Top Quality Air Purifiers and Healthy Home Solutions that You Can Trust

New research over the past few years has linked air pollution to an ever-growing list of medical disorders. Now, thanks to a study published by a team from St. George's University in London, the list of conditions linked with low air quality has been expanded to include dementia. Here's what you need to know about the link between air pollution and dementia.  

  How Closely Are Air Pollution and Dementia Linked?

  The study was conducted in areas throughout London in an effort to measure how much of an effect higher levels of air pollution would have on rates of dementia diagnosis. For those living in high-pollution areas, the results were startling. Residents who lived in areas that ranked in the top 20 percent in terms of air pollution were 40 percent more likely to be diagnosed with dementia than those who lived in neighborhoods ranked in the bottom 20 percent. This finding shows that air pollution and dementia share a strong correlation.  

  How Does Air Pollution Contribute to Dementia?

  At the moment, scientists don't fully understand the link between air pollution and dementia. Research in rodents suggests that pollution increases production of a peptide in the brain that can cause neurodegeneration. The exact mechanism that causes this, however, hasn't yet been explained.  

  Protecting Yourself From Air Pollution

  If you live in a heavily polluted area, the link with dementia is just one among many reasons to take steps to protect yourself from air pollution. You can limit your exposure to air pollution by using a home air purifier. The best air purifiers for air pollution use a combination of HEPA and carbon filters, as this combination can remove both gases and particles from the air. Although the problem of air pollution is a large and complex one that likely won't be solved anytime soon, using an air purifier can at least help to protect you in your home.   Have questions about which air purifier is right for your needs? Don't worry, we're here to help. Feel free to contact us, and we'll help you select the right air purifier for your home.

Your home gym provides you with a convenient and comfortable place in which to improve your health through exercise. If you want the space itself to be as healthy as possible, though, you should consider using an air purifier in your home gym. Here are a few of the reasons that air purifiers are important in home gyms and some of our top models for this kind of use.  

Why Do You Need an Air Purifier in Your Home Gym?

  Like any other space, there are several types of impurities that can build up in a home gym. Ordinary dust, mold spores and other common household contaminants will be just as common in your gym as in the rest of your home. There are also contaminants that are unique to spaces with gym equipment in them, such as toxins given off by some rubber and foam gym mats and the fillers used in rubber or vinyl weights.   These impurities are bad enough on their own, but the exercise you do in your home gym makes them more dangerous. When you do an intensive workout, you will begin to inhale more air in order to deliver the necessary amount of oxygen to your muscles. As a result, you'll breathe in more of whatever contaminants or impurities happen to be in the air around you. This increase in respiration is why it's so important to have clean air in your home gym.   Beyond health reasons, an air purifier in your home gym can help to reduce any unpleasant odors. Many home gyms end up taking on a general smell of sweat and stale air over time. A good air purifier can help keep the air fresher, making your home gym a more pleasant place in which to work out.  

What Are Some Good Air Purifiers for Home Gyms?

  To target odors, gases and common particles, you need an air purifier with both HEPA and carbon filtration. Some of the units that are good for home gym use include:  

• Amaircare 3000
• Airpura R600
• Austin Air HealthMate
• IQAir GC Multigas
• Field Controls TRIO

  Using an air purifier in your home gym is a great way to improve the space and keep the air in it healthy. If you have questions about any of our air purifiers, feel free to contact us directly, and we'll be happy to help you find the best unit for your needs.  

If you're a 3D printing enthusiast or professional, you may have found yourself wondering "Do I need an air purifier for 3D printing?" Although you may not think of the printing as being dangerous, the heating of plastic filaments involved in the FDM printing process produces emissions you definitely don't want to be breathing in. Here's what you need to know about the fumes and particles that the printing process can produce and why you need an air purifier for 3D printing.  

