Advances in Air Purification Technologies for Healthcare Industry

SUMMARY

This study reviews technology developments that might significantly impact the landscape of air purification technologies in healthcare facilities and includes coverage of the key participants and their technology developments. It is likely that some of the technologies and processes discussed in this study have either been recently commercialized or might be commercialized in the near future.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

• Overview
  • Scope of the Research
  • Research Methodology
• Technology Snapshot
  • Introduction
  • Key Emerging Technologies

2 TECHNOLOGY AND APPLICATION VIEWPOINT

• Current Scenario
  • Technology Primer
  • Technology Driving Factors
  • Current Challenges Facing Air Purification Technologies
• Application Viewpoint
  • Operating Rooms
  • Laboratories and Drugs
  • Isolation Rooms
  • Intensive Care Units (ICUs)
  • Construction/Renovation

3 DEVELOPMENT AND APPLICATIONS OF AIR PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGIES

• Universities and Government Laboratories
  • Pathogen Protection Using Coatings
  • Portable Purifiers for Airborne Infection Control
• Corporate Sector
  • Microbial Killing by UV
  • Air Change Rate--Air Purification Systems
  • Silent Air Purifiers in Medical Facilities
  • Air Purification Technologies for Isolation Rooms
  • A Possible Replacement for HEPA
  • Nanotechnology could Enhance Filtration Technologies
  • A Combination of Air Purification Systems into One
• Case Studies
  • Charter Springs Hospital
  • NatroMed Medical Facility
  • McGill University

4 TECHNOLOGY IMPACT ANALYSIS

• Technology Analysis
  • Technology Analysis
  • Roadmap and Trends
  • Analysis of Factors that Influence Infection
  • Factors to be Considered for the Selection of Air Filter
• Key Analysis
  • Regulatory Impact
  • Geographical Analysis

5 KEY PATENTS AND CONTACTS

• Key Patents
  • Filed Patents
  • Granted Patents
• Contacts
  • Corporate Contacts
  • Research Institutions

6 DECISION SUPPORT DATABASE

• Database Tables
  • Total Electricity Installed Capacity--North America (1999-2009)
  • SO2 Emissions--North America (1999-2009)
  • CO2 Emissions--North America (1999-2009)
  • Electricity Installed Capacity from Other Renewable Energy Sources--North America (1999-2009)
  • Electricity Installed Thermal-Based Capacity in North America (1999-2009)