The use of HEPA filters for use in critical air applications has been an industry standard many for years. Industrial, commercial, and laboratory settings, for example, require the use of HEPA filters to remove harmful particles from the air to keep equipment and employees safe. Changing environmental and safety regulations around the world have recently increased the demand for better perming HEPA filters. At APC, we know this shift towards improved filtration and lower energy consumption is beneficial for global manufacturers and end users of industrial, commercial and domestic equipment and appliances.HEPA filters must provide a minimum filtration level of 99.97% on particles down to 0.3 microns in size. These are strict standards that must be adhered to – any filter that does not provide this minimum level of filtration is not a HEPA filter. HEPA filters capture and filter the Most Penetrating Particle Size, which is the hardest size particle to arrest. HEPA filters capture microscopic dust, dirt, allergens, pollen, bacteria, smoke and mold spores from the air. HEPA filter benefits are what make them perfect for industrial or laboratory settings, but also for offices, stores, restaurants, and other commercial settings where air quality can always be improved.