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January 19, 2018July 7, 2018

Eliminate Odor Naturally During National Care about Indoor Air Month

With National Care about Indoor Air Month in full swing, we wanted to spend a few moments this week taking about the topic. What many Americans may not be cognizant of is how big a problem indoor air pollution really is. So we decided to start off with a few shocking statistics and then talk about how to eliminate odor naturally.

According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, on a daily basis, each of us takes in roughly 3,000 gallons of air. For most of us, at least 16 hours of our day are spent indoors. Now couple that with the World Health Organization’s research. It indicates that poor indoor air quality contributes a notable amount to what’s known as the global burden of disease.

How much is a notable amount? In the early 2000s, when the last major study was conducted, the amount was 2.7 percent. At the time, the organization was also able to directly contribute indoor air pollution exposure to more than 1 million fatalities. That, in effect, made it one of the organization’s top 10 public health concerns.

Although it has been a while since another study of that magnitude was conducted, we doubt that much has changed for the better. After all, the results of the American Lung Association’s 2013 State of the Air Report were not something to celebrate. They indicated that more than 44 million human beings still live in areas around the globe that are known to have exceptionally poor outdoor air quality. So we can only imagine that indoor air quality in America still needs a lot of improvement too.

Thus, if you want to eliminate odors naturally from your environment during National Care about Indoor Air Month, we’d recommend buying an ozone generator. It will help improve your indoor environment immensely. For more information about securing one in time for National Care about Indoor Air Month, please contact us.

January 9, 2014July 8, 2018

Negative Ionizers May Help Banish a Case of the Blahs

Do you have a history of coming down with frequent episodes of the seasonal blahs? If so, you might want to contemplate investing in negative ionizers. Negative ionizers, as you might have assumed, are designed to generate negative ions. Naturally found in the earth’s atmosphere, they are capable of performing many beneficial tasks. For example, studies have shown that they may help to banish the blues in some individuals.

Learned researchers have actually been making such claims about negative ions for several years now. One of the early studies released on the topic appeared in a January 1995 issue of the Journal for Alternative Complementary Medicine. Others appeared in a 1998 issue of the Archives of General Psychiatry, a February 2006 issue of Monitor on Psychology and an August 2012 issue of Psychological Medicine. Essentially, they all indicate that the negative ions produced by negative ionizers can have a surprisingly positive impact on a person’s overall mood.

As such, people that suffer from various mood disorders are increasingly starting to incorporate the machines into their at home treatment routines. In addition, there are even institutions like the Oregon State University that are adding negative ionizers to their list of student services.

With all of that said, you may want to talk to your family psychologist or physician to see if negative ionizers may be appropriate for your particular situation. If your personal doctor agrees, our team of ozone experts can help you select the right negative ionizer for your needs.

For more information about negative ionizers, please contact us at (866) 676-9663. All of our products are manufactured in the United State of America and come with a 30 day, money back guarantee.

July 18, 2013

Reduce Smoke Related Wildfire Damage with an Ozone Generator

Each year, wildfires cause an exorbitant amount of property damage. The U.S. Fire Administration’s raw data helps tell the tale of that destruction. In 2012 alone, nationwide, there were more than 67,750 wildfires that collectively consumed 9,326,200+ acres. Those that were forced to clean up the wildfire damage had to undoubtedly deal with unpleasant odors as part of the process.

Of course that is not even taking into account the smoke odors that spread to the areas surrounding the hot zones. Not only are those odors unpleasant, they can cause serious health problems too. This is especially the case for certain segments of the population, including asthmatics and children.

According to a 2010 article published in the International Journal of Wildland Fire, it’s the fossil fuel that is typically involved in the smoke’s production that makes the situation so problematic health wise. It generates miniscule particulates in addition to the smoke odor itself. Together, they may lead to acute respiratory and cardiac problems. That's why the American Lung Association suggests keeping one’s indoor air quality as high as possible.

So what can one do to minimize fire damage related smoke odors? One way to do that in unoccupied areas is to use an ozone generator. Depending on the ozone generator’s make and model, it should free the unoccupied area of smoke odors. Makes and models of ozone generators that may prove to be beneficial in fire damage situations include the QT Cyclone and the Rainbowair Activator 2000 Series II. Both are portable and capable of producing high amounts of ozone per hour.

For more details on removing wildfire smoke odors from your home or business, contact us. Our ozone experts would be pleased to help you find the right ozone generator to improve your building’s indoor air quality. To continue the discussion, visit our Facebook page or call 1-866-676-9663.

March 15, 2012

Using Ozone Technology to Permanently Remove Mold and Mildew

Many people all over the world suffer from problems with mold and mildew odor in their homes, and are often in search of a way to rid the house of this unforgiving and difficult problem. When you get mold in different areas of the house, this then leads to mildew, which can leave a nasty odor in the area. Mold is essentially a fungus and is found in areas where there is little ventilation and a warm, damp surrounding. Mildew is basically mold which has attached itself to some kind of material, mainly fabric and is usually found on carpets, rugs, clothes, towels and linens.

