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Travel on Trains with the Latest Air Purification Technology

  • Published on Feb 11, 2021 Culture
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At PeruRail, we strive to make sure you have the best possible experience when traveling on our trains, and that includes safety. We have previously written about our safety protocols here. As part of our dedication to providing you with the safety you deserve, starting from the moment you board the train to Machu Picchu or Lake Titicaca in Puno, we have installed state-of-the-art air purification systems to ensure your trip is an unforgettable one.

HEPA Filters

Four Air Purification Technologies 

The four technologies installed in each wagon allow air to circulate free of harmful microorganisms thanks to our unparalleled air purification system. Thanks to these systems, we are able to operate every car at full capacity. Let’s take a look at how each one of these technologies works:

 

  • HEPA activated carbon filters: The air is channeled through HEPA H14 filters designed to trap pathogens. 
  • Far-UVC lights: Far-UVC lights eliminate pathogens caught in the filters. Ultraviolet-C light is harmful to the DNA of many microorganisms, thus preventing them from multiplying. 
  • Ionizer: The air is then returned into an ionized environment to ensure protection. This technology generates ions so that the sterilized air returned to the environment is ionized. These ions attach to the positive charge of the air particles (viruses, bacteria) making them heavier so that they fall to the ground rather than remaining suspended in the air. 

UVC ozone lamps: This programmable technology provides total sterilization using a highly concentrated ozonized air flow that is injected into the cars when they are empty, thus guaranteeing that all surfaces and hard-to-reach spots are disinfected. This process is similar to the one used in laboratories and operating rooms. The ozone (O3) generated in this stage is a molecule formed by three oxygen atoms. Two of these atoms form the basic oxygen molecule essential for life, while the third atom can split away and bind with molecules of other substances to alter their chemical composition.

Lámparas UVC Far

 

Travel Safely with PeruRail!

At PeruRail, we guarantee a completely safe experience before, during, and after your journey aboard our PeruRail Expedition, PeruRail Vistadome, and PeruRail Vistadome Observatory trains to Machu Picchu, and our PeruRail Titicaca luxury train to Lake Titicaca in Puno. So, what are you waiting for? Get your train tickets to Peru’s most iconic destinations: Machu Picchu and Lake Titicaca.

 

Air Sanitization Flow