Blueair 450E Smokestop
HEPA type and ioniser Air Purifier

Similar in design and working mode to the 270E; however, the Blueair 450E is slightly different as it delivers more volume of filtered air back into a room and covers more area. If you want to take total control of your surrounding air and completely get rid of exhaust smoke, VOCs and terrible odours, you can do no wrong with the 450E smokestop.

Features & Benefits
- Easy to use remote control and digital display system, for your convenience, gives instant feedback of particle detection, air purifier speed and timer operation. Remote operates all functions from a distance of up to 20 feet
- Electronic particle and gas sensors to confirm that unit is effectively removing allergens from the air
- Effective active carbon filters, Blueair’s specially designed active carbon filters which eliminate volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and odours from the air
- Three-stage air filtration, Blueair’s patented HEPASilent™ filtration technology combines mechanical and electrostatic filtration to remove 99.97% of airborne contaminants and enable delivery of more clean air at a faster rate with less noise
- Perfect for allergy sufferers thanks to its three stage filtration and certified 99.97% filtration efficiency ensuring particles of 0.1 micron or larger are effectively removed from the air including pollen, dust mites, mould spores, and pet dander
- HEPASilent™ technology combining the best features of electrostatic and mechanical technology to enable delivery of more clean air at a faster rate with less noise
- Efficiently fights volatile organic compounds (VOCs), gaseous contaminants and odours from smoke, pets and cooking
- Energy efficient operation, uses up to 35% less energy to operate than comparable unit and is Energy Star qualified
- As an Energy Star qualified product, the Blueair 550E uses up to 35% less energy to operate than comparable units, helping you to save on energy
- 30-second filter replacement. Simply open the unit, slide out the old filters and slide in the new. No tools or disassembly required.

Cubic meters of clean air per hour:	130/475m3
Max Room size	34m²
Size:	59cm x 50cm x 27.5cm
Weight:	15 kg
Power consumption in watts:	30w-80w
Filter changes	6 months
Noise Level	32-52dB
Fan speeds:	3
Case Material:	Steel
Guarantee:	5 years

Continuously monitor and purify your indoor air with the Blueair 450E air purifier. Simply click on the unit's handy remote control from distances of up to 6 meters or 20 feet away to change the operating speed or set the on/off timer. Or set your unit on auto mode and let it regulate itself.

The easy-to-use remote control and digital display system give you instant feedback of particle detection, air purifier speed and timer operation. So you don’t have to leave your comfortable spot at your desk, on the sofa or in bed to change the speed setting. Just point and click. Plus you can see when it's time to change the filters on the electronic display.

Electronic particle and gas sensors confirm that the unit is effectively removing allergens, such as pollen, dust, mold spores and pet dander from the air. Patented HEPASilent™ filter technology removes 99.97% of all airborne contaminants, such as smoke, dust, pollen and volatile organic compounds, that are 0.1 micron or larger in size.

The union of visually pleasing form and effective function is a hallmark of Swedish design, and Blueair is no exception. The Blueair 450E is designed for maximum performance in mid-sized rooms. Available in white/dark grey, it suits your distinct style of living.

Blueair's patented HEPASilent™ technology combines the best features of electrostatic and mechanical filter technology to enable the delivery of more clean air at a faster rate with less noise. Phenomenally low power usage minimizes energy consumption. Plus Blueair air purifiers actually reduce the levels of ozone in indoor air.

Blueair’s SurroundAir™ system achieves peak performance by drawing in dirty air from the sides and bottom and releasing clean, filtered air from the sides and top. When operating on the lowest setting, the air purifiers do not create any noticeable draft. On the highest setting, the units provide maximum coverage with minimum draft. Cleaned air that is free of impurities is re-circulated into the room.

The ionizer charges airborne particles with negative ions to make them cling more easily to the filter. This helps increase overall cleaning efficiency. No ozone is emitted. In fact, our Blueair units actually reduce indoor ozone levels.

Patented HEPASilent filter technology generally provides higher filtration performance than other air purifiers, trapping up to six times more dirt. Fine polypropylene fibers effectively capture 99.97% of all allergens and other airborne particles yet enable air to flow freely through the bacteria-resistant filters.

