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WWW.AFPROFILTERS.COM The air in the Netherlands and Belgium contains high concentrations of incredibly harmful particulate matter. Modern, high-quality air filters create a cleaner indoor climate and consume much less energy. The productivity of employees will increase and your climate control expenses will plummet. THE ADVANTAGES OF AIR FILTRATION

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WWW.AFPROFILTERS.COM

The air in the Netherlands and Belgium contains high concentrations of incredibly harmful particulate matter. Modern, high-quality air filters create a cleaner indoor climate and consume much less energy. The productivity of

employees will increase and your climate control expenses will plummet.

THE ADVANTAGES OF AIR FILTRATION

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THE IMPORTANCE OF A GOOD AIR FILTEREvery company uses a form of climate control. It creates clean air and a pleasant working environment. But climate control consumes a lot of energy. Because of that, producers of air filters invest extensively in energy efficient air filters. Have you been using the same air filter for years? It might be wise to research alternatives. Switching to a more modern, efficient air filter is simple and can save you thousands of euros a year.

Modern air filters filter more harmful particulate matter from the air as well. That is important, because in the Netherlands and Belgium the percentage of particulate matter exceeds the European Regulations. VITO research shows that particulate matter is twelve times more harmful than passive smoking. Polluted air leads to decreased productivity and increased sick leave, and it may even be lethal in the long term. So air pollution is an issue that should be taken seriously.

In this whitepaper we will show you how to save a lot of money and reduce sick leave of your employees by switching to another type of air filter.

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARYHigh-quality air filters greatly reduce energy costsAir filters slowly fill up with waste during the day, which causes the resistance to rise and the energy consumption to grow exponentially. In order to keep air filters profitable, you should regularly replace them. New, high-quality air filters have a longer standing time, which considerably reduces installation and material costs. What is even more important is that these new filters have a much lower air resistance during the entire standing time. This greatly reduces the electricity costs – sometimes saving as much as thousands of euros per year.

What can you do now?In order to switch to new, high-quality air filters, the air treatment cabinet does not usually have to be altered. Thanks to the standardised sizes of the EN 15805 norm, you can simply replace the old filters with new, energy-saving filters with a similar or better filter performance.

• In chapter 1 you can read more about saving money.• Let yourself be convinced and compare the various air filters, including their energy labels, in the AFPRO Filter Simulator http://simulator.acsfilters.com• Contact us for a free Life Cycle Cost Calculation in which we calculate exactly how much you would save.

High-quality air filters reduce sick leaveChapter 2 delves deeper into the serious, negative consequences of air pollution. The percentages of particulate matter in the Dutch and Belgian air are among the highest in Europe. Inhaling polluted air reduces people’s concentration level, increases sick leave and can eventually lead to cardiovascular and lung diseases. Research by the Flemish research institute VITO reveals that particulate matter has a much larger impact on health than passive smoking. Air pollution is a theme that concerns any employer and employee!

What can you do now?By equipping your current air filter system with high-quality air filters, you will also filter extremely small particulate matter from the air. This blows clean air into the workplace and reduces sick leave.• Read more on the harmful consequences of particulate matter in chapter 2.• Contact us for a free particle measurement of your premises.

What is the concrete contribution of high-quality air filters?A modern, high-quality air filter is generally a couple of euros more expensive than a traditional filter. However, these extra costs are nothing compared to the huge net savings resulting from the decreased energy consumption and having to replace the filters less often.

• You save on electricity costs• You save on material costs• You save on installation costs• You reduce sick leave• You increase the productivity of employees• You contribute to corporate social responsibility

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CHAPTER 1

HIGH-QUALITY FILTERS REALISE A STRONG COST REDUCTION

Why save energy?Our energy needs rise strongly every year. According to data of Statistics Netherlands (CBS), energy consumption between 1950 and 2013 rose by about 4.5 percent every year. If we look at the price development of energy, we can see that the energy price also increases every year. There was not a small drop around 2010, but by now the price level is back to the highest level from 2009.

A large part of the energy costs of companies can be ascribed to climate control. In an average office building the HVAC systems (heating, ventilation, air conditioning) use around 50% of the total energy needs. If these costs are separated further, we can see that around 70% of the HVAC costs consist of energy costs for air filtering. The air filter system is one of the systems that consume the most energy.

Modern filters create a strong energy reductionYou can probably see that reducing the energy needs of the air filtration represents a huge saving. And the savings only grow, because energy prices just keep rising.

