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A fireplace can be used along with central heating at the same time but with minor adjustments.

Fireplaces have a traditional, cozy feel to them and feel wonderful, especially on cold nights. The whole family can gather together, watch a movie and drink hot chocolate in front of the fireplace. When you are sitting in front of the fireplace and warming up, you might feel it’s okay to turn the thermostat off. But that’s not actually a great idea.

If your fireplace is in the living room, it might be warm and cozy. But eventually, you will head back to your bedroom to sleep. And with the furnace, the room will have become quite cool. The furnace’s air ducts will also have cooled down, which means it will take longer for them to heat up once the furnace is on. This will use more energy than if you had left the furnace on.

It’s a good idea not to use the fireplace as your home’s main heating source. A fireplace is not exceptionally efficient in heating a home as compared to a furnace. Fireplaces can be an excellent source of warmth for a short while, but it’s not safe to leave a fireplace burning throughout the night unattended.

So, What Can You Do?

When you are using the fireplace, leave your heating system on. Simply turn your heater’s temperature down by a few degrees. Keep using the fireplace and reveling in its warmth for a short period of time during the evening. But at the same time, if your furnace is on and is on low heat, it will keep the heating ducts warm. When you exhaust the fireplace and head back to your room, your room will still be warm. This will make sure you have a warm room while cutting back on the use of energy.

Also, make sure the thermostat is located far from your fireplace. This is to ensure that the meter readings are accurate and your heating system runs efficiently.

If you have a fireplace installed a fireplace in your home and are using it regularly, you need to make sure it is maintained properly. Some of the best practices when using a fireplace are as follows:

• It’s important to use the right kind of fuel. Us dry, well-seasoned wood. Do not ever use treated wood or wet or painted wood.

• Make sure your fireplace is cleaned and inspected annually. It’s of magnitude importance not to neglect its maintenance.

• Include an air purifier in your home. An air filtration system can help control smoke pollution and keep the air around your clear and clean.

Source by Mike Petty

Steam filtration is a vital part of any industrial application requiring steam as an energy source, whether it’s for driving mechanical processes, heating, or sterilization. Steam is an inherently dirty resource commonly contaminated with rust, scale and other particulates. The maintenance program for any steam-based system should always include a filtration component to protect each aspect of your system from contamination.

In industry steam is commonly used in processes for a variety of applications. Generally speaking, you can divide the industrial use of steam of its various forms into several categories, each of which exhibits specific process requirements:

• Process steam for energy transfer for such applications as thermostatic and pressure controls, or energy for driving mechanical processes;
• Culinary steam as used for food & beverage processing;
• Superheated steam is typically found in mechanical applications that rely on its considerable energy, such as electrical power production and other mechanical processes, as well as antimicrobial applications;
• Saturated steam, like superheated steam, drives mechanical processes and provides heat energy for thermostatic processes, such as cleaning and sterilization;Dry saturated steam processes are routinely found in pharmaceutical and petrochemical applications, as well as food and beverage processing;
• In-situ sterilization relies on steam to sterilize-in-place components of a sterile system without having to change or disassemble the system thereafter, thereby maintaining absolute sterility;
• In-situ cleaning is similar to in-situ sterilization without the absolute purification requirement.

No matter the application, there is great need for contaminant-free steam to protect downstream equipment or processes from scale, rust, and other particulates. One significant application is sterilization. By design sterile filters for compressed air or gas systems remove bacterial and viral contaminants from the compressed air source prior to application. To effectively perform this function, you must first sterilize the sterile filter and its element prior to use. Moreover, you must re-sterilize the filter every day, as well as each time you shut down the system whether for maintenance or otherwise. One effective way of sterilizing the filters in-situ is to use steam to ready the units. Introducing steam, however, also brings forth contaminants commonly found in steam sources, such as dirt, rust, and scale particulates; contaminants that will dramatically reduce the life and efficiency of the sterile filter element as its design serves to remove the aforementioned biological contaminants and not the larger coarse contaminants found in sourced steam. Steam filters will effectively remove those coarse particulates prior to the steam being introduced to the sterile filters for in-situ sterilization, thereby increasing their functional life.

Steam filter housings are necessarily manufactured of stainless steel to ensure housing integrity when operating in the rigorous environmental conditions of compressed steam sources. Lesser materials, such as aluminum or polycarbonate, are generally not suitable for steam environments. Steam filters are typically available with NPT, flange, sanitary, or stub-end connections with pipe sizes ranging from 1/2″ to 12″. Likewise, the steam filter elements are available in stainless steel combining stainless steel end caps with a porous sintered stainless steel filtration media. The sintered stainless steel element media is available in a variety of pore sizes, typically ranging from 1, 2, 5, 10, 15, 25, 40 and 50 microns, depending on your filtration requirements.

