Amaircare Portable HEPA Air Purifiers Reduce Allergy & Asthma Triggers
Information About Amaircare HEPA Air Filtration
"The most undervalued area of asthma therapy is environmental control. When simple steps
are taken to eliminate the common irritants and allergens that trigger asthma from the environment,
dramatic improvement is a very distinct possibility... HEPA air cleaners remove airborne dust
particles."
Prevention Magazine, 1990 - "Rid Your Home of Asthma Bugs"
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Why Choose the Amaircare HEPA Purification System?
Three Stage Filtration Process: Ensures removal of large and sub-micron particles, plus harmful vapors, gases
and volatile organic compounds (VOC's).
Large particles and V.O.C.'s: 3/16" thick activated carbon 150% impregnated, non-woven, fire retardant,
polyester filter media. Removes dust, lint, carpet fiber, etc. (Filter life - 3 to 6 months)
Stage 2:
Sub-micron particles: 50 square feet of HEPA - 3000 grade borosilicate filter media removes 99.97% of
particles 0.3 microns and larger. Ends are sealed in food-grade plastisol. Remove dust mites, lint & animal dander. (Filter life - 2 to 5 years)
Stage 3:
Activated Charcoal Filter: 1/2" thick activated carbon 200% impregnated non-woven, polyester filter media.
Removes asthma triggers such as dangerous household chemical gases from cleaners, paints, solvents, carpets, furniture and other
materials containing chemical substances. (Filter life - 6 to 12 months)
Also Available: OPTIONAL ACTIVATED CHARCOAL CANISTER - As V.O.C Removal depends primarily on the amount of
carbon in the filter, optional V.O.C. Canisters offer the greatest V.O.C. removal effectiveness.
Low Operating Costs: German-crafted motors are up to four times more efficient than competitive models.
Rolled Steel Construction: Rugged, contemporary styling offers greater durability and filter protection than
'plastic' models. Metal cabinets are non-toxin emitting.
Inner Air Seals: Top and bottom seals to ensure complete filtration and prevent leakage and contamination of purified air.
Highly Efficient Motor/Fan Designed for Continuous Operation: Run tested for 50,000 hours. Thermally protected Class "B"
insulated motor.
Optimized Air Flow: To maximize efficiency, cleaned air is vented downward to stir up settled particles, forcing them in
an upward circulation pattern. The particles are drawn back into the intake areas of air filters for removal.
Easy-to-Change Filters: Easily removable tops for quick filter changes.
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Amaircare Model 2500 HEPA Air Filtration System
The compact Amaircare Model 2500 HEPA air cleaner reduces allergens in the master bedroom,
family room or medium sized office. Increases comfort for those with asthma and allergies.
To improve sleep and wake up feeling more refreshed, choose the Amaircare 2500 HEPA air filter system.
Increase energy and productivity at the office by using an Amaircare 2500 HEPA unit to make the air you
breath cleaner and healthier. Remove dust and pollen.
All Amaircare HEPA Filtration Systems are U.L. and C.S.A. Approved
Amaircare Model 2500 HEPA Filter Specifications:
- 5 Year Warranty!
- Available in Black or White
- Dimensions: 13.5" H x 16" W
- Weight: 15 pounds (Shipping weight - 19 lbs.)
- 24 gauge cold rolled steel: Powder coated baked enamel finish
- Variable speed operation: - 50 to 175 cfm air flow
- Power Consumption: 41 to 84 watts (120V, 60Hz) (230V, 50/60 Hz also available)
- Coverage area: 300 to 650 sq. ft. (Based on 2-4 air exchanges per hour.)