To understand how you can realise this saving, we first have to explain something about the operation of air filters. To clean the air of a room, a ventilator in an air treatment cabinet (usually installed on the roof of a building or in a technical room) blows in air from outside. Before the air reaches its final destination, it is filtered by one or more air filters and, if required, heated.

The material and the efficiency of a filter determine which gases or particles are stopped. A carbon dioxide filter, for example, is perfect for stopping gases and odours. A HEPA filter, on the other hand, even filters the most minuscule particles from the air, which makes it perfectly suited for clean rooms and hospitals.

320JANUARY 1997 = 100

Source: CBS TREND IN ENERGY PRICE DEVELOPMENT‘97 ‘98 ‘99 ‘00 ‘01 ‘02 ‘03 ‘04 ‘05 ‘06 ‘07 ‘08 ‘09 ‘10 ‘11 ‘12 ‘13 ‘14 ‘15 ‘16 ‘17 ‘18 ‘19 ‘20 ‘21 ‘22

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Saving thousands of euros per monthThe material and the type of filter are main components in determining the initial air resistance. Simply put, the resistance determines the speed with which the ventilator in the air treatment cabinet should rotate to be able to deliver the right amount of air. Filter pollution has a strong negative effect on the air resistance. The higher the resistance, the harder the ventilator needs to work and the higher the energy consumption – and thus the energy costs. An increased air resistance is an important reason to replace an air filter. Modern efficient filters have a practically constant low air resistance, so energy consumption remains low during the entire life-span. The lower the resistance, the lower the energy costs.

Saving energy with high-quality air filtersWith a good air filter you can save much on energy costs. This infographic shows you how that works.

www.afprofilters.com

Energy costs of an average office building

Moreexpensive to purchase

Cheaper to purchase

50%50%

70%30%

HVAC-SYSTEMSRegulating ventilation,

temperature and humidity)

Other energy

HVAC-SYSTEMS

Air filter costs

Energy costs

Total costs Annual costs

Annual costs

AFPRO filter

Cheaper filter

Better protection against particulate matter

Fewer changes = less work and waste costs

Silts faster = more filter changes per year

More changes = more work and costs

Bad protection against particulate matter

In the long term leads

to lowercosts

In the long term leads

to higher costs

Total costs

JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG

JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG

Energy costs

Air filterpurchase price

Air filterpurchase price

Energy costs

Extended standing time = fewer filter changes per year

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CLIENT CASENew filters save 12,500 euros per year for the residential estate OosterheemResidential estate Oosterheem has adopted a so-called HD filter, which is a filter with a great storage capacity.The starting resistance of this filter is much lower – and it remains low for the entire standing time. That way, the residential estate was able to reduce energy consumption from 20,000 kWh per month to just 12,000 kWh. Just by replacing the air filters, Oosterheem now saves more than 1,000 euros per month. Michel Bakermans, Management & Innovation employee with Thuisvester says: “We can just see that the new filters save energy.” Read the entire Oosterheem case here: http://www.acsfilters.com/images/stories/AFPRO_Case_Study_Oosterheem.pdf

perfect for cooling. For heating, the water has to be heated further with a heat pump that is connected to the source.

Saving on air treatment‘After a while, we noticed that the energy usage of the building was higher than we had expected’, says Bakermans. Together with our installer Kuijpers, we searched for the cause. Heiki Claeys, project manager for Kuijpers: ‘The great thing about this complex is that it has separate energy meters. That means installations like the heat pump and the air fi lters are measured separately. This let us see pretty quickly that the ventilation of the complex used a relatively high amount of power.’ Claeys got in touch with AFPRO Filters. ‘We looked together for a fi lter with lower resistance, which would decrease the energy use.’

CASE STUDYH E A L T H C A R E

HD fi lter saves residential complex 12,500 euros per year

Thuisvester, a housing corporation located in Oosterhout, manages some 13,500 rental units. The organisation strives for improving the housing and living quality of residents. A nice environment is worked towards, with a forward-looking approach. Michel Bakermans, Management & Innovation employee: ‘Our focus lies on good, appropriate and affordable residences and on the quality of the living environment. We make efforts to control housing expenses for our clients and to improve living comfort. A great example of this is our assisted living complex Oosterheem.’

