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Why an Air Purifier Is Important
The quality of indoor air is crucial for well-being. As science continues to explore indoor climate, more devices are being developed to improve it. Many factors, such as humidity, bacteria, viruses, or CO₂ levels, influence indoor air.
Humidifiers are widely used as they provide comfortable humidity levels during colder months. Less well-known but just as important are air purifiers. These devices specifically remove pollutants from the air, creating a healthier environment. Depending on the model, they filter fine dust, allergens, microorganisms, or unpleasant odours.
For allergy sufferers, asthmatics, or people who spend a lot of time indoors, an air purifier can significantly improve well-being. In addition, CO₂ monitors are a useful tool to track CO₂ levels and support proper ventilation habits.
How Often Should You Change an Air Purifier Filter?
A clean filter is essential for effective air purification. The replacement frequency depends on the technology and usage of the device. HEPA filters should be replaced every 6 to 12 months, depending on air pollution levels. Activated carbon filters have a shorter lifespan and generally need replacing every 3 to 6 months, as they absorb odours and gases. Pre-filters should be cleaned or replaced every few weeks, depending on the model. Some air purifiers are equipped with sensors that indicate when a filter needs to be replaced. Those who use their air purifier daily, such as in offices or homes with pets, should check the filter regularly to maintain cleaning performance.
The Different Types of Air Purifiers
Not all air purifiers operate using the same technology. In our range, you will find different models tailored to various needs. HEPA air purifiers remove up to 99.97% of all particles, including fine dust, pollen, mould spores, and bacteria. UV-C air purifiers use ultraviolet light to neutralise germs and viruses. Activated carbon filters absorb unpleasant odours and volatile organic compounds. Ionisers charge particles electrically, so they are removed from the air. TPA air purifiers work with high voltage and a cold plasma field for ultra-fine filtration. The best air purifier for you depends on your individual requirements.
Air Purifiers for Allergy Sufferers – Help for Hay Fever and Asthma
Allergy sufferers are particularly affected by pollen, dust mites, and pet hair. An air purifier with a HEPA filter can provide effective relief by removing even the finest particles from the air, reducing allergic reactions. Asthmatics also benefit from clean indoor air. Fine dust and other pollutants can irritate the airways and worsen symptoms. An air purifier can help minimise exposure and significantly improve air quality.
Our tip: Allergy sufferers should opt for a model with multi-stage filtration technology. HEPA filters combined with activated carbon filters deliver the best results.
Air Purifiers Against Dust and Fine Particles
Fine dust is one of the invisible air pollutants that can cause long-term health issues. It enters indoor air through open windows, heating systems, or carpets and settles in the respiratory system.
Air purifiers with HEPA or electrostatic filters are particularly effective against fine dust. They capture even the smallest particles, ensuring noticeably better air quality. Those who want to create a dust-free environment benefit from a powerful air purifier that effectively removes fine dust, pollen, and dust mites.
Air Purifiers and Houseplants – A Natural Combination?
Houseplants are often considered natural air purifiers as they produce oxygen and filter pollutants from the air. But can they compete with a technical air purifier?
The answer is no – but they are a valuable addition. While plants like ivy or snake plants can bind certain pollutants, they cannot remove fine dust, allergens, or viruses. However, the combination of an air purifier and houseplants creates a particularly pleasant atmosphere. While the air purifier ensures clean air, plants increase humidity and improve the overall indoor climate.
Buying an Air Purifier – What to Look For
When purchasing an air purifier, consider the following factors:
• Filter type: HEPA for allergy sufferers, activated carbon for odours, UV-C for germs.
• Room size: The device must be suitable for the room size.
• Noise level: Especially important for bedrooms or offices.
• Energy consumption: Efficient models help avoid high electricity costs.
• Additional features: Some air purifiers come with sensors or app control.
Our tip: If you're unsure which model is right for you, browse our online shop for detailed product descriptions or seek advice from our experts.
Humidifier or Air Purifier – Which Is Better?
Humidifiers and air purifiers serve different purposes. A humidifier increases humidity levels and helps with dry air symptoms. An air purifier filters pollutants and ensures clean air. During dry winter months, a humidifier can make the indoor climate more comfortable. However, for those suffering from allergies or poor air quality, an air purifier is the better choice.
Our tip: A combination of both devices often provides the best solution for an optimal indoor climate.
Buy Air Purifiers & CO₂ Monitors at Heros Hygiene
Order your new air purifier directly from our Heros Hygiene online shop and benefit from fast delivery from our Swiss warehouse. Our air purifiers are specifically designed for households, offices, schools, and commercial spaces, offering the ideal solution for clean and healthy indoor air. If you have any questions about our products, our customer service team is happy to help.
