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Nilfisk/Wap/Alto/Attix (it seems that this company just adds branding) has a new vacuum out replacing the Attix8 it is the Attix30, it comes in 3 basic models
Basic $389
ASE autostart/electric $539 (the same size CT33 $580)
HEPA $559**
here is the basic specs
# 1.6 HP, 1000 watt self-cooling bypass motor (8.25 HP peak)
# 135 cfm airflow (CT33 134 CFM (3800 l/min))
# 92 inches static water lift (CT33 90" static water lift (23000 Pa))
# 59 decibel super quiet design (CT 33 72 dB)
# 1.0 micron washable/reusable PET coated durable filter (CT33 HEPA *)
# Push and Clean filter cleaning system on all 30-series models (This i believe is available on the CT33 replacement NAINA)
# 8 gallon heavy duty poly canister (CT 33 8.7 gal)
# Optional Electric Autostart (to plug small electric tools into vacuum) on Attix 30 AS/E model (Same as CT33)
# Optional Pneumatic Autostart (using optional Air Box attached to Attix 30 AS/E model)
# Soft-start Technology to gently gear up motor on Attix 30 AS/E model
*
NOTE about HEPA and HEPA COMPLIANCE:
EXCERPT from HEPA FILTER CONFORMANCE TECHNICAL BULLETIN.PDF
"By definition a HEPA filter is a tested filter that is at least 99.97% efficient on particles 0.3 micron in size . Now we have vacuum cleaners and other consumer items claiming to use HEPA filters − absolutely not! These filters are not individually tested and many of them actually use a lesser efficiency media. HEPA
Rarely do sequentially tested filters test at the same penetration and resistance. If each label is a duplicate of the previous it is doubtful that the manufacturer tested every filter. The IEST Recommended Practice, Underwriters Laboratories Standard, government specifications and definitions of HEPA filters, require testing of every filter.
Can a filter be defined as a HEPA filter because the media manufacturer has tested a piece of the media?
All HEPA media is tested by the media manufacturer. It is a different testing method than that used for a completely assembled filter. Some manufacturers will reference the media manufacturers' test, assemble a product, and make inference that they are providing a HEPA filter. This is an absolute misstatement. In order to meet the aforementioned Practices and Standards, every HEPA filter must be tested after all components are assembled.
This information Took alot of digging and a state lead abatement inspector's help in finding There is so much confusion right now about what is a HEPA vac or a HEPA FILTERED vac So unless the Vacuum has documentation that meets HEPA standards and the filter (serial numbered) also has corresponding documentation, a knowlegable inspector will be able to site a violation. ADDITIONALLY the notion that a vac with an undocumented HEPA is better than another vac is just that a notion.
**
* All Attix HEPA vacuums and HEPA filters are individually stamped as HEPA filters, are individually tested and certified to exceed EPA RRP HEPA filtration requirements.
* Attix HEPA vacuums and filters come with individual HEPA certificates. This provides the necessary documentation and protection you need in case of an inspection.
I just purched a 30 to go with my attix 8 will give a rundown next week
Craig
Basic $389
ASE autostart/electric $539 (the same size CT33 $580)
HEPA $559**
here is the basic specs
# 1.6 HP, 1000 watt self-cooling bypass motor (8.25 HP peak)
# 135 cfm airflow (CT33 134 CFM (3800 l/min))
# 92 inches static water lift (CT33 90" static water lift (23000 Pa))
# 59 decibel super quiet design (CT 33 72 dB)
# 1.0 micron washable/reusable PET coated durable filter (CT33 HEPA *)
# Push and Clean filter cleaning system on all 30-series models (This i believe is available on the CT33 replacement NAINA)
# 8 gallon heavy duty poly canister (CT 33 8.7 gal)
# Optional Electric Autostart (to plug small electric tools into vacuum) on Attix 30 AS/E model (Same as CT33)
# Optional Pneumatic Autostart (using optional Air Box attached to Attix 30 AS/E model)
# Soft-start Technology to gently gear up motor on Attix 30 AS/E model
*
NOTE about HEPA and HEPA COMPLIANCE:
EXCERPT from HEPA FILTER CONFORMANCE TECHNICAL BULLETIN.PDF
"By definition a HEPA filter is a tested filter that is at least 99.97% efficient on particles 0.3 micron in size . Now we have vacuum cleaners and other consumer items claiming to use HEPA filters − absolutely not! These filters are not individually tested and many of them actually use a lesser efficiency media. HEPA
Rarely do sequentially tested filters test at the same penetration and resistance. If each label is a duplicate of the previous it is doubtful that the manufacturer tested every filter. The IEST Recommended Practice, Underwriters Laboratories Standard, government specifications and definitions of HEPA filters, require testing of every filter.
Can a filter be defined as a HEPA filter because the media manufacturer has tested a piece of the media?
All HEPA media is tested by the media manufacturer. It is a different testing method than that used for a completely assembled filter. Some manufacturers will reference the media manufacturers' test, assemble a product, and make inference that they are providing a HEPA filter. This is an absolute misstatement. In order to meet the aforementioned Practices and Standards, every HEPA filter must be tested after all components are assembled.
This information Took alot of digging and a state lead abatement inspector's help in finding There is so much confusion right now about what is a HEPA vac or a HEPA FILTERED vac So unless the Vacuum has documentation that meets HEPA standards and the filter (serial numbered) also has corresponding documentation, a knowlegable inspector will be able to site a violation. ADDITIONALLY the notion that a vac with an undocumented HEPA is better than another vac is just that a notion.
**
* All Attix HEPA vacuums and HEPA filters are individually stamped as HEPA filters, are individually tested and certified to exceed EPA RRP HEPA filtration requirements.
* Attix HEPA vacuums and filters come with individual HEPA certificates. This provides the necessary documentation and protection you need in case of an inspection.
I just purched a 30 to go with my attix 8 will give a rundown next week
Craig
