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Air Purifiers for Cannabis / Marijuana Grow Facilities and Dispensaries

Air Purifiers for Cannabis Marijuana Grow Facilities and Dispensaries

Health Hazard involving Cannabis Cultivation, Harvesting and Dispensing.

The workers in cannabis production and distribution industry may be subjected to multiple health hazards associated with cultivation, harvesting and dispensing of cannabis (marijuana) plants or product containing cannabis.
The main health risks include, but are not limited to:

  • Respiratory, eye and skin exposures to cannabinoids (THC, CBD) and terpenes while handling plant buds.
  • Exposure to mold spores due to high humidity.
  • Exposures to pesticides and fertilizers used to protect and grow the marijuana plants.
  • Exposure to high concentrations of carbon dioxide (CO2) in greenhouses calibrated for optimized growing environment.

Exposure to Cannabinoids and Terpenes

The medicinal and other properties of marijuana plants are attributed to the cannabinoids, such as THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) and CBD (Cannabidiol) - the compounds abundantly present in marijuana plants, and more than 100 of terpenes - the primary components of essential oils responsible for the aroma and flavors of cannabis. Together with THC and CBD terpenes represent the Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs). The workers in the indoor marijuana grow facilities can be exposed to unsafe high levels of canabinoids and terpenes through the skin contact with the plants, as well as inhalation and eye contact with the essential oil vapors in the air. Removal of volatile terpenes out of the air is essential for maintaining safe and healthy working environment.
Marijuana Cannabinoids and Terpenes

Remediation

The air purifiers equipped with large amount of activated carbon adsorbent can effectively remove the essential oil vapors out of the air, while allowing to maintain the optimal growing environment for marijuana plants, including high humidity, high levels of CO2 and temperature.
The AirPura air purifiers employ oversize carbon canisters filled with massive amount 18 to 26 lbs. of regular in Airpura C600 or specialty enhanced adsorbent in the Airpura C600DLX .
The Amaircare air purifiers are available with optional carbon canisters containing a colossal amount up to 30 lbs. of regular or specialty enhanced activated carbon adsorbent in oversize canisters.

Exposure to Mold Spores

Employees involved in cultivation, trimming and/or harvesting of marijuana plants may be subjected to mold exposure. This is in large part due to the high humidity levels required for marijuana production - sometimes as high as 70 percent, which can lead to mold and fungus growth on marijuana plants - the condition well known as "Bud Rot".
Airborne mold spores are strong allergens that can cause: sneezing, wheezing, coughing, watery itchy or red eyes, runny or stuffy nose, shortness of breath, trouble breathing, respiratory infections, exacerbation of pre-existing asthmatic conditions. The air purifiers equipped with high efficiency particle filters help maintaining safe and healthy workplace environment in cannabis production, storage and distribution facilities.
Marijuana Affected by Mold

Remediation

True HEPA filter traps from the air over 99.97% of all solid airborne contaminates as small as down to 0.3 micron in size. The mold spores, ranging from 1 to 40 microns in size, are trapped by True HEPA filter at a nearly 100% rate.
The Airpura I600 employs an oversize True HEPA filter containing a huge amount (100 sq. ft.) of True HEPA media and therefore, has the largest filtration capacity out of all Airpura air purifiers.
A number of Amaircare air purifiers employ a "Jumbo-size" True HEPA filter with 100 sq. ft. of medical grade True HEPA media. The Amaircare Airwash MultiPro BOSS and Amaircare 7500 AirWash Cart models employ a set of two HEPA filter (100 sq. ft. each) and offer a double filtration capacity for large areas up to 14000 sq. ft. (at 1 ACH)

The Ultraviolet (UV) light (Germicidal UV light especially) is the fastest and most effective way to neutralize mold spores. Germicidal UV bulb destroys the amino acids in mold spores DNA, leading to their inability to produce protein and sustain life. AirPura UV600 air purifier equipped with the high-output Germicidal UV bulb is an effective way to maintain a mold spores-free working environment in marijuana grow facilities.

