![]() Previous studies we’ve discussed suggest the only clinical test shown to kill the original SARS virus was concentrated ozone treatment. The UV systems have also been shown to reduce molds and pathogens that are found within the HVAC system and drain pan that would otherwise be introduced and distributed throughout the envelope of the building. Fresh-Aire UV systems have been tested and achieve up to a *99.999% reduction on microorganisms. Per APCO’s website: Fresh-Aire UV systems are tested and validated against bacteria, viruses, mold & fungus. This technology has been proven to be 99+% effective at killing some very deadly viruses and bacteria but has not been tested against the Covid-19 virus as of today. ![]() We don’t know! No controlled laboratory testing has been done on COVID-19 as of this time! * (See update 1-year later below)* While Magic Touch Mechanical has been installing air quality products for almost ¼ century, the new “experts” are everywhere now. Sure enough, the ads are all over Facebook, Twitter & Instagram as we speak. The moment I heard about the Coronavirus I knew snake-oil salespeople would be out in full force. Will an Air Scrubber Kill the Coronavirus? However, ozone generating models are extremely effective at neutralizing odors. This is a benefit for people with asthma and other chronic respiratory diseases. In fact, like the Lennox Pure Air, the Fresh-Aire UV promotes the fact that it is “validated ozone free”. Unlike the Air Scrubber by Aerus, the APCO does not offer an ozone-producing model. I discuss this process in previous air scrubber reviews, but bottom-line the lab test results demonstrate the APCO’s proven results.ĭoes the APCO Fresh-Aire UV Produce Ozone? Like the Air Scrubber Plus, the Fresh-Aire UV also utilizes Photocatalytic Oxidation to purify your homes air. I’ve also covered the fact that room air purifiers simply don’t work! The APCO Fresh-Aire utilizes your homes ductwork to provide whole home air purification. In past IAQ (Indoor Air Quality Articles) articles I’ve discussed that only UV-C is proven to kill bacteria and viruses. Like other air purifiers we recommend, the APCO Fresh-Aire UV utilizes UV-C light not UV-A or UV-B (it matters). The APCO Fresh-Aire UV Air Purifier is one of the better air scrubbers on the market and has been well tested. Not only do we run two air scrubbers in Magic Touch Mechanical’s offices, I use purifiers & HEPA filtration at home. They’ve all been selling like hotcakes since this began – or should I say, like toilet paper!ĭoes the APCO Fresh-Aire UV Air Purifier Work?įirst, if air scrubbers didn’t do a great job of cleaning the air – we wouldn’t sell them! In fact, if you’ve read my many other indoor air quality articles, you know I use these products myself. It’s been hard keeping all of the air purifiers we carry on the shelves for the past few weeks. ![]() That said, we are in the midst of the COVID-19 crisis as I write this article. ![]() We try to couple our clients with the brand that best serves their individual needs, wants and budget. Why Endorse Three Brands That Do Virtually the Same Thing?įor the same reason we install many different brands of air conditioning & heating equipment – we offer options, not ultimatums! As with electronics, appliances, etc., every brand has pros and cons. I’ve included some links to a few of the related articles and reviews as well. Lennox Pure Air Purifier (all-in-one) question since I compared the other two to it. I will however cover the “APCO Fresh-Aire vs. I previously reviewed both the Air Scrubber Plus by Aerus & REME HALO, so in this post I’ll focus on APCO. The APCO Fresh-Aire UV whole-home air purifier is 1 of 3 in-duct air scrubbers (air purifiers) we recommend to homeowners.
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