Air Purifier Review in Depth - AirFree Air Sterilizer
Airfree air purifier kills mold, viruses and dustmites with new sterilizer technology
by Mercia Tapping, President, AllergyBuyersClub.com
Since
we announced the AirFree Sterlizer, we have had a number of questions which
we hope the following review will clear up. We recommend the AirFree Sterilizer
primarily for mold and dust mite control, viruses and bacteria.
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EFFICIENT: For contaminated air passing through AirFree it's
sterilizing efficiency is 99.99% in destroying microorganisms. Remember
as in all purifiers, the allergens have to REACH the machine. However, assuming
they reach the machine, the purifying effect is greater than regular HEPA
filters. (We do have some like IQAir, Care and Healthway that have enhanced
HEPA filtration performance capabilities.)
EFFECTIVE: AirFree destroys even the smallest of airborne
microorganisms in its unique ceramic heating chamber without any ozone being
used. In addition, it destroys the smallest of microorganisms. For instance
viruses are killed at 150°F, and since they are smaller than 1 micrometer,
AirFree perform better than most average HEPA filters. AirFree destroys
airborne allergens such as all types of fungus, including those from dust
mite feces, mold spores, proteins from cat dander. To re-emphasize a point,
AirFree does not incinerate dust mites. Air free destroys the fungus dust
mites need for food without producing harmful by-products or gasses such
as found in ozone machines.
TECHNOLOGY: The core of the AirFree is 400°F. It is the
intensity of the internal heat that sets AirFree apart and which is the
secret of the documented results it has achieved.
ROOM ALLERGEN REDUCTION: AirFree has achieved 85% reduction
in the ambient air, the figure which is what really counts, and not at AirFree
air outlet (99.99%). This is a very impressive figure. These results were
achieved primarily with mold spores. Remember in certain circumstances,
when some other allergens may be blowing into the room at a rapid rate,
the results may not be so high.
INDEPENDENTLY TESTED: This sterilizer has been tested in
hotels, libraries, banks as well as laboratories and research centers with
published results. Note the testing has been principally for mold spore
reduction, and for which it has been found to be remarkably effective.
USER FRIENDLY: You can turn on this air sterilizer and forget
it! There is only 1 speed, so you can set it on and safely leave it on for
weeks.
SILENT: The AirFree is completely silent, but it still gets
the job done. Great for the office or those bothered by noise in the bedroom
at night.
LIGHTWEIGHT: At 4 pounds, the AirFree sterilizer is extremely
lightweight, and easy to move or carry.
MAINTENANCE FREE: One of the most appealing aspects of this
air sterilizer is that it has no filters and requires no maintenance. A
true economic advantage over traditional air purifiers which often require
replacement filters.
WARRANTY: 2 years. Since there are no moving parts, fans
or knobs, the manufacturer estimates a life of about 5 years. This figure
still remains an estimate but we believe it is likely to be true.
Minuses:
NO FAN: AirFree works best in areas where air is already
circulating. Great for air-conditioned areas, forced hot air or areas
with a fan, air purifier, or people moving the air about.
WAITING PERIOD: Best results are achieved over a period
of continuous use for 21-30 days. We think the wait is worth it to kill
and keep mold spores, bacteria and viruses at a minimum, but if you need
to decontaminate a room FAST, this technology would then be best used
in conjunction with a HEPA air purifier.
DOESN'T HANDLE CERTAIN ALLERGENS OR GASES/ODORS: Not effective
for non-living organic particulate matter such as pet hair or gases. It
would not be used for fast odor control where carbon adsorption is needed.
AREA COVERED: Only good for areas up to 250 sq. ft., but
effective nonetheless. We recommend purchasing several units to accommodate
larger areas in need of air sterilization.
SAFETY: AirFree's top lid achieves 144°F on its top
lid which is uncomfortable, but not enough to cause any burn. Children
will instinctively remove their hands when touching the top lid. We personally
liked it as a hand warmer. But some mothers of young children should exercise
extra precautions.
Other Points:
* AIRFREE PLACEMENT
AirFree can be put on a tabletop, but it will probably require additional
air currents like generated air conditioning. Why? Because AirFree works
by air convection. It will be impossible to grab by air convection the heavier
microorganisms that will naturally be deposited on the floor.
AirFree will still be efficient on a tabletop but not as much
as if it was placed on the floor.
For instance in a laboratory setting, AirFree is placed on
table tops because that is where you need the air to be clean and not so
much on floor levels.
Nevertheless the lab tests done with AirFree on tabletops
had air conditioning which was helpful to the AirFree performance. There
is no real evidence that AirFree will not work on tabletops, but it is preferable
to have it on the floor.
Summary
AirFree Air Sterilizers are truly a breakthrough in
home air sterilization with a small footprint at an affordable price! The
fact that these air sterilizers actually incinerate microorganisms and other
contaminants set them apart from other air purifiers. If you want to destroy
mold spores, fungi, bacteria and viruses, air sterilizers are truly in a
class all their own, and we're excited to make them available to you.
