Ozone Generators and Other Air Quality Destroyers
In the quest for cleaner indoor air, many homeowners turn to air cleaners to rid their homes of pollutants and allergens. At Austin Air, we often explain that not all air cleaners are created equal. For example, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recommends a combination of High-Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filters and activated carbon – […]
Breathing Easy? Assess Your Need for Air Purifiers
Have you ever stopped to wonder about the air you’re breathing at home or work? With the hustle and bustle of daily life, it’s easy to overlook the quality of our air. But scientists continue to show that air quality impacts every aspect of our health. In fact, it’s likely past time for you to […]
“it” is Here – the Newest Member of the Austin Air Family!
Austin Air is excited to unveil the latest addition to our product line – the Austin “it” personal air purifier. You Asked, We Delivered At Austin Air, we listen to our customers and prioritize your needs. After many requests for a compact, portable, and personal air cleaner, we set out to create the Austin “it.” This […]
Investing in Workplace Air Quality is a Smart Business Move
In today’s fast-paced corporate landscape, every decision has a potential impact on profitability. The data has shown – it’s essential to recognize the correlation between employee health, productivity, and the quality of the air they breathe. The concept of air quality might conjure images of distant industrial smokestacks or polluted cityscapes, but it’s crucial to […]
Spring Travel Hacks: Indoor Air Quality Edition
Now that daylight savings has passed us by, winter chills are giving way to warmth, and holidays like Easter, Passover, and Eid on the horizon, many of us are gearing up for spring travel. Or perhaps you’ve got a busy summer travel schedule to look forward to. As you prepare to embark on these journeys, […]
Using Your Health Insurance to Pay for an Air Purifier
Using Your Health Insurance to Pay for An Air Purifier Can you use your health insurance to pay for an air purifier? Air purifiers are not usually covered by health insurance. However, you can use a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA). A FSA or HSA can save you considerable cash on eligible medical-related expenditures, procedures, and […]
Reframing Disability and Highlighting the Role of Clean Air
Today, December 3, is International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Disability is often seen as something that happens to a small, specific group of people. In reality, most of us will experience a form of disability at some point in our lives. Whether due to aging, illness, injury, or chronic health conditions, disability is something that […]
Exploring CADR: 9 Reasons It’s an Inaccurate “Standard”
According to some, the most helpful parameter for understanding the effectiveness of portable air cleaners is the clean air delivery rate (CADR), which is a measure of a portable air cleaner’s delivery of relatively clean air, expressed in cubic feet per minute (cfm). The CADR is determined by multiplying the air cleaner’s airflow rate by […]