The worst haze in Singapore's history started on the 16th of June and escalated to alarming proportions on the 21st of June 2013. PSI went to above 400! Look at what caused it below, Satellite images and NASA data! This changes our perception of air quality forever, as for the first time, we are all without fresh, clean air. I've decided to put a real time monitoring widget of air quality in Singapore on my blog, so while you are reading, you can check the PSI!
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/worldviews/wp/2013/06/21/satellite-images-and-nasa-data-show-vast-forest-fires-blanketing-singapore-with-record-pollution/
Fortunately I had my ioniser at home, in my room. I decided to get more ionisers on the 19th, as I was starting to wheeze and itch and wanted to get a portable one. That was when I realized that a shortage of ionisers will soon follow, so I booked up ALL the stock Maier had. The full story follows!
If you bought a unit from me, you can click here for more information and an online warranty that I will consolidate and send to Maier as a collective. We all have a one year warranty.
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/worldviews/wp/2013/06/21/satellite-images-and-nasa-data-show-vast-forest-fires-blanketing-singapore-with-record-pollution/
Fortunately I had my ioniser at home, in my room. I decided to get more ionisers on the 19th, as I was starting to wheeze and itch and wanted to get a portable one. That was when I realized that a shortage of ionisers will soon follow, so I booked up ALL the stock Maier had. The full story follows!
If you bought a unit from me, you can click here for more information and an online warranty that I will consolidate and send to Maier as a collective. We all have a one year warranty.
Due to the haze, I haven't been updating Chanchop.com much. I was too busy trying to get air purifiers for my family and friends. These are the ionizers that I managed to get in 3 days, and they allowed my family and friends to breathe easy. While I tried my best to secure the one that I am using, MHI-6200($99.90), they were totally sold out. The manufacturer didn't answer his mobile, but I persisted in calling, whatsapping and smsing. Finally, I managed to book up ALL the MHI6000 ($79.90) and the MHI1600($59.90) he had.
What an adventure! Jimmy, Uncle Jimbo the magician was also roped in to help deliver the ionisers when the courier company I was going to use to deliver the units stopped work as the PSI had risen to over 400, which was HAZARDOUS, and together, we managed to get the air purifiers to all my friends, putting all the units I had into his little van and going from one location to another. Some of my friends also came to my apartment where Keith helped to pass them the ionisers they had booked and paid for. In all, we managed to get a total of 78 purifiers out to my friends in the space of a day.
Phew! We all had fresh air in our rooms by the 22nd of June after the haze peaked on the 21st of June 2013. What a frantic few days! If you like to find out more about the air purifiers that we managed to get, do read on!
What an adventure! Jimmy, Uncle Jimbo the magician was also roped in to help deliver the ionisers when the courier company I was going to use to deliver the units stopped work as the PSI had risen to over 400, which was HAZARDOUS, and together, we managed to get the air purifiers to all my friends, putting all the units I had into his little van and going from one location to another. Some of my friends also came to my apartment where Keith helped to pass them the ionisers they had booked and paid for. In all, we managed to get a total of 78 purifiers out to my friends in the space of a day.
Phew! We all had fresh air in our rooms by the 22nd of June after the haze peaked on the 21st of June 2013. What a frantic few days! If you like to find out more about the air purifiers that we managed to get, do read on!
The MHI-6000.
Information below is extracted from Maier's website. I first met the manufacturer in 2005 when I bought my first ioniser from them. Was so impressed I bought 20 for the insurance brokers I was sharing office with in 2006. Amazed that he still remembers me after such a long time, and was kind enough to let me book up his entire stock so my friends could get an ioniser. I only managed to get 6 sets of these, and 3 lucky people managed to collect it within two hours of my facebook posting.
Information below is extracted from Maier's website. I first met the manufacturer in 2005 when I bought my first ioniser from them. Was so impressed I bought 20 for the insurance brokers I was sharing office with in 2006. Amazed that he still remembers me after such a long time, and was kind enough to let me book up his entire stock so my friends could get an ioniser. I only managed to get 6 sets of these, and 3 lucky people managed to collect it within two hours of my facebook posting.
---Extracted from Maier's site---
Collects Particles & Pollutants
Airborne particles and pollutants are magnetically attracted to the metal dust collection plates, like a magnet. The electronic breeze draws pollutants through the unit and its magnetically-charged plates. Then, you simply wipe the plates clean periodically, removing them from the environment.When the metal dust collection plates become full of particulate and residue, simply wipe them off with a damp cloth. The amount of contamination collected by the rag will give you and idea of how much airborne pollution is being removed.
Built-In Germicidal UV Lamp
The air first sweeps past the germicidal ultraviolet light after entering the air inlet. The UV light is lethal against harmful, airborne micro-organisms such as germs, viruses, bacteria and fungi (such as mycotoxins from mould).
Circulates Negative Ions
Negative ions are accelerated in large numbers throughout the room, removing airborne particles and pollutants from the air.
Airborne particles and pollutants are magnetically attracted to the metal dust collection plates, like a magnet. The electronic breeze draws pollutants through the unit and its magnetically-charged plates. Then, you simply wipe the plates clean periodically, removing them from the environment.When the metal dust collection plates become full of particulate and residue, simply wipe them off with a damp cloth. The amount of contamination collected by the rag will give you and idea of how much airborne pollution is being removed.