Mold and mildew odors are a problem in many households and is difficult to get rid of completely. As well as mold and mildew odor being unpleasant to our senses, it can also be dangerous to people with allergies as it contains irritants and toxins which can be harmful. In most cases of mold and mildew odor, traditional deodorizers and cleaning equipment doesn’t get rid of it completely, it is important to make sure that all of the molecules and bacteria are removed; the best way to achieve this is by using ozone technology to eliminate mold and mildew completely.

Ozone is created through a device which naturally creates ozone molecules from the air and then pushes them out into the area of the offending mold and mildew odor. The ozone molecule which is made up of three oxygen molecules will then separate and attach itself to the mold molecules and neutralize them. Once the oxygen atom has attached, the mold molecule is stripped of its personal odor characteristics and is dispersed as a neutral atom. Ozone is a very efficient air cleaner, as well as being proficient in odor control, as it is able to purify the air around it in a green and natural way, without releasing strong odors and chemicals into the air instead. The equipment that generates ozone is becoming more widely available and is a great investment as it takes care of the mold and mildew odor forever rather than just masking it for the immediate future.

The technology also has major health benefits as it works as a brilliant air purifier. This is why ozone is often referred to as the world’s natural air filter, which makes the air cleaner and healthier for people who suffer from allergies and irritations in their lives.

For more information, click here to visit our website to select the right ozone generator for your needs.

February 29, 2012

How to Get Rid of Hospital Smells

Any medical or care facility that has injured, frail and/or ill people residing in will no doubt suffer from the vast array of hospital odors and become aware of the problems these hospital odors can cause in the long run. Hospital odors will find themselves embedded in all fabrics and material such as bedding, curtains, furniture, upholstery and clothing. It is vital that all the soft furnishings and bedding be odorless and sanitary before the next resident is required to use them; it is important to not allow the people to catch any further infections and diseases while they are under care.

Since many airborne bacteria and toxins are present in hospital odors, the best way to create a pleasant, healthy and comfortable environment for the residents and staff is to make sure that you can eliminate all the hospital odors and purify the surrounding air. Even after the cleaning staff have worked their magic on a room that has been occupied and then vacated, it will still be at risk of hospital odors as the cleaning solutions will mask some of the odor. It is impossible to tell if all the germs and bacteria have left the area completely. Ozone odor control is highly effective as it works to eliminate any trace of the hospital odors at their core and attacks the source of the hospital odors directly so that they are unable to reproduce and return in the future.

Ozone molecules are created when a power surge is applied to oxygen atoms in the atmosphere and they are then released into the room where they begin to break down and return to their original state after about 20-30 minutes. Once broken down the oxygen atoms will attach to the hospital odor molecules and destroy their structure so that they are completely destroyed. To deodorize an entire hospital room, ozone technology is not only quick and easy; it is green and does not cause any damage to the atmosphere or planet.

Oxygen is naturally able to purify and oxidize the embedded hospital odors without the use of chemical based solutions or perfumes being used which can cause irritation, allergies and breathing difficulties, especially for the infirm and ailing. After using an ozone odor control device on a room, the following occupant will discover no trace of any hospital odors which were present before and will be able to have a comfortable and secure stay during their own course of treatment.

"Many hospitals around the world use large ozone generators to decontaminate operating rooms between surgeries. The rooms are cleaned and then sealed airtight before being filled with ozone which effectively kills or neutralizes all remaining bacteria."

References-

de Boer, Hero E. L.; Carla M. van Elzelingen-Dekker; Cora M. F. van Rheenen-Verberg; Lodewijk Spanjaard (2006). "Use of Gaseous Ozone for Eradication of Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus From the Home Environment of a Colonized Hospital Employee". Infection Control and Hospital Epidemiology 27 (10): 1120–1122. doi:10.1086/507966. PMID 17006820.

January 25, 2012

How to Get Rid of Bathroom Odors: Riddle Me This

One of the worst places to find a horrid smell in any location is the bathroom. Restroom odors are a major problem for homes, business, and public locations all over the world. Any situation where you have numerous people using one facility will become dirty and overused quickly, and can fall into disrepair if it is not maintained and cleaned on a regular basis. Many restroom odors are masked by very potent air fresheners and cleaning solutions being placed in the vicinity in the hope that people will not notice the underlying restroom odor that is actually the main scent. Aside from the fact that this is not a decent long term solution and can become very costly after a few months of having to replace all the chemical solutions and air cleaners, it is not a healthy way of getting rid of restroom odors.

The odors contain bacterium and toxins which are floating in the air in the restroom odors and these pollutants will need to be dealt with so that the surrounding air and atmosphere is fit to breathe in. Ozone air purifiers are a brilliant new green technology that allows for ozone to be used as an air cleaner which will purify the surrounding area naturally and completely so that the restroom odor vanishes and that the bacteria and toxins are eradicated at the same time. Ozone has a very short life span; its half life is only about 20 minutes long and this is a great attribute for it to work on restroom odors as it will work quickly and produce the rapid removal of the offending toxins and odors. Ozone devices are quick and easy to install into a room or building and they require very little maintenance; they are able to operate unattended. These features make this kind of new green technology very attractive to many businesses that are paying each month for cleaning companies to use expensive materials and solutions on their restroom odors, only to find that they are still there at the end of the day.