Count down the days over a six-month period until it’s time for filter replacement according to manufacturer recommendations. When the light-emitting diode turns red, spend less than a minute changing the filters.

We have tested our range of purifiers on a wide range of criteria, and summarised our findings in easy to read information charts. This will enable you to find out which air purifier will be right for you. For example, you may not be an allergy sufferer, but would like a unit to refresh and clean the air; for this, a lower priced unit with a particle filter may be sufficient. Or you may be close to a busy road, and are looking for something to deal with pollution. Or you may be significantly troubled with chemicals, and need something more specialised, such as a unit to cope with VOC's. Whatever your requirements, you can refer to our charts and have a feel for which unit would suit you best.

The information you will find is:

• What area can it purify
• How much clean air can it deliver (CADR)
• Is it quiet enough for a bedroom (Decibel readings)
• Does it have an ionizer

Then we have identified the major allergens and pollutants that people are trying to deal with, and given each one a rating from one to five, to give you an indication of how effective a purifier is at dealing with particular air quality issues (1 being the lowest, 5 the highest performance). The allergens rated are:
Dust, pollen, animal dander, tobacco, odours, pollution, mould, chemicals, bacteria and volatile organic compounds.

Metric conversions

20 metres square = 220 square feet. ie) room size 11 feet x 20 feet
24 metres square = 260 square feet. ie) room size 12 feet x 22 feet
30 metres square = 320 square feet. ie) room size 13 feet x 25 feet
36 metres square = 365 square feet. ie) room size 13 feet x 28 feet
46 metres square = 550 square feet. ie) room size 18 feet x 30 feet
54 metres square = 580 square feet. ie) room size 19 feet x 30 feet
63 metres square = 680 square feet. ie) room size 23 feet x 30 feet
140 metres square = 1500 square feet. ie) room size 30 feet x 50 feet

What's this? CADR
CADR stands for Clean Air Delivery rate, which is a measure of a cleaners efficiency, together with the air flow rate. It is defined as the cubic feet of air cleaned of a particular particle in one minute.
For example, if an air cleaner has a CADR of 250 for smoke particles, this is equivalent to adding 250 cubic feet of clean air to the room each minute.
The CADR is useful for comparing different units efficiency at dealing with certain particulates such as dust, pollen and smoke, although it does not measure chemical removal.

What's This? A Decibel
A decibel is a measure of sound. As a rough guide to what each level of sound is equivalent to:
· A whisper: 20 to 30 decibels
· Normal conversation: 60 decibels
· Power lawn mower: 65 to 95 decibels
· Electric drill: 95 decibels
· Rock concert: 110 to 120 decibels
· Chain saw: 120 decibels
· Jackhammer: 130 decibels
· Stock car race: 130 decibels
· Shotgun: 170 decibels

What's this? Ionizer
Air Ionization in Nature: The atmospheric air that we breathe always carry positive or negative electrical charges, or ions, and a charged molecule is called a light air ion, or air-ion. If a charged molecule of air settles on a water drop or a dust particle, it also obtains electric charge, and is then called a heavy "ion". In rural location or in the mountains on a sunny day the air usually contains about 800-1000 light air ions of both polarities in a cubic centimetre, and no heavy ions. This is what makes the air feel fresh and healthy.
Whereas, in a big city, the concentration of light air ions drops to 50-100 ions per cubic centimeter, while the concentration of heavy "ions", on the opposite, rises to tens of thousands in a cubic centimeter. This is why many air purifiers have an ionizer as part of their features, to emit light ions to refresh the air.

