Dental Laboratory Air Filtration

Air filtration units can be an extremely beneficial tool to have in a dental laboratory. They rid the air of minute dust and debris particles as well as gas and odors that can be found in any dental laboratory. The use of grinders, sandblasters and other tools used in manufacturing dental appliances can leave a significant amount of debris in the air. Purchasing an air purifier unit can help maintain air quality and eliminate dusty equipment. When choosing a filtration unit, be sure they are medical/lab grade. A typical consumer air purifier will not be sufficient to cleanse the air. The first step to researching an air purifier/filtration unit is the amount of square feet that you wish to be cycled. Air purifiers utilize a few different types of filtration, these include: Carbon, HEPA, anti-microbial and UV lamp. Some air purifiers can be a mixture of both, for example, a Carbon/HEPA filtration unit. While a Carbon filter is ideal for chemicals and odors in air, HEPA is ideal for air particles. It is a good idea to contact the vendor and inquire to the best filtration option for your specific application.