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All stuffed up? It might not be a cold. It might be the air in your home

Do you have itchy eyes and a stuffy nose when you go home? It might not be just a cold. Your air quality might be to blame.Indoor air can be between 200 percent and 500 percent more polluted than outdoor air, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, leading to symptoms such as itchy, watery eyes, postnasal drip, headaches, coughing, itching, nasal congestion, runny nose, fatigue and sneezing. And since people spend 90 percent of their day indoors, breathing approximately 36 pounds of air per day, that’s a lot of polluted air to handle.

Ironically, as homes get more energy-efficient, the issue of indoor air pollution has become worse, the EPA said, because these tight homes trap pollutants inside. To fight the problem, first it’s helpful to know what’s causing the indoor air pollution.

There are basically three types of indoor air pollution. The first category consists of allergens and particulates, which are normally found in most homes. These consist of dust and pollen, mold, fungi and mildew, wood smoke, dust mites, dander from our furry friends and debris from insects, all of which can cause the nose and throat irritation, congestion, sneezing and coughing.

The second category is infection agents, which are bacterial infections and diseases – from the common cold and flu to streptococcus and pneumococcus, particles of which can hover in the air. The health effects of these agents include contracting the diseases themselves, like bronchitis or pneumonia.

The third category is toxic compounds. This consists of pollutants such as tobacco smoke, pesticides, formaldehyde and other toxins commonly found in paints, plastics, carpets, etc., which are present in most homes. These can cause serious health problems like memory lapse, mild depression, lethargy, headaches and lung dysfunction.

So what is a homeowner to do?

The easiest solution is to invest in an air cleaner for your home. Unfortunately, many air cleaners on the market have a limited airflow and a low coverage area that requires frequent maintenance and cleaning. These machines can lose efficiency as plates become coated, and often all they do is redistribute dust, not remove it. There’s also a category of cleaners known as “ozone generators” that may be dangerous; in fact, the state of California banned the sale of these cleaners in 2007.

But Aerus – established in 1924 as Electrolux – has a new solution: the Lux Guardian Air Platinum air purification system. This system exceeds the highest standards, capturing 99.97 percent of the tiniest 0.1 micron particles, including dander, pollen, smoke, dust mites, mold spores and pet dander.

The Lux Guardian Air Platinum is Energy Star-certified, costs as little as 6 cents a day to operate and is protected with a five-year limited warranty. It has a silent operation, with all-steel construction eliminating vibrations and rattling, its filter media is waterproof to resist contamination from mold and it purifies 2,000 square feet in one hour on high setting, thus carrying an exceptional Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR) rating from the Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers. ActivePure been used by NASA and is a 2017 Space Technology Hall of Fame Inductee. And most Major League Baseball teams now have ActivePure technology in their facilities.

This system is perfect for both homeowners and business owners who want ultimate indoor air quality protection, as well as medical facilities, nursing homes, schools or any facility with indoor air quality concerns.

Dr. Sally F., who runs a pediatric physical therapy office, said installation of the Lux Guardian Air Platinum air purification system has made a “huge difference” in her office.

“One of our main concerns is providing a clean and healthy environment for everyone to work in,” the doctor said. Since the installation of the system, she said, “Sick days are down. Kids are healthier. And the truth is, the air just feels fresher and cleaner.

“Everyone loves it.”

 

FDA confirms Air Purification Machine kills 99.97% of SARS-CoV-2 virus particles

SPRINGS, Colo.– Around a decade ago, scientists at NASA teamed up with the company Aerus to create an air filtration system suitable to clean the air inside the International Space Station. 

Today, that same device has been found to kill nearly all COVID-19 virus particles after a few hours of purification. 

The Beyond by Aerus air purifier as been proven to kill different kinds of bacteria, viruses, and fungi, but was only recently proven to kill COVID-19 as well. 

“This machine can remove SARS-CoV-2 from surfaces. Within three hours its 94.5% gone, within seven hours its 99.97% removed and that’s been independent lab tested, it’s gone through the FDA, it’s gone through a lot of channels throughout this entire year just so we can talk about that,” said Jeff Wright, a franchise partner for the Aerus store in Downtown Colorado Springs. 

Wright says the certification of it’s effectiveness only came in October. 

He says what separates it from typical air purifiers is its sophistication—typical air purifiers have a fan and a HEPA filter.

The “Beyond by Aerus” starts with magnetizing air molecules to suck them into the machine, particles get filtered by two carbon filters, purified by a titanium oxide filter, then pass through a HEPA filter, and finally go through a UV-light honey comb structure before leaving the machine at a 45-degree angle to ensure circulation. 

“It’s circulating through your house and it’s bringing everything back to the center, which is this machine,” Wright described. 

The UV ‘honeycomb’ takes water molecules from the air and separates them into hydrogen peroxide and other powerful oxidizers that can sanitize and clean surfaces without a person needing to do anything. 

