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Air Quality & Respiratory Health: The Vital Connection

November is COPD Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and its significant impact on millions of lives. In this blog, we'll discuss what COPD is, examine how air quality and respiratory health are interconnected, and provide practical tips for managing the air you breathe.  What is COPD?

Exploring the TE-BC251 NIOSH Bioaerosol Cyclone: Various Key Applications

In today's world, where air quality directly impacts public health, monitoring bioaerosols is critical. With multiple applications, the TE-BC251 NIOSH Bioaerosol Cyclone is designed to provide accurate and reliable sampling of airborne biological particles. In this blog post, we’ll explore the features, uses, and importance of the TE-BC251, emphasizing how it can benefit various

Passive vs. Active Air Sampling: A Comprehensive Guide

Air sampling is vital for environmental monitoring, ensuring public and environmental health. Two main methods dominate this field: passive air sampling and active air sampling. Each method has unique advantages and is suited to different scenarios. This guide explores the differences, benefits, and limitations of both methods to help you choose the best approach

The Power of Air Samplers: Revolutionizing Environmental Analysis

Air quality plays a crucial role in public health and environmental management in our modern world. Air samplers, devices used to collect air samples for analysis, have emerged as indispensable tools for professionals and researchers alike to analyze air quality, identify trends, and make critical decisions. The devices Tisch Environmental provides offer a range

The Health Benefits of Monitoring Air Quality

As technology and industry rapidly advance, the air we breathe has never been more critical to our health and well-being. At Tisch Environmental, we understand the significant impact air quality has on our lives. That's why we are dedicated to providing air quality monitoring equipment that empowers individuals and organizations to take control of

The History of Tisch Environmental

By: W. John Tisch (John), Co-Founder of Tisch Environmental with details provided by: my Father Wilbur P. Tisch (Will) & Grandfather Wilbur H. Tisch (Web) The Tisch family has been involved in the manufacture of air sampling equipment for 70 years. Long ago there was a small sheet metal shop, General Metal Works, Inc.

Low vs High Vol Samplers

First, a little short history might help.  The HV sampler was developed in the 50s by General Metal Works and the first legislation was the Air Pollution Control Act of 1955, which gave federal money to monitor air pollution.  Then in 1963 it established a program that gave the federal government the ability to control

Have You Heard About PFAS?

Polyfluorinated Substances (PFAS) are man-made chemicals commonly found in products like non-stick cookware, waterproof textiles, and firefighting foams. These substances pose significant health and environmental risks. Exposure to PFAS has been associated with an increased risk of cancer, thyroid disease, immune system dysfunction, and developmental issues. Moreover, PFAS can persist in the environment for

TE-WILBUR Now Available With a Wind Anemometer

Newly built TE-WILBUR units, and those units with serial numbers 1000 or greater that are running PLC software version 5.0 or later, are now able to be purchased with a wind anemometer to integrate directly with their WILBUR for sampling data. This anemometer collects both directional and speed data on the wind during your

Air Quality Awareness Week 2023 is Almost Here!

Air Quality Awareness Week is quickly approaching! This year AQAW will take place from May 1st to May 5th. This also coincides with World Asthma Day on May 2nd. The theme of this years event is "Working Together for Clean Air." The EPA, and its partners, will highlight resources that increase air quality awareness