KUALA LUMPUR: Widad Group Bhd has entered into an agreement with IAQ Solutions Sdn Bhd (ISSB) to collaborate in indoor air quality solutions for the prevention and control of airborne diseases.
Widad group managing director Datuk Mohd Rizal Mohd Jaafar said as concerns about indoor air quality has become more intense due to the coronavirus outbreak, the group has identified that indoor air quality will become an important component in facilities management.
"By working with ISSB to provide ventilation systems and filtration, we can help facilities such as hospitals, offices, retail and schools to mitigate the spread of disease by minimizing infection," he said in a statement today.
ISSB, a wholly-owned subsidiary of IAQ International Sdn Bhd, is involved in the business of designing, supplying and installing clean room products and applications and the provision of related services.
In May 2020, Widad had also announced the incorporation of building disinfection services into the portfolio of its integrated facilities management segment.
"With the latest collaboration, Widad Group's end-to-end and one-stop facilities management offerings will become even more comprehensive and relevant to the current needs.
"The enhancements made to Widad Group's facilities management offerings are also expected to potentially expand our income streams and customer base," Mohd Rizal added.
ISSB director Tiew Soon Aik said the company has the technology that can filter out pathogens and impurities from the air.
"For example, high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters have been proven to be efficient at capturing respiratory droplets which contain influenza or Covid-19 virus particles as long as it is done properly.
"On that note, we look forward to working with Widad Group to apply our expertise in this area as well as exchange knowledge to bring new dimensions to our respective businesses and clients," he said.
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