3M Launches Electrostatic Air Conditioner Filter to Improve Indoor Air Quality

BANGALORE, May 3, 2017 /PRNewswire/ --

3M has launched Electrostatic Air Conditioner filters, with unique Filtrete™ brand 3-in-1 technology to pull in and trap unwanted particles, allowing cleaner air to flow throughout home.

The filters fit easily into the existing split AC, enabling it to cool and purify the air at the same time. The filter is highly effective in capturing microscopic particles like PM 2.5, household dust, vehicular and industrial exhausts, and smoke and smog particles to give as much as 83% clean air within the first hour of running. More importantly, it saves expenditure on separate air filters and purifiers and occupies no additional space at home.

It is especially critical for babies, toddlers, young children, the elderly, and people suffering from respiratory infections, to have clean air inside the home.

Did you know that an EPA (Environmental Protection Agency, US) Study has found the levels of about a dozen common organic pollutants to be 2 to 5 times higher inside homes than outside, regardless of whether the homes were located in rural or highly industrial areas? This is because organic chemicals are widely used as ingredients in various household products. Sources of indoor air pollution include unvented cooking, humidifiers, household products like paints, cleansers, disinfectants, repellents and household dust.

According to WHO, 4.3 million premature deaths take place annually due to prolonged exposure to indoor air pollution. Bad air quality leads to initial symptoms like coughing, irritation in eyes, asthma or wheezing, tiredness, etc. But prolonged exposure in the long run leads to Stroke, Ischemic heart disease, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease(COPD) and Lung Cancer.

3M's Filtrete™ Electrostatic Air Conditioner filter is uniquely designed and technologically suited to significantly improve indoor air quality. Here are the reasons why:

• It pulls micro particles in, traps unwanted particles and delivers clean air throughout home.
• Easy to use: Fits into the existing split AC.  Allows your Air Conditioner to simultaneously clean and cool the air.
• Designed with Filtrete™ Filter media, which is less than 15% fibre, allowing it to clean your air while maintaining optimal air flow.
• Highly affordable compared to other carbon and HEPA filters and devices.

The company has tied up with Housejoy.in to make units available in select cities of Bangalore, Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi & Hyderabad, with a free installation for a limited time. Soon, it will be made available for DIY enthusiasts via Amazon.in.  

About 3M

The 3M Company is an American multinational conglomerate corporation based in Maplewood, Minnesota, a suburb of St. Paul. 3M applies science and innovation to make a real impact by igniting progress and inspiring innovation in lives and communities across the globe. 3M India is engaged in launching several products relevant for improving the life and communities in India. 

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