To rid a place of restroom odors for the long term, an ozone electronic device is by far one of the best air purifiers and air cleaners available today. With their ability to create concentrated amounts of ozone in a short space of time, they are a naturally green and efficient piece of equipment which is helping many people create a health and pleasant environment, rid of restroom odors.

And now for our riddle of the week:

You do not notice me; but I am vital to your survival. Some people fret about me; others do not care; but I am holing up where I am. What am I?

January 18, 2012

Riddle Me This: How To Get Rid of Stale Odors

Stale odors can occur all over the home, car or office, and can arise from a whole variety of different substances and chemicals. Ozone generating equipment is becoming an increasingly popular and accepted way to deal with this problem. Often, people start to notice an odd smell over time and realize that something that has been forgotten or remains unknown is producing an unpleasant stale odor which needs to be dealt with before it gets out of hand.

Stale odors often arise from things that have been present for a certain amount of time and are easy to clean or get rid of by the usual simple means that can be applied to a fresh odor. Applying strong chemical or industrial cleaners to stale odors often just mask the scent for a while and then, as they wear off, the stale odor will remain. In these circumstances it is generally accepted that there needs to be a more vigorous and long lasting way to deodorize the surrounding atmosphere and make the air cleaner.

As well as making sure to they eliminate all of the stale odors that are present, it is important to many that the solution is green and causes no further harm to the atmosphere and planet. Ozone devices create ozone molecules using electronic technology which allows for ozone to be generated as and when it is needed to neutralize and remove negative ions and stale odors from an area in a green and efficient manner.

Using ozone molecules to purify and deodorize the air allows for the air to be fully rid of all toxins and bacteria that will b present in the stale odor atoms and will not be removed through traditional cleaning and deodorizing methods such as air freshener and cleaning supplies. The ozone odor control technology allows for ozone to be created and, these highly reactive oxidants will then disperse into the area, breaking down into separate oxygen atoms and attaching to the offending stale odor molecules. Once they have attached themselves onto the stale odor molecules, they will strip them of their individual characteristics, including odor, and will then disperse them into the air to be dealt with naturally.

Ozone odor control is one of the most efficient ways in which to deal with stale odors and eliminate the problem completely, as the molecules creating the problem are destroyed completely rather than the stale odor just being replaced and masked by another stronger scent.

And now for the riddle of the week:

What is cold when running but smells when not?

Answer below–remember, if you solve the riddle, you will recieve 10% off your next order of any ozone product!

November 8, 2011

What is Smog: Ozone is Good and Natural

Ozone has recieved a bad rep recently, mainly due to the summer-time smog issues primarily in California. In actuality, smog is a combination of hydrocarbons and VOC's (Volatile Organic Compounds) which inundate areas with larger amounts of pollution. Ozone IS NOT smog; it is, in fact, naturally ocurring. Ozone is present in smog, but the process that creates this pollution also creates smog. The more pollution you have, the more smog is created. Ozone is present to help clean the pollution, and without it we would not be able to life safely in our cities. Unfortunately, Ozone has been getting a bad rep when in fact it is the hydrocarbons and VOC's, along with the many other toxic and harmful particulates in the air.

For more information on what Ozone is and how it is actually GOOD for us to have around, read this article Ozone is Good and Natural.

September 16, 2011

NewAire Plugin Giveaway:Ozone Purification At It’s Best

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Have you ever dealt with an odor that you just couldn't stand anymore? Maybe an overpowering diaper pail smell, lingering bathroom odors, or that mixed gas and oil smell in your garage?

I'm sure you can think of more.

I know for me, it was always our cat's litter box. No matter what brand of kitty litter I used or air fresheners I sprayed, that smell of urine and feces wasn't going anywhere.

And the air fresheners just masked the odor. It didn't actually take it away, which was what I needed.

This is where NewAire comes in. This patented ion wind technology system deodorized rooms up to 500 sq/ft, and gets rid of virtually any ordor caused by smoke, mold and mildew, pets, chemicals, garbage- you name it. It does the job. We so strongly believe this, we offer a 30 day money back gurantee. How could you go wrong with that?

But how does ozone work?

Ozone is created as it floats freely in the air and water. It's a very unstable molecule, and only has a half-life of 20-30 minutes. Shortly after ozone(o3) is created, it starts to break back down into oxygen(02). When, for example, there is a room full of smoke, the gas that is released (from the smoke) is the result of the smell. So when ozone is introduced to that nasty gas, it quickly starts to break down as it combines with the smoke gas moleule destroying ALL odor charachteristic.

Technical enough for you? So now you know how it happens. But why should you use one? Well that's simple. It gets rid of odors! Easily and effectively. The best part is that it is and 100% chemical-free-it only uses natural elements.

I promise you. That odor will permanently disappear after you try this thing.

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