New “Green” Filter is Unique Among
MERV 8s. Immediate Energy Savings
and Low Life Cycle Cost Generate
Strong Contractor Interest

Background:

Research conducted by the National Association of Home Builders
(NAHB) indicates that a majority of homeowners are willing to pay
more for “green” products.  On February 14, 2008, NAHB launched
a major new initiative to help its members move the practice of
green building, and green products, into the mainstream. 
Energy efficiency, and indoor air quality are a major
part of the initiative. 

Camfil-Farr, a world leader in filtration products for residential,
commercial and industrial applications, has introduced the first
true MERV 8*(ASHRAE 52.2-2007) “30/30” air filter.

The 30/30® is a high-efficiency pleated panel filter designed
as a strong, value-added upgrade from ordinary MERV 8s.
It has very low initial resistance, and low maintained resistance,
to airflow, and the lowest average pressure drop of any MERV 8
filter.  This translates immediately into savings on heating and
cooling that are both measurable and significant – typically 25%
and more for the average homeowner.

The MERV 8 30/30 filter is distinctive in having earned five stars
on the ECI (Energy Cost Index+) – the best-possible performance
ranking.  It is positioned to have the lowest life cycle cost of any
medium efficiency filter. 

The design of the Camfil Farr MERV 8 30/30, with its radial pleat
design, allows full use of the media for maximum dust holding
capacity.  Tests show the 30/30 has 30% higher dust holding
capacity than conventional MERV 8 filters.  This means a longer
service life, and less-frequent change-outs.  

The media for the 30/30 filter is “all-mechanical,” rather than
electrostatic, and maintains consistent, high removal efficiency
throughout the filter’s life.  In contrast, other MERV 8s are
made with electrostatically charged media, whose efficiency
drops as dust loads.  

Camfil Farr supports its contractor network with a comprehensive
Performance Guarantee which warrants that the 30/30 will maintain
its efficiency over time, and last longer, than any pleated panel filter. 
The filter also has very high structural integrity.  The radial media
pleats on the 30/30 are secured by a welded wire grid, spot-welded
on one-inch centers.  The grid is treated for corrosion protection
and is bonded to the media to prevent oscillation. 

A high wet strength beverage board frame creates a stable,
non-yielding media pack.  The media pack is bonded to the frame
and diagonal support members are bonded to each pleat to enhance
rigidity through bridge-style engineering.  Filter bypass is virtually
eliminated. The MERV 8 30/30 is guaranteed to 2.0” w.g. without
media pack failure. 

The MERV 8 30/30 is rated for low flammability by Underwriters
Laboratories as Class 1 or Class 2, and is available in 2” and 4”
configurations suitable for both residential and commercial use. 
Its classification as a high-quality,  “green” product, and its
ability to immediately reduce utility costs, makes it ideal for
homeowners who are looking for ways to be more environmentally
conscious, while getting excellent value in the products they buy.

The Energy Independence and Security Act signed by President Bush
in late December, 2007 incentivizes consumers and business owners
to upgrade their heating and cooling equipment to reduce energy consumption.  It also provides a valuable opportunity for contractors
to add high-efficiency air filters to the new package.

The Camfil Farr 30/30 may be used to meet requirements of the
U.S. Green Building Council (“LEED”) in terms of efficiency,
energy savings and reduced disposal impact.

* MERV, Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value, is a number from 1 to 16 that is relative
to an air filter’s efficiency, according to a universal filtration standard.  The higher the
MERV, the more efficient the air filter is at removing particles. .