. “It’s no exaggeration to say that in some cases, you can really feel the difference.”
From the beginning of the pandemic, Events DC has been keeping up with the science around air purification. “In doing so, we quickly realized that the focus had shifted from surface cleaning to HVAC system health,” said Kaboli. “Surface cleaning remains a priority and part of our overall standards, but this shift has caused Events DC to rethink our technology and maintenance deployment. As a result, not only do we have a more robust plan of action in our air filtration and preventative maintenance protocols, but we’ve also partnered with Synexis to ensure we’re doing everything we can to invest in cleaning and reduce the risk of contaminants in the air we breathe at our venue.”
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The response from the show organizers was overwhelmingly positive. “They asked me questions that I have rarely been asked in my career. — on things like filter quality, number of fresh air cycles, quantity and size of air handlers — “Which leads me to believe that they too have become aware of the importance of air quality in managing the spread of contaminants and viruses,” Kaboli said.
Contact Hootan Kaboli at: (202) 359-4613 or [email protected]