About Air Filtration Systems for the Printing Industry

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About Air Filtration Systems for the Printing Industry from Quatro Air Technologies

Quatro Air has specialized in the print industry for the past 19 years and provides numerous printer manufacturers with an OEM solution adapted to their needs. We provide 4 different types of systems to the printer marketplace: 

• The first type of system provides humidity control for the print environment. 
• The second type of system is our Fresh Air series which can provide air recirculation for both dust control (Hepa filters capture 99.97 % of particles as small as 0.3 micron) as well as VOC and odor control.  As most large format printers are aware, off-gassing from the print material doesn’t stop the instant that the material has printed.  As one of our first products 19 years ago Quatro Air has shipped Fresh Air purifiers to thousands of print houses around the world. 
• The third type of equipment is used in ablative processes such as CTP; the AF400, AF800 and the CSA can be used in these applications; talk to our experts to see which solution best fits your application. 
• The fourth type of system provides dust free positive or negative pressure environments for specific print applications as well as new innovative technology geared towards odor removal.  We offer some standard units with a combination of easily replaceable pre-filter sections, true HEPA filters and activated carbon for VOC and odor elimination.  For customers who produce a lot of particulate material we have a number of solutions with large, easy to replace dust bags that can capture a tremendous amount of particulate without reducing the effectiveness of the system. 

All of our systems are UL/CSA/CE certified and are available in 110V or 230V versions for shipping internationally.  Call us today about your printing application, no one has more experience in the print industry when it comes to clean, odor-free air.

 

Pro Series air filtration system high dust chemical odor removal ducting recirculating capabilities compact portable

• High dust and odor removal, filtration capabilities
• Attractive, compact and portable
• Extremely quiet, 56 dBA
• Does not require ductwork eliminating installation costs
• Ducting capabilities if needed
• Unique, maintenance friendly design, filters can be changed in minutes
• Filter flexibility allows for multi-purpose use – mix and match to suit and configure to your needs and application
  2” Pleated pre-filter
  6” High capacity filter
  12” High capacity filter
  2” HEPA filter
  6” HEPA filter
  12” HEPA filter
  2” Activated carbon filter
  12” Activated carbon filter
• Digital controls
• Audible and Visual alarms
• Caster mounted
• Fine dust particulate removal capabilities
• Larger dust particulate removal capabilities
• Light odor chemical gas control removal capabilities
• Heavy odor chemical gas control removal capabilities
• Plug and play
• Dimensions:
  37” x 16” x 22”
  52” x 16” x 22”
  71” x 24” 26”

Recommended Model / Filter Configuration:
| Fine Particulate Control | Large Particles Control | Light Odor Control Capabilities | Heavy Odor Control Capabilities |

 

| BreathEasy Pro Configurations - JPG | BreathEasy Filters |

 

Contact Us

• Toll Free: 1-888-395-0330 or 1-800-626-0664 (North America- Continental USA and Canada)
• Fax: 1 (419) 710-9876
• Outside of North America: 1 (514) 421-0658
  You may also fax to us your information request: eFax: 1 (419) 710-9876
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CHEMICAL FILTERS, Activated Carbon, Activated Charcoal Filtration for odor gas fumes removal control

CHEMICAL FILTERS

HEPA filters and traditional ventilation filters only remove particulate matter and therefore some other means must be employed to treat and remove gases, odors and vapors.  A commonly used and readily available product to achieve this goal is activated carbon.

Activated carbon can come in many shapes, sizes and forms.  Traditionally raw substrate materials such as coal, wood, peat-moss and coconut shell are thermally processed to produce an air filter quality activated carbon.  A Virgin non-impregnated activated carbon is useful in the removal of general volatile organic compounds (VOC's) or hydrocarbons.  It’s uses are widespread, and are frequently applied as a general purpose catch all material for non-critical applications.

For more specific and critical gas phase control, activated carbons can also be impregnated with specialty chemicals.  This is done to enhance the removal efficiency and capacity for a specific contaminant that is not effectively captured by the virgin non-impregnated activated carbon.  Common impregnates include phosphoric acid, sodium and potassium hydroxide. iodine, potassium permanganate and sulfur to name a few.

