Research Finds Mold In HVAC Systems A Problem Even In The Winter Months

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Wednesday January 16, 6:00 am Eastern Time

Press Release

SOURCE: BBJ Environmental Solutions, Inc

BBJ Environmental Solutions' Research Finds Mold In HVAC Systems A Problem

Even In The Winter Months

TAMPA, FL--(INTERNET WIRE)--Jan 16, 2002 -- BBJ Environmental Solutions

(OTCBB:BBJE - news) research has found that mold in air conditioning systems

can occur all year long, causing potential poor Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) and

related health problems even in the cooler, dryer months of the year; and

the failure to prevent or quickly resolve IAQ problems can increase the

potential for long-term and short-term health problems, such as asthma (the

number one cause of student absenteeism in school buildings); reduced

productivity of workers, staff, etc.; accelerated deterioration and reduced

efficiency of heating/cooling equipment; as well as potential liability

problems.

Bob Baker, CEO of BBJ Environmental Solutions stated, " We know that the

growth of bacteria and mold is very rapid when humidity is above 60% and it

is warm. Yet, it is also a generally accepted fact that growth of all

microorganisms, including mold, is much slower with cool dry conditions

typical in the winter months. Our research indicates otherwise. We have

found that there is considerable growth during the winter months, even in

the cooler northern climates. This is because the inside of the HVAC system

has a climate of it's own that is independent of either the outdoors or the

building the system serves. The introduction and removal of heat, humidity

and creation of rapid air movement through the system creates a microclimate

that can be quite different from the outside air conditions. This climate

system also changes from hour to hour, creating conditions within the air

handler and ducts that alternately promote microbial growth. When humidity

is low, which is typical during the colder, dryer months of the year, these

microbial colonies go into survival mode and emit tens of thousands of

spores, which can contain mycotoxins. These spores are then breathed into

the lungs, which can cause upper respiratory infections and trigger the

immune system to release histamines in humans. This could explain many of

the symptoms of stuffy sinuses and runny noses that cause misery during the

cooler winter months. "

" We are very excited about the results of this study. With proper

maintenance, these continuous mini climate changes will not lead to

excessive microbial growth. This research provides valuable information to

our distributors and their contractors in educating their customers on the

benefits of a year-long preventative maintenance program. As customers come

to recognize the many benefits of regular preventative maintenance, BBJ will

realize improved sales consistency even during the winter months, which is

already evident in our sales in these beginning winter months, " noted Jerry

Schinella, President of BBJ Environmental Solutions. " More and more

contractors are finding that in order to maintain an acceptable level of

indoor air quality (and possibly health) for their customers, they need to

include the prevention of microbial growth as part of their maintenance

offering. BBJ sells its products as a preventative maintenance solution to

reduce health risks by limiting biological contamination, resulting in

improved air quality and comfort, enhanced operating efficiency, extended

equipment life and increased energy savings, " added Mr. Schinella.

BBJ Environmental Solutions, Inc. develops, manufactures and markets

products that eliminate air contamination in heating, ventilating,

air-conditioning and refrigeration systems anywhere they are used (health

care facilities, office buildings, residential homes, schools, governmental

facilities, transportation vehicles, food plants, etc.). BBJ products are

distributed and sold through private label partners and HVAC wholesalers and

contractors across the U.S. All BBJ products are environmentally friendly,

easy to use and biodegradable; and are registered with the Environmental

Protection Agency, NSF International and/or the United States Patent Office.

To learn more on how you can improve the healthfulness of your environment,

safeguard yourself and your family from the hazards of indoor air pollution

and enjoy the benefits from reduced energy bills, please find additional

information at www.bbjenviro.com.

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BBJ Environmental Solutions, Inc. - 6802 Citicorp Blvd., Suite 500 - Tampa,

Florida 33619

Contact:

: J. Gordon

Company: BBJ Environmental Solutions

Title: VP- Corporate Administration

Voice: 800-889-2251

Fax: 813-623-4032

URL: http://www.bbjenviro.com