Lanaco’s EcoStatic electrostatic filter technology uses positive and negative fiber surface charges to attract and retain particulate matter effectively. EcoStatic’s porous structure allows air to easily flow through a purifier. Unlike oil-based plastics or synthetics which the air purifier industry has been built on, the EcoStatic filter media is based entirely on materials that are derived from nature. Additionally, wool is naturally fire resistant, and hydrophobic– so water won’t build up and clog the filter media.
"Partnering with Lanaco to produce the industry's first natural wool and plant-based fiber filter, derived from nature, is not just a milestone for Blueair, but a transformative moment for the air purifier industry," said Andy Lu, CEO of Blueair. " With Lanaco's innovative New Zealand wool filter technology we're ushering in a new direction of performance. Lanaco’s filter has been ten years in the making, starting with a bespoke wool breeding program Astino through to today’s sophisticated result, which has been refined and tested in challenging environments including space exploration."
Blueair is known for its proprietary HEPASilent dual filtration technology which captures 99.97% of particles as small as 0.1 microns in size and delivers more clean air faster, while using less noise than HEPA filtration alone all while using lower energy.
"Blueair's dedication to innovation, quality and naturally derived materials resonates with our core values at Lanaco,” said Nick Davenport, CEO of Lanaco. “Our company is dedicated to developing innovative wool-based filter media. Wool is a renewable resource that’s helping change the filtration industry for the better. Our partnership with Blueair is built on our commitment to improving air quality and to make a positive impact."
The first Lanaco wool filters will be available for select units to purchase before the end of the year in the US and European markets.
