VENTILATION NATION

Your medicine is only as safe as the environment where it’s made.

In this episode of Ventilation Nation, host Stephanie Gruhn interviews Larry Zanko, National VP of Integra’s Controlled Environment Services, for a clear breakdown of how cleanrooms and controlled environments support safe, compliant pharmaceutical manufacturing. Larry explains why cleanroom testing—like HEPA filter leak testing, airflow verification, and 0.1-micron particle counting—is essential for GMP compliance and product safety.

He also shares how Integra’s CE team supports pharmaceutical and healthcare facilities nationwide, including critical COVID-vaccine production cleanrooms. If you want to understand how cleanrooms stay clean—and why controlled environment certification matters—this episode delivers expert insights you can trust.

In this powerful episode of Ventilation Nation, an Integra podcast, Ralph Jones shares a deeply personal story that underscores why the work we do particularly in healthcare environments is so critical. He discusses how the testing and systems we manage help ensure the safety and well-being of patients, and how the integrity of our work can literally be a matter of life or death. Ralph’s moving perspective is a reminder of our greater purpose—and why delivering safe, healthy environments is at the heart of everything we do.

In this episode of Ventilation Nation, an Integra podcast, we sit down with Rees Yadon, a 4th-generation commissioning agent, for a deep dive into the critical role he plays in system performance. Rees shares what a day in his life looks like, why his job is so essential, and the value he adds to every project. Plus, he reveals the details of one of the most fascinating projects he’s worked on—trust us, you won’t want to miss it!

In this episode of Ventilation Nation, an Integra podcast, Rory McCarthy, a TAB (Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing) technician, shares a glimpse into his day-to-day work. From how he got into the field to why he loves what he does, Rory talks about the challenges and rewards of keeping systems in balance while staying ahead of a fast-evolving industry.

In this episode of Ventilation Nation, an Integra podcast, we’re cracking open the science and safety behind Fume Hood Testing — what it is, how it started, and why it’s critical for protecting lab personnel. Joining us is John Prepotente, a veteran in the field, who walks us through the history of testing standards, when certification is required, and what operators can do to prepare for a successful test.

If you’ve ever stepped into a lab and wondered how safety is engineered into every breath — this episode has the answers. 

In this episode of Ventilation Nation, an Integra podcast, we’re peeling back the layers on Building Enclosure Testing (BET) — what it is, why it matters, and how it’s transforming the way we think about building performance and efficiency. Guiding us through this journey is none other than Phil Emory, a pioneer in the field with over 40 years of experience.

If you’ve ever wondered what keeps a building truly airtight — and why that matters — this is the episode for you.

In this episode of Ventilation Nation, an Integra podcast, learn from seasoned operations manager, Kami Valentine, how proper integration of TAB and commissioning can save time, improve project coordination, and deliver superior building performance while avoiding potential conflicts of interest.

Whether you’re in facilities management, construction, or building operations, this episode provides valuable insights into creating more efficient building systems through smart service integration.

In this episode of Ventilation Nation, an Integra podcast, sit down with Jeff Harding, a commissioning manager with Neudorfer Engineers (an Integra company). With 19 years of industry experience, Jeff shares valuable insights about building commissioning – what it is, why it’s crucial, and where the industry is headed.

In this Ventilation Nation pilot episode, get a history lesson on the TAB industry from Integra’s very own, Bill Neudorfer, whose family has been in the TAB business since its early beginnings.