Key Factors for Sizing Filters for Your Application

When determining the proper steam filter size and its micron retention rating, you must collect specific details as they relate to your application:

• Determine the maximum allowable pore size. Keep in mind that selecting a pore size smaller than required will reduce your steam filter’s element service life, as well as create a higher pressure drop. A larger pore size than required will effectively reduce the service life and efficiency of your sterile filter installed thereafter;
• Steam flow rate of your system in either lb/hr or kg/hr;
• Steam pressure as measured psi or bar;
• Allowable pressure drop for a new/clean element as measured in psi or bar. For this specification, we recommend a pressure drop of no more than 1.0 psi or 0.07 bar, as a higher pressure drop will reduce the effective life of the steam filter element;
• Nominal Pipe Size (NPS) for the inlet and discharge of the installed filter, as well as the connection type (i.e. NPT, flange, sanitary connection, or stub-end).

Cleaning You Steam Filter Elements

Depending on contaminant type, you can safely and effectively clean your sintered stainless steel steam filter elements using a diluted hydrochloric acid solution, ultrasonic bath, water, or air. Typically, you will clean your installed steam filter element when the differential pressure reaches 15 psi or 1.0 bar. A steam filter element will have reached the end of its effective service life when the “cleaned” unit can only maintain a pressure drop that meets or exceeds 10 psi or 0.7 bar.

Whatever your system application or steam requirements, steam filters protect your equipment and downstream processes, as well as your final product in some cases, and are critical to maintain system viability and maximize performance at the lowest possible cost. Their function is invaluable, and properly selected, applied, and maintained will considerably extend the component life of downstream equipment, as well as protect your final product from unwanted contamination.

Source by T. M. Witengier

The Winix PlasmaWave 5300 air purifier shares design roots with the well-regarded Sharp PlasmaCluster. A close examination, though, shows there’s nothing second hand – or second rate – about the way this home air purifier works.

That top notch performance starts with its air cleaning capacity. The AHAM’s Clean Air Delivery Ratings (CADRs) for the PlasmaWave 5300 are: Smoke: 235, Dust: 248, and Pollen: 251. Note the different numbers for different particle types. Very respectable figures.

What they mean, for example, is that the Winix 5300 can clear 235 cubic feet per minute of smoke from room air. So, it takes only a few minutes to clear a 350 square foot room with an average height ceiling. At, say, 18 feet x 18 feet that would be a pretty good-sized home office or bedroom.

One reason it can do that are the four separate fan speeds. Luckily, even at the top speed, the Winix PlasmaWave 5300 is one of the quieter units around. Set it up in your home office and you’ll hardly notice it above your computer’s fan, even when running at top speed.

That doesn’t happen often. Turbo mode starts automatically when the unit senses ‘bad’ air, such as a heavy concentration of smoke or pollen. Once cleared, it automatically downshifts again to normal running speed to maintain that pure air quality.

The 22″ high x 16″ wide x 9″ deep case features good seals. What goes inside gets filtered. A look inside when you change the filter will show there’s no dust around the sides, evidence that there’s no air bypass. You will see quite a lot on the excellent True HEPA filter inside. It filters a minimum of 99.97% of particles down to 0.3 microns. That will eliminate all but viruses which are in the range of 0.020-0.250 microns.

Another major component is the carbon mesh filter. Carbon has a large surface area and is weakly reactive with a wide variety of common household molecules. That’s a fancy way of saying a lot of things tend to stick to it. It’s also impregnated with anti-microbial compounds that help destroy flu viruses and other airborne microorganisms.

The next filtration stage adds another important layer of air purification: the ionizer. A voltage applied to plates inside the unit creates ions. Those spread out in the air to combine with naturally present water vapor. That produces hydroxyl radicals (negatively-charged OH ions).

Those hydroxyl ions oxidize, and therefore kill bacteria, viruses, mold spores, and more. They also help disintegrate many common VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds). If your interior holds paint fumes, cleaning product vapors, and more the ions simply decompose them into CO2 and other harmless molecules.

If the slight clicking noise bothers you (some people are sensitive to low background noises), it’s easy to turn the ionizer off and on. Just turn it on as you leave the room and let it work. Turn if off when you return.

