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When you're traveling, it's often necessary to give up certain comforts and conveniences that you would have at home. One thing you shouldn't be giving up, though, is clean air. Whether you're staying with a relative or at a chain hotel, you can make sure that the air you're breathing is as healthy as possible by bringing along a travel air purifier. Here's what you should know about using an air purifier while you're on the road and three of the units we recommend for taking with you wherever you go.  

  What Features Should a Travel Air Purifier Have?

  The first and most important feature of a good air purifier for traveling is its size. While larger air purifiers are great for home use, you don't want to be hauling one into and out of a hotel room every night. Ideally, units for use on the road should be small enough to be carried easily and weigh as little as possible.   It's also important to think about the kind of filtration you'll need. Obviously, dust, pollen and other particulates are the first things most people think of in terms of air purification. In hotel rooms, though, you'll likely be exposed to some residual chemicals due to the daily cleanings the rooms are put through. For this reason, an air purifier with at least some ability to filter VOCs may be worth considering, especially if you have asthma or some other form of chemical sensitivity.  

  What Are the Best Air Purifiers for Traveling?

  Taking these things into consideration, these three units stand out as the best for traveling:  

  Airfree Onix:

  The Airfree Onix is a filterless air purifier that uses a thermal core to target bacteria, viruses, mold, dust, dander, pollen and other particulates. Although it can't target VOCs or odors, this unit is a great option for travelers without chemical sensitivities. At 3.3 pounds, the Onix can easily be carried wherever you need it, while its ability to cover up to 650 square feet makes it useful for even large hotel rooms.  

  Blueair 211+

  The Blueair 211+ is a HEPA air purifier that features a foldable carbon filter that gives it some ability to target gases and VOCs. This unit can clean spaces of up to 540 square feet. While it's a bit heavier than the others at 13 pounds, the 211+ is still light and compact enough to be moved fairly easily.  

  Amaircare Roomaid VOC

  If you're looking for the best travel air purifier, the Amaircare Roomaid VOC is a very strong contender. This 5-pound unit can cover up to 300 square feet of space and offers both true HEPA filtration and a carbon filter that can effectively target gases, odors and VOCs. Best of all, the Amaircare Roomaid VOC can be plugged into the cigarette lighter of your car and used while you're driving! We also have a blog post on the Roomaid's status as the best car air purifier we offer if you want to learn more about using this unit while you're driving.   Whether you're on the road frequently for business or just planning for an upcoming vacation, one of these travel air purifiers may be the right model to give you access to clean air, no matter where you end up. Have questions about these or any of the other units sold here at US Air Purifiers? We're here to help! Feel free to contact us with your questions, and we'll be happy to provide you with answers and personalized product recommendations based on your needs.

People who shop for air purifiers often find themselves wondering about the best units for different spaces in their homes. Because there are a practically limitless number of different home layouts, buyers with similar purification needs may require drastically different units to optimize the air quality in their houses. Last year, we created a blog post on small space air purifiers, but we've decided that a similar guide is needed for larger spaces. Here are six of our favorite air purifiers for large rooms that you can use in large, open spaces within your home.  

  1. Amaircare 3000

  With the ability to cover up to 1,800 square feet, the Amaircare 3000 is a great solution for large garages, open basements and other large, open spaces in the home. This unit comes in two different submodels, one with a HEPA focus and one with a VOC focus. As air purifiers for large rooms go, the Amaircare 3000 is also quite budget-friendly.  

  2. Airpura R600

  The Airpura R600 is a general purpose air purifier with high-quality HEPA and carbon filtration. With a capacity of 2,000 square feet, the R600 is great for large home spaces and in many cases is large enough to cover an entire house on its own.  

  3. IQAir HealthPro

  The IQAir HealthPro uses proprietary HyperHEPA technology to capture the extremely tiny particles that even ordinary HEPA filters miss. The unit is also available in an upgraded model, the HealthPro Plus, which features a gas and VOC filtration cartridge. Both of these units can perform two air changes per hour in spaces of up to 1,125 square feet.  

  4. AllerAir AirMedic Pro 6 UV

  The AllerAir AirMedic Pro 6 with UV germicidal lamp is a great air purifier for large rooms if you're looking for a unit that can tackle particles, gases and pathogens. The AirMedic's UV lamp targets bacteria and viruses, which are too small for ordinary filters to capture effectively. This unit is meant for use in spaces of up to 1,800 square feet.  

