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Is the Puritii Air Purification System the only air purifier that removes biologicals, VOCs, & particulates?

The Puritii Air Purification System is the only 11-stage air filter that captures up to 99.99% of pollutants in all three categories. There are several other purification systems that are capable of removing pollutants in all categories, but what differentiates Puritii Air are the 11 distinct filtration stages, a high Clean Air Delivery Rate produced by a compact and energy efficient unit, and that all filtration technologies are contained in a single, easy-to-replace filter cartridge. Other purifiers that claim to remove all types of pollutants are typically much larger and can have 9 or more different filter components to replace. You will not find another air purifier with Puritii’s unique combination of VOC removal stages, including Activated Carbon (common in most filters), Potassium Permanganate, and Zeolite.

How do I compare the Puritii Air Purification System to other air purifiers?

There are many ways to compare air purification systems, whether it be how thoroughly the purifier cleans air, what types of pollutants it removes, how energy efficient it is, and what room size you can put the air purifier in. The most common measure of comparison is a number called the CADR (Clean Air Delivery Rate), which is used to describe an air filter’s ability to remove all pollutant particles, and is usually expressed in cubic feet per minute (CFM). The CADR of the Puritii APS is 303 CFM. This rating is typically only reported for the highest fan speed, in this case Turbo setting. Comparisons can also be made for the number of filtration stages (the Puritii APS has 11, most competitors advertise 3-5) and what type of pollutants the filtration stages remove (the Puritii APS removes all three types of pollutants – particulates, VOCs, bioaerosols – with high efficiency, whereas many commercial products focus only on particulate and odor removal).

How much will it cost to run the Puritii Air Purification System?

The Puritii Air Purification System (APS) is extremely energy efficient and qualifies for Energy Star designation. Utility costs vary by state, but if we use the national average utility rate of $0.12/kWh, you will pay approximately the following amounts in electricity costs PER YEAR if you run it 24 hours per day, 7 days per week:

Low setting (5 Watts) = $5.26

Medium setting (15 Watts) = $15.77

High setting (35 Watts) = $36.79

Turbo setting (100 Watts) = $105.12

How long should the Puritii Air Purification System be run?

When the Air Purification System is turned off, it is not cleaning the air in your home or business. The product was specifically designed with an energy efficient DC motor to keep your energy costs low – in fact, running the Air Purifier on the low setting for an entire year without interruption would only cost about $5.26 on your power bill (assuming the national utility average of USD $0.12/kWh). So go ahead and turn it up to high or turbo when you are away so that you come home to the cleanest air possible. Then, if the noise is too much, turn it down to medium or low to maintain the clean air while you are nearby.

How often should I replace the filters in the Puritii Air Purification System?

The Puritii Air Purification System (APS) will alert you via a light on the control panel and a soft beeping alarm when it is time to check the filters inside. This will happen about every 3 months. However, just because the light and alarm turn on does not necessarily mean that it is time to order a replacement filter. When your filters need to be replaced depends on how you use the device and how poor the air quality is in your area.
Take the time to inspect both the pre-filter and the main filter for visible signs of pollution accumulation. The pre-filter can be rinsed or vacuumed clean and re-used. If the main filter is dirty, it can be disposed with your regular trash. At the least, we recommend replacing the main filter every 6-12 months. Even though you can’t see it, the VOC removal stage can become saturated, after which the filter will be less effective at removing these pollutants. The good news is that if you purchased the Lifetime Warranty, ARIIX will send you a free replacement filter every year for the next 7 years!

Does the Puritii Air Purification System emit ozone?

The Puritii Air Purification System, like most other electronic appliances, produces a very small amount of ozone that is far below established limits. The Ionizer in the Puritii Air Purification System should not be confused with an ozone generator – the Ionizer produces negatively charged particles (ions), whereas ozone generators produce ozone (O3) in large quanitities that can be irritating to your throat and lungs. The Ionizer is safe to use at all times, whether you are at home or not. See Questions #21 for more information about the Ionizer.

As labeled on the unit and the carton, the 8-hour time weighted average (TWA) ozone emission of the air purifier is 0.001 part per million (or 1 part per billion) when measured in a 30 m3 room. The Underwriters Laboratory Safety Standard 867 and the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have established 50 parts per billion as the maximum allowable ozone emissions for medical devices (Puritii is not a medical device). Additionally, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has set an ozone peak concentration limit at 0.075 parts per million (73 FR 16436). The ozone emission levels of the Puritii Air Purification System and all of its components are well below established limits.

Can the Puritii Air Purification System be used in hospitals and clinics? Is it medical grade?

The Puritii Air Purification System (APS) can be sold to clinics, retirement homes, veterinary institutions and any other medically oriented institution based on the institutions’ individual regulations. In general, Medicaid lists Air Cleaners as ‘environmental control equipment not primarily medical in nature’ (§1861(n) of the Act). This designation means that air purification systems are typically not considered reimbursable as Durable Medical Equipment. There may be exceptions to this rule and customers are encouraged to speak with their physician and insurance provider.

Regardless of Medicaid’s designation, the Puritii APS has been thoroughly tested to remove over 99.9% of fine particles and up to 99.99% of VOCs like aldehydes, ammonia compounds, and benzenes, making it a necessary addition to every clinic, office, classroom, nail salon, gym, restaurant, or anywhere else, but especially every home.

Does the Puritii Air Purification System remove Radon gas?

Radon and its decay products may be reduced by the Air Purification System, although it has not been tested for radon reduction. Scientific literature exists showing that radon adsorbs (fancy word meaning ‘attaches to the surface of’, not to be confused with absorption with a ‘b’) to activated carbon, which is one of the components of the VOC stage of the Air Purification System. Additionally, some of the decay products may attach to other particulates (dust, pollen, etc.) which will be filtered based on their size. However, we do not publish any claims of radon reduction and cannot recommend the Air Purification System as an appropriate radon mitigation technique.

Has the Puritii Air Purification System received any awards?

Yes! The Puritii™ Air Purification System has won both a 2015 Bronze Stevie Award for the Best New Product or Service of the Year (Health & Pharmaceuticals Product category) and the 2015 Product Innovation Award from the Direct Selling Management Association.

How big is the Puritii Air Purification System?

The unit measures 23 x 14.25 x 12 inches (61 x 35.6 x 30.5 cm), and is similar in height to a shop vacuum or the seat of a typical dining table chair.

How big of a room can the Puritii Air Purification System clean?

The Puritii Air Purification System (APS) cleans a 920 square foot (85.5 square meters) room once every half hour when on Turbo setting, assuming you have 9-foot (2.74 meter) ceilings. For comparison, a typical North American living room is a little more than 300 square feet. The amount of space the APS cleans and the rate at which it cleans it depends on what setting you choose (Low, Medium, High, or Turbo), i.e. if you use Low setting, it will take longer to clean the same amount of space or the amount of space you can clean will be smaller when compared to Turbo setting.

Usage Tip:

The Puritii APS, like all standalone air cleaners, depends on air circulation to have the greatest effect. Compact air cleaners are not very good at circulating the air behind walls and closed doors, down hallways, or on different floors. Therefore, we recommend taking advantage of the portability of the Puritii APS and moving the unit to where you are! For example, put the APS in the main living area during the day and move it to your bedroom when you sleep. You could also purchase another unit to more efficiently clean and maintain pure air in separate areas of your home.