Source by Garth Wernsman

Here are the TOP TEN Compressed Air “Rules of Thumb” – designed to respond to the questions that industrial air compressor users ask about most.

1. CFM delivery per Horse Power expected at 100 PSIG:

o For “home owner” type of air compressors—2 to 2.5 CFM per HP

o For Industrial Air-cooled 2-stage air compressors—-3.5 CFM per HP

o For Small Vane & Screw air compressors (25 HP or less) 4 CFM per HP

o For large Piston, Screw & Centrifugal air compressors–4.5 to 5 CFM per HP

NOTE: THE MORE CFM PER HP – THE LESS ENERGY USED.

2. Air Receiver Size needed for these types of inlet control:

o Modulating Control—————0 to 1 gallon per CFM

o On-Line/Off-Line—————– 3 to 4 gallons per CFM

o Stop-Start/ Variable Speed– 4 to 6 gallons per CFM

NOTE: THE MORE AIR STORAGE  – THE LESS ENERGY USED

3.  Amperage per Horse Power:

115 Volts——-  1 phase——– 10 amps per horse power

230 Volts——-  1 phase——– 5 amps per horse power

208 Volts——-  3 phase——– 3 amps per horse power

230 Volts——-  3 phase——– 2.5 amps per horse power

460 Volts——-  3 phase——– 1.25 amps per horse power

574 Volts——-  3 phase——– 1 amp per horse power

NOTE: THE MORE ENERGY EFFICIENT THE MOTOR – THE LESS ENERGY IS USED.

4. Air Piping Size by CFM and Pressure Drop:

o Compressor Room Header—0.25 PSIG pressure drop per 100 feet of piping

o Main Line—————–0.5 PSIG pressure drop per 100 feet of piping

o Loop Line—————–1 PSIG pressure drop per 100 feet of piping

o Branch Line—————2 PSIG pressure drop per 100 feet of piping

NOTE: THE LESS AIR PRESSURE DROP – THE LESS ENERGY USED.

5. Size your Compressed Air Line Filters to be twice (2x) your compressor CFM flow rate.

o This will lower your pressure drop 2-3 PSIG and save an additional 1% on electrical energy costs.

o Elements will last twice (2x) as long and this can save on your maintenance costs.

6. Lowering Air Compressor Pressure settings by 2 PSIG will result in a 1% energy savings.

7. Lowering Air Compressor Inlet Air Temperature by 10° F will result in a 2% energy savings.

8. The average energy cost to operate an air compressor is approximately $0.10 per horse power per hour.

9. Compressed Air system leaks totaling the size of a 1/4″ orifice, at 100 PSIG, running 24 hours a day will waste approximately $15,000 worth of electrical energy a year.

10. Using Synthetic Compressor Lubricants can save you up to 9% of the energy cost of operating your compressor as compared to using a non-synthetic lubricant.

COMPRESSED AIR DEFINITIONS:

CFM= Cubic Feet per Minute  – Volumetric air flow rate.

Inlet Pressure = The actual pressure at the inlet flange of the compressor.

PSIG= Pounds Per Square Inch Gauge

AMPS=Abbreviation of the plural for Ampere, a unit of electrical current

Pressure = Force per unit area, measured in pounds per square inch (psi).

Pressure Dew Point = For a given pressure, the temperature at which water will begin to condense out of air.

Inlet Temperature = The total temperature at the inlet connection of the compressor.

Knowing these “Rules of Thumb” can assist you in understanding many of the basics of compressed air. Applying these tips can help save you time , energy and money.

Source by Tommy McGuire

The Honeywell Enviracaire 50250 air purifier has a number of unusual features, all of which make it a superior choice. The most noticeable is the case design. It’s round (19″ high x 18″ in diameter). But that’s just the beginning.

Its round design makes it a little tough to find a good spot in your home to place the unit. Corners are the natural home, limiting your options. But even in a corner you’ll find that the Honeywell 50250 will filter a lot of air efficiently thanks to the 360 degree airflow, which really helps take in and pump out the air. With 21 lbs it’s a fairly hefty unit, too.

The CADRs (Clean Air Delivery Rates) of 250 for dust, pollen, and smoke are unusually good numbers, particularly when you calculate the CADR/$ ratio, which is decidedly on the high end of things. This is just a fancy way of saying you get a lot of clearance for the money.

Besides dust, pollen, and smoke the Honeywell Enviracaire 50250 also removes mold spores, dust mites, cat dander, and other potential allergens. Turn it on for a few hours and you won’t even see the usual dust layer on the TV or coffee table.