It is extremely important to realize that there are thousands of different types of carbons available on the market and the appropriate carbon must be selected for the specific application.  That is to say that if you have purchased a “BLACK” carbon it is not necessarily what you need.  For the novice, making media selections is often the most difficult aspect of the gas-phase filtration design process.  Please feel free to contact us at Quatro and use our in-house chemical engineers to evaluate your needs for your specific application.

Activated Carbon, Activated Charcoal - What it does and how it works.
Activated carbon is carbon that has been treated with oxygen to open up millions of tiny pores between the carbon atoms. There are so many of these that one pound of activated carbon has a surface area of 60 to 150 acres

The technology used in military gas masks.
Activated carbon is the substance that keeps military personnel safe from poisonous gasses. It is also used for water filtration.

Adsorption
Adsorption is the process where certain chemicals are attracted to activated carbon and then bond to it. The millions of pores in the activated carbon provide enormous surface area to trap these chemicals.

The bigger the filter, the more activated carbon, the more chemicals it adsorbs and the longer it keeps on working.
An activated carbon filter acts like a sponge. When it is full it can adsorb no more. The more carbon you have the more you can adsorb before changing the filter. It will last from 9 to 24 months. Most off the shelf air cleaners, air purifiers, have only a few token ounces of activated carbon sprayed on a mesh. It's not enough to have any useful long term effect.

Impregnated activated carbon
Catalysts can be added to activated carbon to enable it to attract non-carbon based chemicals. Our air quality experts will recommend the right solution to any air contamination problem you encounter.

 

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• Fax: 1 (419) 710-9876
• Outside of North America: 1 (514) 421-0658
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Avoid second-hand smoke

The best way to protect your family from the health effects of second-hand smoke is to quit smoking and make your home and car 100% smoke-free.

What is second-hand smoke?

Second-hand smoke is what smokers exhale and what rises from an idle burning cigarette, cigar or pipe.

Second-hand smoke spreads from one room to another even if the door of the smoking area is closed. Also, harmful chemicals can cling to rugs, curtains, clothes, food, furniture, and other materials, and can remain in a room or car long after someone has smoked.

If anyone is smoking in your car or home, you and your family are being exposed to second-hand smoke.

No level of ventilation will eliminate the harmful effects of second-hand smoke. Opening a car or room window or turning on a fan may cause the smoke to be blown directly back inside.

Air fresheners only mask the smell of the smoke and do not reduce the harm in any way. Even air filters (air purifiers) cannot remove all of the cancer-causing agents.

Health risks

Did you know?

Second-hand smoke is especially dangerous to children because their lungs are still developing. Many chemicals in second-hand smoke can even pass through a pregnant woman's placenta and reach the fetus.

Second-hand smoke hurts everyone. It contains the same 4,000+ chemicals that are inhaled by a smoker. At least 70 of the chemicals found in second-hand smoke are known to cause cancer.

People who breathe second-hand smoke are at risk for:

• heart problems
• lung cancer
• emphysema
• breathing problems (like asthma)
• chest infections
• ear infections
• excessive coughing
• throat irritation

Unborn babies are at extra risk for: | More – the rest of the article |

http://www.healthycanadians.gc.ca/environment-environnement/home-maison/smoke-fumee-eng.php

mold remediation, hospital construction renovation contractors, chemical fumes odors removal, negative air pressure, positive air pressure options

Up to 1000 CFM- delivered, Variable Speed

True HEPA Filtration for airborne particles, mold spores, etc.

Activated Carbon / Charcoal Gas Phase Adsorbents (up to 12” Activated Charcoal, Activated Chemical Odor Filter) for chemical fumes, toxic gases, odor

Mold, asbestos abatement, remediation in schools, hospitals, commercial building,

Hospital contractors / renovation, construction, disaster restorator, etc.

Negative air pressure , Positive air pressure applications- can be customized with flange adaptors for a flex hose connection.

