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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jun. 23, 2009
Filed:
Feb. 21, 2007
William C. Smith, Pacific Palisades, CA (US);
William C. Smith, Pacific Palisades, CA (US);
Other;
Abstract
The present invention provides a portable system for capturing airborne pollutants and methods for using the portable system. The apparatus includes at least one flexible and maneuverable source containment means that can be connected to an atomizer, such as a spray gun or aerosol can or can be positioned near or over an open container giving off airborne pollutants. At least one suction generator allows air flow from the source containment means to at least one filter that may be attached or detached from its source of suction. After filtration, the apparatus includes at least one exhaust means to remove the treated air from the proximity of the user.