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Part Number
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Product Description
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Price
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| ES-AC-2500-B | Amaircare 2500 HEPA Air Purifier- Black
Currently In Stock (5/18/2008)
| US$395.95 | | ES-AC-2500-W | Amaircare 2500 HEPA Air Filter, White
Currently In Stock (5/18/2008)
| US$394.95 |
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Amaircare 2500 Air Filter Replacements:
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| ES-AFK-12011 | Annual 8 Inch Filter Kit for Amaircare 2500 & 2550
Currently In Stock (5/18/2008)
| US$96.75 | | ES-HF-12206 | HEPA 8 in. Cartridge for Amaircare 2500 and 2550
Currently In Stock (5/18/2008)
| US$98.95 | | ES-ACC-95012-5 | VOC Canister Filter, All Carbon, 8 Inch
Currently In Stock (5/18/2008)
| US$57.50 | | ES-ACC-95012-6 | Amaircare VOC Canister Filter Zeolite/Carbon, 8 In.
Currently In Stock (5/18/2008)
| US$57.50 |
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Amaircare Model 3000 HEPA Air Filtration System:
| HEPA Filter Is Twice As Large As the Amaircare 2500 |
The Amaircare 3000 has all the features of the Amaircare 2500. The 3000 is physically taller
and more powerful because as its HEPA filter twice is as large. More effective at reducing allergy and asthma triggers due to
more air exchanges per hour. Reduce dust, pollen or pet dander more quickly.
All Amaircare HEPA Filtration Systems are U.L. and C.S.A. Approved
Amaircare Model 3000 HEPA Filter Specifications:
- Available in black or white
- Casters for easy movement
- Dimensions: 23" H x 16" W
- Weight: 22 pounds (shipping weight: 27 pounds)
- 24 gauge cold rolled steel: Powder coated baked enamel finish
- Variable speed operations: 50 to 225 cfm air flow
- Power consumption: 41 to 84 watts (120 or 230V)
- Coverage area: 400-850 square feet
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Part Number
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Product Description
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Price
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| ES-AC-3000-120V-B | Amaircare 3000 HEPA Air Purifier, Black
Currently In Stock (5/18/2008)
| US$469.95 | | ES-AC-3000-120V-W | Amaircare 3000 HEPA Air Filter, White
Currently In Stock (5/18/2008)
| US$469.95 |
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Amaircare Model 3000 HEPA Air Filter Replacements
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| ES-AFK-15011 | Annual 16 in. Filter Kit for Large Amaircare Units
Currently In Stock (5/18/2008)
| US$119.95 | | ES-HF-15406 | HEPA 16 in. Cartridge for Amaircare 3000, 3050 and 4000
Currently In Stock (5/18/2008)
| US$159.95 | | ES-ACC-95015-5 | VOC Canister Filter All Carbon for 3000 & 4000
Currently In Stock (5/18/2008)
| US$113.95 | | ES-ACC-95015-6 | VOC Canister Zeolite/Carbon 16 In. For 3000 and 4000
Currently In Stock (5/18/2008)
| US$114.00 |
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Amaircare Model 4000 HEPA Air Filtration System:
Same HEPA Filter as Amaircare 3000 More Air Exchanges Due to Larger Motor |
MODEL 4000 NO LONGER AVAILABLE. REPLACEMENT HEPA AND FILTERS AVAILABLE BELOW.
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Part Number
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Product Description
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Price
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Amaircare Model 4000 HEPA Air Filter Replacements
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| ES-AFK-15011 | Annual 16 in. Filter Kit for Large Amaircare Units
Currently In Stock (5/18/2008)
| US$119.95 | | ES-HF-15406 | HEPA 16 in. Cartridge for Amaircare 3000, 3050 and 4000
Currently In Stock (5/18/2008)
| US$159.95 | | ES-ACC-95015-5 | VOC Canister Filter All Carbon for 3000 & 4000
Currently In Stock (5/18/2008)
| US$113.95 | | ES-ACC-95015-6 | VOC Canister Zeolite/Carbon 16 In. For 3000 and 4000
Currently In Stock (5/18/2008)
| US$114.00 |
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Clean Air Facts
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Did You Know?
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The quality of the air we breathe, both indoors and out, has a great impact on lung health. Fragile lung
tissue is easily damaged by pollutants in the air, resulting in increased risk
of asthma and allergies, chronic bronchitis, lung cancer and other respiratory
diseases.