The 3-speed fan does, unfortunately, produce more than the usual amount of noise compared to some. At the slowest speed it produces 35 dB. On medium, the sound intensity rises to 45 dB, not horrible but noticeable. On high, the unit produces 57 dB. That’s noisy for a quality home air cleaner, even one in the modest price range. Working on a computer with the unit running on the highest speed requires good concentration.

One reason for that audible operation – and lowering the efficiency a bit – is the HEPA filter/fan arrangement. Air may compress in front of its face, making the unit work hard to draw, leading to a wobble. Some units vibrate because of a slightly off-center fan, but it’s the air movement that’s the problem here. Still, if it’s placed on carpet you’ll probably never notice.

Unfortunately, you may notice a rise in your electric bill if your unit runs all day and night. The Honeywell Enviracaire 50250 consumes 50 watts even on the lowest speed. On medium it uses 120 watts and the highest speed sucks down a whopping 170 watts. Even so, that’s less than two 100 watt light bulbs burning 24/7.

More than balancing things out, the maintenance costs are unusually low. The carbon pre-filter replacement cost for the Honeywell 50250 is low and it can be vacuumed many times before you need a new one. You can clean the HEPA filter, too. It will require replacement only about once every 1-3 years depending on hours of use and your environment.

You can see when either is dirty thanks to the excellent Intelli-Check electronic filter monitor. A red light illuminates to let you know when one or the other is dirty and that’s a nice feature to have. Better still, it senses pressure, not hours in use. That means it actually monitors the real-world condition and doesn’t rely on a time estimate.

Replacing either is effortless. Place the air cleaner on its side and unscrew the large plastic ‘bolt’ to get access to the filter chamber. Then pull out the cylindrical filter from the center. While there, notice what you don’t see: dirt around the edges. No air bypass here. The interior is clean – no scattered dirt particles around the unit where they don’t belong – signaling a well-sealed unit. Air that goes inside the unit gets filtered, not just recycled.

Source by Garth Wernsman

What Is Carico International Anyways?

Carico International is a multi-level marketing, direct-sales enterprise that has been established since 1967. The company is based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and the CEO/President is Richard R. Cappadona. This company has worked together with other big companies including: American Cancer Society, American Heart Association, and National Wellness Foundation. Their real focus is to supply individuals with unique quality products, outstanding values and savings, and excellent customer service. Being that this company has been around more than forty years, they’ve stood the exam of longevity and so it’s most definitely NOT a scam of some sort.

What Does Carico International Sell & How Do You Get Money?

Carico International has many products that they market. You can purchase air cleaners, home items, water filters, air filters/air filtration systems, crystal/China, house and kitchen wares, tableware, water treatment systems, cookware/kitchen accessories, juice extractions, food storage, and sleeping systems.

As a rep, you can start earning as soon as you finish a 3-day training course. You’ll get compensated a certain percentage of every item sold. If you apply what you learn, you could really produce a great income with Carico International. Nonetheless, how much money you make is determined on how much time you dedicate to your business and how hard you work at it. Some folks will make $100 a month, a few will make $10,000 per month. It’s up to you and the skills you develop to grow your business.

Carico International Secrets

Now if you’re reading this section of this Carico International review, you’re probably wondering about what I mentioned in the beginning. Well here’s the truth that you might not read elsewhere: over 93% of associates who start a business with this company will never achieve a full-time income or even make as much as $200 a month. There are various reasons why that happens but I’ll focus on the technical part. Most of them quit right before they reach success, which has a lot to do with mindset. But besides that, they just don’t have the proper business building skills that are really required in order to create SERIOUS money with Carico International.

They might be told to hold house parties and talk to everyone like friends and family about their business but that simply doesn’t work for the vast majority of associates who try those methods. See their relatives and friends are not interested in starting their own business so why would they even waste time with those people? In my opinion relatives and buddies are good as customers, but they’re not your ideal BUSINESS PARTNERS! You’ll need business builders if you’d like to generate a substantial amount of money in this business and the BEST way to find those business builders is by learning and mastering the skill of marketing.

Apart from mindset, this is what separates those who make $10K+ a month, and those that make $100 a month. Yes having success in business has a lot to do with mindset but you must have and apply the skill-sets. Most of the reps don’t have the skills and that’s why they fail. If you are trying to join this business or you’ve already joined and you wonder what it takes to really create a profitable business, then you need to learn the skills.

