The Auto-Air™ Breather Box™
FULLY AUTOMATIC RESERVE AIR SYSTEM FOR WORK IN HAZARDOUS ENVIRONMENTS

WHAT IS AN AUTO-AIR SYSTEM? The Auto-Air™ Breather Box™ system was developed to provide automatic reserve air in the event of either electrical failure or reduced pressure from the main air source while working in IDLH (Immediate Danger to Life and Health) or hazardous environments. In the event of a pressure or electrical failure, the Auto-Air™ system automatically switches to the reserve air cylinder(s). Local and remote alarms (optional) signal the workers that the primary system has failed and switched to the back-up air. NIOSH (The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health) requires the use of 5 minute airline escape respirators when working in IDLH environments. The Auto-Air™ feature does not replace the NIOSH requirement, however, some work environments may require a 30 minute or longer airline escape method to safely egress the hazardous area. This situation would require the use of an Auto-Air Box™ or cart. All portable and fixed breathing air filtration systems meet or exceed U.S. and Canadian breathing air standards. Federal OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 "Compressor Operations for Breathing Air" Army Corps of Engineers EM385-1-1, paragraph 07b-11-4, "Compressed Breathing Air" Model BB100COAAP FULLY PNEUMATIC VERSION WITH INTRINSICALLY SAFE CO MONITOR Download User Manual

Model BB50-COAA STANDARD ELECTRIC VERSION SIZE THE RESERVE AIR SYSTEM TO ACHIEVE THE REQUIRED EGRESS TIME!

Download User Manual Click to Print Specifications Auto-Air Compressor System Auto-Air Carts Ordering Information E-mail this Page Calibrating the CO Monitor Grade-D Filtration Online Overview Breathing Air Quality Position Statement

APPROVED INTRINSICALLY SAFE BREATHER BOX™ MODELS ARE AVAILABLE.  THESE UNITS ARE APPROVED FOR CLASS I, DIVISION I, GROUPS C AND D ENVIRONMENTS.  UNITS ARE "DC" (9-VOLT) OPERATION ONLY.

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ALL PORTABLE AND FIXED BREATHING AIR FILTRATION SYSTEMS MEET OR EXCEED OSHA 1910.134 AND CANADIAN Z180.1 BREATHING AIR STANDARDS

AUTO-AIR SPECIFICATIONS ·Requires 115 VAC for operation, optional pneumatic version available ·DC remote audible and visual alarms available as an option ·Pneumatic alarms on intrinsically safe version ·1ST STAGE FILTER w/ filter change indicator bulk water and particulate removal ·2ND STAGE FILTER w/ filter change indicator oil coalescing and ultra-fine particulate removal ·3RD STAGE FILTER w/ filter change indicator organic vapor and odor removal ·Automatic drains in 1st and 2nd Stage ·Safety relief valve set at 125psi ·Solid aluminum block manifold ·0-160psi pressure gauge ·Flow meter to verify air flow to carbon monoxide monitor ·External case mounted warning lights and audible alarm ·In-line carbon monoxide monitor, optional CO/O2 monitor ·2 year warranty on CO sensor and monitor, (1 year Oxygen sensor warranty) ·Optional Intrinsically safe approved airline monitor available for hazardous locations ·Electro-chemical sensor for specific gas detection and rapid calibration Back to top ▲

The Auto-Air™ Compressor System Package
FOR USE IN HAZARDOUS ENVIRONMENTS

The Auto-Air^™ Compressor System Package is designed to provide automatic back-up air for up to 3 workers in the event of compressor failure. The package consists of the Auto-Air^™ Breather Box^™, model BB30-COAA, the TA-3EA compressor supplied with a CGA-347 high pressure reducing regulator, primary and secondary hoses. Optional 60 or 87cf cylinders can be installed on the compressor frame.
This system is designed for use with pressure demand respirators only!