Optimal combination of living enjoyment and sustainable climate controlThuisvester realised the assisted living complex Oosterheem in 2009; it consists of 100 assisted-living apartments and 24 sheltered housing units. Bakermans: ‘For the past 7 years, all assisted living buildings must be cooled. That is legally required. Our assisted living complex makes use of sustainable cold and heat storage for warming and cooling, also called geothermal heating. With that, we save on costs of climate control, and it fi ts entirely with our efforts to provide affordable housing within a high-quality living environment.’ Groundwater lends itself outstandingly to the storage of warmth and cold. In the summer, people use the cool groundwater in order to cool the complex. The heated water is then again stored in the earth and used in the winter to heat the complex. The groundwater is already

Business: Assisted living complex OosterheemContact person: Mr. Michel BakermansPosition: Management & Innovation employee, ThuisvesterContact person: Mr. Heiki ClaeysPosition: Kuijpers Installaties project leader

www.afprofi lters.com

perfect for cooling. For heating, the water has to be heated further with a heat pump that is connected to the source.

Saving on air treatment‘After a while, we noticed that the energy usage of the building was higher than we had expected’, says Bakermans. Together with our installer Kuijpers, we searched for the cause. Heiki Claeys, project manager for Kuijpers: ‘The great thing about this complex is that it has separate energy meters. That means installations like the heat pump and the air fi lters are measured separately. This let us see pretty quickly that the ventilation of the complex used a relatively high amount of power.’ Claeys got in touch with AFPRO Filters. ‘We looked together for a fi lter with lower resistance, which would decrease the energy use.’

CASE STUDYH E A L T H C A R E

HD fi lter saves residential complex 12,500 euros per year

Thuisvester, a housing corporation located in Oosterhout, manages some 13,500 rental units. The organisation strives for improving the housing and living quality of residents. A nice environment is worked towards, with a forward-looking approach. Michel Bakermans, Management & Innovation employee: ‘Our focus lies on good, appropriate and affordable residences and on the quality of the living environment. We make efforts to control housing expenses for our clients and to improve living comfort. A great example of this is our assisted living complex Oosterheem.’

Optimal combination of living enjoyment and sustainable climate controlThuisvester realised the assisted living complex Oosterheem in 2009; it consists of 100 assisted-living apartments and 24 sheltered housing units. Bakermans: ‘For the past 7 years, all assisted living buildings must be cooled. That is legally required. Our assisted living complex makes use of sustainable cold and heat storage for warming and cooling, also called geothermal heating. With that, we save on costs of climate control, and it fi ts entirely with our efforts to provide affordable housing within a high-quality living environment.’ Groundwater lends itself outstandingly to the storage of warmth and cold. In the summer, people use the cool groundwater in order to cool the complex. The heated water is then again stored in the earth and used in the winter to heat the complex. The groundwater is already

Business: Assisted living complex OosterheemContact person: Mr. Michel BakermansPosition: Management & Innovation employee, ThuisvesterContact person: Mr. Heiki ClaeysPosition: Kuijpers Installaties project leader

www.afprofi lters.com

Besparen op installatie- en materiaalkosten The standing time, or life-span, is the time that an air filter is working. Over time a filter becomes polluted, so that its resistance increases and filtering is no longer profitable. Thanks to smart innovations the standing time of modern, high-quality filters is increased more and more. The structure of these filters has a high particle-storing capacity and a low resistance, which together result in an extended standing time. In addition to reduced energy costs, this also realises reduced installation, material and waste expenses.

Watch a short animation here on how saving with air filters works: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1KgWkiVI0p4

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CHAPTER 2

AIR POLLUTION REDUCES PRODUCTIVITY AND INCREASES SICK LEAVEAir pollution is everywhere – even inside and at the office. The annoying part is that you cannot see it. However, the effect of air pollution on people’s health is tremendous. It leads to reduced productivity and even a shorter life-span. Annually thousands of people die from the consequences of air pollution, and thousands more fall ill.

Because of that, air pollution is a theme that should be taken seriously. After all, employees spend much of their day in your workplace. By improving the quality of the air there, it is easy to contribute significantly to the wellbeing of your employees.

Particulate matter is twelve times more dangerous than passive smokingParticulate matter is one of the main forms of air pollution. When we talk about particulate matter, we make several distinctions based on size

Gradation of particles

PM10(0,01mm)

Particles with an aerodynamic diameter smaller than 10 micrometres. These particles are often described as ‘coarse particles’ and contain dust of roads and industry as well as particles created by ignition. Depending on their size, coarse particles may get stuck in the windpipe or in the bronchi.

PM2,5(0,0025mm)

Particles with an aerodynamic diameter smaller than 2.5 micrometres. These particles are described as fine particles and contain secondary aerosols and ignition particles. Fine particles may end up in alveoli.

