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Epurair MA-1 Central Whole Home HEPA Air Purifier

Purahome Rating:
80
Purahome Power Points:
• 5 Year Warranty
• Made in Canada
• Improves indoor air quality in your home (covers approx 1312 sq ft home)
• Professional allergen control

The Epurair MA-1 is part of a series great quality air purifiers that can significantly improve your indoor air quality. The MA-1 HEPA whole home air purifier effectively reduces ultrafine particulate, as well as allergy and asthma triggers in an average size home.


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Overview

Epurair MA-1 Whole Home HEPA Air PurifiersEpurair Logo


The Epuair MA-1 is a versatile whole home HEPA air purifier. It can be used as a Portable Air Purifier (P Model) or Centrally Installed Air Purifier (C Model) -- that diversity makes it a very unique HEPA air purifier! It can easily be switched from one model to the other by changing out the back panel and legs/wheels.


Even more impressive is that every Epurair MA-1 is individually tested to ensure that the system provides HEPA quality air. Testing certificates guarantee that the Epurair MA-1 filters air to a minimum of 99.97% efficiency at 0.3 microns (that is HEPA standard).


 


Why the Epurair MA-1 HEPA Air Purifier is a good choice:



  • TRUE HEPA performance means healthier air and peace of mind

  • Zero Pressure Drop – air flow is actually enhanced when the purifier is centrally installed

  • Filters, including the HEPA, are easily changed without tools and last a relatively long timeEpurair MA1 Whole Home Air Purifier

  • You save money over time because of great energy efficiency with the German–made fan/blower

  • Flexible choice of portable or centrally-installed air purifiers provide peace of mind (particularly if you are considering moving from a home with an HVAC system to an apartment or condo, or vice versa) 


 


How Do You Choose a System?


The Epurair MA-1 HEPA air purifier is a great choice for allergy sufferers, asthmatics, people with heart conditions and other health-conscious individuals that want high-efficiency particle removal in a whole home environment that is less than 1600 square feet.


The Epurair MA-1 can be installed as a component of your central heating and air conditioning system, or used as a stand-alone portable by switching the system’s back panel and adding wheels. 


 


 


 

Benefits

How can the Epurair MA-1 HEPA Air Purifier help you?


Your indoor air quality can affect your health, and that of your loved ones.



  • Do you consider yourself health-conscious? Do you care about how food, water, cleansers, home furnishings, and other things will impact your health or the health of your family?

  • Do you have a home concern, such as a musty smell or excessive dust in your home? 

  • Do you have a health concern, such as sensitivities to airborne allergens (pollen, mould, dander, dust) and microbial contaminants?

  • Do you have a friend or family member that suffers with a chronic illness, such as cancer, asthma, or a heart condition?


If you answer yes to any of the above questions, using an Epurair MA-1 HEPA air purifier is a worthwhile investment in your health. It will drastically reduce your indoor exposure to pollutants for an improved life.


Click either link below to learn how properly designed HEPA filtration will reduce the risk of:  


Heart Attacks (Published in Circulation, a Journal of the American Heart Association) and/or   


Cancer (Press Release from the International Agency for Research on Cancer)


 


The Epurair MA-1 HEPA Air Purification Systems have many applications:


Allergen control for:



  • Mould spores

  • Pet dander (cat, dog, etc.)

  • Dust mite allergens

  • Pollen


Particulate air pollution control for:



  • General indoor air pollution

  • Indoor microbial particles

  • Vehicle tire rubber

  • Asbestos fibres

  • Light tobacco smoke

  • Wild-fire smoke 


Light odour control with aromatherapy option on:



  • Pet odours     

  • Musty odours

  • Cooking odours


Microbial Control for:



  • Bacteria

  • Viruses


 


Reasons to Choose the Epurair MA-1 HEPA Air Purifier


The Epurair MA-1 HEPA Air Purifier advanced performance and features make it a Purahome First Choice for individuals looking for serious particulate and allergen control. These features include:


1. The TRUE HEPA® filter captures particulate below 0.3 microns in sizeEpurair MA1 Whole Home Air Purifier


2. Ultra-quiet design


3. Low maintenance & very easy filter changes


4. Sealed systems improve efficiency


5. Integrated diffuser for optional sanitizing and odour neutralizing


6. Top heating and cooling performance – Improves air flow


7. German-engineered fan/motor really moves air


8. Portable or central option – Great for a house or an apartment





Technology

How does the Epurair MA-1 HEPA Air Purifier clean the air in your home?