In conclusion, this Carico International business is actually a very excellent company with amazing products. However, if your goal is to build a SERIOUS income with this business, I’d recommend you don’t even waste your time struggling and wondering why you’re struggling. Just learn the skills NOW so you can enjoy the freedom and lifestyle that’s promised!

Source by Lee St. Louis

Showers are the leading cause of chlorine exposure. When heated, water flows out of the shower head and chlorine is vaporized into the steamy air. Vaporized chlorine is readily absorbed into open pores and even inhaled into the lungs. One 10-minute shower causes more chlorine absorption than a drinking a days worth of unfiltered tap water. So what is the best shower filter to remove chlorine, volatile organic compounds, and heavy metals from the water?

Filter Media

State of the art shower filters use a patented filter media called KDF, which stands for Kinetic Degradation Fluxion. KDF is a fancy way to say that chlorine, heavy metals, and contaminants are attracted to the filter media by their respective positive and negative ionic charges. As water flows through the KDF a tiny current of electricity is generated, making it possible for the copper and zinc granules to rearrange the electrons of the contaminants, rendering 90% of the available chlorine harmless. KDF filters attract and sequester heavy metals and eliminate sulfur smells, odd tastes and colors.

KDF is sometimes combined with a granulated activated charcoal in two-stage shower filters. The zinc and copper in KDF filters naturally prevents bacterial growth, including E. Coli and molds. KDF is the media used the best shower filters because it works well under high temperatures and high water flow. KDF filters last longer than activated charcoal filters. Most KDF filters last close to a year and filter thousands of gallons. High sediment levels may shorten filter life, however.

Cost

Most filters for the shower are in the $50 price range, although more expensive models are out there. Depending on the type of filtration used they will need replacement in 3 months to a year. GAC filters made from granular activated charcoal have the shortest life, while KDF filters can last eight months or longer. Generally, replacements cost about half the price of the initial filter assembly. But it is good to know that some of the less expensive ones only remove half of the chlorine. The best shower filters, made with KDF media, get rid of 90% of chlorine and a wide range of common contaminants.

Shower filters not only remove chlorine, but reduce hard water build-up and scale. Shower heads that use KDF naturally soften the water and balance pH for smoother, softer hair, and an easier to clean shower. Using a filtration system in your shower will also prevent skin reactions and breathing problems related to the chlorine vapors.

Source by Mike Blooth

Today, businesses around the world are getting back to normal after the pandemic. However, there is still a lot of risk of airborne transmission of bacteria and viruses. Due to wearing a mask and staying away from people, most people have become weaker as far as immunity is concerned. Therefore, they are unable to protect themselves against respiratory viruses, such as the common cold and flu. If you are in this situation, we suggest that you invest in a good air purifier. Given below is a description of 5 tips that can help you purchase the best unit.

Technology

We suggest that you go for the best technology to cover your needs. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), air purifiers with HEPA filters can help you capture tiny particles of COVID-19. As a supplemental treatment, you can also go for germicidal ultraviolet light.

The good thing about HEPA filters is that they are made to capture more than 99% of airborne particles. They also have a high filtration capacity.

Strong Airflow

According to CDC, your chosen unit should have a powerful fan for the best circulation of air in your home or office. In other words, you cannot use residential units in your office or other commercial building. The reason is that they have weekend fans.

The point is that high-powered fans create a lot of air pressure. The idea is to make sure that there is enough airflow for proper air circulation across the whole place. For a commercial, you may want to invest in a medical-grade air purifier.

Reputation

Reputation is another major factor that you must consider. If you want to purchase a business air purifier, we suggest that you don’t just buy from any reputable brand. What you need to do is consider independent scientific testing performed in real-life situations. Besides, these tests should be done at a reputable center for validating claims.

Besides, you may want to consider case studies and get in touch with a few quoted customers in order to know about their experience. As a matter of fact, most buyers can happily share their views about the products that they have purchased.

So, you may want to read the sustainability credentials of the manufacturer before making this purchase for the first time.

Cost

You may want to purchase these devices as if you are going to make an investment. You may not want to take it as a cost or expense. Unlike a residential air purifier, hospital-grade units are far more expensive. Therefore, you may want to consider the cost factor before setting your project and purchasing these units for your business needs.

Conclusion

Long story short, we suggest that you consider these essential factors if you are going to purchase an air purifier for your business for the first time. The idea is to ensure that you get the best product that will cover your needs and stand the test of time. Hopefully, these five tips will help you make an informed decision.

Source by James Yuan

African Greys are fabulous birds and companions; but the white dust they produce is not fabulous at all. Keeping the air clear of these particles is crucial and an air purifier is essential. Here are 5 features that will help you bring home a cleaner that will work.

