LG Electronics Launches 'Ventilation PLUS' for AI-Powered Air Quality Management

AI Air Quality Sensor Applied to New Product
Ventilation Modes Tailored to Air Conditions
Enhanced Purification Performance and Energy Efficiency

LG Electronics is launching a home ventilation system, 'LG Premium Ventilation PLUS,' which detects indoor pollutants using artificial intelligence (AI) and provides customized ventilation.

On November 18, LG Electronics announced that the new product features an 'AI Air Quality Sensor' that detects changes in air quality in real time. This sensor utilizes AI-trained data on various pollutants, such as formaldehyde-a cause of sick building syndrome-and volatile organic compounds produced during cooking, to precisely analyze indoor air quality. When pollution is detected, the ventilation system automatically activates or increases airflow to quickly improve air quality.

The ventilation system purifies outdoor air before bringing it inside and expels polluted indoor air outside. It is especially useful in weather conditions that make it difficult to open windows or in highly airtight residential spaces.

Customers can choose from various ventilation modes depending on the indoor and outdoor air conditions. When outdoor air is pleasant, the 'Natural Breeze Ventilation' mode uses outside air, while the 'Indoor Circulation' mode purifies only the indoor air, allowing for efficient air quality management tailored to the situation.

LG Electronics' home ventilation system 'LG Premium Ventilation PLUS'. LG Electronics.

The purification performance has also been significantly enhanced. The filter features UV nano (ultraviolet nanometer) sterilization technology, which inhibits the growth of bacteria and viruses such as Staphylococcus aureus and Klebsiella pneumoniae by 99.99%. The H14-grade HEPA filter removes more than 99.995% of ultrafine dust, and the filter specialized for exhaust gas eliminates harmful gases like nitrogen dioxide and sulfur dioxide, making it effective for homes near roads.

Energy efficiency has also been improved. The new product is equipped with a high-efficiency heat exchanger, which cools down hot incoming air in the summer and warms up cold air in the winter. According to tests based on KS standards, it recovers about 62-68% of cooling energy and about 75-82% of heating energy, helping to reduce heating and cooling costs.

Ceiling-mounted air inlet diffusers installed throughout the home automatically open and close depending on the pollution level in each space-such as the living room, kitchen, or study-providing targeted ventilation where needed. For example, if the pollution level rises in the kitchen, the diffusers in the living room and study close, while only the kitchen diffuser opens for focused ventilation. The air quality status is displayed at a glance through LED (light-emitting diode) colors: red (very poor), orange (poor), green (moderate), and blue (good).

Installation and maintenance convenience have also been considered. Compared to previous models, the new product is about 20% smaller, making it suitable for compact spaces, and the filter can be easily replaced with the push of a button.

For customers seeking to reduce the hassle of maintenance and ensure more thorough hygiene management, a subscription service is also available. Since dust and foreign substances can accumulate inside the ventilation system over long-term use, regular maintenance is essential. With the subscription, a care specialist visits every six months to provide services such as internal and external cleaning, UV sterilization, phytoncide deodorization, and filter replacement.

Bae Jeonghyeon, Executive Vice President and Head of the System Air Conditioner (SAC) Business Division at LG Electronics' Eco Solution (ES) Business Headquarters, said, "With this smart ventilation solution that ensures pleasant air throughout all four seasons, we will further enhance customers' health and quality of life."

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