PM0,1(0,0001mm)

Particles with an aerodynamic diameter smaller than 0.1 micrometre are called ultra-fine particles. Ultra-fine particles are most dangerous because they could end up in a person’s bloodstream.

PM is the abbreviation for particulate matter

These epidemiological and toxicological data show that particulate matter, when inhaled, is harmful for a person’s health. This health damage mainly occurs as a result of ultra-fine particulate matter. The particles penetrate the lungs deepest and damage them most severely.

Source: image: http://epa.gov/airquality/particlepollution/basic.html

Human hair +- 70 ųm average diameter

Particulate matter, smaller than a hair

PM 10 ųm diameter

PM 2,5 ųm diameter

5 - 10 ųmNasal cavity and throat

1 - 5 ųmAirways

0 - 1 ųmBronchi and in the bloodstream

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Particulate matter is created by burning fossil fuels and processing substances in industry such as mixed feed, metal and chemical companies. But it may also arise naturally.

Particulate matter is created by

• Traffic emission, such as soot from diesel engines.• Emission from industry.• Emission from residences, such as fireplace, wood stove, barbecue and cigarette smoke.• Natural sources such as sea salt and particles from the ground.

This infographic briefly explains what creates particulate matter, what are the consequences of inhaling it, and how you can protect yourself against it.

CLEAN AIR THROUGH PARTICLE FILTRATION

Clean air is of vital importance. Literally. Although we can’t see the minuscule particles that make up particulate matter, we do inhale it. Every day we fill our lungs with these

PM in the air75% of the particulate matter in our air is the result of human actions: only 25% is natural

Health by filtering We cannot solve air pollution on our own, but we can do so inside. On average we spend about 70% of our time indoors.

Clean Air

CAUSE EFFECT SOLUTIONThe AFPRO F9 filter offers a level of protection of 80% against PM thanks to the fine glass fibres.

Protective layer againstdamaging during installation outside and inside.

Level of protection

AFPRO F9

80%35%

Health risksThe smaller the particles, the more dangerous they are for your health. Through your bronchi they could end up in your bloodstream

Fine glass fibre

Protective layer

synthetical AFPRO F9

www.afprofilters.com

Fine glass fibre

Human hair +- 70 ųm average diameter

Particulate matter, smaller than a hair

PM 10 ųm diameter

PM 2,5 ųm diameter

5 - 10 ųmNasal cavity and throat

1 - 5 ųmAirways

0 - 1 ųmBronchi and in the bloodstream

Particulate matter

The huge consequences of particulate matterMost people breathe polluted air for all of their lives. Many people suffer lung diseases or cardiovascular problems at some point in their lives. Air pollution is part of the reason. Particulate matter enters the lungs when you breathe in, where they can cause harm. It might also cause the blood to become more viscous, raising the chance of heart attacks. In addition, scientists have discovered neurological effects of particulate matter, such as a negative influence on heart muscle functions.

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VITO1 calculated that particulate matter is twelve times more harmful to your health than passive smoking.

PARTICULATE MATTER(79500)

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(2500)

HEAT(1000)

OZONE (500)

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NICKEL (1)

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• The DALY (Disability-adjusted life years) not only measures the number of people who die prematurely through illness, but also the number of years people with an illness remain alive. Mortality and morbidity are both calculated in a single index.• DALY • YLL (Years of Life Lost) • YLD (Years Lived with Disabilities)

HIGH

1 The Flemish research institute VITO, comparable to the Dutch TNO. Source: www.vito.be

Consequences of air pollution:● Acute complaints like coughing, headaches, eye irritation, concentration problems and shortness of breath.● Annually 1000 emergency admissions resulting from cardiovascular diseases.● Annually 1000 emergency admissions resulting from acute airway complaints.● 3%-5% of the disease burden in the Netherlands comes from chronic exposure to air pollution.● Annually we lose 135,000 healthy life years due to air pollution.

According to the National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM), several thousands of people will live several days to several months shorter due to short-term exposure to a high concentration of particulate matter. Even if the concentration is below the European limits, health effects will be visible.

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Watch this short animated video on what particulate matter is, what causes it and how you can protect yourself from it:

The Netherlands and Belgium do not meet the European guidelineThe air in the Netherlands and Belgium is among the most polluted in Europe. In many places the measured value of particulate matter is higher than the European norm. In the Netherlands and Belgium the concentration of particulate matter exceeds the limits, especially within 100 metres of busy motorways or within 50 metres of busy city streets. In the biggest municipalities in the Netherlands up to 10% of the population is exposed to an excessive concentration of particulate matter (2004).