Constant Filtration—The white wing dust that Greys constantly produce can become nearly impossible to control, and hazardous to the health of both you and your bird. This dust helps keeps the bird’s wings healthy, but can be daunting to try to keep under control.

Not only is it unsightly, but allowing your bird to breathe air that is clogged with dust, dander, feathers and other household pollutants can clog its air passages. And clogged airways often allow disease and infection to gain control. Birds instinctively hide symptoms of illness. So by the time the problem is uncovered it is often to late to save its life.

Having a cleaner that can send 250 cubic feet of fresh clean air into the room every 60 seconds gives you and your Grey a huge advantage towards staying healthy. And this type of cleaning, although thorough, requires none of your time.

Fresh Air Is The Only By-Product—For your sake and your bird’s steer clear of filtration methods that produce ozone or ionized particles.. These filtration methods often cause more problems than they cure. In order for ozone to be effective, the levels would need to be so high that they would be deadly for humans and birds. And ionized particles can sometimes stick to air passages rather than be eliminated. By contrast, there is no down side to just plain old fresh air.

HEPA Filter—By definition this type of filter is designed to eliminate particles that are.3 microns in size or greater. This includes the invisible bird dander that is often forgotten because of the dust problems. HEPA filters can also eliminate airborne viruses and bacteria because they often attach to bigger particles to move from one host to the next.

Carbon Filter—All creatures have their own unique scent, and birds are no different. Being able to take out the smells that produce makes your environment a pleasant place for birds and people.

A carbon cloth filter offers the best of both worlds. Designed by the British Military as a defense against chemical warfare, it is quite capable of removing gaseous pollutants. But because it is woven, it has the ability to eliminate airborne particulates too.

Rugged Construction—The beaks of African Greys are pretty powerful. And because they are such intelligent birds, they will explore new things in their environment such as the air purifier, and they tend to explore with their beaks.

Having a unit that is made of steel gives you peace of mind because you know that as tough as their bite can be, steel is tougher. This greatly reduces the chances of your bird being injured by or choking on a piece of the cleaner that they have been able to remove.

Source by Debbie Davis

If you run an animal shelter, you know that how clean it looks and smells are two huge indicators to perspective clients about how well the shelter is being run. An air purifier is the best way to help your shelter looking clean and smelling fresh all day every day. Here are 5 best features to choose in your shelter air purifier that will make it most effective.

Multiple Filters—Many cleaners on the market today have no filters. Avoid these types at all cost. A purifier without a filter is of little good, and most likely will require frequent cleaning. And once you realize that it is having very little effect, you will need to spend more money to replace it.

The most effective cleaners have a variety of filters because the types of pollutants that plague a shelter are varied including particulates, odors, bacteria and viruses. By choosing a cleaner that can multi-task by removing all types of pollutants, one cleaner is able to handle all solid and gaseous pollutants.

Carbon Filter—-Odor in a shelter can cause a huge problem. That’s why carbon filtration is a must. This type of filtration is renowned for its ability to remove odors and smells. And because urine odor is one of the crucial smells that a cleaner needs to be able to eliminate, an ammonia based additive has been proven to be the most effective at eliminating the stench of pet urine.

Pre-Filters—These blanket-like filters are what separate a high maintenance cleaner from a low maintenance one. Sized for large and medium particles, they collect particles that you can see such as hair and dust.

This saves the other filters for the pollutants that they are best at removing. Vacuuming the outside of the cleaner can clean the pre-filters and prolong the life of the smaller filters that should be present in the unit. Without these filters expect to replace filters every couple of months. With them, filters can last as long as 5 years.

HEPA Filter—High efficiency particle arresting (abbreviated as HEPA) filtration is the type that hospitals use to insure clean air. To achieve this designation it must be able to remove particles as small as.3 microns with 99.97% efficiency. A micron is defined as one millionth of a meter and is way smaller that the period at the end of this sentence.

This type of filtration is necessary to remove the invisible dander that is able to remain airborne for long periods of time. And since the dander also contains a protein that triggers allergies and asthma, being able to reliably remove this irritant means that the animals, staff, and customers will remain healthier and be much more comfortable living, working and visiting the shelter.

Split Capacitor Motor—Because the animals in your shelter are depending on you to care for them 24 hours a day, an air cleaner needs to be a part of that solution by being able to operate 24 hours as well. Check to see that the unit you are considering has a split capacitor motor that will allow it to run safely and effectively all the time.

Source by Debbie Davis