First Of Its Kind Air Filter For Pickups

1990 - Volume #14, Issue #4, Page #35

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"It's the first-ever air-filtering system for pickups," says Henry Svehaug, Key Dollar Co., Milton-Freewater, Ore.
The "Safe Air Pressurizer" is a 2-part system that consists of a dust particle pre-filter and a charcoal and dust/pollen folded paper filter. The pre-filter traps dust and dirt particles. The 2-speed blower sends filtered air through the charcoal and dust/pollen filter which absorbs chemical fumes. Fresh air then runs through flexible tubing to the cab.
"Farmers tell us it's exactly what they've been looking for," says Svehaug. "It works great for farmers who use their pickups as sprayers. Many farmers use it because they're becoming more concerned about inhaling blowing dust that might be impregnated with herbicides and pesticides. In addition to filtering out herbicides and pesticides, the filter-pressurizer also absorbs engine exhaust and other objectionable odors. The vehicle's air conditioner works as good as ever."
To make the system work you close off the outside air intake on the air conditioning system. The pre-filter air intake can be mounted wherever air is the cleanest, preferably above the cab. The company furnishes a 10-ft. length of 4-in. dia. flexible blower tubing. To maintain visibility, some farmers insert the end of the tubing through a section of clear plastic Lexan that replaces the sliding rear window opening. The company also furnishes a steel framework that lets you bolt the filter-pressurizer to the vehicle's frame.
According to Svehaug, the system can even be used on tractor cabs, cars or even motorhomes. "The charcoal filter alone is adequate for normal driving conditions. Some people cut a 4-in. hole in the floor and place the charcoal filter and blower in the trunk to bring filtered air into the car."
The system operates off a 12-volt battery and takes only 10 amps.
Sells for $495.
Contact: FARM SHOW Followup, Key Dollar Cab, 114 Southwest 5th, Milton-Freewater, Ore. 97862 (ph 503 938-6336).

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First of its kind air filter for pickups PICKUPS Accessories 14-4-35 "It's the first-ever air-filtering system for pickups," says Henry Svehaug, Key Dollar Co., Milton-Freewater, Ore. The "Safe Air Pressurizer" is a 2-part system that consists of a dust particle pre-filter and a charcoal and dust/pollen folded paper filter. The pre-filter traps dust and dirt particles. The 2-speed blower sends filtered air through the charcoal and dust/pollen filter which absorbs chemical fumes. Fresh air then runs through flexible tubing to the cab. "Farmers tell us it's exactly what they've been looking for," says Svehaug. "It works great for farmers who use their pickups as sprayers. Many farmers use it because they're becoming more concerned about inhaling blowing dust that might be impregnated with herbicides and pesticides. In addition to filtering out herbicides and pesticides, the filter-pressurizer also absorbs engine exhaust and other objectionable odors. The vehicle's air conditioner works as good as ever." To make the system work you close off the outside air intake on the air conditioning system. The pre-filter air intake can be mounted wherever air is the cleanest, preferably above the cab. The company furnishes a 10-ft. length of 4-in. dia. flexible blower tubing. To maintain visibility, some farmers insert the end of the tubing through a section of clear plastic Lexan that replaces the sliding rear window opening. The company also furnishes a steel framework that lets you bolt the filter-pressurizer to the vehicle's frame. According to Svehaug, the system can even be used on tractor cabs, cars or even motorhomes. "The charcoal filter alone is adequate for normal driving conditions. Some people cut a 4-in. hole in the floor and place the charcoal filter and blower in the trunk to bring filtered air into the car." The system operates off a 12-volt battery and takes only 10 amps. Sells for $495. Contact: FARM SHOW Followup, Key Dollar Cab, 114 Southwest 5th, Milton-Freewater, Ore. 97862 (ph 503 938-6336).

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