Source IUP Heidelberg

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HOW IS THE AIR QUALITY AROUND YOU?How is the air quality in your area? The RIVM, the GGD Amsterdam and the DCMR Environmental Services of Rijnmond have developed an app that shows the concentrations of particulate matter, ozone and nitrogen dioxide in around 75 areas in the Netherlands. In addition, the app describes the severity of the air pollution measured. You can also set an alarm value: if this value is exceeded, the app gives a signal.More information on: http://www.luchtkwaliteitmetingen.nl

How do you contribute to the health of your employees?On average an employee spends about 70% to 90% of their time indoors. At home and at work the air quality often leaves much to be desired. If the air outside is polluted, the air inside usually is, too. This can lead to the sick building syndrome (SBS). Almost three quarters of SBS cases can be ascribed to the ultra-fine particles in the air. Well-known symptoms are lethargy, concentration and airway issues, headaches, drowsiness, irritation of the skin or eyes, and exhaustion.

Employees spend much of their week in the workplace. Because of that, it is important to protect them from the consequences of air pollution. Proper air filtration is a simple way of protecting employees. Just replacing the current air filters with high-quality filters makes a significant difference. It reduces sick leave among employees and – as we have seen in the previous chapter – the energy costs when using high-quality filters are considerably lower.

Win-win situation: cleaner air, high savingsModern, high-quality air filters filter particulate matter from the air and create a healthy working environment. In most cases the current air treatment system does not have to be adjusted. Just replacing the filters is enough.

By making the right choice, you not only choose for a better air quality, but also for a great cost reduction, as described in the first chapter. When determining the right filter, there are a couple of features to take into account:

• level of filtering• energy consumption• particle storage capacity

The table below details these aspects per filter type.

Filtertype Level of filtering Energy consumption Particle storage capacity

HPQ compact filter with extra filter surface

high protection from particulate matter

+++ +++

HPQ compact filter high protection from particulate matter

++ ++

HQ glass fibre bag filter high protection from particulate matter

+ ++

LSB synthetic filter 35% protection from particulate matter

-- +/-

Legend | Gradation goes from - - - (very negative) up to +++ (very positive)

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Saving energy with high-quality air filtersWith a good air filter you can save much on energy costs. This infographic shows you how that works.

www.afprofilters.com

Energy costs of an average office building

Moreexpensive to purchase

Cheaper to purchase

50%50%

70%30%

HVAC-SYSTEMSRegulating ventilation,

temperature and humidity)

Other energy

HVAC-SYSTEMS

Air filter costs

Energy costs

Total costs Annual costs

Annual costs

AFPRO filter

Cheaper filter

Better protection against particulate matter

Fewer changes = less work and waste costs

Silts faster = more filter changes per year

More changes = more work and costs

Bad protection against particulate matter

In the long term leads

to lowercosts

In the long term leads

to higher costs

Total costs

JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG

JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG

Energy costs

Air filterpurchase price

Air filterpurchase price

Energy costs

Extended standing time = fewer filter changes per year

Saving energy with high-quality air filtersWith a good air filter you can save much on energy costs. This infographic shows you how that works.

www.afprofilters.com

Energy costs of an average office building

Moreexpensive to purchase

Cheaper to purchase

50%50%

70%30%

HVAC-SYSTEMSRegulating ventilation,

temperature and humidity)

Other energy

HVAC-SYSTEMS

Air filter costs

Energy costs

Total costs Annual costs

Annual costs

AFPRO filter

Cheaper filter

Better protection against particulate matter

Fewer changes = less work and waste costs

Silts faster = more filter changes per year

More changes = more work and costs

Bad protection against particulate matter

In the long term leads

to lowercosts

In the long term leads

to higher costs

Total costs

JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG

JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG

Energy costs

Air filterpurchase price

Air filterpurchase price

Energy costs

Extended standing time = fewer filter changes per year

An energy efficient filter is normally slightly more expensive than a regular filter. But as we have seen before, the energy, material and labour savings greatly outweigh this increased initial investment. Will you spend a few euros more to save thousands of euros?

Choose Eurovent for extra guaranteesAre you investigating the possibilities for a new air filter? Always choose for a certified filter. Eurovent is the European organisation for the ventilation industry. Filters with the Eurovent certificate are assessed thoroughly for a great number of issues by an independent laboratory.

Only in this way will you be certain of the following:

● The air filter has been tested by independent laboratories.● The filter meets the design specifications.● The filter meets the energy consumption promised.

