AirVisual

AirVisual is a company known for its innovative solutions aimed at monitoring and analyzing air quality. It was founded with the mission to provide accurate, real-time air quality information in an accessible and user-friendly manner. Here are some key aspects of AirVisual:

Products: AirVisual is renowned for its air quality monitors, such as the AirVisual Pro. These devices are designed to measure various pollutants and provide data on PM2.5, CO2, temperature, and humidity levels. The data collected are often displayed on easy-to-read screens and can be accessed via mobile apps.

App and Software: AirVisual provides a comprehensive mobile app that offers real-time air quality data for thousands of locations worldwide. The app integrates data from both governmental monitoring stations and AirVisual's own network of monitors. Users can view historical data, receive health recommendations, and access forecasts.

Global Air Quality Network: AirVisual supports a global network of air quality monitors. This network includes both public and privately owned monitors, contributing to a robust database of air quality information. This infrastructure helps improve the comprehensiveness and accuracy of air quality data, which is available to users globally.

Partnerships and Collaborations: The company often collaborates with various organizations, from environmental groups to health institutions, to enhance awareness of air quality issues and promote solutions that mitigate pollution.

Acquisition by IQAir: In 2019, AirVisual was acquired by IQAir, a Swiss company that specializes in air quality products and services. The acquisition aimed to combine AirVisual's data expertise with IQAir's technological and manufacturing capabilities to develop even more advanced air quality solutions.

AirVisual plays an important role in raising awareness about air pollution and providing tools for people to take better control of their environmental health. Their emphasis on user-friendly technology and comprehensive data collection has made significant contributions to the field of air quality monitoring.

212-822-8851
www.airvisual.com

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New York NY 10018
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