Self-cleaning mucous membranes
The self-cleaning function at different relative humidity levels
Benefits
A relative humidity of 40 to 60% supports the human immune system and protects the respiratory tract from infections.
Less Absenteeism
Employees are less likely to become infected and remain healthy.
Increased Productivity
Higher performance and fewer absences reduce costs.
Employer of Choice
Workplace health promotion makes employers attractive.
Strengthening the Immune System Through Humidification
Viruses
Viruses are inhaled and stick to the gel layer.
Gel layer
As long as the cilia are able to move freely, the gel layer transports the viruses towards the larynx, where they are swallowed or coughed up.
Saline layer and cilia
The cilia can move freely in the thin sol layer.
Restricted self-cleaning
As humidity decreases, water is extracted from the saline layer, the cilia are pressed down and lose their mobility. Mucus flow is restricted and viruses penetrate.
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