Fumes and Particles Released by 3D Printing

  When plastic filaments are heated up, they naturally release some fumes into the air. These fumes consist of a category of gases known as VOCs, or volatile organic compounds. While some people believe that printing at lower temperatures can reduce the risks associated with fumes, the fact of the matter is that many common FDM filament materials begin emitting VOCs well below the temperatures needed to make them pliable enough for printing.   Of even greater concern  is the fact that FDM printing releases ultrafine particles, or UFPs, which are minute airborne particles. UFPs can be absorbed into the bloodstream through the lungs, allowing them to spread throughout your entire body. UFP exposure has been shown to have a high rate of correlation with both lung cancer and heart disease.  

Does Filament and Printer Choice Matter?

  Needless to say, not all 3D printer filaments are alike. Just as they have different material properties, filaments also produce different levels of emissions. ABS and PLA, for example, produce very different amounts of both VOCs and UFPs. In fact, ABS releases UFPs at a rate about one order of magnitude higher than PLA. However, even PLA filament isn't without its risks, since it is still classified as having a high UFP emission rate. Nylon, another common filament material, is classified as being about as risky as ABS.   Interestingly, studies have shown that there is also variation within each individual type of filament. A 2015 analysis found that spools of the same material purchased from different suppliers released notably different amounts of both VOCs and UFPs. This variance occurred even when the spools of filament were tested on precisely the same 3D printer at the same temperature. That study also found that it takes between 10 and 30 minutes for UFP levels to return to normal in a room after the printing process ends.   To a certain extent, your choice of printer does impact how many fumes and UFPs you'll be exposed to. Industrial 3D printers often have vents built into them. Unfortunately, low-cost home 3D printers usually don't feature vents. As a result, home 3D printing hobbyists are often exposed to higher levels of VOCs and UFPs than professionals who use 3D printers on a regular basis.  

How to 3D Print Safely

  Needless to say, 3D printing is both a great hobby and an essential component of many manufacturing businesses. The key to solving the problems presented by 3D printer emissions isn't to stop your printing activities, but simply to make a few changes that will help keep you safer. One simple change you can make is to print in an open space with adequate ventilation. This will keep the fumes and particles released by the printing process from concentrating. Although it isn't a complete solution on its own, you can also use PLA in place of ABS or nylon whenever possible, since it does produce fewer emissions.   If you really want to make sure you're safe from harmful airborne contaminants, though, you should consider getting an air purifier for 3D printing. Using the right air purifier can help to capture both the gases and particles that 3D printers produce. It is important, however, to select the right air purifier for the job.  

What Makes a Good Air Purifier for 3D Printing?

  The key feature of a good 3D printing air purifier is that it includes both carbon and HEPA filtration. This is essential, since neither type of filter is able to remove all of the emissions from 3D printing on its own. Here are some of our top recommended air purifiers for 3D printing hobbyists and professionals who are working with non-vented machines:  

•   Amaircare 3000 and 4000 models
•   Airpura R600, I600 and P600 models
•   IQAir GC Multigas

  If you have questions about selecting an air purifier for 3D printing, feel free to contact US Air Purifiers directly. We'll be happy to answer your questions and help you select the ideal unit for your personal needs. Whether you're a seasoned 3D printing expert or you've just bought your first printer, we have air purifiers that will let you enjoy 3D printing to its fullest without the risk of compromising your health.

For many years, vaping has been gaining popularity, particularly among young people. Although it is obviously better for your health than smoking tobacco, vaping still has its downsides where air quality is concerned. Luckily, a good air purifier is an easy way to deal with these issues. Here are some of the reasons that people need air purifiers for vaping, along with some good units for the job.  