1. Carbon Prefilter - Air is drawn in through a carbon pre-filter in order to remove larger particles such as dust, pollen, and fibres. The carbon pre-filter is disposable so it eliminates time-consuming cleaning. It is also safe for the environment. 


 


2. HEPA Filtration - Your HEPA filter eliminates bacteria, viruses, smoke, and automobile brake and combustion particles through a nano-fibre structure. Manufactured in the form of a cylinder, the Epurair HEPA filter boasts a far larger filtration surface area than rectangular filters. It also comes with an integrated diffuser for aromatherapy odour neutralizing and Microgerme Concentrate sanitizing.


Filter life varies based on use. 2 – 3 years based on the air purifier being on all the time.


 


3. Carbon VOC Filter (also called a Post-Filter) - The final filter stage captures airborne gases, VOCs (volatile organic compounds), and moderate odours. VOCs are often generated by off-gassing from carpets, composite wood furniture, and other materials in the home.


Filter life varies based on use and the concentration of gases and odours in the home. Up to 12 months based on the air purifier being on all the time and the concentration of gases and odours in the home.


 


How to Improve Your Air Quality


As is the case with any whole home air cleaner installation, best results are achieved with the furnace fan running especially when a family member has a greater need for improved air quality. It is the customer’s choice whether to run the furnace fan 100% of the time or not, hydro costs will go up but air quality will be better (there are no free meals out there).


 


Epurair MA-1 Installation Options


Centrally Installed Air Purifier (C Model)


Epurair Installation


The Epurair MA-1 can be installed onto a forced air heating system. This installation uses the existing ductwork to purify the air in your home.


 


 


 Epurair portable MA-1(with wheels)


 


Portable Air Purifier (P Model)


The Epurair MA-1 can switch from a portable to a central system, or vice versa, simply by changing the back panel. The back panel is held in place by 16 screws so a change out is rather quick.


 


Optional Microgerme Sanitizing Treatment and EZDisk Odour Neutralization


Microgerme Concentrate TreatmentEvery Epurair MA-1 has a diffuser integrated in the HEPA filter. You can use two optional products in the diffuser:


1. Our all-natural, GREEN Microgerme Concentrate will sanitize your ductwork. Microgerme Concentrate is a customer favorite because it works so well and only takes 1 minute to apply.Vaportek EZDisk Odour Neutralizer


2. Our all-natural, GREEN Vaportek EZDisks are plant-based and patented for odour-neutralizing. 


 


5 Year Warranty


Epurair and Purahome are proud to cover this air purifier in Canada for a full 5 years against defects in parts and labour. As consumables, filters are exempt from this warranty.



 

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Customer Reviews

"I just wanted to take a minute and thank you for the outstanding service and products (Epurair MA1C and Aquaspace UC BioPlus Drinking System) you provided Dina and myself.  Your products exceeded our expectations; we can now wake up to fresh air and drink safe, clean, refreshing water from our water system.


This summer we have entertained quite a few people (family & friends) and everyone has been extremely impressed with both our air and water. I truly believe your products are great, however, your personalized service is EXCELLENT.  The Purahome team should  be proud of backing quality products and providing exceptional customer service.  Whenever we have called your office, you have answered our complicated questions and given us instantaneous service.


Dina and I are very pleased to have purchased products from Purahome Inc. and we would gladly recommend your products to anyone and everyone.  Keep up the great work!" - Tony Verrelli


 


"There is a definite difference in our air. Our home is fresher. My wife is not a good sleeper and wakes up during the middle of the night. We went away for holidays after the install was done. Ever since we have been back, she has been sleeping soundly and without waking up throughout the night.


We appreciate the experience with Mario. He was not pushy. He educated me on indoor air quality. He did not down play any competition. He is not just a salesman. He is very educated and has the proper background. He really knows his stuff.