Dust Mite Allergen
Over 75% of the "dust" one sees in a sunbeam shining through any window is dander- basically human and pet skin. This dander, as well as mould, is the main food source for the dustmite. As it is lightweight, dander will float around to any part of the home. Dust mites can be found in any home around the world, and are closely related to spiders. However, dust mites are so small that they cannot be seen with the naked eye. The dust mite sheds it's skin as it grows. These skin sheds as well as their droppings are known as allergens and can pose a serious problem to those who have an allergy. Dust mite allergen is the second most common allergy after pollen.
Dust mites live their lives on objects like sofas, chairs, bedding, mattresses, stuffed toys and clothing. It is not uncommon for a pillow to add over 10% of it's weight in just 2 years due to live dust mites and their droppings and carcasses. Furthermore, populations can exceed 10 million dust mites on any one mattress in less then 3 years! They need high humidity to survive - generally in excess of 60% - and a lot of food.
Allergies and allergic reactions to dust mites vary from person to person. Clearly, some people are not affected by their presence; for others dust mites pose a very real problem. Though it is believed an acute exposure to dust mites at a young age can have a life long impact, many adults can be suddenly affected. Reactions include but are not limited to sneezing, itching, watery eyes, wheezing, headaches, fatigue and depression. Though not
common, some people may develop a red rash. Most important is the fact that dust mites are impacting over 50% of asthmatics. These are people who need pure and allergen free air to breath. The fact that dust mites and the stuff on which they feed can easily get air borne makes them so much more of a threat to anyone that suffers from respiratory disorders.
It is important to reduce the levels of dust in a home if you are allergic to dust mite. This can be certainly helped with the use of a suitable air cleaner that has hepa filtration, to clear the air of dander and airborne allergen.

Pollen
Each spring, summer, and autumn, tiny particles are released from trees, weeds, and grasses. These particles, known as pollen, are carried by the wind, their mission to fertilize other plants. Many, however, never reach their targets. Instead, they enter human noses and throats, triggering a type of seasonal allergic rhinitis called pollen allergy, which many people know as hay fever.
The worst types of pollen for allergy sufferers are produced by the plain-looking plants (trees, grasses, and weeds) that do not have showy flowers. These plants manufacture small, light, dry pollen granules that are custom-made for wind transport. A single ragweed plant can generate a million grains of pollen a day. It is very hard to avoid pollen on high pollen count days, so air purification can really help to keep your home pollen free.

Pet Allergy
Your pet's dead skin flakes, urine, droppings, saliva and hair can trigger an allergic reaction or an asthma attack. Dogs, cats, rodents (including hamsters and guinea pigs) and other mammals all can trigger asthma in individuals with an allergic reaction to animal dander. It is the proteins in the dander, urine, or saliva of warm-blooded animals that causes this reaction.
The most effective method to control animal allergens in the home is to not allow an animal in the home. If you remove an animal from the home, it is important to clean the home (including floors and walls, but especially carpets and upholstered furniture) thoroughly. Pet allergen levels are reported to stay in the home for several months after the pet is removed even with cleaning.
Isolation methods to reduce animal allergen in the home have also been suggested, but the animal allergen can be carried in the air and by residents of the home on their clothing to all parts of the home, even when the animal is isolated. In fact, animal allergen is often detected in locations where no animals were housed. In these situations, it is assumed that the allergen was carried in on people that have animals or on people that have been around animals or people with animals.
So the most effective method to control exposure to animal allergens is to keep your home pet free. However, some individuals may find isolation measures together with regular washing of the pet to be sufficiently effective. If you choose to keep your pet, it is best if you keep them out of sleeping areas, away from upholstered furniture, carpets, and stuffed toys, and keeping the pet outdoors as much as possible. As the pet allergen is airborne, having a good hepa filtered air purifier will be effective at controlling levels of the pet allergen.

Tobacco Smoke
Source: Cigarette, pipe, and cigar smoking. Secondhand smoke is also known as Environmental Tobacco Smoke. Secondhand smoke includes both exhaled mainstream smoke from smokers and sidestream smoke from the end of a cigarette, cigar, or pipe. Secondhand smoke contains more than 4,000 substances, including over 50 compounds that have been identified as carcinogens.
Health Effects: Eye, nose, and throat irritation; headaches; lung cancer; may contribute to heart disease. Specifically for children, increased risk of lower respiratory tract infections, such as bronchitis and pneumonia, and ear infections; build-up of fluid in the middle ear; increased severity and frequency of asthma episodes; decreased lung function.
Steps to Reduce Exposure:
· Do not smoke in your home or permit others to do so.
· Do not smoke if children are present, particularly infants and toddlers.
· If smoking indoors cannot be avoided, increase ventilation in the area where smoking takes place. Open windows or use exhaust fans.
· Use an air purifier that has been specifically designed to deal with both the particles and gaseous pollutants of tobacco smoke.

