Locker rooms in schools and commercial gyms may not be the first place you’d expect to find an air purifier, but they are spaces in which some form of air cleaning technology should be used. Making use of an air purifier in a locker room can help keep the space healthier and more pleasant for those who use it. Here’s what you need to know about air purifiers for locker rooms and the units we suggest.
 Why Would You Need an Air Purifier in a Locker Room?
There are two main reasons to use an air purifier in a locker room setting. The first of these is the fact that locker rooms are home to unpleasant odors that can make people less interested in coming to a gym. The second is the fact that bacteria, viruses and fungi are quite common in these environments. Removing these contaminants from the air can help your gym patrons stay healthy and ensure they can change and shower in a clean setting.
Related to this last point is the fact that the right air purifier can help to keep chemicals from building up in the air. For purposes of cleanliness, many gyms use strong chemical cleaners in their locker rooms. While this is necessary to get rid of potentially harmful bacteria, the fumes from these cleaners can build up and have a negative impact on people who suffer from asthma or other respiratory illnesses.
 What Kind of Air Purifier is Best?
For maximum effectiveness, you need three types of filtration in a locker room air purifier. A HEPA filter will help to eliminate particulate matter like dust and pollen, while a carbon filter will remove unpleasant odors and chemical fumes. The final type of filtration you’ll need is a UV germicidal lamp. Intense UV light renders bacteria, viruses and mold spores neutral, preventing them from causing illnesses.
Some of our top air purifiers with all three of these features include:
- Â Field Controls TRIO (medical grade)
- Â Airpura UV600 (covers up to 2,000 square feet, great for larger locker rooms)
- Â AllerAir AirMedic Pro 6 Exec UV (three carbon filter options with up to 39 pounds of activated carbon available)
Have questions about the right air purifiers for your gym locker room? We’re here to help! Feel free to contact us for answers and product recommendations based on your needs. Also be sure to check out our business financing options to help your gym or workout center get the air purifier it needs on a reasonable monthly payment plan.