SIZE THE RESERVE AIR SYSTEM TO ACHIEVE THE REQUIRED EGRESS TIME!

       

TA-3EA COMPRESSOR SPECIFICATIONS

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BREATHING AIR QUALITY POSITION STATEMENT
The responsibility for the quality of breathing air rests with the user. Compliance with federal, state, or local regulations is the responsibility of the user, and this recommendation does not supersede any existing rules, regulations, or laws which may apply. Breathing air filtration products meet or exceed CGA Grade-D specifications for air quality as adopted by Federal OSHA. Compressor air quality standards meet or exceed OSHA 1910.134 requirements. When the components are used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and recommendations, the "system" meets or exceeds federal regulations presently in force. It is incumbent upon the user to comply with any changes in the regulations or law which may occur in future situations.
The air supply compressor should be located in a safe, clean ambient air environment. This "safe" location should be tested periodically using proper instruments to ensure clean ambient air quality on a consistent basis. Total system Grade-D air quality should be tested at initial start up. If the compressor is moved, retesting air quality is recommended. Should the location or environment significantly change, the air quality should be retested. The compressor filters and oil level should be checked daily and changed when contaminated or when the maximum number of "run" hours is achieved.
This series of air filtration units should be used according to the manufacturer's recommendations. The standard filtration package is not explosion-proof and should be located in a non-explosive environment. (An intrinsically safe model is available).  The carbon monoxide monitor should be calibrated monthly or if the accuracy of the monitor is in question. System air quality should be tested for, but not limited to, the following Grade-D air components:

CO - Carbon Monoxide
O2 - Oxygen
CO2 - Carbon Dioxide
H2O - Water (Moisture Content)
Hydrocarbons (Oil Mist)
Total Particulates

The maximum allowable level of these air quality components varies depending on
Grade-D or E requirements.
Our Breathing Air compressors and filtration systems meet all of the following federal
specifications when used and serviced in accordance with our instructions:

Federal OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134
"Compressor Operations for Breathing Air"

Army Corps of Engineers EM385-1-1,
paragraph 07b-11-4,
"Compressed Breathing Air"

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ORDERING INFORMATION Please specify Hansen Or Schrader fittings when ordering. Other fittings available for an additional charge.
	***DON'T FORGET TO ORDER YOUR CO MONITOR CALIBRATION KIT***
Standard Electric Versions
MODEL		DESCRIPTION
BB30-COAA		The Auto-Air™ Breather Box™ - 30 cfm with 2 respirator couplings and Carbon Monoxide Monitoring
BB50-COAA		The Auto-Air™ Breather Box™ - 50 cfm with 4 respirator couplings and Carbon Monoxide Monitoring
BB100-COAA		The Auto-Air™ Breather Box™ - 100 cfm with 4 respirator couplings and Carbon Monoxide Monitoring
Intrinsically Safe Pneumatic Versions
BB50-COAAP		Intrinsically Safe Auto-Air™ Breather Box™ - 50 cfm with 4 respirator couplings and Carbon Monoxide Monitoring
BB100COAAP		Intrinsically Safe Auto-Air™ Breather Box™ - 100 cfm with 4 respirator couplings and Carbon Monoxide Monitoring
	APPROVED INTRINSICALLY SAFE BREATHER BOX™ MODELS ARE AVAILABLE.  THESE UNITS ARE APPROVED FOR CLASS I, DIVISION I, GROUPS C AND D ENVIRONMENTS.  UNITS ARE "DC" (9-VOLT) OPERATION ONLY.
Compressor System Package
COMP-3EA		Package system includes: Model TA-3EA compressor, H-10-5 (1/2"x10') hose, H-10-3 (3/8"x10") hose, regulator, and
		BB30-COAA Auto-Air™ Breather Box™
Optional Reserve Air Cylinders
AC-60		60cf aluminum cylinder - 2400psi rated - 30 minute
AC-87		87cf carbon fiber cylinder - 4500psi rated - 60 minute

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