SquairTech provides metal‑organic framework (MOF) sorbents that can be integrated into existing HVAC and industrial process equipment to actively manage humidity and capture pollutants such as formaldehyde and NOx at room temperature. The MOFs reduce the energy load of dehumidification and filtration systems while helping customers meet stricter air‑quality regulations.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
HVAC and industrial process systems often waste large amounts of energy on humidity control and rely on inefficient, short-lived methods to remove airborne pollutants, leading to higher operating costs and difficulty meeting tightening air quality regulations.
Solution
SquairTech supplies metal‑organic framework (MOF) materials that actively regulate moisture levels and capture harmful gases such as formaldehyde and NOx. The porous MOFs are engineered to be integrated directly into existing ventilation, HVAC, and process equipment, enabling continuous humidity management and pollutant removal without the need for additional hardware. By maintaining optimal humidity and reducing contaminant concentrations, the MOFs lower the load on heating, cooling, and filtration subsystems, which translates into measurable energy savings. The technology works at ambient temperature, eliminating the energy penalty of traditional catalytic or adsorptive solutions, and helps customers comply with increasingly strict air‑quality standards across residential, commercial, and industrial environments.
Target Audience
Primary customers are building managers, HVAC manufacturers, and industrial process engineers who need energy‑efficient humidity control and compliant pollutant mitigation for residential, commercial, and heavy‑industry facilities.
Features
- High‑surface‑area MOF sorbents (e.g., ST‑Sorb26) that selectively adsorb water vapor, providing precise moisture control and reducing dehumidification energy demand
- MOF formulations (e.g., ST‑Cata26) that capture and neutralize formaldehyde at room temperature, improving indoor air safety
- First room‑temperature MOF catalyst for NOx reduction, enabling low‑energy nitrogen oxide mitigation in industrial exhaust streams
- Compatibility with standard HVAC and process equipment, allowing retrofitting without major system redesign
- Reversible adsorption cycles that extend material lifespan and minimize replacement frequency
- Scalable production of MOF powders and coated media for use in ducts, filters, and heat exchangers