Odours
Odours can trigger an allergic response in some people, such as asthmatics, but also a non allergic reaction in people who suffer from Vasomotor Rhinitis. This is a chronic rhinitis that is characterised by intermittent episodes of sneezing, watery nasal drainage, and blood vessel congestion of the nasal mucus membranes. There appears to be a hypersensitive response to stimuli such as a dry atmosphere, air pollutants, spicy foods, alcohol, strong emotions, and some medications. Indeed any particulate matter in the air, including pollens, dust, mould, or animal dander can bother people with VMR, even though they are not actually allergic to these things. The most common irritants are strong odours, such as perfumes, paint fumes, and cigarette smoke.

Car Pollution
Car pollution is a major trigger for asthmatics, and is very hard to avoid, especially if you live near a busy road or in a city.
Carbon monoxide, or CO, is a colorless, odorless gas that is formed when carbon in fuel is not burned completely. 56% of all CO emissions comes from motor vehicle exhaust.
Nitrogen oxides, or NOx, is the generic term for a group of highly reactive gases, all of which contain nitrogen and oxygen in varying amounts. Many of the nitrogen oxides are colorless and odorless. However, one common pollutant, nitrogen dioxide (NO2) along with particles in the air can often be seen as a reddish-brown layer over many urban areas. The primary sources of Nox, 49%, are motor vehicles.
Ozone. Motor vehicle exhaust and industrial emissions, gasoline vapors, and chemical solvents are some of the major sources of NOx and VOC, that help to form ozone. Sunlight and hot weather cause ground-level ozone to form in harmful concentrations in the air.

Mould
Outdoors, many moulds live in the soil and play a key role in the breakdown of leaves, wood, and other plant debris. Without moulds we would all be struggling with large amounts of dead plant matter. Moulds break down plant materials by digesting them, using the plant material for food.
Moulds produce tiny spores to reproduce, just as plants produce seeds. Mould spores waft through the indoor and outdoor air continually. When mould spores land on a damp spot indoors, they may begin growing and digesting whatever they are growing on in order to survive. There are moulds that can grow on wood, paper, carpet, foods, just about anything. Sometimes, they can release harmful gasses when they digest certain foods, such as ink from wallpaper.
The best way to control indoor mould growth is to control moisture. It is important to dry out water damaged areas and items within 24-48 hours to prevent mould growth. Fix leaky plumbing or other sources of water. Wash mould off hard surfaces with detergent and water, and dry completely. Absorbent materials (such as ceiling tiles & carpet) that become mouldy may have to be replaced.
Moulds can cause severe allergic reactions and asthmatic attacks in sensitive individuals, so it is important to use a dehumidifier where humidity levels are high, and combine this with a mould inhibiting air purifier.
Symptoms include:
respiratory problems and difficulty breathing, nasal and sinus congestion, burning/watery or reddened eyes, dry hacking cough, nose and throat irritation, shortness of breath, skin irritation, headaches, memory problems, mood changes, aches and pains, and possible fever.

Chemicals
Chemical sensitivity usually occurs after frequent exposure to chemicals. An allergic reaction occurs as the body's contaminant toleration levels are reached, toxic overload results and a severe allergic reaction sets in. Chemical sensitivity also initiates other allergy reactions, so that the sufferer becomes allergic to nearly everything else. Common chemical/contaminant irritants vary, from a wide range of petrochemicals and estrogenic chemicals to combustion residues from household appliances and heating systems, to various kinds of sprays, paints and exhaust fumes. Other culprits include chlorine bleach, moth balls and insect repellents, dry cleaning chemicals, and clothes that have been chemically treated. There are many odours, which, while being pleasant to some, cause great discomfort to others. The most notable of these are the fragrances found in perfumes, after-shave lotions and other cosmetics. There are other chemicals, which are used for cleaning purposes, giving colour and strength to fabrics in clothing, rugs, draperies, etc, which are offensive to some.