We also appreciate the time taken to come back to our home after the installation. Our air was tested and the results were great. The systems were explained again thoroughly. I know I will always get my questions answered and my systems serviced when required. Thank you.” - Mr. John Rittenhouse


 

Filters

Annual filter kit: ANC-KIT


Contains: 4 carbon prefilters (change every 3 months), 1 carbon inner filter (change every 6 months)


Other Replacement Filters:


MA1HF  - HEPA Filter (change every 3 years)


Accessories:


MA1PP – Portable panel with wheels

FAQs

Why do I need to change my HEPA filter?


Your HEPA filter is made of very thin and tightly woven fibers of borosilicate glass allowing it to filter air particles down to 0.03 microns in size. These small particles become impacted into the HEPA. Over time, your HEPA filter will become loaded with particles and will severely restrict air flow. With less filtered air flow, the particle count in your air will increase, and therefore, not be as healthy. So, it is highly recommended that you change your HEPA filter typically every 3 years.  For smokers and pet owners, the HEPA filter should be changed more regularly.


Can I just change/clean my prefilters?


Constantly cleaning a pre-filter will result in the pre-filter becoming more porous and it no longer can do what it is supposed to do which is protect the more expensive filters below which filter smaller particles. HEPAs can last up to 3 years, prefilters need to be changed more often. Your prefilters are responsible for capturing the larger particles so that your HEPA can focus on capturing the tiniest of particles. Porous pre-filtration results in prematurely loading your HEPA filter.


Why do I still have dust in my home?


No filter can prevent dust from appearing in a home as dust is constantly being created through human activity or external environment. Determine if your furnace fan is set to “on” or “auto”. If fan is on “auto” we suggest switching it to “on” to enable better air flow. If the fan is set to “on”, check to see how long your pre-filters and HEPA filters have been in use.  If you are not sure, call Purahome for an accurate time-line.  It is also important to consider whether or not you have a pet, and/or is someone smoking in the home, if you live on a main or busy street and whether or not your windows are open. All of these variables introduce particles into the home contributing to dust.


Why has my hydro bill gone up?


Each air purifier Purahome offers is either Energy Star rated or has a European motor, which is very energy efficient for its relative power. With the introduction of smart metres, we have seen a 3 cents per kWH increase in hydro. For a 100W rated air purifier such as the Epurair MA1C, the hydro charge in St. Catharines would be $102.71 for the whole year with the system running 24 hours daily. This is the exact cost of solely running the Epurair MA1C and it does not include the delivery charge that gets added onto everyone’s bill.  Now that we know the cost of running a 100 W system, a simple ratio can be used to determine hydro costs for any portable or whole home purifier. For example, the Winix U300 is rated at 60 W and therefore uses 60% of the hydro the Epurair MA1 uses, so the annual cost would be $61.62. Likewise, the Abatement CAP600 is rated at 150W and will therefore cost 1.5 times as much as the Epurair MA1C for hydro as it covers a much larger area. The hydro cost to run the Abatement CAP600 for 1 year is $154.06.


If you are running your furnace fan on continuous, the bulk of the hydro charge will come from running the furnace fan on continuously. There is a science saying, “Nothing is free.” With your furnace fan on continuous, your air and home will be healthier and you will greatly reduce the amount of toxins that enter your bloodstream in the 30-35 pounds of air you breathe in daily. It is your choice if you do or do not want to run your furnace fan, it will cost more, but your air quality will greatly improve. 


Should I shut off my air cleaner if I open the windows?


We recommend that even with your windows open, you leave your air purifier on.  It is a good thing to ventilate by opening windows, especially newer homes because the home is air tight.  With your air purifier running, you'll still be cleaning the air coming in, not at the same efficiency with closed windows, but dust will not accumulate as it otherwise would with open windows and the purifier switched to off. With your furnace fan on and the plasma generators running, they will actively seek out and deactivate many of the allergens coming in from open windows.  


Purahome suggests leaving the furnace fan on at all times, combined with your air purifier and the plasma generators.  You have final say, of course, but our research and experience shows that it is best to always leave them on for the best possible air and to maximize your investment and health.  Some think it will save a little money by turning them off when the windows are open (not a significant savings) but we also know that some people forget to turn them back on when they close their windows and then their air is not being properly filtered. 

