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What event caused severe asset losses to GAFCO in 2005?
What did GAFCO focus on after the fire tragedy?
Which strategic plans did GAFCO enforce to maximize its product value?
Which certificates has GAFCO been internationally recognized with for Quality and Safety?
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Which industry does GAFCO not supply filtration solutions to?
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How many countries does GAFCO supply its air filters to?
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How many products does GAFCO manufacture excluding the services they deliver?
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How many employees does GAFCO currently have?
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What is the total number of countries to which GAFCO delivers its products and solutions?
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What is the primary focus of GAFCO's mission?
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What is GAFCO's vision?
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What is the foundation of GAFCO's definition of quality?
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What does GAFCO link customer problems with?
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Where can one find performance details about any of GAFCO products?
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What is the purpose of the various filtering materials mentioned in air filtration?
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What is the range of efficiency for media pads and media rolls in the HVAC filters category?
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What are the common market names for the aluminum media pads with 1/4 inch and 5/8 inch thicknesses?
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What advantage does GAFCO have in the production of aluminum media pads, rolls, and filters?
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What advantage do the thread supported media pads and rolls generally have over standard none supported media pads and rolls?
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What is the primary reason for the name 'panel filters'?
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What is the primary advantage of aluminum filters?
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What is the primary reason most customers use the synthetic versions of a pocket (bag) filter?
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What is the standard pocket count for the 24 by 24-inch models of bag filters?
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Which colors are agreed upon as the standard for the 95% and 85% versions of pocket (bag) filters?
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What is the most common pocket depth for bag filters in the market?
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What is the distinguishing feature of rod supported filters?
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What are the two types of pocket filter media?
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What are the rod supported filters classified as?
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What is the distinguishing feature of pleated filters?
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What is the distinguishing feature of the HC (high capacity) models of pleated filters?
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What is the unique characteristic of Tribo-V filters compared to other filters?
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What is the primary material used as the pleat separator in aluminum separated filters?
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What distinguishes GrandPAK HC from GrandPAK SC?
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What is the primary distinguishing feature of GrandPAK HT?
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What serves as the pleat separator in mini pleat filters?
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What is the primary feature of the unique structure of aluminum separated filters?
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What distinguishes the STIPH filters from other filters in the HVAC range?
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What is the primary difference between the SC and HC models of V-Guard filters?
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What are MicroFyne filters?
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What is the primary difference of mini pleat filters over compact filters?
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What is the key factor that sets mini pleat media apart from other types of pleating?
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What distinguishes the structure of compact filters from mini pleat filters?
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What is the primary function of Gas phase filters?
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What is the primary composition of filters made from laminated media?
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What distinguishes Chemiseize PLUS from Chemiseize filters?
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What is the primary advantage of Loose fill gas phase filters?
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What impact does the media quantity inside gas phase filters have?
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What is the unique cleaning process employed by cylindrical and conical filters in gas turbines?
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What triggers the pulse jet cleaning process in cylindrical and conical filters?
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What is the primary advantage of pulse jet cleaning in gas turbine filters?
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What distinguishes gas turbine filters from HVAC filters?
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What is the primary purpose of pre-filters in the gas turbine filter category?
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What is the primary purpose of dust collector bag filters?
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Why are dust collector bag filters made of a wide range of materials?
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What is the primary function of high efficiency terminal modules?
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Where are the Hygientech top and side access versions installed?
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What is the primary purpose of the grills supplied with terminal or ceiling modules?
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What are ceiling modules equipped with?
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Why are surgery operation rooms in hospitals equipped to receive 100% fresh air from outdoors?
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What is the primary purpose of ENVIRO-SAFE BIBO filter housings?
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Where can air filter housings be installed?
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What types of filters can be fitted in the PurePath I, II, III, and IV range of housings?
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What is the primary function of a mechanical room in a building?
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What is the purpose of louvers or air filters installed on building air intakes?
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What are the advantages of automatic roll filters in building air intakes?
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What is the primary purpose of the solutions being explored for air intake filtration?
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What does FFU stand for?
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What is the primary function of fan filter units (FFUs)?
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What can fan filter units be outfitted with to meet specific contamination requirements?
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What does the abbreviation PFFU stands for?
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What is the primary function of Cross Contamination Equipment?
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What is the purpose of air showers in a cleanroom?
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What is the specific purpose of pass boxes used in cleanrooms?
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What is the primary difference between air showers and pass boxes?
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What is the purpose of the magnetic interlock mechanism used in Cross Contamination equipment?
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What happens when individuals enter the air shower and the first door is closed?
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What is the main difference between SafePATH STC and SafePATH DMC pass boxes?
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What captures the particles generated inside the air shower?
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What classes do Biosafety cabinets come in?
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What is the primary component used for removing airborne particles in a clean bench?
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What is the primary objective of GAFCO's laboratory devices?
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What is the primary function of a fume hood?
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What distinguishes Climasure mini environments from traditional cleanrooms?
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What distinguishes UltraTent from traditional cleanrooms?
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What are the primary sectors that GAFCO caters to with their cleanroom projects?
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What is the primary function of Greasetrap filters in a kitchen's hood?
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What is the primary function of gas phase filters in commercial kitchens?
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What is the specific function of Electrostatic Precipitators (ESP) in commercial kitchens?
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What is the primary purpose of an ecology unit in commercial kitchens?
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What distinguishes the Electrofil DP-ESP system from the Electrofil SP-ESP system?
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What is the primary role of activated carbon filters in an ecology unit for commercial kitchens?