The purifiers have sizes that can purify a space from 500 sq ft. to 20,000 sq ft. Wright says right now, his main clients are people using it in their private homes but has sold some to private schools and businesses. 

Aerus healthcare-specific air purifier cleared by FDA

JULY 1, 2020 BY NANCY CROTTI

Aerus announced today that it received Class II medical device clearance from the FDA for the Aerus Medical Guardian with
ActivePure technology, which the company calls the first active air purifier for healthcare.

ActivePure was designed to operate continuously in occupied spaces and prevent recontamination in real time. The free-standing, portable unit uses NASA-inspired technology to purify the air continuously and actively without the use of ozone, according to the Dallas, Texas-based company formerly known as Electrolux.

The device is intended to reduce staphylococcus epidermidis and erwinia herbicola bacteria; MS2 and Phi-X174 viruses; aspergillus niger fungal spores; and bacillus globigii bacterial spores from the air in a temperature-controlled professional health care-environment of 70 to 71 degrees Fahrenheit, 40%-45% RH.

“We believe our breakthrough technology will be a game-changer in hospitals,” Aerus CEO Joe Urso said in a news release

Chemical Breakdown of ActivePure or “What Exactly Is in ActivePure?”

ActivePure Technology

ActivePure technology is derived from NASA technology as used on the International Space Station. It is the only Certified Space Technology in the world in its class. ActivePure technology utilizes a proprietary hydrophilic photo catalytic coating consisting of Non-nano titanium dioxide with a proprietary combination of additional transition elements to enhance efficiency. Activated by a specific wavelength of ultraviolet light, oxygen, and humidity are extracted from the air to crest a host of powerful oxidizers that target air and surface pollution. These oxidizers are extremely effective at destroying bacteria, volatile organic compounds, and other environmental contaminants. ActivePure does not creat harmful chemicals but instead uses oxidizers found naturally occurring in the environment. These oxidizers are not harmful to humans, plants or animals and are completely safe for indoor use.

The key oxidizers created by ActivePure Technology are as follows

• Hydrogen Peroxide (H202)
• Hydroxyls (0H-)
• Hydroxyl Radicals (‘OH)
• Super Oxides (02-)

HYDROGEN PEROXIDE

A major oxidizer created by ActivePure technology is hydrogen peroxide (H202), which has proven to be effective against indoor pollutants and contaminants on surfaces and in the air.  ActivePure technology produces hydrogen peroxide molecules from the oxygen and humidity already present in the air. The hydrogen peroxide molecules are then carried throughout the indoor environment, neutralizing pollutants and contaminants in places that other technologies and filtration systems can’t reach. Because hydrogen peroxide molecules have both positive and negative charges, they are drawn to pollutants and contaminants by the process of electrostatic attraction. Contaminants are then safely broken down into oxygen (02) and water (H20) vapor. Hydrogen peroxide is odorless, colorless and safe to use in occupied spaces. According to the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA), exposure to one part per million (1.0-ppm) of hydrogen peroxide is considered safe throughout the day.

ActivePure Technology produces only 0.02-0.04, well below the OSHA limit.

HYDROXYLS

Another important oxidizer created by ActivePure technology is Hydroxyls. Hydroxyls (OH-) are safe, naturally occurring, powerful oxidizes that quickly and safely neutralize many airborne and surface contaminants, odor causing bacteria and chemicalVOCs. As part of the ActivePure process, Hydroxyls are formed when an ultraviolet light of specific wavelengths is absorbed by the unit’s proprietary coating.. The coding strips the hydrogen (H) atoms from water molecules (H20) in the ambient air, forming negative Hydroxyls (0H). These hydroxyls breakdown carbon and hydrogen-based VOCs and other organic contaminants, converting them into harmless carbon dioxide (C02) and water (H20) vapor.

While extremely effective at destroying odors, bacteria,VOCs and other contaminants, Hydroxyls are completely safe for humans, animals, and plant exposure indoors. The Hydroxyls produced by ActivePure technology are the same as those produced naturally in the earths atmosphere by the reaction of UV rays and water vapor, and function to safely and naturally scrub and decontaminate indoor environment.

HYDROXYLS RADICALS

The Hydroxyls Radical (*0H) is the neutral form of the hydroxyl ion (0H-). Hydroxyl radicals are diatomic molecules that are highly reactive, so reactive that they instantly neutralized when they contact organic compounds such as fungi, bacteria, viruses and many chemical VOCs by cracking the molecular bonds. Like the Hydroxyl ion, Hydroxyl radicals are formed by the reaction of UV light disassembling water vapor (H20) to get a hydrogen atom (H) and an oxygen (02) which are combined together together to form the Hydroxyl radical (*0H). Hydroxyl molecules are so small that 10 billion of them would fit in one raindrop and because they are so reactive, they are completely safe for human, animal and plant exposure.

