In light of the March 2026 update to the DOSH Industry Code of Practice (ICOP) on Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) and the parallel requirements of the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act (EECA) 2024, ducting systems in Malaysia have moved from being simple air conduits to highly regulated medical and energy-grade assets.
At EKG M&E Sdn Bhd, we ensure that your mechanical ventilation systems are not just compliant, but optimized for the 2026 regulatory environment.
The updated ICOP enforces strict ceilings on biological and physical contaminants. To stay compliant, your ducting must support:
Bacterial Ceiling: Must remain below 500 cfu/m³.
Fresh Air Delivery: A mandatory minimum of 10 l/s per person of outdoor air.
Filtration Standards: Implementation of MERV-13 or MERV-14 filters as the baseline for urban office environments to mitigate PM2.5 and viral aerosols.
A major shift in the 2026 code is the focus on the cleanability of the air path. Traditional metal ducts often fail this audit due to internal "dead zones" and joints that harbor biofilm.
The Washable Path: Fabric ducting (Air Sox) has become a primary compliance tool because it is modular and 100% machine-launderable.
Antimicrobial Integrity: Compliant textiles now utilize fibers embedded with Silver-Ions, providing permanent resistance to mold and bacteria rather than relying on temporary surface coatings.
Under the EECA 2024, air leakage is now treated as a financial and regulatory penalty.
Airtightness Class 6 (ATC 6): All new duct installations must meet this rigorous seal standard to ensure cooled air reaches the occupant zone without escaping into ceiling voids.
Static Pressure Optimization: We utilize BIM Coordination to design aerodynamic duct layouts (long-radius elbows and smooth transitions). Reducing friction allows your Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) to run at lower speeds, directly lowering your monthly TNB electricity bill.
| Feature | Legacy Metal Ducting | 2026 Compliant (EKG Systems) |
| Leakage Standard | High / Unregulated | ATC 6 (<1% Loss) |
| Hygiene Access | Robotic (Partial) | Zippered / Washable (100%) |
| Microbial Defense | Passive / Supports Biofilm | Active (Silver-Ion Antimicrobial) |
| Weight Load | Heavy (Structural Stress) | Ultra-Lightweight |
| Energy Efficiency | Fixed Speed / High Friction | VFD-Optimized / Aerodynamic |
34 Years of Engineering Depth: We provide full Testing & Commissioning (T&C) reports, including Anemometer Airflow Traverse and Smoke Tests, which are prerequisites for your building’s IAQ certification.
BOMBA & SIRIM Compliance: All our 2026-grade textiles are Fire-Retardant (Class 0 / B1), ensuring that your health-focused upgrades never compromise fire safety.
Turnkey IAQ Audits: Based in Kuala Lumpur, we offer professional site audits to help your facility transition to the new 2026 standards seamlessly.
Is your facility ready for the DOSH 2026 audit? Contact EKG M&E Sdn Bhd today for a technical proposal that ensures your air is clean, your energy is saved, and your building is fully compliant.
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