Air pollution contributes to lung disease, including
respiratory tract infections, asthma, and lung cancer. Lung disease claims close
to 335,000 lives in America every year and is the third leading cause of death
in the United States. Over the last decade, the death rate for lung disease has
risen faster than for almost any other major disease.
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Poor indoor air quality can cause or contribute to the
development of chronic respiratory diseases such as asthma and hypersensitivity
pneumonitis. In addition, it can cause headaches, dry eyes, nasal congestion,
nausea and fatigue. People who already have respiratory diseases are at greater
risk.
Biological pollutants, including molds, bacteria,
viruses, pollen, dust mites, and animal dander promote poor indoor air quality
and may be a major cause of days lost from work and school. In office buildings,
heating, cooling, and ventilation systems are frequent sources of biological
substances that are inhaled, leading to breathing problems.
Is the Air in Your Home Making You Sick?
Air pollution can aggravate respiratory conditions, cause
bodily irritations, sickness and even disease.
The air inside the typical
home is up to 5 times more polluted than the air outside. That's because the
home is an enclosed environment full of potential sources of air pollution.
There are three main types:
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Particulates
(air pollutants that have mass) like dust, dander, pollen, and cigarette smoke.
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Volatile Organic Compounds (V.O.C.s)
which are gases from chemicals that are release into the air by various household
materials and liquids.
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Bio-Burden
is the amount of biological material in the air, living or dead. Dead material can
cause allergic reactions, living material can cause allergic reactions, some can cause disease.
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There are four main types of air filtration:
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Electrostatic filters attract particles to a statically charged filter or screen.
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Electronic Air Cleaners charge airborne particles to be captured by a series of metal plates.
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Ionizers
charge airborne particles causing them to adhere to nearby surfaces such as walls and floors.
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Media filters
"strain" suspended particles from the air. This media filter or air filter is a
HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate Air)
filter. This is what the Amaircare Roompure, 2500, 3000 and 4000 contain.
HEPA filtration is the most researched filtration method available in the world
today. It's documentation in a wide range of applications assures the user of
it's effectiveness
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What Is HEPA?
HEPA is a filtration standard created by the U.S. Atomic
Energy Commission. HEPA filter media is proven to be 99.97% efficient @ 0.3
microns. Due to their extremely high efficiency, HEPA filters have become widely
used in medical, electronic and industrial applications. HEPA filters are
composed of a various sized borosilicate fibers, which are pressed together to
form a netlike structure with openings large enough for air to pass through but
too small for most particulates.
What Sets Amaircare® HEPA Apart From the Competition?
Americair manufactures its own Amaircare® brand HEPA
filters. The filter media comes off a roll and is pleated for optimum surface
area. Filament is bonded to the filter to provide structural support and even
pleat spacing. After the pleating process, the filters are enclosed in
protective screens and cast in food-grade plastisol at both ends for a 100% air
seal. Each finished filter is tested for 99.97% efficiency, with a laser
particle counter.
Measuring in Microns
Airborne particulates are measured in microns. One micron
is equal to one-millionth of a meter, or 1/25000th of an inch.
To put things into perspective here are some daily items and their approximate micron sizes.
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Air Pollution:
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Air pollution can aggravate respiratory and heart
conditions, cause bodily irritations, sickness and even disease.
The air inside the typical home is up to 5 times more
polluted than the air outside. That’s because the home is an enclosed
environment full of potential sources of air pollution.
There are three main types of Air Pollution:
- Particulates (air pollutants that have mass):
like dust, dander, pollen, and cigarette smoke
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Volatile Organic Compounds (V.O.C.s):
which are gases from chemicals that are released into the air by various household materials and liquids.
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Bio-Burden:
is the amount of biological material in the air, living or dead. Dead material can cause allergic reactions,
living material can cause allergic reactions some can cause disease.
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Allergens:
An allergy is an abnormal reaction or increased
sensitivity to certain substances or "allergens." The allergic individual
produces symptoms when exposed to these substances which are harmless to
non-allergic people. Many people have few, if any, allergies. Others are so
incredibly allergic that merely taking an aspirin or getting stung by a bee can
trigger a potentially life-threatening allergic reaction.