 

CSA-600 - Heavy Duty Dust & Odor Removal

Description

• The CSA is the workhorse fume extractor of the laser industry; designed to operate in a heavy duty environment.  A large pre-filter bag that is easily accessed to change via a convenient side panel eliminates much of the debris that might otherwise clog the more expensive HEPA filters.  A huge chemical bed of 66Lb. (30kg) provides significant odor and VOC protection for much longer than the light duty units again providing a solution that can withstand a heavy workload.  Chemical compounds can be customized based on specific applications
• With large collection bag, HEPA Filter & Deepbed Odor filters
• LaserBlue Gel seal guarantees NO BYPASS
• Dual hi-speed turbine for high suction, pressure & airflow
• Whisper quiet operation is office friendly
• Universal design allows for 2.5", 3", 4" inlet along with discharge

  
capture arm available option

Pro Series air filtration system high dust chemical odor removal ducting recirculating capabilities compact portable

• High dust and odor removal, filtration capabilities
• Attractive, compact and portable
• Extremely quiet, 56 dBA
• Does not require ductwork eliminating installation costs
• Ducting capabilities if needed
• Unique, maintenance friendly design, filters can be changed in minutes
• Filter flexibility allows for multi-purpose use – mix and match to suit and configure to your needs and application
  2” Pleated pre-filter
  6” High capacity filter
  12” High capacity filter
  2” HEPA filter
  6” HEPA filter
  12” HEPA filter
  2” Activated carbon filter
  12” Activated carbon filter
• Digital controls
• Audible and Visual alarms
• Caster mounted
• Fine dust particulate removal capabilities
• Larger dust particulate removal capabilities
• Light odor chemical gas control removal capabilities
• Heavy odor chemical gas control removal capabilities
• Plug and play
• Dimensions:
  37” x 16” x 22”
  52” x 16” x 22”
  71” x 24” 26”

Recommended Model / Filter Configuration:
| Fine Particulate Control | Large Particles Control | Light Odor Control Capabilities | Heavy Odor Control Capabilities |

Contact Us

• Toll Free: 1-888-395-0330 or 1-800-626-0664 (North America- Continental USA and Canada)
• Fax: 1 (419) 710-9876
• Outside of North America: 1 (514) 421-0658
  You may also fax to us your information request: eFax: 1 (419) 710-9876
• Contact Us Form - Click on this link to send us message

Reduce exposure to, remove and/or reduce cigarette, cigar, tobacco smoke fumes and odour / odor.

SECONDHAND SMOKE CIGARETTE TOBACCO SMOKE AIR CLEANER AIR PURIFIER AIR FILTRATION SYSTEM

What is Secondhand (second hand) Smoke?

• Secondhand (second hand) smoke is a mixture of the smoke given off by the burning end of a cigarette, pipe, or cigar, and the smoke exhaled from the lungs of smokers.
• This mixture contains more than 4,000 substances, more than 40 of which are known to cause cancer in humans or animals and many of which are strong irritants.
• Secondhand (second hand) smoke is also called environmental tobacco smoke (ETS); exposure to secondhand smoke is called involuntary smoking, or passive smoking.

Secondhand Smoke Can Cause Lung Cancer in Nonsmokers

• Secondhand (second hand) smoke has been classified by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as a known cause of lung cancer in humans (Group A carcinogen).
• Passive smoking is estimated by EPA to cause approximately 3,000 lung cancer deaths in nonsmokers each year.

Secondhand Smoke is a Serious Health Risk to Children

• The developing lungs of young children are also affected by exposure to secondhand (second hand) smoke.
• Infants and young children whose parents smoke are among the most seriously affected by exposure to secondhand (second hand) smoke, being at increased risk of lower respiratory tract infections such as pneumonia and bronchitis. 

Disclaimer: Espitech Air Products disclaims all warranties, implied or otherwise, that anyone (non-smoker or smoker) who installs our air purifiers, air cleaners, or air scrubbers as an alternative to seeking a smoke free environment will be protected from the health risks caused by exposure to second hand (secondhand) smoke.