Bacteria & Viruses
Airborne bacteria and viruses are a common source of respiratory infection and a particular threat to infants, the elderly and those with weakened immune or cardiovascular systems, including people with allergies, asthma, AIDS and heart disease. Some serious infectious diseases are spread through airborne bacteria or viruses, including whooping cough, meningitis, pneumonia, SARS and anthrax.

VOC's
Volatile Organic Compounds:
Volatile: the ability of a substance to evaporate or readily vaporize at room temperature.
Organic: in chemical terms refers to compounds containing hydrocarbons.
Compounds: consist of two or more elements, substances, ingredients or parts.
Put it altogether and what does it mean: VOC's are hydrocarbon based compounds which involve life or the products of organic life that will evaporate, or vapourize when placed at room temperature. For example, Petroleum products such as gasoline for example, is a bi-product of once living organisms that will vaporize at room temperature. Glues, which are often made up of boiled animal parts, (hydrocarbons) that are often used in the production of wood products and the installation vinyl flooring etc., will also vaporize or off-gas formaldehyde as they cure. This is where the term "off-gassing" comes from.
However, to vaporize, also refers to the diffusing or scattering of matter. This is why mould, for example, has been referred to as a VOC, even though it is considered a particle. Mould has the property of vaporizing (scattering) spores which often contain proteins that can be extremely dangerous to humans (mycotoxins). Likewise, the droppings of dust mite can vaporize which also contain harmful proteins that can affect the lining of the lung. Paints, cleaners, shoe polish, carpeting, cupboards, furniture, etc, play a significant role in polluting our indoor environment with sometimes benign but more often dangerous emissions that have both short and long term affects on our health.
Health Problems Caused By VOC's (Formaldehyde, Pesticides, Solvents, Cleaning Agents)
Key Signs/Symptoms
· conjunctival irritation
· nose, throat discomfort
· headache
· allergic skin reaction
· dyspnea
· nausea,
· nosebleeds (formaldehyde)
· fatigue
· dizziness

A wide array of volatile organics are emitted by products used in home, office, school, and arts/crafts and hobby activities. These products, which number in the thousands, include:
· personal items such as scents and hair sprays;
· household products such as finishes, rug and oven cleaners, paints and lacquers (and their thinners), paint strippers, pesticides (see below);
· dry-cleaning fluids;
· building materials and home furnishings;
· office equipment such as some copiers and printers;
· office products such as correction fluids and carbonless copy paper;
· graphics and craft materials including glues and adhesives, permanent markers, and photographic solutions.
· mattress ticking
To effectively deal with VOC's, you should choose an air purifier with at least a heavy duty carbon filter, preferably a unit specifically designed to deal with VOC's.

The 601 was recently named the number one air cleaner on the market - that is, having the best clean air delivery rate - in an independent study conducted by the Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers which tested 167 air cleaners. Blueair achieved the highest rating ever given out by the Association.

Number two on that list, of course, was the Blueair model 501. So when a customer is looking for the best air purifier for their home, there is no question, it's Blueair.

The E.P.A. ranks indoor air pollution among the top five environmental risks to public health. According to the E.P.A. indoor air can be anywhere from 2 to 100 times more polluted than outdoor air.
The average person breathes in 3,600 gallons of air, per day. Compare that with the single gallon of water a person consumes in a day, and people's increasing desire to have more purified water.
Recent studies suggest that we spend about 90% of our time indoors, and the health risks from polluted indoor air can be debilitating, even fatal. While everyone is at risk from poor quality indoor air, the most susceptible are the young, the elderly and those with chronic illnesses, allergies and asthma, especially respiratory and cardiovascular disease.
The bottom line is that the EPA has recommended that everyone take steps to improve the quality of their indoor air.

The Clean Air Delivery Rate is the most important issue when it comes to comparing air purifiers, and the Blueair 601 has been rated number one. What's more, the 601, the 501 and the 402 models have been recommended by the Association for Home Appliance Manufacturers for even the largest rooms in your home - up to 550 square feet. Even in a room that size, the Blueair provides a complete air exchange every 11 and a half minutes.

