Air purification is a technology that has been around for many years, and it has evolved to include a variety of different methods. Active air purifiers use negatively charged ions to attract contaminants and stick them to surfaces, while passive air purification units use air filters to remove them. UV technology is often used in conjunction with particulate filter systems, as it kills germs such as bacteria and viruses. Negative ion air purifiers use chemical injections to clean the air, but they are not as effective as other technologies.
Ozone air purifiers produce ozone to clean the air, but they are not as effective as other technologies either. HEPA filters can help get dust, pollen, pet dander, and other airborne irritants out of the air, but they won't remove fumes, smoke, or odors. Carbon filters are often used in combination with HEPA filters to reduce or eliminate odors, gases and VOCs in the air. UltraHEPA filters are designed to trap 99.999% of all airborne particles 0.3 microns or less from the air passing through the filter.
Negative pressure rooms are necessary to control the spread of airborne infections in a healthcare facility, but they are not necessary for non-airborne infections. Air purification is an important technology that can help improve indoor air quality and reduce the risk of airborne infections. Active and passive air purification units use different methods to remove contaminants from the air, while UV technology is used to kill germs such as bacteria and viruses. UltraHEPA filters are designed to trap 99.999% of all airborne particles 0.3 microns or less from the air passing through the filter. Negative pressure rooms are necessary to control the spread of airborne infections in a healthcare facility, but they are not necessary for non-airborne infections. In-room air purifiers do not meet the definition of a medical device under the Canadian Food and Drug Act; therefore, they are exempt from device classification in Canada.
Airflow rates through the unit were thought to be the most important factor affecting the speed of particle removal, but this could not be evaluated in this experiment. Air purification is an important technology that can help improve indoor air quality and reduce the risk of airborne infections. It is important to understand how different types of air purifiers work and what their limitations are so that you can make an informed decision when choosing one for your home or office.