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    I had a HEPA filter installed on my furnace this morning, and can't get over the difference in my home already! The air is definitely fresher.And your technician was excellent. I also have the Aquaspace water pitcher, and again, I'm so impressed with the taste of the water.It just tastes cleaner, and I'm drinking a lot more water. I cook with it, and wash all fruits and vegetables with it. Thank you Mario and Mark, you are a pleasure to deal with. Your product knowledge and customer service are top-drawer.

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    There is a definite difference in our air. Our home is fresher. My wife is not a good sleeper and wakes up during the middle of the night. We went away for holidays after the install was done. Ever since we have been back, she has been sleeping soundly and without waking up throughout the night. We appreciate the experience with Mario. He was not pushy. He educated me on indoor air quality. He did not down play any competition. He is not just a salesman. He is very educated and has the proper background. He really knows his stuff. We also appreciate the time taken to come back to our home after the installation. Our air was tested and the results were great. The systems were explained again thoroughly. I know I will always get my questions answered and my systems serviced when required. Thank you.

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    In June of last year, my wife and I purchased an air exchanger and HEPA air filter for our new home from Mario at PURAHOME. We feel that this purchase has proven to be one of the best investments we’ve made for our house. There were several factors that prompted us to search for a suitable air exchanger and filter: Being a newly built home, we found that there was a lot of condensation that was accumulating on our window sills in winter and the air in the house generally seemed too damp. Also, both of us are allergy sufferers and wanted to cut down on the amount of dust and allergens in the air.

    It was quite astonishing – within hours of the system being installed in our house, we noticed an immediate difference. The air seemed cleaner and fresher. Also, the amount of dust in our home has decreased. We have been monitoring the window sills in our home this past winter, and not surprisingly, we have not had the same problems as we had last winter before the system was installed.
    My wife and I both feel that the investment we made in this system has greatly improved the quality of the air inside our home. We would recommend the system that we purchased to any homeowner. More importantly, I would also highly recommend Mario and PURAHOME – the level of service that we have received from this company has been amazing.

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    We are very happy with the air! We find it so much easier to breathe now in our work environment. In running my denture clinic, I developed a lingering dry cough. Whenever my wife would push gently on my chest, it forced me to cough. Ever since the install of our HRV and HEPA in our Denture Clinic, my dry cough has disappeared! I feel better. Odours and chemical vapours from the lab and also the eating area would permeate into the front customer waiting room. This problem no longer exists because of the air exchange and air distribution designed by Purahome for inside our clinic. I also noticed another benefit. By the end of the working day, I used to have to wipe my eyes to remove the particle buildup from my tear-drop glands. Now, at the end of the working day, I no longer have this issue! We are very happy!

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    We never would open our windows because we wanted to keep dirt and dust out of our home. We also kept the doors going into the living and dining rooms closed because the air in these rooms was very stale. Once PURAHOME installed the HEPA filter, we noticed a difference the next morning. The air in the house was fresher. The doors in the living and dining rooms now stay open!

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    My lifestyle has improved. I sleep better at night. The purity of the air has given me more comfortable and longer sleeping times. There is a freshness in the air creating a very pleasant atmosphere. There has been a definite decline in my asthma symptoms. I less frequently need my steroid medication. My breathing has improved. My breathing scores that I record with a peak flow meter show an increase in volume. I have had a good year for asthma. Visitors even comment when they walk in to my home. They notice right away that the air is clean and crisp in the house.

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    I just wanted to take a minute and thank you for the outstanding service and products (HEPA system and water purification system) you provided Dina and myself. Your products exceeded our expectations; we can now wake up to a fresh aromatic house and drink safe, clean, refreshing water from our water system. This summer we have entertained quite a few people (family & friends) and everyone has been extremely impressed with both systems. I truly believe your products are great, however, your personalized service is EXCELLENT. The Purahome team should be proud of backing quality products and providing exceptional customer service. Whenever we have called your office, you have answered our complicated questions and given us instantaneous service. Dina and I are very pleased to have purchased products from Purahome Inc. and we would gladly recommend your products to anyone and everyone. Keep up the great work!

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