Buildings case studies
Ambient air, indoor toxins, radon case studies:
Study into the contamination of indoor air by emissions from construction materials
When ambient air is tested in new buildings or following renovation works, elevated levels of problematic substances continue to be detected. One of these is the suspected carcinogen methylethyl ketone oxime. Possible sources include construction products such as wooden floor treatments, joint sealants and paint.
Radon testing in schools and childcare settings
After the new Radiological Protection Ordinance came into force on 1 January 2018, radon testing must now be carried out in schools, nurseries and some other childcare settings throughout Switzerland.
Inspection of an apartment affected by mould
The management of an apartment building in the canton of Aargau instructed Ecosens AG to carry out a survey of an apartment affected by mould.
Ambient air testing in accordance with Minergie-ECO at Gönhard School’s new building in Aarau
A new building was added to the existing Gönhard School facility, providing additional space for the primary school, the preschool and the music school.
Extension of Winterthur Remand Centre - Minergie-ECO® standard
The cantonal remand centre in Winterthur is outdated and does not have sufficient cells. It will therefore be replaced with a new building in the coming years.