Most air purifiers are noisy and hard to live with, but Blueair achieves both high performance and extreme quiet with its HEPASilent Filtration Technology. It works by electro-statically charging particles as they enter the unit. The filter itself is a special German-made material that has very low resistance to heat pressure. This means that by charging the particles and using a special filter material, the filter is able to capture more contaminants with less air pressure. Since the motor then doesn't have to work as hard to pass air through the filters, the unit operates extremely quietly. On the first two speeds, most consumers wouldn't even hear it operating.

This technology is also extremely energy efficient. Even on its highest speed, the Blueair unit uses less energy than a 70-watt light bulb. On low speed, the energy use is less than a 15-watt bulb. That's about three times less electricity than the typical air cleaner. What's more, both the steel casing of the unit and the polypropylene filters are recyclable and don't release harmful gasses or fibers.

Unlike most other air purifiers which use cheaply-made motors manufactured in China, Blueair uses a specially designed motor for the highest quality performance and nearly silent operation. The units even have a special sound insulating motor mounting system to further reduce audible sound and sound absorption in the doors.

And unlike the flimsy, plastic shells of other air purifiers that produce a lot of noise, the Blueair units boast durable, Swedish steel construction. Most units on the market are made of plastic that can off gas/release toxic volatile compounds. Even the finish on the unit is powder coated so no paint off gassing can occur. And absolutely no ozone is generated by these units. In fact, ozone levels are reduced in rooms where Blueair purifiers are operating.

These units are so easy to operate, too. There are three filters in each unit which can be changed in seconds. No disassembly or tools required. Simply open the unit, slide the soiled filters out and replace them. The filters need to be changed every six months. One allergy club tested different units and found that BLUEAIR is the easiest air cleaner on the market to change filters on.

The unit operates at different speeds. We recommend setting the unit on the higher speed settings for an hour when you first turn it on, to accelerate air exchange and quickly reduce indoor pollutants. After an hour, set the unit to one of the lower settings to provide continuous, practically silent filtration of the room air.

As you can see, with Blueair, you are getting the highest performer on the market in an equally beautiful package. The Blueair 501 was a winner of a European design award, and the flat panel design blends in easily with most décors. Blueair is even part of the permanent collection of the National museum of Sweden. Each unit is mounted on casters for easy moving from room to room, and unlike other air cleaners on the market, the Blueair units can be pushed up against a wall for greater placement options.

Of course, having the highest quality performing air purifier means little without a good warranty to back it up, and Blueair boasts the most comprehensive one in the industry. The 301, 402, 501 and 601 models each come with a ten-year limited liability warranty on all components except filters. Ten years - that's double the length of the next highest warranty in the industry. Blueair are confident about this offer this as the units are made with the best components available.

Designed and manufactured in Sweden, Blueair air purifiers reduce common household and office odors and clean indoor air of 99.97% of airborne allergens and lung damaging pollutants at 0.1 micron. Pollutants include house and textile dust, pollen, smoke, cat and dog dander, dust mites, automobile exhaust, soot, particles from laser printers and copiers, bacteria, fungi and mold spores.
Use of air purifiers not only makes air clean and pure but enhances energy, alertness, comfort and helps alleviate the discomfort of allergy and asthma symptoms

Blueair air purifiers have unique features that set them apart in the industry. For example, all units are made of high quality Swedish steel versus traditional plastic for durability and less sound resonance, use a specially designed German-made motor with sound insulating mounts for silent operation and years of trouble free service and are extremely energy efficient for cost-effective operation. The unit's exclusive HEPASilent™ technology combines the best of HEPA and precipitator technologies and provides a high level of filtration at low pressure for extra air purification capacity and less noise. Energy efficiency is from 20 to 80 watts, no more than a common light bulb.

The CADR (Clean Air Delivery Rate) also exceeds most other air purifiers. The Blueair Model 501 air purifier, for example, has achieved the highest CADR rating for the second consecutive year according to the August, 2001 AHAM (Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers) Room Air Cleaner Directory. The CADR rating given to the Blueair Model 501 by AHAM is 380 cubic feet per minute for smoke and 390 cubic feet per minute for dust and pollen. This compares to an industry average of 155 cubic feet per minute. The way air enters into the units and how allergens and pollutants are captured is also different.