Exposure to Pesticides, Fertilizers

Facilities that grow marijuana commonly use insecticides and pesticides to protect plants from insects, fungicides to prevent growth of mold and fungus on marijuana plants and fertilizers to promote their vigorous growth.
However, this carries certain risks of exposure to toxic chemical substances and fumes released by fertilizers and pesticides to anyone, who cultivates or harvests marijuana, mixes, loads, or applies pesticides/fungicides, or cleans and repairs the equipment used in the process of applying pesticides/fungicides and fertilizers. Such chemicals can irritate or burn the eyes and can present respiratory hazards if their vapors are inhaled, burning the inner lining of the nose, throat, and lungs.

Marijuana Pesticide Fertilizer Use

Remediation

Large amount of activated carbon adsorbent in the air purifier air filtration system can effectively remove most toxic chemicals, vapors and fumes released by fertilizers and pesticides. The AirPura air purifiers are available with huge amount up to 26 lbs. of regular adsorbent in the Airpura C600 or specialty enhanced adsorbent in the Airpura C600DLX. The Amaircare air purifiers are available with optional carbon canisters containing a colossal amount up to 30 lbs. of regular or specialty enhanced activated carbon adsorbent.

Exposure to Carbon Dioxide (CO2)

Facilities that grow marijuana commonly maintain elevated concentration of carbon dioxide (CO2) to promote the plant growth. Unfortunately, carbon dioxide is a simple asphyxiant and in high concentrations can replace oxygen. The exposure to CO2 can cause symptoms such as, headache, dizziness, shortness of breath, increased heart rate, and in extreme cases unconsciousness and death by suffocation (asphyxiation).

Marijuana Grow Carbon Dioxide Exposure

Remediation

The adsorption capacity of activated carbon adsorbent is low for Carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide. For that reason even in large quantities, it cannot be satisfactory used for removal of these gases under normal conditions. The Photocatalytic oxidation process is the best option to lower the concentrations of carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide. The AirPura P600 and AirPura P600 Plus air purifiers incorporating the Photocatalytic oxidation technology, are the the best option for dealing with high levels of Carbon dioxide in marijuana grow facilities and for effective adsorption of hard to remove toxic chemicals in marijuana smoke in bars, restaurants and other establishments approved for smoking marijuana.

Best Air Purifiers for Cannabis / Marijuana Grow Facilities and Dispensaries

In view of the above, the most efficient air purifiers for Cannabis / Marijuana Grow Facilities and Dispensaries are the ones that meet few requirements.

1. The air filtration system should include large, perfectly sealed particle filter - True HEPA (or optional Super HEPA) to ensure a guaranteed removal of mold spores and other allergens.

2. Large amount of regular or specialty enhanced activated carbon adsorbent for effective adsorption of unwanted chemical substances and toxic chemicals from the air.

3. Powerful clean air delivery system to provide the minimal required number of air changes per hour (ACH) to ensure sufficient air circulation in the cleaning area. 

Home, Bars, Restaurants under 700 sq. ft.

Cannabis Dispensaries, Private Marijuana Growers, Bars, Restaurants under 2000 sq. ft.

Air Purifier ModelHEPA Filter, sq. ft.Carbon Filter, lbs.Air Flow Rate, cfm
Airpura V6004018 specialty560
Airpura C600/C600DLX4026 regular/specialty560
Austin Air HM450
6015 specialty400
Amaircare 3000
100*6 / 30 lbs. Canister *450

* Optional VOC or ULTRA VOC Canister. True HEPA and ULTRA VOC Canister cannot be combined together in the same unit.

Cannabis Grow Facilities or Dispensaries over 3000 sq. ft.

Air Purifier ModelHEPA Filter, sq. ft.Carbon Filter, lbs.Air Flow Rate, cfm
Amaircare AirWash MultiPro BOSS 100 x 2*30 lbs. Canister x 2*2500
Amaircare 7500 Cart
100 x 2*30 lbs. Canister x 2*1400
Amaircare 6000V Cart100*30 lbs. Canister*800
Amaircare AirWash MultiPro80*25 lbs. Canister*1300

* Optional ULTRA VOC Canister. True HEPA and ULTRA VOC Canister use the same spot and cannot be combined together in the same unit.

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