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Asbestos Vacuums
Asbestos vacuums are HEPA-filtered vacuums specifically certified for collecting asbestos-containing debris and dust during abatement and renovation work. Sealed construction prevents fibers from escaping through filter bypass or housing gaps — the critical difference from standard commercial HEPA vacuums. Used by licensed abatement contractors, industrial hygienists, and construction crews working on regulated demolition and renovation projects.
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Abatement Technologies V930D HEPA Vacuum – 74 CFM, 92" Water Lift, 1.34 HP
Abatement TechnologiesV930D HEPA Vacuum — Mold Remediation and Hazardous Dust Containment at 53 dB The Abatement Technologies V930D is a dry-collection HEPA vacuum rate...
View full detailsNovatek CBS/MCV Kit C – 1 Pump with HEPA Filter - CBS000C
NovatekNovatek CBS/MCV Kit C – 1 Pump with HEPA Filter The Novatek CBS/MCV Kit C – 1 Pump with HEPA Filter is a compact yet powerful vacuum blasting syste...
View full detailsNovatek CBS/MCV Kit D – 2 Pumps with HEPA Filter - CBS000D
NovatekNovatek CBS/MCV Kit D – 2 Pumps with HEPA Filter The Novatek CBS/MCV Kit D – 2 Pumps with HEPA Filter is a high-performance vacuum blasting solutio...
View full detailsNovatek VA15EHFL 15-Gal Electric HEPA Floor Vacuum – 110 CFM, 120V, 70 lbs
NovatekNovatek VA15EHFL 15-Gallon Electric HEPA Floor Vacuum The Novatek VA15EHFL is a 15-gallon, cold-rolled steel HEPA floor vacuum built for asbestos a...
View full detailsNovatek VA15AHFL 15-Gal Pneumatic HEPA Floor Vacuum – 170 CFM, 90 PSI, 70 lbs
NovatekNovatek VA15AHFL 15-Gallon Pneumatic HEPA Floor Vacuum The Novatek VA15AHFL is a 15-gallon, pneumatic HEPA floor vacuum rated for 170 CFM at 160" s...
View full detailsNovatek VA03ABK 3.3-Gal Pneumatic HEPA Backpack Vacuum – 170 CFM, 90 PSI, 38 lbs
NovatekNovatek VA03ABK 3.3-Gallon Pneumatic HEPA Backpack Vacuum The Novatek VA03ABK is a 3.3-gallon backpack HEPA vacuum driven by compressed air at 50 C...
View full detailsAbatement Technologies V8000WD Wet/Dry HEPA Vac – 135 CFM, 92" WL, 8 Gal
Abatement Technologies135 CFM Wet/Dry HEPA Suction in a 59 dB CanisterThe Abatement Technologies V8000WD draws 135 CFM through a true HEPA filter rated 99.97% at 0.3 mic...
View full detailsNovatek VA03EBK 3.3-Gal Electric HEPA Backpack Vacuum – 110 CFM, 120V, 38 lbs
NovatekNovatek VA03EBK 3.3-Gallon Electric HEPA Backpack Vacuum The Novatek VA03EBK is a 3.3-gallon backpack-style HEPA vacuum producing 110 CFM at 110" s...
View full detailsCertified HEPA Vacuums for Asbestos Abatement
What Makes an Asbestos Vacuum Different
Asbestos vacuums are not standard HEPA vacuums — they are purpose-built units with sealed construction that prevents asbestos fibers from escaping through gasket gaps, filter bypass, or housing seams. True HEPA filtration captures 99.97% of particles at 0.3 microns, but filtration alone is not enough if the housing leaks. Every connection point on a certified asbestos vacuum is designed to contain hazardous material within the system for safe collection and disposal. This sealed design meets EPA and OSHA 1926.1101 requirements for asbestos fiber containment during abatement and regulated renovation work.
Disposal Systems and Regulatory Documentation
Many asbestos vacuums use disposable bag-in-bag systems that allow collected asbestos-containing waste to be sealed without opening the primary collection container — protecting workers during bag changes from the concentrated fiber exposure that emptying reusable containers creates. Certification documentation from the manufacturer demonstrates regulatory compliance and provides the records that inspectors and insurance carriers require on regulated jobsites. Standard commercial HEPA vacuums typically lack this documentation, creating liability exposure on asbestos projects even if filtration performance is technically similar.
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Choosing the Right Model
The two primary options are wet/dry certified vacuums for liquid and solid debris collection, and dry-only models for dust and fiber cleanup. HafcoVac models cover both applications and include explosion-proof options for environments with combustible dust. Novatek units are built specifically for asbestos and lead abatement with HEPA filtration and the certification documentation required for regulatory compliance. With only two certified models available in this category, selection is typically driven by debris type, power requirements, and the specific certifications your jurisdiction and project type require.
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This vacuum is very light and powerful
Gets the job done without hassle. This vacuum is powerful and reliable for everyday cleaning. Definitely recommend it.
we have three cats, and this purifier has done wonders in removing pet odors and dander
Located in the Twin Cities in Minnesota, we acquired our Brio Air Filter in mid-late Spring of this year (2023) when pollen count was high and we were beginning to experience the effects of Poor Air Quality Index as a result of smoke particulates from fires in Canada that caused the air in much of Minnesota to become hazy and simply dirty.
It is so easy to share our experience with the Brio Air Filter given how quickly and efficiently it removed pollen, dust, and smoke particles from the environment inside our home. Two people in our home who suffer from pollen-related allergies during the spring immediately experienced easier breathing and elimination of symptoms within the house. With respect to smoke particulates from Canada drifting into our environment, EVERYONE in our home experienced directly improved breathing and smell of the air when entering from outside.
An additional piece of information to account for is that we have always employed high grade furnace filters in our home’s central HVAC system. With that high grade filtration in place both prior to and after acquiring a Brio home air filter, we all quickly agreed that deploying the Brio in our home made an easily noticeable positive difference in breathing inside our home. Additionally, those of us who clean our home have observed that dust builds up slower on our floors and furniture than before we deployed the Brio unit.
We did note that the Brio is not as quiet as a few other brands/models on the market that we have tried in our home but the efficiency and quality of the filtration, along with the air turnover rate it provides,allows us to locate the Brio unit in central rooms away from the bedrooms. Since we made that change there has been no noise-related effect on our sleep, while the unit maintains the same level of air cleanliness throughout our home.
A last key point to make is how easy the Brio unit is to maintain. The simplicity of the modular construction of the Brio unit makes it very quick and easy to keep the filtration sections clean. We have not yet reached a point of filter replacement but it is obvious to us that the replacement will take a matter of seconds and can be executed by anyone in our home, including our 10-year-old son.
this bedroom purifier has transformed my sleep quality. the air is so much fresher and cleaner worth every penny
very customer friendly and professional design.
perfect for maneuvering in tight areas the HEPA filter is a huge bonus
It seems to help reduce my allergy issues. We're glad we bought it. The only problem I had was not seeing any cubic footage recommendations in the online description when purchasing the unit. Bedrooms vary widely in size!!
This vacuum has exceeded my expectations. It's super powerful and handles daily cleaning with ease. I recommend it to everyone.
really effective in sweeping up all kinds of debris from our warehouse floor
works wonders on tough carpet stains. it's compact and easy to use for upholstery cleaning too
this wide area vacuum covers large spaces quickly it’s a huge time saver for our warehouse cleaning
Covers a large area quickly, and the bag is easy to replace. Great for busy offices