Common indoor allergens:
- house dust
- mold
- feathers
- wool
- cosmetics
- dander or furry pets
- tobacco smoke
- aerosols
- fresh paint
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Allergens affect your immune system
When your immune system is exposed to allergens, it produces antibodies that attach themselves to
certain cells in your body. These cells are found in your respiratory and gastrointestinal tracts, in your skin,
and also in your blood. As part of the allergic reaction, these cells release
potent chemicals such as histamine. This produces many of the familiar allergic
symptoms seen in hay fever, for example -- runny eyes and nose, itching and
sneezing.
What can you do to prevent allergies?
You can't prevent allergies. About all you can do is to avoid symptoms by avoiding known allergens.
If you are allergic to common outdoor/indoor allergens
such as pollen, trees, dust, dander or grass there are also some simple steps
you can take to find relief:
- Keep your windows closed and avoid spending timeoutdoors when your allergies are acting up.
- Wear a protective allergy mask when you're doing yard work.
- Avoid fresh-cut grass.
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Viruses and Bacteria:
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Biological pollutants, such as molds, bacteria, pollen, dust mites, and animal dander which promote poor indoor
air quality and may be a major cause of days lost from work and school. In
office buildings, heating, cooling and ventilating systems are frequent sources
of biological substances which, when inhaled, lead to breathing
problems.
Pneumonia:
The major types of pneumonia are bacterial pneumonia, viral pneumonia, and mycoplasma pneumonia. Certain diseases, such as
tuberculosis, can also cause pneumonia.
People considered at high risk for pneumonia include the
elderly, the very young, and those with underlying health problems, such as
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), diabetes mellitus, congestive
heart failure and sickle cell anemia. Patients with diseases that impair the
immune system, such as AIDS, or patients with other chronic illnesses, such as
asthma, or those undergoing cancer therapy or organ transplantation, are
particularly vulnerable.
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Respiratory Syncytial Virus:
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is responsible for many
respiratory infections such as bronchiolitis, bronchopneumonia, and the common
cold. RSV diseases are most common in young children. RSV causes approximately
90,000 hospitalizations and 4,500 deaths each year in both infants and young
children (in the U.S.).
The virus is spread by hand-to-hand contact with any
object harboring the pathogen. Infection is introduced by contact with the
mucous membranes of the eyes and nose. It may also be spread by droplets from a
cough or sneeze.
RSV infections can be fatal in premature babies less than
six months old and in infants with chronic lung, heart, or immune deficiency
diseases. Infections may require hospitalization; infants experiencing severe
infections may require mechanical ventilation.
Lung Disease:
Lung disease is the number three killer in America,
responsible for one in seven deaths. Lung disease and other breathing problems
are the number one killer of babies younger than one year old. Today, more than
30 million Americans are living with chronic lung disease such as asthma,
emphysema and chronic bronchitis.
Asthma:
Asthma is a disease in which inflammation of the airways causes airflow into and out of the lungs to sometimes be restricted. In
sensitive individuals, asthma symptoms can be triggered by inhaled allergens
(allergy triggers) such as pet dander, dust mites, cockroach allergens, molds,
or pollens. Asthma symptoms can also be triggered by respiratory infections,
exercise, cold air, tobacco smoke and other pollutants, stress, food or drug
allergies.
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD):
COPD is an umbrella term used to describe the airflow
obstruction associated mainly with emphysema and chronic bronchitis causing
airflow obstruction.
Long-term smoking is the most common cause of COPD,
responsible for 80-90 percent of all cases. Other risk factors are heredity,
secondhand smoke, air pollution, and a history of frequent childhood respiratory
infections.
COPD is progressive and irreversible; there is no cure.
Prevention:
Asthma symptoms can be substantially reduced by avoiding exposure to known allergens and respiratory irritants such as cigarette smoke,
air pollution, industrial dusts, and irritating fumes. Removal of these
allergens and respiratory irritants from the home can be highly beneficial.
Some cases of COPD can be avoided by removing cigarette
smoke and air pollutants from the home. This may also reduce the frequency
respiratory illnesses.
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