If the owner requires VOC testing, what equipment do you recommend? A PID? If so, how many ppms are permissable?
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NC-2009 IEQc4.1: Low-Emitting Materials—Adhesives and Sealants
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FAQs about IEQc4.1:
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Tristan Roberts
RepresentativeVermont House of Representatives
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December 10, 2009 - 10:20 am
Aliesa, it sounds like you are talking about VOC testing of the indoor environment following construction, not VOC testing of materials. The latter is better performed by labs using specific protocols.
For testing of the air quality in the building, check out IEQc3.2: Construction IAQ Management Plan—Before Occupancy. You can earn a point here for IAQ testing following certain protocols.
Armen Khachikyan
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April 22, 2010 - 3:59 am
Thus, to earn IEQc4.1 VOC testing of materials should be performed?
(I know there is some characteristic like emissioning VOC from materials, as i understand we shouldn't measure it; just VOC content. Is it right?)
Tristan Roberts
RepresentativeVermont House of Representatives
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April 22, 2010 - 6:42 pm
Lou, to earn this credit you should specify and use only products that meet the VOC emissions limits set by the relevant standard as shown in the credit language. This is generally done by the manufacturer, with VOC g/L information provided to the project. It is not necessary for you to take any measurements.