3M, a recognized leader in research and development in diverse markets, has introduced a line of Filtrete filters for commercial buildings. Filtrete Commercial HVAC Filters may offer a marked return on investment by reducing energy, maintenance and lifecycle costs associated with traditional ventilation systems.

Lifecycle costs may be reduced due to the filters’ low airflow resistance, which may result in fan energy savings. 3M Technologies have also enabled extended service life, requiring fewer filter changeouts on an annual basis. Filtrete Commercial High Performance HVAC Filters with integral seals may help reduce air bypass. This may reduce particle deposits and cleaning costs for HVAC coils, ducts, and occupied spaces. The potential savings are significant and major capital investments are not required to begin using Filtrete filters.

“3M has expanded its line of Filtrete Commercial HVAC Filters, and customer demonstrations show that the filters are helping building owners save energy and reduce costs,” states Steve Hendrick, global business manager with 3M Commercial Filtration. “3M has filters to fit the needs of a variety of commercial HVAC systems including central HVAC systems, rooftop units, vertical fan coil units and PTAC units.” Use of Filtrete filters may also earn points toward LEED certification, reveals the company’s press release. Hendrick expects that this will make Filtrete filters an ideal resource for architects, engineers, specifiers and contractors who are involved in designing sustainable architecture, especially projects in the healthcare and education industries where good indoor air quality is of great importance.  

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