  5. Blueair Pro XL

  At 1,180 square feet, the Pro XL is Blueair's highest capacity air purifier. The XL offers high-grade HEPA filtration, as well as an optional Smokestop VOC filter. Impressively, this unit is meant to perform up to five complete air changes per hour.  

 6. Field Controls TRIO

  Rounding out the list of air purifiers for large rooms is the Field Controls TRIO, a medical-grade all purpose air purifier that can be used in spaces of up to 1,000 square feet. The unit's filtration targets everything from dust and dander to viruses and bacteria, making it a great all-around model for practically any use.   Have questions about these air purifiers for large spaces or any other units we sell at US Air Purifiers? We're here to help! Feel free to contact us directly, and we'll be happy to provide you with answers and personalized product recommendations based on your needs.

Firefighters provide critical services to communities, often putting their own lives on the line in the process. While any fire poses significant immediate risks to a firefighter's life and health, there are also hidden risks that come with the profession. Over time, exposure to smoke, ash and toxic fumes can compromise a firefighter's health. While these problems are occupational hazards that don't have any single solution, using a fire station air purifier may help to provide some protection and relief. Here's what all firefighters and fire department support staff should know about air purification for the firehouse.  

  Why Would You Need Air Purification at a Fire Station?

  Aside from the smoke residue and particulate matter that can come in on uniforms when firefighters return from putting out a blaze, fire stations carry risks of their own. Diesel emissions from the shop, for instance, can build up in the air and eventually be breathed in by those who work in the fire station. Combine these issues with the fact that firefighters are already called upon to expose themselves to ash, smoke and fumes on a regular basis, and the occupation can present some serious long-term health challenges.   Adding to these concerns is the fact that firefighters often work 24-hour shifts. Unfortunately, these long shifts involve prolonged exposure to low air quality conditions. Carry this out over a career, and the risks from this prolonged exposure begin to add up and become quite significant.  

  What Are Some Common Issues Firefighters Experience?

  Career firefighters often suffer from a range of health issues associated with low air quality. Among these are sleep apnea, long-term toxic accumulation from repeated exposures to airborne toxins and even the development of COPD. While an air purifier certainly can't solve all of the air quality problems that firefighters face in the performance of their jobs, using one in the fire station can at least give them a respite and prevent further exposure to hazardous contaminants.  

  Best Air Purifiers for Fire Stations

  A popular solution is to combine the Airpura I600 model with either the Airpura F600DLX or C600DLX. The I600 model provides optimal protection from particulate matter in the air, while the F600DLX or C600DLX will offer protection from gases, VOCs and chemical fumes that may be present in the station. Together, these units provide blanket coverage against most major contaminants that are relevant to firefighters. In addition to use at the fire station, these units are also small enough to be used by firefighters in their own homes for extra protection. Alternatively, fire stations can also use the industrial-grade Amaircare ES3X combination HEPA and VOC filtration model.   Have questions about using air purifiers for fire stations or the specific benefits of the units we recommend? Don't worry, we're here to help. Feel free to contact us for information or product recommendations, and we'll be happy to help you select the ideal air purifier for your station's needs.

Pet birds are colorful, engaging and make wonderful animal companions. As a bird owner, though, its important for you to clean up properly after your feathery friend. One component of this that many bird owners overlook is using an air purifier to keep dander out of the air. Here's what you need to know about air purifiers for birds and why you should be using one if you aren't already.  

  Why Is Bird Dander a Problem?

  While birds produce dander naturally, allowing it to build up in your home can be have adverse health effects. To begin with, many people suffer from bird dander allergies that can range from mild sneezing to itchy rashes that result from direct physical contact. In some cases, this condition can develop into what is known as bird keeper's lung, a condition in which bird owners become very sensitive to bird dander after it has been allowed to build up in their lungs over a period of time.   It's also important to keep in mind that even if you aren't suffering any adverse effects, there's a good chance that dander from your bird is making your house less clean that it would otherwise be. Just as dog owners often ignore the hair that their pets shed, bird owners sometimes stop paying attention to dander. However, if you have guests over to your house, there's a good chance that they notice the white, powdery substance that your pet bird produces.  

  What Are Some of the Best Air Purifiers for Birds?

