subject: Benefits Of Air Purification Systems [print this page] Home air purification systems can greatly improve the quality of life. These systems will remove cigarette smoke, mold, pet dander, dust, bacteria, viruses and other allergens and pollutants from the air inside the home or office. Dust mite feces, pollen and volatile organic compounds (VOC) can trigger allergies and be a risk to health. Studies have found that poor air quality is a contributing factor to respiratory illnesses and some kinds of cancer. Air purifiers also reduce the frequency a room needs to be cleaned.
The 3M Filtrete Ultra Clean Air Purifier is a powerful, high tech air purifier that will keep a room fresh-smelling and free of all the pollutants including bacteria and viruses. It has a three speed setting for the fan so the air circulation in the room can be controlled. A filter change indicator informs when the filter needs to be changed.
The Health-Air Deluxe Air Purifier/HA-500 is a FDA regulatory Class II Medical Device that is used for medical purposes. It is the most advanced air purification system in the world for controlling microorganisms. The filtration system is more effective than High Efficiency Particle Arrestor (HEPA) filtration. It uses a high-energy field to break the DNA of bacteria, fungi, viruses and mold to kill them, not just trap them. The Environmental Protection Agency, American Medical Association, the American Lung Association and the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology recognize it as one of the best air purifiers.
The Honeywell UC100 Ultraviolet Air Treatment System attaches to a forced air-cooling or heating system and kills airborne or surface microorganisms in the air such as bacteria and mold. It has a patented SmartLamp technology that monitors the Heating, Ventilating and Air-Conditioning (HVAC) system so the lamp operates only when needed. This lengthens the bulb life and saves electricity. This air treatment system meets the American Lung Association and Health House guidelines. The UV lamp does not produce ozone. It is important to check home air purification systems to determine how much ozone they produce. If they produce large amounts, it defeats the purpose of the machine.
The Guardian Air PHI CELL by RGF Advanced Oxidation System is specifically designed to prevent sick building syndrome. It reduces odors, air pollutants and illness causing germs through a patent pending process of Photohydroionization (PHI). Germicidal UV light is an effective way to reduce airborne microorganisms. It has been used in the medical profession for decades and is easy to install in HVAC ducts or a plenum. The Guardian Air PHI CELL by RGF Advanced Oxidation System is effective on gases, odors, VOC's and vapors and combined with UV light it creates the Advanced Oxidation reaction. Most odors and gases are abated and microorganisms are reduced by up to 90%.
Home Air purification systems can be of great benefit to the health of a family if they are the right type. They should have HEPA filtration, produce very little or no ozone and either circulate the air or work in conjunction with HVAC systems that circulate the air. There are many products that maintain clean air while lowering energy usage and home maintenance. Indoor plants look good and add to the decor, but there is no evidence that they remove significant amounts of pollutants in homes and offices. Good air purifiers do remove 99.99% of health hazards indoors.