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What is the main advantage of Industrial air cleaners by GAFCO?
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What is the purpose of the fully functional smoking cabins offered by GAFCO?
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What services does GAFCO offer to help clients achieve their outdoor and indoor air quality objectives?
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Negative pressure rooms, also called isolation rooms, are a type of hospital room that keeps patients with infectious illnesses away from other patients.
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Positive pressure rooms maintain a higher pressure inside a room than that of the surrounding environment.
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What standard is used to classify cleanrooms?
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How many cleanroom classes are there in ISO standard 14644?
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The wide range of air filters and filtration solutions we offer are comprehensive, but this extensive range reflects the diverse and demanding market we operate in. While this diversity may seem as a challenge, it is in fact an opportunity to navigate a wide range of industries to seize opportunities.
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Study Notes
Gas Phase Filter Varieties and Applications
- Graphite PLUS has an additional back layer for particle filtration, while Graphite is solely a gas filter.
- Active-CELL PLUS and Active-CELL are V-cell shape filters with the PLUS version having an extra layer for particulate filtration.
- Chemiseize and Chemiseize PLUS are V-bank type filters, with the PLUS variant providing additional particulate filtration.
- PLUS versions of gas phase filters are not widely used but recommended for limited filter housing stages.
- CarboPleat filters are made of pleated laminated carbon, available in different frame types and capacities.
- Different filter manufacturers offer various designs to make it difficult for competitors to provide replacements.
- Media quantity inside gas phase filters varies, impacting performance and lifespan.
- Chemiseize filters have a larger media capacity than Active-CELL filters, and Active-CELL outperforms CarboPleat filters.
- Loose fill gas phase filters offer greater media volume and various media options for complex applications.
- CarboSORB uses loose fill media for general or specific gas filtration, filled with activated carbon or engineered media.
- Active-CELL STD and CST, as well as Chemiseize STD and CST, are loose fill media filters for general or customized gas filtration.
- Capsule-18, Capsule-12, and MasterCarb are loose fill gas phase filters with different capacities and media options for demanding gas filtration applications.
Indoor Air Quality Solutions by GAFCO
- Smoking cabins are dedicated spaces designed to contain and neutralize tobacco smoke, improving air quality for both smokers and non-smokers.
- These cabins are highly modular and can be installed in virtually any existing architecture.
- Components of a smoking cabin include an air purification system with particulate filters, gas phase filters, and fans to filter out smoke and purify the air within the cabin.
- Industrial air cleaners by GAFCO eliminate the need to vent treated air outside industrial facilities, enhancing indoor air quality from pollutants produced by industrial processes.
- Vacumax are industrial vacuum cleaning devices designed for heavy-duty use in various industrial and commercial environments, capable of handling large volumes of air to filter hazardous materials.
- Weldfil Fume Extractors are specialized devices designed to improve workplace safety by removing harmful fumes and gases generated by welding processes.
- These machines use a combination of filters and a fan to draw air in and filter out harmful fumes, tailored to specific contaminants and customer needs.
- GAFCO offers comprehensive services including HVAC consultation, cleanroom design, testing, installation, and troubleshooting assistance to help clients achieve their indoor air quality objectives.
- The company's expertise spans from initial consultation to design implementation, testing, and providing solutions for any issues that may arise, ensuring the highest standards of air quality are achieved and maintained.
- GAFCO provides comprehensive cleanroom consultation services to establish and maintain an optimal cleanroom environment for specific process needs, meeting global standards and boosting operational efficiency.
- The company offers cleanroom classification and validation services in compliance with EU GMP, FED 209, or ISO-14644 standards, utilizing advanced equipment and measurement tools for accurate certification.
- GAFCO also provides filter integrity testing for HEPA and ULPA filters and offers safe and effective disposal of contaminated filters during installation and disposal processes for building occupants and staff.
Indoor Air Quality Solutions by GAFCO
- Smoking cabins are dedicated spaces designed to contain and neutralize tobacco smoke, improving air quality for both smokers and non-smokers.
- These cabins are highly modular and can be installed in virtually any existing architecture.
- Components of a smoking cabin include an air purification system with particulate filters, gas phase filters, and fans to filter out smoke and purify the air within the cabin.
- Industrial air cleaners by GAFCO eliminate the need to vent treated air outside industrial facilities, enhancing indoor air quality from pollutants produced by industrial processes.
- Vacumax are industrial vacuum cleaning devices designed for heavy-duty use in various industrial and commercial environments, capable of handling large volumes of air to filter hazardous materials.
- Weldfil Fume Extractors are specialized devices designed to improve workplace safety by removing harmful fumes and gases generated by welding processes.
- These machines use a combination of filters and a fan to draw air in and filter out harmful fumes, tailored to specific contaminants and customer needs.
- GAFCO offers comprehensive services including HVAC consultation, cleanroom design, testing, installation, and troubleshooting assistance to help clients achieve their indoor air quality objectives.
- The company's expertise spans from initial consultation to design implementation, testing, and providing solutions for any issues that may arise, ensuring the highest standards of air quality are achieved and maintained.
- GAFCO provides comprehensive cleanroom consultation services to establish and maintain an optimal cleanroom environment for specific process needs, meeting global standards and boosting operational efficiency.
- The company offers cleanroom classification and validation services in compliance with EU GMP, FED 209, or ISO-14644 standards, utilizing advanced equipment and measurement tools for accurate certification.
- GAFCO also provides filter integrity testing for HEPA and ULPA filters and offers safe and effective disposal of contaminated filters during installation and disposal processes for building occupants and staff.
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