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The Promise and Limits of Urban Mining

Urban Mining is a concept that emphasizes the potential of cities, the human habitat and built environment as a source of raw materials. New research, commissioned by the International Copper…

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Copper Demand Predicted to Grow with Smart Cities

Total volume of copper in smart city technology to nearly double by 2025. New research, commissioned by ICA, revealed copper is the material of choice for smart city technology, thanks…

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Every Bit Counts: Markus Lends Laboratory Help at Skellefteå Hospital

In northern Sweden, Markus Nordqvist of Boliden sprang into action to help Skellefteå Hospital’s chemical laboratory as the coronavirus began straining the healthcare industry. During the pandemic onset, International Copper…

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Kennecott the First to Receive the Copper Mark for Responsible Production

August 25, 2020 Kennecott Utah Copper LLC, Rio Tinto’s site in Utah, United States, has become the first producer to be awarded the Copper Mark. To achieve the Copper Mark,…

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Air Quality

Copper has a long history in critical heat transfer components used in air-conditioning systems due to its unique properties, including:

  • High thermal conductivity
  • Formability
  • Corrosion resistance
  • Ease of joining
  • Infinite recyclability

Most recently, this list also includes its antimicrobial effect. Pure copper and copper alloys have antimicrobial properties that kill microorganisms on contact and prevent the growth of bacteria and fungi.

The wet and humid environments in air conditioning units are perfect places for mold to grow. Harmful mold spores can be spread through fans into homes and often cause serious health problems.

Everyone has heard stories about office workers sharing a building or students living together in a dorm getting sick. This is commonly referred to as “sick building syndrome” and can be caused by dirty and moldy air conditioning units.

Copper coiled units are virtually mold-free, even after years of use, which improves air and quality and living conditions.

Mold buildup in noncopper units also degrades performance and prevents units from working correctly, costing users extra money.

Case Study

Unconventional Aircon Design Increases Efficiency

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Copper Applications Technology Roadmap

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Energy Efficiency and Air Quality in Aircon

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Introduction of Room Air Conditioner System Simulation Platform

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Energy Efficiency and Air Quality Terms

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Energy Efficiency and Air Quality in Air Conditioning

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