THE USE OF NATURAL ZEOLITES AS STATIONARY FILTERS FOR DISINFECTION AND PURIFICATION OF INDOOR AIR

Abstract

In this study, from an ecological and hygienic point of view, the possibilities of using a natural mineral – zeolite – in indoor air filters are considered. The purpose of the work: based on the analysis of the adsorbing and disinfecting properties of various types of air filters to show the undoubted advantages of stationary filters based on natural zeolites. As methods, the researchers relied on methods of comparative analysis, description and characteristics. Results. Ventilation systems even in a small building are quite complex and require regular cleaning and disinfection. The study showed that the filters traditionally used for this purpose of absolute purification, bactericidal treatment or carbon filters have significant disadvantages (high cost, complexity of maintenance and disposal), while stationary filters based on natural zeolites, mined including in Russia, are inexpensive, hypoallergenic, easy to maintain, regenerable, have a disinfecting and deodorizing effect. However, today they are practically not used, and the technology of regeneration of natural zeolites for air filters has not yet been worked out, although such a possibility exists.

Keywords

• natural zeolites
• air disinfection
• air purification
• ventilation
• absolute purification filters
• carbon filter
• germicidal air treatment filters
• zeolite regeneration