It's important to acknowledge that certain products marketed as HEPA-filters are often
not genuine HEPA filters. Product labels like "HEPA-like" or "HEPA-style" try to
capitalize on the high standard of genuine HEPA filters without initiating official testing at
independent institutions to back up these claims. This can cause confusion for
consumers and shop owners who are purchasing such products. In order to avoid
purchasing a substandard product, purchasers can ask manufacturers for a copy of the
HEPA filter test certificate.
Taking HEPA filters to the next level.
Although a product might be a certified HEPA filter, it is not guaranteed to be high
quality. Festool takes the quality standards of HEPA filters even further than required by
testing standards. This means that Festool product filters and total unit "extractors" have
undergone testing to extremely strict standards (IES RP-CC-002, IES-RP-CC-0034.1 by
the Institute of Environmental Science and Technology).
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The company believes that in
addition to having top notch HEPA filters, it's important to make sure their products are
constructed well enough that dust doesn't escape from an extractor before it even
reaches the HEPA filter. Festool proudly holds a "Full unit HEPA certification" for their
dust extractors.
Dependable and trustworthy dust removal.
Because Festool tools combine powerful extractors and customizable filters which are
specifically designed with dust extraction in mind, they are trusted by vehicle repair
workers for their reliability and ability to execute expert craftsmanship. Combined with
3M auto care products and personal protective equipment, workers can operate with
pride and peace of mind.
Learn more at 3M.ca/TotalAutomotiveSandingSystem
This article was created by Festool in partnership with 3M Canada.
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