Rainfresh Air Technology/Terminology

Titanium Dioxide (TiO2)

TiO2 is the latest technology and is extremely effective at deodorization and sterilization. TiO2 is a photo catalyst that reacts with UV light to produce free radicals that seek out and destroy pollutants. These TiO2 radicals actively attack pollutants, destroy them and then dissipate to leave no trace. TiO2 technology is one of the most efficient ways to eliminate odors, allergens, bacteria and viruses. It is also the most efficient at neutralizing fumes and vapors such as smoke, paint smell and cooking odors.

Negative Ions are electrically charged particles that attach themselves to positively charged particles, acting like a magnet. Airborne particles such as pollen, dust, bacteria, pet dander and smoke have positive charges. Negative ions cause these pollutants to combine until they are too heavy and fall out of the air. This purifies the air that we breathe. Particulate matter is best handled with negative ion technology. Dirt, dust and larger pollen is efficiently collected and dropped out of the air. Negative Ions are nature’s air cleaners and are created naturally in the outdoor world. Plants, thunderstorms, rain & wind actions, waterfalls, and sunlight all create negative ions everyday. This is one of the reasons that fresh air smells and feels fresh!

Ozone is 3 oxygen atoms joined together to form one molecule. Normal oxygen is 2 oxygen atoms combined to form one molecule. Ozone is naturally occurring in our atmosphere and is one of the main elements that helps to protect us from the suns radiation. Ozone is very proficient in eliminating odors. It’s one of the best sanitizers and deodorizers available anywhere. Ozone is extremely reactive and aggressively attacks any pollutant that is comes in contact with. Ozone is excellent at killing bacteria, many viruses, mold, mildew and most allergens. It is also one of the most effective way to eliminate gas pollutants such as smoke. The Environmental Protection Agency sets strict maximum recommended levels of Ozone production to safeguard your health. In large levels ozone can be dangerous to your health. Used properly, Rain Fresh Air air cleaners are safe. Remember that too much of anything is not good for you, however, taken in moderation the same thing is perfectly safe.

UV is invisible light that is produced by a specially designed light bulb. While UV light from the sun can cause sunburn on people the special frequencies of light produced by our machine are extremely effective at disinfection and purification. UV is an excellent way to kill bacteria, viruses & mildew spores. It can be harmful to your eyes and skin.

Inexpensive initially but replacement filters are required for long term use. The best way to trap and capture dust, dander, mold spores and other airborne irritants. Air must pass through the filter to be cleaned. Can be combined with a charcoal layer for very effective odor elimination.

Uses charged metal plates to attract particulate matter as it passes by. Range from inexpensive to very expensive. Not as effective on gasses and odors. Requires a fan since it only cleans the air that passes through the machine. No filters to change, but still requires routine cleaning.