Models appropriate for cigar, cigarette smoke haze, odor removal filtration from Airpurifiers-r-us.com

Pro Series air filtration system high dust chemical odor removal ducting recirculating capabilities compact portable

Home and Office Series Air Filtration System Hepa and Activated Carbon Chemical Filter

Central Air, Whole House, Air Filtration System connects easily to any ducted central furnace system to filter the air in the entire home

 

Contact Us

• Toll Free: 1-888-395-0330 or 1-800-626-0664 (North America- Continental USA and Canada)
• Fax: 1 (419) 710-9876
• Outside of North America: 1 (514) 421-0658
  You may also fax to us your information request: eFax: 1 (419) 710-9876
• Contact Us Form - Click on this link to send us message

beauty salons, nail salons, hair salons, chemical fumes, odors, odor control air purifier, filtration system

You can reduce your exposure with the help an air purifier, air cleaner, air scrubber, air filtration system equipped with an activated carbon / charcoal chemical gas fumes filter.

Pro Series air filtration system high dust chemical odor removal ducting recirculating capabilities compact portable

Home and Office Series Air Filtration System Hepa and Activated Carbon Chemical Filter

Central Air, Whole House, Air Filtration System connects easily to any ducted central furnace system to filter the air in the entire home

With Source Capture articulating Flex Hose – 24” x 3” diameter – Capture hood, 8” diameter

Contact Us

• Toll Free: 1-888-395-0330 or 1-800-626-0664 (North America- Continental USA and Canada)
• Fax: 1 (419) 710-9876
• Outside of North America: 1 (514) 421-0658
  You may also fax to us your information request: eFax: 1 (419) 710-9876
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Cigarette Smoke Odor, Smoking Room, Cigar Odor Air Purifier, Filtration System

Tobacco smoke poses a unique indoor air quality concern. Not only does tobacco contain chemicals, odors, and smoke particles; those particles contain tar which block up conventional particle filters in air purifiers. An air purifier for tobacco smoke must be able to combat all of these concerns without having the tar quickly ruin the filters.

On Second Hand Smoke

• Second hand smoke has been classified by the U.S. EPA as a Class A carcinogen | More |
• Disclaimer: Espitech Air Products disclaims all warranties, implied or otherwise, that anyone (non-smoker or smoker) who installs our air purifiers, air cleaners, or air scrubbers as an alternative to seeking a smoke free environment will be protected from the health risks caused by exposure to second hand smoke.
• "No air filtration or air purification system has been designed that can eliminate all the harmful constituents of secondhand smoke. A reduction of the harmful constituents of secondhand smoke does not protect against the disease and death caused by exposure to secondhand smoke. The U.S. Surgeon General has determined secondhand smoke to cause heart disease, lung cancer, and respiratory illness."

How Smoke Odor is Removed

• When first turned on in an already smoke-filled room, the first effect is the removal of the sharp irritants that affect the eyes and the nose. If an  impregnated media filtering unit is already running when smoke starts, the smoke and the vapor is eliminated and an odor free condition can be obtained after smoking stops. This always depends on a variety of factors: sufficient carbon modules, strategic placement, appropriate matching filters, adequate maintenance and operating modules 24 hours a day.
• The elimination of the less acrid tar and chemical odor, and the reduction of the visible mist of liquid tar require little time in most settings. The removal of the remaining odor, which comes from tar and chemical re-emissions from walls, carpets, draperies and furniture, may take several hours to many days, depending on smoking volumes.
• More on activated charcoal, activated carbon - Google - Activated Charcoal Efficiency

Home and Office Series Air Filtration System Hepa and Activated Carbon Chemical Filter

Contact Us

• Toll Free: 1-888-395-0330 or 1-800-626-0664 (North America- Continental USA and Canada)
• Fax: 1 (419) 710-9876
• Outside of North America: 1 (514) 421-0658
  You may also fax to us your information request: eFax: 1 (419) 710-9876
• Contact Us Form - Click on this link to send us message