With the Blueair units, particles are constantly charged in the ionization chamber and attracted to the filters similar to a magnet without emitting harmful ozone, an irritant to lung and sinus tissue. 99.97% of all airborne allergens and lung damaging pollutants are trapped at 0.1 micron.

The filters are made of non-toxic, hydrophobic polypropylene and are 100 percent free of harmful triclosan, glass and paper fibers and other chemical additives. Common pollutants trapped by Blueair units include house and textile dust, pollen, smoke, cat and dog dander, automotive exhaust, soot, particles from laser printers and copiers, fungi and mold spores.

Air for the smaller capacity units enters the ionization chamber on the right and is dispersed from the left.

The Blueair Model 501 uses a system called SurroundAir™ which minimizes drafts and dispenses air on three sides in an area six times greater that the average air purifier. Superior air flow creates up to 21 complete air changes an hour. Use of air filtration not only makes air clean and pure, but enhances energy, alertness, comfort and helps alleviate the discomforts of allergy and asthma symptoms.

Download The Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers Air Purifiers detailed test results

BlueAir: Blue Air is a Swedish company which specialise in clean air products. Their air filters have won awards for their design, being on display in the National Museum in Stockholm, and independent testing ranked them as the best performing air filters in their category. They are whisper quiet and as economical to run as a lightbulb.

Air Purifiers: Air purifiers are a valuable addition to any allergy sufferers home, particularly those who are sensitive to airborne particles such as pollen, animal dander, pollution and dust mite allergen. All these products have been selected for their quality and high performance at removing particulates.

November 30, 2001
Blueairs' air purifiers lead the industry in terms of design, construction and performance. No other air purifier on the market has the product integrity or quality features of our units. Blueair is setting the standard for the industry in providing Best of Class clean air products that add to health, comfort and quality of life.
The range includes the 550 square foot capacity Blueair Model 501, the 375 square foot capacity Blueair Model 402, and the 200 square foot capacity Blueair Model 301.
Blueair air purifiers have unique features that set them apart in the industry. For example, all units are made of high quality Swedish steel versus traditional plastic for durability and less sound resonance, use a specially designed German-made motor with sound insulating mounts for silent operation and years of trouble free service and are extremely energy efficient for cost-effective operation. The unit's exclusive HEPASilent™ technology combines the best of HEPA and precipitator technologies and provides a high level of filtration at low pressure for extra air purification capacity and less noise. Energy efficiency is from 20 to 80 watts, no more than a common light bulb.

The CADR (Clean Air Delivery Rate) also exceeds most other air purifiers. The Blueair Model 501 air purifier, for example, has achieved the highest CADR rating for the second consecutive year according to the August, 2001 AHAM (Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers) Room Air Cleaner Directory. The CADR rating given to the Blueair Model 501 by AHAM is 380 cubic feet per minute for smoke and 390 cubic feet per minute for dust and pollen. This compares to an industry average of 155 cubic feet per minute. The way air enters into the units and how allergens and pollutants are captured is also different.

With the Blueair units, particles are constantly charged in the ionization chamber and attracted to the filters similar to a magnet without emitting harmful ozone, an irritant to lung and sinus tissue. 99.97% of all airborne allergens and lung damaging pollutants are trapped at 0.1 micron.

The filters are made of non-toxic, hydrophobic polypropylene and are 100 percent free of harmful triclosan, glass and paper fibers and other chemical additives. Common pollutants trapped by Blueair units include house and textile dust, pollen, smoke, cat and dog dander, automotive exhaust, soot, particles from laser printers and copiers, fungi and mold spores.

Air for the smaller capacity units enters the ionization chamber on the right and is dispersed from the left.

The Blueair Model 501 uses a system called SurroundAir™ which minimizes drafts and dispenses air on three sides in an area six times greater that the average air purifier. Superior air flow creates up to 21 complete air changes an hour. Use of air filtration not only makes air clean and pure, but enhances energy, alertness, comfort and helps alleviate the discomforts of allergy and asthma symptoms.