 SUPER OXIDES

Super oxides are oxygen molecules that arise when free hydrogen atoms (H) combine with ozone (O3) are created in small amounts by nature in the air. When combined they form the powerful oxidizers oxygen (O) and hydroxis (OH-). ActivePure Technology utilizes a UVC light source, naturally 2 occurring ozone (O3), humidity and a photo catalyst to create powerful super oxides that eliminate bacteria, viruses, mold and other contaminants. This technology is not only safe for human exposure, but is significantly more effective at destroying contaminants than simple UV technology alone. In the process of creating super oxides, ActivePure actually reduces the amount of ozone that naturally exists in the air.

Super oxides have been utilized for decades in food processing, plants, hospitals, and dental and doctors offices to control environmental contamination and disinfect safely without chemicals.

PRODUCT EFFICIENCY AND TESTING

ActivePure Technology has consistently proven its ability to safely control and neutralize contaminants such as, viruses, bacteria, mold, fungi and VOCs in numerous tests and studies, without harm to humans, animals and plant life. Extensive laboratory testing conducted at Kansas State University showed ActivePure Technology to be effective against H1N1, H5N8, MRSA, Staph, Streptococcus, E-Coli, Listeria, Bacillus spy, Stachybotrys Chartarum and more. These university studies have shown that ActivePure can reduce at least 96.4% and as much as 99.99% of surface and airborne contaminants within the first 24 hours.

Further testing was commissioned at the University of Cincinnati Center for Health-Related Aerosol Studies to investigate ActivePure Technology’s kill rate for airborne bio-contaminants. In the tests 90% of the airborne pathogens measured were reduced in only 30 minutes, a rate 50 times more effective than normal filtration.

No Ozone

Ozone is created naturally by nature and is present in our air and can also be created by man-made technologies. The EPA has determined that ozone at levels in excess of 0.07 ppm may be damaging to health. The state of California has implemented even tighter ozone levels at 0.05 ppm. ActivePure Technology has been proven not to create ozone as it operates and can a actually help lower naturally occurring ozone as it creates safe super oxides which in turn eliminate harmful pathogens.

Space Foundation- Technology Certified

The Space Foundation has recognized ActivePure and our company for utilizing technologies originally invented for use in space programs to eliminate VOCs and other contaminants and adapting these technologies for everyday use. ActivePure Technology is based on a variation of technology originally developed for use by NASA on the International Space Station and is recognized globally as the only Certified Space Technology in its class. You can only get this technology from us.

APPLICATION

Our ActivePure Technology has been successfully and safely used I hospitals, homes, doctors offices, professional sports facilities, and other applications across the world.

ARE VOLATILE ORGANIC COMPOUNDS (VOCs) MAKING YOU SICK?

You can’t talk about Indoor Air Quality without mentioning the effects of VOCs. VOC is the acronym for Volatile Organic Compounds, which are”carbon- containing chemicals in indoor air. And they’re making you sick. Thousands of every day products emit organic chemicals into the air. VOCs are present in household staples such as cleaning products, paints, furnishings and pesticides. Buildings with heavy concentrations of VOCs are referred to as having “Sick Building Syndrome”

There are a wide variety of VOCs that can be found in the home. Some give off a bad smell, but even odorless organic chemicals can also have adverse effects on your health. It all depends on the concentration levels. We don’t think about it on a daily basis, but VOCs are ever present.

Acetone – furniture polish, wallpaper
Benzene – paint, carpeting
Butanal –  stoves, cigarettes
Carbon Disulfide – chlorinated tap water
Dichlorobenzene  – deodorants
Ethanol – Dishes and laundry detergents
Formaldehyde – the most common indoor VOC, found in floor lacquers and certain paints
Terpenes – soaps and detergents with fragrance
Toluene – paint

Products that contain VOCs

Paint (and other solvents) – wood preservatives – aerosol sprays – cleansers & disinfectants – moth repellents – air fresheners – stored fuels & automotive products – hobby supplies – dry cleaned clothes – cosmetics – pesticides – building materials & furnishings – upholstery and foam – office equipment (copiers and printers, correction fluids and carbonless copy paper) – graphic and craft materials (glues, and adhesives)

The health effect and the severity of it depends on the level of concentration and length of exposure to the VOC. Short term exposure may produce headaches and a worsening of asthma symptoms and respiratory issues. Long term exposure to indoor VOCs will cause liver or kidney damage and even cancer.

HEALTH EFFECTS

Eye, nose and throat irritation – headaches, loss of coordination & nausea – damage to liver, kidneys, and central nervous system – some organics can cause cancer in animals – some are known or suspected to cause cancer in humans

KEY SIGNS OF SYMPTOMS ASSOCIATED WITH EXPOSURE TO VOCs to include

Conjunctival irritation – nose & throat discomfort – headaches – allergic skin reaction – dyspnea – nausea – emesis – epistaxis – fatigue – dizziness