On May 23, 2025, the ASHRAE Pakistan Chapter hosted a high-impact technical session in Karachi titled “Innovations in Hygienic HVAC Design.” The session was led by Mr. Ali Can GÖNCÜ, Technical Director at GONAIR, a globally recognized expert with over two decades of international experience in HVAC solutions for healthcare and cleanroom environments.

Mr. Ali Can GÖNCÜ

CTechnical Director | GONAIR - Turkey

Mr. Ali Can GÖNCÜ has over 20 years of international expertise in HVAC solutions tailored for healthcare and cleanroom environments. Renowned for his innovative approach and deep technical knowledge, Mr. GÖNCÜ has been instrumental in advancing hygienic HVAC design practices globally, making him a sought-after expert for industry-leading projects and educational sessions.

The session explored specialized HVAC strategies for health-sensitive environments such as hospitals, pharmaceutical manufacturing units, and cleanrooms. Core topics included infection prevention through airflow design, advanced high-efficiency filtration, and laminar flow and zoning techniques. The event bridged the gap between international standards and local implementation challenges, making it highly relevant for HVAC professionals, facility designers, consultants, and academics.

Main Themes and Key Ideas

The technical session focused on the increasing need for hygienic HVAC designs that ensure air purity and contamination control. Mr. Göncü provided deep insights into:

• Infection Prevention Through Airflow Design
  Emphasis on controlling the direction and pattern of airflow to reduce airborne transmission of pathogens.
  Highlighted how airflow design actively contributes to infection control in healthcare and laboratory environments.
• High-Efficiency Filtration Systems
  Discussed filtration technologies such as HEPA (High-Efficiency Particulate Air) and ULPA (Ultra-Low Penetration Air) filters.
  These systems are critical for maintaining sterile environments by removing airborne contaminants as small as 0.1 microns.
• Laminar Flow and Zoning Techniques
  Explained unidirectional airflow (laminar flow) as a method for maintaining clean zones.
  Covered zoning strategies to separate spaces based on contamination control requirements.

A Collaboration for Safer, Smarter environment

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3. Most Important Facts and Insights

• Distinguished Speaker:
  Mr. Ali Can GÖNCÜ is a globally respected HVAC specialist with over 20 years of experience, particularly in healthcare, pharmaceutical, and cleanroom environments.
• Diverse Audience:
  Attendees included HVAC engineers, consultants, academics, pharmaceutical designers, and professionals from healthcare infrastructure sectors, underscoring the broad relevance of the topic.
• Bridging Standards and Applications:
  The event successfully connected global best practices with local engineering realities, addressing unique challenges faced in Pakistan.
• Interactive Q&A Session:
  Local professionals presented real-world case studies and asked application-oriented questions. Discussions focused on aligning global standards with regional practices and constraints.
• Tangible Takeaways for Attendees:
  • Enhanced understanding of hygienic HVAC design principles.
  • Practical knowledge about infection control through engineered airflows.
  • Increased awareness of advanced air filtration technologies and space zoning techniques.

5. Impact and Future Activities:

The session had a strong positive impact on the attendees by raising awareness and competence in hygienic HVAC design, particularly in critical sectors such as hospitals, pharma, and biotech facilities. It also served as a networking opportunity for professionals, encouraging potential collaborations and cross-sector knowledge sharing.

The ASHRAE Pakistan Chapter is committed to continuing such educational initiatives and plans to organize more technical sessions and professional trainings on niche HVAC topics aligned with global trends and local needs.

Conclusion

The “Innovations in Hygienic HVAC Design” technical session was a timely and insightful event that addressed the growing demand for safe, contamination-free indoor environments in Pakistan. With expert input from Mr. Ali Can GÖNCÜ and active engagement from the audience, the session delivered valuable, actionable insights for industry professionals. It stands as a testament to ASHRAE Pakistan Chapter’s commitment to advancing HVAC knowledge and fostering excellence in engineering practices aligned with global standards.

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