Air purifier
Air purifiers take in ambient air and clean or filter it to release it back into the room. Depending on the device, other substances are removed from the air and different volumes of air are cleaned in a certain time. The devices are highly recommended, especially for allergy sufferers, as many allergens such as pollen, mites, bacteria and viruses are filtered from the air. Dust and fine dust are also filtered, which greatly reduces asthma symptoms. In addition to these positive effects, a good indoor climate is generally very beneficial for all people who spend time in the room. By filtering bacteria and viruses, the spread of diseases can be reduced, especially at times of increased bacterial load. Likewise, many devices also have the positive side effect that unpleasant odors are quickly removed and thus provide an extremely pleasant indoor climate. On the market there are various devices that use different technologies for cleaning the air in the room. In our assortment you can find the following technologies:
- UV-C air purifiers (purification by UV-C radiation and additional filter)
- HEPA air purifier (purification by HEPA filter)
- TPA air purifier (purification by cold plasma electrodes & a cold plasma field)
UV-C Air Purifier
UV-C rays are very short wavelength and can be used to kill bacteria, viruses and germs. This technology has been used in operating rooms for nearly 40 years to disinfect surfaces. Water is also purified in the food industry using UV-C radiation. In the case of air purifiers, there are closed systems that draw in air, irradiate it with UV-C light inside the device and release it back into the room in a purified state. There are also open systems, which irradiate surfaces directly and thus clean them. However, no person should be in the light cone of the device, as the radiation can be harmful to the skin and eyes above a certain dose. Therefore, we recommend the open systems only for professional use, the closed systems, on the other hand, can be used without hesitation in private homes.
HEPA Air Purifier
HEPA filter stands for "High Efficiency Particulate Air Filter" and means that this filter can filter viruses, bacteria, germs, pollen, mold pores, smoke and many other substances from the air. Unlike an EPA filter, the HEPA filter is even more powerful and efficient. The air sucked in the air purifier passes by the HEPA filter and the harmful particles get stuck on the surface. Most often, HEPA air purifiers are used with an upstream filter and a downstream activated carbon filter to ensure optimal performance. The number of circulations depends on the users of the room, for allergy sufferers more frequent air circulation is useful to further reduce harmful substances in the air.
TPA air purifier
The patented TPA technology filters the ambient air with the help of high voltage. A cold plasma field is created inside the device which filters the ambient air from harmful substances and particles. The Airdog air purifiers are an effective means of reducing bacteria and viruses in the air, especially in the fight against the COVID-19 virus. However, the air purifiers are also a very good answer to the growing demand for air purification and a better indoor climate outside of this exceptional situation.
We recommend the use of air purifiers in all public spaces that are rarely ventilated or where several people are regularly present. Especially in offices or in industry, the working conditions are significantly improved by a suitable air purifier.
CO2 measuring devices
Especially in rooms where several people are regularly present, such as offices or classrooms, a high CO2 concentration can build up in the air. CO2 is emitted by all persons in the room when breathing and accumulates in the room. An increased CO2 concentration in the air can lead to various ailments such as feeling unwell, poor concentration and headaches. This problem can be easily solved with regular ventilation or a controlled ventilation system. The CO2 values are given in ppm, which is the value "parts per million". It describes the number of parts of a substance in one million parts of a substance. The value is comparable with percent or per mille, but describes one millionth. The outside air has a value of approx. 400 ppm and within a room a value of 1000 ppm should not be exceeded in the optimum case. The upper limit for acceptable indoor air is 1400 ppm. Unfortunately, the CO2 level can only be felt if there is already a critical concentration in the room, but this should not be reached in the best case. Various tests have shown that the CO2 content is generally too high in many rooms and that there is too little ventilation.
Therefore we recommend to use a CO2 meter for all offices, classrooms, sports facilities or even at home in the study. If you have installed a comfort ventilation system in your building, this is not necessary, because these ventilation devices circulate the air often enough, so that critical values are not reached in principle. The devices have different functions, firstly many of them show the exact CO2 level, we are convinced that these small devices are the simplest and best solution for most rooms. Likewise, all CO2 devices give a signal as soon as a critical value is reached and should be ventilated in the room. This signal is given by a color or also as a sound, so you will always know when it is time to ventilate the room and protect your health. The devices are produced in a classy but simple design so that they fit perfectly into any room.
Buy air purifiers & CO2 meters
Order the practical air purifiers and CO2 meters directly from our Swiss online store and ensure a pleasant indoor climate and clean air for your students, customers, employees and yourself. Benefit from fast delivery from Swiss warehouse and low prices. If you have any questions about the selection or purchase of the right product, please contact our competent customer service.