  Reasons to Use an Air Purifier for Vaping

  The main reason you should use an air purifier in places where you vape frequently is that vapor can leave a lingering odor over time. Although this odor may be pleasant or even largely undetectable to you, other people will probably notice it. Using an air purifier is especially important if you live with roommates or family members who don't care for the odor. Doing so will also save you the trouble of getting the odor out if and when you decide to move somewhere else.   If you have severe asthma or fragrance sensitivity and live with someone who vapes, an air purifier is definitely essential. The vapor released into the air is largely harmless to most people, but for asthmatics and other people with respiratory disorders, second-hand vapor can be a trigger for symptoms. This use of air purifiers for vaping goes both ways. If you vape and live with an asthmatic, using an air purifier is a considerate yet easy way to balance your vaping with that person's health needs.   Finally, air purifiers for vaping are a good idea because of the residue that vaping can allow to build up on windows and other glass and metal surfaces over time. Vaping residue is fairly easy to clean, but many people prefer not to have to deal with it. If you live in a rented home or apartment, the property owner may also not appreciate the buildup. Using an air purifier can help to at least minimize this buildup, making cleanup easy when it does need to be done.  

  Best Air Purifiers for Vaping

  Although vaping isn't usually the main focus of air purification units, there are several units that are capable of removing many of the undesirable elements of vapor from the air in your home. To effectively remove the odors in vapor, you need an air purifier that has carbon filtration. Some of our top air purifiers for odors include:  

•   IQAir GC Multigas
•   EnviroKlenz
•   AllerAir AirMedic Pro 5 Vocarb
•   Amaircare 3000 VOC

  One common misconception about air purifiers for vaping is that they need to have HEPA filters to remove particulate matter. However, studies have shown that vaping does not cause particulate matter to accumulate. As a result, the odors that accompany the vapor should be the main focus of any attempt to purify air in connection with vaping.

Many people love autumn, but for asthmatics, the fall season can be a mixed bag of good and bad. People with asthma can experience worse symptoms in the fall for many different reasons. Here are a few of the factors that make asthma worse during the autumn months.  

  Air Becomes More Dry in the Fall

  As the days get shorter going into fall, the air becomes cooler and drier. Although this is a welcome change in terms of comfort after the hot, humid summer, it is also a factor that can exacerbate asthma symptoms. Dry air acts as a respiratory irritant and makes both asthma and COPD worse. Though this effect of dry air is more pronounced in winter, it can also contribute to the worsening of your symptoms in the fall.  

  Ragweed Pollen Is Being Spread

  Just like spring, autumn is an allergy season. In the case of the fall months, ragweed pollen is the main culprit. Ragweed is distributed widely in the United States and is responsible for giving even people without asthma severe allergic reactions. If you suffer from asthma, ragweed pollen can irritate your respiratory system and make your symptoms worse. Some people even suffer from both asthma and ragweed allergies.  

  Leaf Cleanup Is Going On

  Fall leaf cleanup is a chore that almost all households have to deal with. If you have asthma, though, leaf cleanup can be a real problem. Fallen leaves often have mold growing on them if they're wet, while very dry ones will produce leaf dust. In either event, leaf cleanup can worsen your asthma symptoms. It doesn't help if you live near someone who burns leaves, as ash and smoke from fires can also trigger asthma attacks.  

  What Can You Do?

  If your asthma gets worse in the fall, there are several steps you can take. One major way to protect yourself is to ask or hire someone to take care of your fall lawn cleanup, since that will prevent you from being exposed to some of the worse autumn irritants. You should also try to limit your exposure to ragweed by avoiding spending too much time outdoors. If possible, try to keep a change of clothes handy so that you can quickly change when you come home. Pollen can accumulate on your clothes and shoes while you're outside, then bother you in your home later as a result.   To keep yourself breathing comfortably at home, a residential air purifier is the best solution. A good air purifier can remove mold spores, ragweed pollen and even smoke and ash from leaf fires. If dry air is bothering you, a small humidifier can also be a good way to keep your symptoms under control.   Have questions about using air purifiers or humidifiers to keep your asthma symptoms from getting worse in the fall? We're here to help. Feel free to contact us with any questions you may have, and we'll help you pick out the perfect air purification system for your needs.