  In addition to their small particulate dander, birds can also produce odors that may be unpleasant to house guests. For this reason, it's usually a good idea to use a combination HEPA and carbon unit when selecting an air purifier for birds. Some of our top recommended models are listed below:  

•   Austin Air Healthmate: Simple and affordable, covers up to 1,500 square feet
•   Airpura UV600: Provides powerful protection in spaces of up to 2,000 square feet
•   Amaircare 3000 VOC: Very quiet, covers 1,800 square feet
•   IQAir HealthPro Plus: Powerful filtration, filter change reminders and remote control. Covers 1,125 square feet
•   Blueair Pro L: Quiet, features filter change reminder and makes changing your filters easy. Covers 780 square feet.

  Your pet bird can be a cheerful companion that brightens up your day, but don't let owning a bird resolve you to having a house full of dander. Using one of these air purifiers for birds is a great way to keep dander and odors under control, ensuring that both you and your feathered pet have cleanest and healthiest environment to live in.

Air purifiers can be used practically anywhere, from offices and homes to college dorm rooms. But, did you know that they can also help keep the air in your car clean? Vehicles present their own unique challenges when it comes to maintaining high air quality, not the least of which is the fact that most air purifiers aren't adaptable to an automotive power plug. Fortunately, one of the best car air purifiers on the market, the Amaircare Roomaid, is available here at US Air Purifiers! Here's what you need to know about using an air purifier in your car and why the Amaircare Roomaid is a great model to have with you on the road.  

  Why Would You Need a Car Air Purifier?

  There are several good reasons to use an air purifier in your car, particularly when you're driving long distances. The most important of these is the fact that pollution from vehicle exhaust gets inside your car when you drive, lowering the quality of the air you're breathing. Studies have shown that nitrogen dioxide (NO2) levels from exhaust can get just as high inside a car as outside. When it comes to exhaust particulates, your car's ventilation system may give you some protection, but not enough to maintain high air quality levels. Likewise, running the air conditioning can help keep pollution levels to a minimum, but they will still be elevated.   Beyond the problems caused by vehicle exhaust, the air inside a car is subject to all of the same quality issues that the air in your home or office is. Pollen, non-exhaust pollution and other contaminants can get in from the outside, especially if you drive with your windows down.   Finally, the interior of the car itself can present some problems. Plastics and foams used in interior parts can release chemicals into the air, particularly when they are allowed to get too hot in the summertime. In fact, the "new car smell" that many people experience immediately after purchasing an off-the-line car is a result of this kind of off gassing.   Together, these facts form a strong argument for investing in a car air purifier. Between NO2, exhaust particulates, ordinary air impurities and chemical fumes from interior parts, the quality of the air in your car experiences downward pressure from multiple sides. The question, then, is what kind of air purifier you can use to combat the problem.  

  What Kind of Air Purifier Do You Need?

  Because the air quality issues inside your car include both particles and gases, you will need an air purifier that combines HEPA and carbon filters to target a broad range of contaminants. A HEPA filter will remove particles, while the carbon can mitigate gases, fumes and odors.   In addition to the filters it requires, a car air purifier must also be relatively small, portable and be able to plug into a cigarette lighter receptacle. Because of these requirements, most standard residential air purifiers aren't well-suited to being used in cars.  

  Why the Amaircare Roomaid VOC Is the Best Car Air Purifier

  Taking these factors into account, the Amaircare Roomaid VOC stands out a great solution for use in your car, truck or SUV. This air purifier offers carbon filtration for a focus on gases and VOCs, but also includes a HEPA filter to deal with particles. With a car adapter plug, this air purifier is specifically designed for use inside of vehicles.

  The Roomaid VOC is also extremely compact and portable. Weighing only 5 pounds and standing just 7.5 inches high, this air purifier is easy to pick up and take with you, no matter where you're going. This also makes it a great unit for taking to the office with you or using in hotel rooms when you're on a trip. Just run the unit in the car while you're driving, then unplug it from the adapter and bring it in with you when you reach your destination. Despite its small size, the Roomaid's 300 square foot capacity makes it a great solution for small spaces outside the car as well.   Aside from its advantages as an air purifier for car use, the Amaircare Roomaid VOC is also a very well-constructed unit. Featuring 360-degree air intake, all-steel construction and a 2-speed high-efficiency fan, this model offers high quality and great value in a small package.  

Learn More About the Amaircare Roomaid VOC

  Whether you have a daily commute or take long car trips regularly, having clean air in your car is an essential. By using the Amaircare Roomaid VOC as a car air purifier, you can maintain the highest possible levels of air quality during your daily drive. Have questions about this unit or other air-quality related questions? Feel free to contact us for answers and personalized product recommendations.