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Improve Air Quality with Cisco Meraki MT15 Vape Sensor

Written by Redway Networks | Mar 19, 2025 3:15:14 PM

Vaping in UK secondary schools is a growing concern, and maintaining healthy indoor air quality has never been more important. The Meraki MT15 IoT sensor monitors CO2 levels and multiple environmental metrics to create a safer, healthier environment for students, staff, and employees. By integrating with the Meraki cloud-managed ecosystem, the MT15 reduces vaping, tracks air quality, and monitors critical environmental conditions in real time.

Overview of the Meraki MT15 IoT Sensor

The Meraki MT15 is designed for continuous monitoring of CO2 levels, temperature, humidity, particulate matter (PM2.5), TVOC (total volatile organic compounds), and ambient noise. This multi-sensor approach provides a complete view of indoor air quality, enabling proactive interventions and better management of your environment.

Its versatility makes it suitable for:

  • Schools and classrooms – ensuring optimal air quality for students

  • Offices and meeting rooms – improving employee productivity and comfort

  • Healthcare and sensitive facilities – maintaining safe and monitored indoor conditions

Key Features of the Meraki MT15

  • Multi-metric monitoring: Tracks CO2, PM2.5 (vape particles), TVOC, temperature, humidity, and noise

  • Real-time data and alerts: Configurable notifications for threshold violations

  • LED indicator ring: Visual feedback on air quality status

  • Flexible power options: USB-C, PoE, and battery backup

  • Tamper-resistant design: Ideal for schools and sensitive environments

Benefits of Using Meraki MT15 for Air Quality Monitoring

1. Maintain Healthy Environments

By continuously monitoring air quality metrics, the MT15 helps:

  • Reduce CO2 build-up

  • Minimise vaping in school premises

  • Improve focus and performance in classrooms

  • Promote employee well-being in office spaces

2. Enhance Operational Efficiency

The MT15 transmits real-time data to Meraki gateways every 20 minutes or immediately when thresholds are exceeded. Alerts allow organisations to:

  • Take immediate corrective action

  • Reduce unnecessary site visits

  • Minimise equipment failures

  • Save time and resources

3. Centralised Monitoring and Management

Through the Meraki dashboard, administrators can:

  • Access real-time environmental data from multiple sensors

  • Monitor and manage devices from a single interface

  • Configure alerts via SMS or email

  • Integrate seamlessly with other Meraki devices for unified operations

Integration with the Meraki Ecosystem

The MT15 uses Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) to connect to Meraki gateways, including MR access points and MV cameras. This ensures:

  • Reliable wireless communication

  • Efficient data transmission to the cloud

  • Centralised management for both environmental and network monitoring

Flexible installation options allow mounting on walls or ceilings, with PoE or USB-C power options and battery backup to ensure continuous operation.

 

Technical Specifications

  • CO2 range: 400 ppm – 5,000 ppm

  • TVOC: 1 – 2,000 µg/m³

  • PM2.5: 0 – 1,000 µg/m³

  • Temperature: 0°C – 55°C, ±0.5°C accuracy

  • Humidity: 0 – 95% RH, ±3% RH accuracy

  • Dimensions: 115mm x 125mm x 33.5mm

  • Weight: 216 grams

Continuous data sampling ensures accurate real-time monitoring, enabling timely corrective actions to maintain a safe and healthy environment.

Use Cases for Schools and Offices

Schools

  • Track CO2 levels and improve classroom air quality

  • Detect and reduce vaping activity

  • Create healthier, more productive learning spaces

  • Ensure optimal environmental conditions for student performance

Offices

  • Monitor indoor air quality to improve employee comfort and productivity

  • Prevent CO2 build-up in meeting rooms and high-density areas

  • Provide real-time data for proactive management

FAQs: Meraki MT15

Q: What metrics does the MT15 monitor?
A: CO2, TVOC, PM2.5, temperature, humidity, and ambient noise.

Q: How does it enhance operational efficiency?
A: By sending real-time alerts and reducing unnecessary site visits.

Q: Can it be integrated with the Meraki dashboard?
A: Yes, you can monitor and manage multiple MT15 sensors alongside other Meraki devices.

Q: Which gateway devices are compatible?
A: Meraki MR access points or MV cameras.

Q: Where is the MT15 particularly effective?
A: Schools, offices, and sensitive environments require reliable air quality monitoring.

 

Why Choose Meraki MT15?

The Cisco Meraki MT15 IoT sensor provides a complete, real-time solution for monitoring indoor air quality. Its integration with the Meraki ecosystem simplifies management, promotes healthy and safe environments, and ensures operational efficiency across schools and offices.

For more information on improving air quality with Meraki MT15,

contact us  or call our expert team on 01908 046400.