Electronic air filters: looking for info on problems with them

[Michael Larson]

This kind of sums up your dilemma.


Chapter 5: Conclusions http://www.lungusa.org/site/pp.asp?c=dvLUK9O0E&b=39311


The limited available studies reviewed in this paper do not provide enough information to come to a conclusion about the health benefits of air cleaners. Because of the small number of studies and small sample sizes examined, there is not yet enough scientific evidence on the use of air cleaners as a means of avoiding the adverse effects of indoor air pollution. They do, however, provide some insight into circumstances when air cleaners may be beneficial. Overall, the American Lung Association recommends that proven source control strategies be employed as a primary means of reducing exposure to pollutants. However, physical studies which do not measure health effects do show that certain air cleaners are effective in removing certain indoor air pollutants. Thus, as an adjunct to effective source control and adequate ventilation, highly efficient air cleaners can be useful in further reducing levels of certain indoor air pollutants. More research on the health benefits of air cleaners is needed to provide complete evidence that would better address the circumstances of intended use. Manufacturers, clinicians, government agencies, and private industries can all assist with providing and interpreting this research in order to better inform the public.

[Greg Veal]

Michael

WHAT DID THEY SAY ???

[Michael Larson]

Originally Posted by gveal

Michael

WHAT DID THEY SAY ???

Insuffcient data to tell if they do any Darn good. Further evaluation recommended.

[Kenton H. Shepard, CMI]

Originally Posted by mlarson

This kind of sums up your dilemma.


Chapter 5: Conclusions http://www.lungusa.org/site/pp.asp?c=dvLUK9O0E&b=39311

Thanks, Mike. I read this one a little more closely this time and it does, indeed. In writing about healthy homes I've run into this dilemma in a number of areas.
Multiple Chemical Sensitivity is one, sensitivity to electromagnetic fields is another. I'm going to jump into a new thread (same forum) with this.
Thanks again.

[dhelm]

Sorry, I can't give any factual info. All I have gotten is anecdotal info from HVAC companies that they are bad.

[Kenton H. Shepard, CMI]

None of the IAQ guys seem to be very enthusiastic about them.
Some of them obviously work fine, judging from posts by those who have them.