Celebrating the recognition & momentum of AQDV this year

Everyone here at ARM Environments is incredibly grateful for the wave of industry visibility our Air Quality Determined Ventilation (AQDV) innovation has received over the past several months. Seeing this technology championed by the UK’s leading building services institutions validates our mission to make "intelligent air" the new standard, and we couldn't be happier to see it gaining traction.

A Year of High-Profile Recognition

Since its debut, AQDV has been featured by the most respected voices in the sector, highlighting its potential to transform indoor environmental quality (IEQ):

ASHRAE UK (Sept 2023)
Modern Building Services (Oct 2023)
CIBSE Journal (2023)
The BESA Book (2024)

This momentum comes on the heels of another proud moment for our team: our MaintainAway system—which allows for remote digital monitoring of HVAC systems via advanced sensor dashboards—recently won the ASHRAE Technology Award 2023 in the Smart Buildings category.

From Recognition to Reality: The Impact of AQDV

While the accolades are rewarding, the true value of AQDV lies in its physical application. As we move closer to large-scale production, this system will provide building operators with a turnkey solution to:

Automate Compliance: Meeting legislative requirements through verifiable, real-time data.
Bridge the Performance Gap: Ensuring buildings actually perform as efficiently in the real world as they do on a blueprint.
Prioritize Occupant Wellness: Creating environments that automatically respond to pollution spikes to protect human health.

We are deeply thankful to the editors and engineers at BESA, CIBSE, and ASHRAE for their support. This visibility is not just a win for us—it’s a win for a more sustainable, healthier built environment.

FAQ

What is AQDV?

Air Quality Determined Ventilation (AQDV) is an intelligent HVAC control innovation that modulates ventilation rates based on real-time indoor and outdoor air quality data.

How does AQDV differ from MaintainAway?

While AQDV focuses on the active control of ventilation for air quality and energy savings, MaintainAway is a multi-award-winning smart building platform designed for the remote digital monitoring and maintenance of HVAC systems.

Has AQDV been featured in the CIBSE Journal?

Yes, AQDV has been recognized in the CIBSE Journal, Modern Building Services, and the BESA Book as a leading innovation in the UK building services sector.

How does MaintainAway make building maintenance easier?

MaintainAway utilizes an array of advanced sensors to track parameters like pressure drops, temperature, and fan speeds. By providing a 24/7 digital view of the system, it allows for "predictive maintenance"—identifying a failing component or a blocked filter before it causes a system breakdown or air quality dip.