Odour Treatment
Common Sources of Odour Nuisance and How They Affect Us
Odour nuisance is a widespread issue in various environments, including:
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Public and Private Spaces: Washrooms, nursing homes, hotel rooms, and vehicles.
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Agriculture & Waste Management: Hydroponics, waste treatment, recycling plants, sewage treatment, and composting facilities.
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Industrial & Food Processing: Manufacturing plants and food production facilities.
What Causes Bad Odours?
Odours occur when airborne molecules bind to receptors in the nose. Humans are naturally sensitive to certain unpleasant smells, often linked to spoiled food, stagnant water, waste, and industrial emissions.
Common Unpleasant Odours
Offensive odours typically result from a complex mix of chemical compounds. Some of the most common odours, as identified by McGinley and McGinley (2004), include:
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Sewage and Waste Odours
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Rotten Food and Off-Flavours
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Industrial and Chemical Smells​​​​​​​​​​​
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Understanding and controlling these odours is crucial for maintaining pleasant and healthy environment
How Ozone Neutralizes Odours and Improves Air Quality
Ozone is a highly reactive and oxidizing gas that effectively eliminates odours by breaking down odorous compounds. It reacts with sulphur-based compounds, amines, and double carbon bonds, transforming them into less odorous substances.
How Ozone Removes Odours:
✔ Breaks Down Odour Molecules – Ozone alters the chemical structure of smelly compounds, preventing them from triggering odour receptors in the nose.
✔ Neutralizes Unpleasant Smells – Once transformed, these chemicals no longer fit into the nose’s receptors, significantly reducing odour intensity.
✔ Acts as an Odour Masking Agent – At low concentrations, ozone can temporarily block nasal receptors, creating the perception of a fresher, cleaner environment.
Benefits of Ozone for Air Purification
✅ Eliminates strong, persistent odours from organic and industrial sources
✅ Enhances indoor air quality in homes, businesses, and vehicles
✅ Leaves behind a fresh, clean-smelling atmosphere
Ozone is a powerful tool for odour control, air purification, and improving indoor environments naturally and effectively.