In addition, the Eurovent certificate guarantees that all documentation meets the European norm. With this certificate you will be certain to have safe air filters with a perfect performance.

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Free custom adviceIn this whitepaper we have told you why selecting the right type of air filter is so important. Which solution creates the best results and the greatest saving for you depends on various factors. In a personal meeting we can give you non-binding advice suited to your specific situation. Additional services that we arrange for you for free are• free filter simulator, where you can compare air filters with various energy labels to each other http://simulator.acsfilters.com • Life Cycle Cost Calculation (LCC), in which we calculate how much you can save.• on-site particulate matter measurement.

About ACS-AFPRO FiltersSince our start in 1979, ACS-AFPRO Filtertechniek B.V. has developed a leading role in the market for air filtration. With sales offices in the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, France, Australia, China and Finland, and a vast international network of dealers, ACS-AFPRO Filters are available world-wide. ACS-AFPRO Filters continues to innovate when it comes to energy saving and filtering particulate matter. In addition to the high quality of our products, ACS-AFPRO Filters distinguishes itself through outstanding support, logistics, and delivering auxiliary issues. Thanks to our fast delivery, ACS-AFPRO Filters has grown to become a reliable international partner.

www.acsfilters.com

Telephone +31 (0)72 567 55 00E-mail [email protected] www.acsfilters.com / www.afprofilters.com Postal address Postbus 482 1800 AL ALKMAARFax +31 (0)72 562 38 92

Sources: VITO, IUP Heidelberg, EPA (USA).

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A+ is the most e� icient category, according to the energy classification adopted by Eurovent as per January 1, 2015.

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n The lowest energy consumption

according to Eurovent A+ energy label

n Certifi ed effi ciency

n Low total cost of ownership (TCO)

n High return on investment (ROI)

SAVING MONEY WITH AN AIR FILTER? AFPRO Filters launches “Cost Saver” series air filters with

A+ energy label

Choose an air fi lter that helps you save energy and money while improving your indoor air quality.Find out how much money you can save today! We off er you a FREE Life Cycle Calculation (LCC) to calculate how much money you can save exactly.Email sales@afprofi lters.com or visit www.afprofi lters.com

Filterclass F7 F9

ME ME ≥ 35% ME ≥ 70%

A+ 0 - 800 kWh 0 - 1250 kWh

A > 800 - 1450 kWh > 1250 - 1450 kWhB > 950 - 1200 kWh > 1450 - 1900 kWhC > 1200 - 1700 kWh > 1900 - 2600 kWh

D > 1700 - 2200 kWh > 2600 - 4000 kWh

E > 2200 > 4000

ENERGY EFFICIENCY

AFPRO FiltersCompact FiltersCS98-A-XL

AIR FILTERS

OTHER LANGUAGEOTHER LANGUAGE EN779: 2012

F9

Nominal airflow:Initial efficiency 0.4 µm:Minimum efficiency 0.4 µm: Annual Energy Consumption:

m3/h%%kWh/annum

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THRESHOLD REFERENCE SCALE YEAR : 2015

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AIR FILTERS

OTHER LANGUAGEOTHER LANGUAGE EN779: 2012

F9

Nominal airflow:Initial efficiency 0.4 µm:Minimum efficiency 0.4 µm: Annual Energy Consumption:

m3/h%%kWh/annum

34007776

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THRESHOLD REFERENCE SCALE YEAR : 2015

2015

RS 4/C/001

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AIR FILTERS

OTHER LANGUAGEOTHER LANGUAGE EN779: 2012

F7

Nominal airflow:Initial efficiency 0.4 µm:Minimum efficiency 0.4 µm: Annual Energy Consumption:

m3/h%%kWh/annum

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THRESHOLD REFERENCE SCALE YEAR : 2015

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AIR FILTERS

OTHER LANGUAGEOTHER LANGUAGE

Nominal airflow:Initial efficiency 0.4 µmMinimum efficiency 0.4 Annual Energy Consumptio

THRESHOLD REFERENCRS 4/C/001

ENERGY EFFICIENCY

AFPRO FiltersBag FiltersHQ80A10-6-A+

AIR FILTERS

OTHER LANGUAGEOTHER LANGUAGE EN779: 2012

F7

Nominal airflow:Initial efficiency 0.4 µm:Minimum efficiency 0.4 µm: Annual Energy Consumption:

m3/h%%kWh/annum

34004539

790

THRESHOLD REFERENCE SCALE YEAR : 2015

2015

RS 4/C/001

2016

ENG0

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