Health Club Sportiv: Ensuring Clean & Safe Air in Sports Facilities During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Reducing Aerosols & Improving Air Quality in Sports Facilities During the Pandemic

Creating a Safer and More Comfortable Training Environment with ASPRA Purification

Sports activities naturally increase breathing rates and aerosol emissions, raising the risk of airborne infections, discomfort, and unpleasant odors in enclosed spaces. With the onset of COVID-19, air conditioning systems were restricted due to concerns about virus spread, leading to additional discomfort and reduced performance for athletes.

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To tackle this challenge, Health Club Sportiv, a sports facility in Nieuwerkerk aan den IJssel, integrated ASPRA air purifiers and INduct filtration systems. Mobile ASPRA units were strategically placed near athletes for rapid air purification, while ASPRA INduct systems were connected to air-conditioning units, ensuring safe air recirculation. This resulted in over 60% aerosol reduction, allowing safe use of air conditioning and significantly improving indoor air quality, making it a crucial solution for safe training during the COVID-19 pandemic.

About the Project

Enclosed sports facilities experience significant air quality challenges, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, due to increased aerosol emissions from intense physical activity. These conditions can lead to higher infection risks, discomfort, and reduced performance. The problem intensified as recirculating air conditioning systems were restricted, leaving sports facilities without proper cooling, further compromising comfort and air quality.

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To create a safe and healthy indoor sports environment amid the pandemic, Health Club Sportiv deployed ASPRA air purification systems. Mobile ASPRA air purifiers were placed strategically to capture contaminants near athletes before they could spread. ASPRA INduct systems were integrated with the air conditioning system to allow for the safe recirculation of purified air. These solutions effectively removed viruses, bacteria, and fine dust particles, allowing athletes to train in a comfortable, well-ventilated environment while significantly reducing airborne infection risks.

Client

Health Club Sportiv

Sector

Sport

Location

Nieuwerkerk aan den IJssel, The Netherlands

Product

ASPRA INduct & Mobile Air Purifiers

Summary

1. Problem

During the COVID-19 pandemic, airborne aerosols in Health Club Sportiv increased infection risks, discomfort, and prevented safe air conditioning use.

2. Solution

Implemented ASPRA INduct & Mobile air purifiers for rapid purification and safe air recirculation.

3. Result

Over 60% aerosol reduction, safe air conditioning use, and improved indoor comfort, ensuring a safe and healthy training environment.

Highlights

Reduced aerosol concentrations by over 60%, even at full facility capacity.

Enabled safe use of air conditioning by purifying 99.97% of recirculated air.

Improved athlete performance and comfort through cleaner air.

Minimized odor and sweat-related discomfort in enclosed sports spaces.

“With ASPRA air purification, we’ve created a safer, cleaner environment where athletes can train comfortably without worrying about air quality risks—even during COVID-19.”

Detailed Approach

Problem Description

During sports activities, metabolism and breathing rates increase, leading to higher aerosol emissions. In enclosed sports facilities like Health Club Sportiv, this can result in an elevated risk of airborne infections (e.g., SARS-CoV-2), discomfort due to reduced air quality, and persistent odors. During the COVID-19 pandemic, air conditioning systems were restricted due to concerns over virus recirculation, worsening indoor conditions.

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Athletes experienced reduced performance, and facility managers struggled to maintain safe and comfortable environments. Traditional ventilation alone was insufficient to control air quality, making an advanced purification solution necessary.

The Solution

To address these issues, Health Club Sportiv implemented ASPRA air purification systems throughout its facility as a pandemic-safe solution. Mobile ASPRA air purifiers were positioned near athletes, capturing airborne contaminants before they could spread throughout the space.

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Additionally, ASPRA INduct systems were connected to the air conditioning units, ensuring safe air recirculation while removing viruses, bacteria, fungi, and fine dust particles. This advanced filtration system allowed the safe use of cooling systems, ensuring a comfortable and well-ventilated training environment, even during pandemic restrictions.

The Result

The deployment of ASPRA air purification solutions led to an immediate improvement in air quality at Health Club Sportiv. Aerosol concentrations were reduced by over 60%, even when the facility was operating at full capacity. The ability to safely use air conditioning provided a more comfortable indoor environment, enhancing athlete performance and visitor experience.

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By eliminating airborne pathogens and odors, ASPRA technology helped create a healthier and more enjoyable atmosphere in the facility. Facility managers reported increased satisfaction among athletes and visitors, demonstrating the effectiveness of ASPRA air purification in high-activity environments during the pandemic.

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