air-purifiers
HealthMate HM400
The HealthMate is the premier choice for chemical sensitivity and VOC removal, featuring 15 lbs of activated carbon—more than almost any consumer competitor. Its solid steel construction ensures zero plastic off-gassing from the unit itself.
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Most 'HEPA' purifiers use a thin carbon-coated sponge that saturates in weeks; Austin Air uses a massive 15-lb bed of activated carbon and zeolite that lasts up to 5 years. It avoids the 'smart' features that often fail in other brands in favor of medical-grade durability.
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