August 9, 2001
CHICAGO, IL Blueair, Inc. announces its expansion into the home health care, medical and professional markets with a line of high quality air purifiers that are the highest performing and most energy efficient on the market. Blueair, Inc. and Blueair AB of Stockholm, Sweden are wholly-owned subsidiaries of Blueair NL.
Designed and manufactured in Sweden, Blueair air purifiers reduce common household and office odors and clean indoor air of 99.97% of airborne allergens and lung damaging pollutants at 0.1 micron. Pollutants include house and textile dust, pollen, smoke, cat and dog dander, dust mites, automobile exhaust, soot, particles from laser printers and copiers, bacteria, fungi and mold spores.
Use of air purifiers not only makes air clean and pure but enhances energy, alertness, comfort and helps alleviate the discomfort of allergy and asthma symptoms. Initially, the company will focus on distribution and marketing of its Blueair Model 501 air purifier which, according to tests endorsed by the Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers (AHAM), has the highest cleaning capacity available for their room sized category.

Among benefits of Blueair technology are its patented HEPASilent™ Technology which provides a high level of filtration at low pressure for extra air purification capacity and less noise, its high energy efficiency that uses from 14 to 70 watts of power (no more than a common light bulb) and its environmental filters which are made of non-toxic, hydrophobic polypropylene and are 100 percent free of harmful triclosan, glass and paper fibers and other chemical additives.

Founded in Sweden in 1996 by Bengt Rittri, the company has a reputation for quality design and is a recipient of the Excellent Swedish Design Award in 1998, one of the most prestigious design awards in Scandinavia. A unit resides in the permanent Contemporary Swedish Design exhibit at The National Museum in Stockholm.

According to David Dow, newly-named President of Blueair, Inc., the company plans to broaden its line of air purifiers within the next two to three months with the addition of two lower capacity units. These units, along with the Model 501, will be shown at the MEDTRADE 2001 in New Orleans, he said.

Dow also noted that the headquarters for Blueair will be relocated from Chicago to the Sonoma area of California in the Fall.

Distribution is being established through sales representatives to DME's and HME's throughout North America, pharmacies, home health care stores, and professional markets such as allergists, immunologists, respiratory therapists, pulmonologists, hospitals, nursing homes, primary care practitioners, as well as other medical outlets.

"We strongly believe that clean air is a basic human right and that our efficient air purifiers can improve an individual's quality of life in a residential or commercial environment," noted Dow. "Blueair is designed, engineered and built for individuals that expect the very best and don't want to compromise on health, design or function. "What we are bringing to the home health care and professional market is a high quality, high performing line of air purifiers with operational and design features no other air purifier can currently match," noted Dow. "Our slogan Clean Air is a Human Right envisions the company's commitment to actively research new solutions for any home, office or commercial environment."

Dow noted that indoor air quality continues to deteriorate and the number of consumers suffering from allergies, asthma or other respiratory aliments is steadily increasing. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, air contamination indoors is two to five times higher than outside, he said. With consumers spending 90% of their daily lives indoors, indoor air quality is becoming an increasing health concern, he said. "With over one-third of the US population suffering from allergies or asthma and indoor air quality continuing to deteriorate, Blueair is committed to manufacturing quality products designed to minimize suffering and maximize comfort and quality of life," Dow noted. ."

Compared to over 130 air purifiers independently tested by AHAM in mid-2001, the Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR) of the current Blueair model is 380 cubic feet per minute for smoke and 390 cubic feet per minute for dust and pollen. This compares to an average of 155 cubic feet per minute of contaminant-free air produced by the other models which is half the effective rate of the Blueair Model.

Made of high quality Swedish steel versus traditional plastic for durability and less sound resonance, the unit's specially-designed German-made motor has sound insulating mounts for silent operation and years of trouble free service. Both mechanical and electrostatic technology are used to trap 60 percent more dirt than typical air purifiers. To minimize drafts, the Model 501 disperses clean air on three sides through an area six times greater than the average air purifier using a process called Surround Air.™ A unique Filter Subscription Program offered by the company to users assures prompt filter replacements every six months for better performance and maximum efficiency. Units come with an industry high five year warranty. The units are capable of operating 24 hours a day, seven days a week.