Built-In Germicidal UV Lamp
The air first sweeps past the germicidal ultraviolet light after entering the air inlet. The UV light is lethal against harmful, airborne micro-organisms such as germs, viruses, bacteria and fungi (such as mycotoxins from mould).
Circulates Negative Ions
Negative ions are accelerated in large numbers throughout the room, removing airborne particles and pollutants from the air.
Features
Advance Ionic Breeze Technology
Ionizer dust collection plate to clean poisonous gases
Powerful UV Germicidal Technology
Dissolves and neutralizes poisonous gases, bacteria and mould
Eliminates cigarette smoke odour, unpleasant body scents and more!
No filter replacement necessary, easy to clean
Keeps air clean and fresh
Specifications
Rated Voltage: 230V 50Hz
Power Consumption: 5 W
Ion Output: ≥ 1x104/cm3
Dimension (h x w x d): 16" x 7" x 6.75"
UV Spectrum: 20 ~ 30 µw
Application Area: 15 Sqm
UV Wavelength: UV-C, the short, germicidal range of the UV wavelength that is effective at destroying the DNA cell of microorganisms.
Nanometer Frequency: 254 nm, the ideal frequency for destroying DNA cells of microorganisms.
UV Lamp Life: 6,000 hours (over a year).
---End Extract---
Advance Ionic Breeze Technology
Ionizer dust collection plate to clean poisonous gases
Powerful UV Germicidal Technology
Dissolves and neutralizes poisonous gases, bacteria and mould
Eliminates cigarette smoke odour, unpleasant body scents and more!
No filter replacement necessary, easy to clean
Keeps air clean and fresh
Specifications
Rated Voltage: 230V 50Hz
Power Consumption: 5 W
Ion Output: ≥ 1x104/cm3
Dimension (h x w x d): 16" x 7" x 6.75"
UV Spectrum: 20 ~ 30 µw
Application Area: 15 Sqm
UV Wavelength: UV-C, the short, germicidal range of the UV wavelength that is effective at destroying the DNA cell of microorganisms.
Nanometer Frequency: 254 nm, the ideal frequency for destroying DNA cells of microorganisms.
UV Lamp Life: 6,000 hours (over a year).
---End Extract---
MHI-1600
I managed to sweep up all 72 units that Maier had and everyone who booked through me managed to get a slight discount from the retail price! What a relief that we didn't have to pay more despite the stock running out and Maier having nothing else to sell. While this is not the ideal unit that we all wanted, it was effective in cleaning the air in a small room of about 15 square meters.
---Extracted from Maier's site---
I managed to sweep up all 72 units that Maier had and everyone who booked through me managed to get a slight discount from the retail price! What a relief that we didn't have to pay more despite the stock running out and Maier having nothing else to sell. While this is not the ideal unit that we all wanted, it was effective in cleaning the air in a small room of about 15 square meters.
---Extracted from Maier's site---
Compact air purifier/deodorizer ideal for closet, bathrooms and small spaces.
Enjoy clean air quietly
The Compact Air Purifier circulates fresh air and natural oxygen in total silence using advanced ionic air movement technology.
Purifier freshens air anywhere
Compact, portable, and lightweight, the Compact Air Purifier can be conveniently placed on your closet floor, shelf, or wall. Or use the special included attachment to hang it on your closet rod.
Eliminates almost everything
Our Compact Air Purifier keeps your clothes fresh by gently removing any lingering odors from clothing and neutralizes the air. This purifier works on mold odor and other disagreeable vapors.
Enjoy clean air quietly
The Compact Air Purifier circulates fresh air and natural oxygen in total silence using advanced ionic air movement technology.
Purifier freshens air anywhere
Compact, portable, and lightweight, the Compact Air Purifier can be conveniently placed on your closet floor, shelf, or wall. Or use the special included attachment to hang it on your closet rod.
Eliminates almost everything
Our Compact Air Purifier keeps your clothes fresh by gently removing any lingering odors from clothing and neutralizes the air. This purifier works on mold odor and other disagreeable vapors.
Features: Compact, portable, and lightweight Ideal for closets, bathrooms, laundry, or any small room Freshens clothes and removes odors naturally without cover-up scents Saves money on dry cleaning; extends wearability of clothing between dry-cleanings Advanced plasma breeze ionic technology removes odors the natural way Silently circulates negative ions to neutralize airborne bacteria and flu viruses - keeps air fresh and clean Eliminates airborne germs, vapors, pollutants, mildew, cigarette smoke and other odors Removes small airborne particles Kills mold and effluvium Easy to clean filters Energy saving, 2W consumption saves energy Operates on 12V cUL listed AC adaptor (included) or 6 D batteries (not included) Specifications: Voltage: AC220V Power Consumption: 2W Ion Output: Max 1x104/cm3 Active Oxygen Output≤ 0.05 PPM Application Area: 15 Sq Meter ---End Extract--- What I really like about this unit is that you can bring it out with you! Just by slotting in 6D sized batteries, you can bring clean air wherever you go! Putting it in the car or even in a tent is possible. The two collector plates are also a pretty attractive feature, and the clever little piece of plastic at the bottom of the collector plates play their part in cleaning the "needles" each time the plates are pulled out for wiping is really good design, though it tempts people to pull it out each time it is sighted. The collector plates can be wiped with a wet cloth, but I usually use a wet tissue instead. |