Mushroom Cultivation: The Necessity of Air Filtering
Since ancient times, people have enjoyed collecting mushrooms from nature. Modern mycologists study molds, yeasts, and other fungi to determine which ones are edible, poisonous, or valuable. As a result, farm-grown mushrooms are now common and affordable in the markets. These edible mushrooms are usually grown indoors so the growing conditions can be controlled.
However, growing mushrooms indoors has a potential risk: Having unhealthy indoor air quality.
Until now, there are about 150,000 kinds of fungus have been identified and a small part of them are edible and suitable for growing or for medical use.
With the increasing demand for edible mushrooms, the mushroom cultivation business is rising and developing rapidly. Many companies or individual growers build closed environments to adjust temperature, humidity, and light to increase production. However, even with strictly controlled conditions, smoke and particles are spread into the environment, this can affect the quality of the product and even pose a health hazard to the grower unless air filters are used.
The Importance of Air Quality
A clean and not polluted air environment is crucial when growing mushrooms.
Young fungi are vulnerable and get sick or infected easily, a sterile environment is needed to protect these fragile specimens from contamination. What's more important is that the air can not have harmful substances so the growers' health is ensured.
Mushrooms release spores and volatile organic compounds as they grow, when these substances accumulate in a closed environment, it is dangerous to health. The spores could cause disease, especially for growers with long-term occupational exposure. With long-term exposure to these pollutants, growers may develop respiratory problems such as allergic reactions and asthma. Overall, growing mushrooms indoors has many advantages while air quality is a challenge that cannot be ignored. Through effective air filtration systems and environmental controls, growers can maintain efficient production and ensure their health is not compromised.
Laminar Flow Hood is an effective equipment for creating a sterile environment that can protect fragile fungi from unwanted contaminants and also protect growers' health. Replacing filters regularly, keeping the inside of the laminar flow hood clean and sterilized, and paying attention to the tidiness of the overall environment are the key factors in reducing the risk of contamination. By doing these, we can grow healthy and high-quality mushrooms indoors and also ensure the safety and health of growers and consumers.
Solutions
By using the Stand Type FFU (laminar flow hood), the HEPA-filtered air can create a clean and controlled environment to reduce the risk of contamination. The Stand Type FFU is equipped with a HEPA filter to capture the smallest particles that pass through and enter the growers' breathing space. The filter has the highest capacity to capture harmful dust, smoke, and bacteria found in grow rooms and laboratories where mushrooms are grown.
The Advantages of Using ACDT's Laminar Flow Hood in Mushroom Growing Process
- Reduced Contamination Risk: The H14 HEPA-filtered air significantly minimizes the risk of airborne contaminants spoiling the spawn and improves the success rate, your mushrooms have a higher chance of thriving and producing a healthy yield.
- Stable Design: The surrounding sides are flat, this design can make sure the device can be put on almost any kind of surface and does not wobble or tilt.
- Enhanced Sealing: Using a special gasket and a specific fixing method to prevent possible air leakage from where the housing and filter meet, ensuring the best filtration performance.
- Customized Sizes: Not only can be used in traditional and professional lab settings, ACDT's laminar flow hoods can be accessible for home growers, our device has various sizes and can be customized according to your requirements.
ACDT's laminar flow hood is an investment for you to succeed, our equipment can help you grow high-quality and productive mushrooms, reduce frustration, and level up your growing experience. Many clients benefit from ACDT's laminar flow hoods and our industrial-level air purification products.
We also provide other laminar flow equipment that can fulfill your needs in mushroom cultivation, feel free to check our products or contact us for more information.
