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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Keep that brain safe: Vaccinate, Ventilate, Purify the air and wear an N95 in crowded spaces: #CovidIsNotOver #CovidIsAirborne www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

I was thinking about this Meat Grinder:

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

We've shipped air purifiers across Canada and I've had nothing but wonderful interactions with our fellow citizens who are nothing but kind and compassionate. We will overcome this attack on our nation by sticking together and building on our strengths. #buycanadian #airpurifier #airquality

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

A peek inside North Box Systems World Headquarters...OK, it's the top floor of an apartment but we make it work! #airpurifier #indoorairquality #CovidIsAirborne #wildfiresmoke #smallmanufacturing

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Lots of fun toggling between controlling the CO2 and keeping the particle count low! #wildfiresmoke #indoorairquality #airpurifiers

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Just changed filters on "La Hacienda", dedicated to the legendary Manchester night club. A little "danger tape" to customize the look! #airpurifier #lahacienda #neworder #thebirthdayparty #thefall

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Woke up today to a Martian-like sky, wildfire smoke has engulfed Toronto in a big way! We are trying our best to pump out air purifiers but they are all hand-built and demand has been high this year! #wildfiresmoke #indoorairquality #airpurifiers

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

Wildfire season is well under way and this is the first 10 of almost 50 air purifiers for the BC Wildfire Service. They will help protect their crews from airborne smoke particles while they sleep in their tents set up nearby active fires. #wildfiresmoke #airpurifier

A shipment of air purifiers for the BC Wildfire Service.

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

Here is our prototype activated carbon air cleaner. I'm hoping it will be effective against wildfire smoke VOCs. It uses 3 x Arctic P14 Pro fans with a speed controller. #VOC #IndoorAirQuality #AirPurifier #wildfiresmoke

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

This is either the world's largest PC fan air purifier...or a stack of custom machines for wildfire-fighters! #airpurifier #indoorairquality #wildfiresmoke

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 09/05/2026

It ain't pretty but here is the working prototype of the "SmokeBuster". A Dupont Activated Carbon "odor and VOC filter" with 3 stacked P14 Pro speed controllable fans. Getting this ready in time for wildfire season, this year could be really bad. #wildfiresmoke #airpurifier #carbonfilter

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

3D printing some prototype parts for our new stand-alone carbon filter designed to help mitigate VOC gasses. Wildfire season is rapidly approaching and I'm hoping to have these ready soon! #airpurifier #VOC #wildfiresmoke #indoorairquality

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

Some great feedback from one of our customers. We try our best to make sure everyone is happy with their purchase! #indoorairquality #airpurifier #righttorepair

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

Working on something new to deal with wildfire VOCs that uses a Dupont activated charcoal filter and three stacked Arctic P14 Pro fans. Design inspired by Alex / The Fandelier's warp cores. @thefandelier.bsky.social #voc #wildfiresmoke #indoorairquality

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

Great to see one of our Polaris Air Purifiers as part of Clean Indoor Air Toronto's display at the Climate Roundtable hosed by Toronto City Councillor Josh Matlow and The Wards Project. #CovidIsAirborne #IndoorAirQuality #AirPurifier www.instagram.com/p/DWcz5NmlNL...

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

Sometimes you find the current situation articulated perfectly: x.com/brownecfm/st...

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Picking up the first batch of aluminum panels from our new fabricator shop, located a lot closer to help reduce our carbon footprint by avoiding a lot of shipping. Now it's testing phase to make sure we didn't mess anything up! #manufacturing #airpurifiers #CovidIsAirborne

Boxes filled with black aluminum panels for air purifiers.

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

From a small 4-fan portable to a full size aluminum bodied, 6-fan, multi-speed powerhouse, we have kits for every budget! #cleantheair #airpurifier #CovidIsAirborne

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

Got this email from "Ralph, BC" describing a great way to automate operation of our Polaris Ultra air purifier: Very satisfying to see how other people are making use of them for more than Covid risk mitigation.

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 10/01/2026

If you are in the Toronto area, UofT Medstore has a large qty of KN95 respirators at $.01 / box of 20. We've picked up 50 boxes and will toss in a 10-pack in every order we ship out to help distribute. 1/2 #CovidIsAirborne #KN95 #IndoorAirQuality

A box of 20 KN95 ear loop respirators in front of a Northbox Polaris air purifier

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

Along with our new Polaris all-aluminum air purifier we are also offering the new Guardian, a low-cost portable device that uses a pair of inexpensive Ikea Starkvind filters and four Arctic P14 fans. Kits start at $139 and a fully build device is $239 CAN.

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

The Polaris is based on the open source design by Zack Deis who helped us implement a few unique modifications. Available in a single speed version for very quiet operation or with PWM control allowing the use of very high speed fans. 2/3

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

Pleased to finally have the Polaris aluminum bodied air purifier up on our website and available. Initial quantities are limited as we are still working out a few supply chain issues. #indoorairquality #airpurifier #CovidIsAirborne 1/3

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 18/11/2025

A look inside the Polaris ULTRA, this version comes with a PWM control board so you can use multi-speed fans. Pre-built systems and Deluxe kits come with Arctic's new P14 Pro fans but experimenters can use any 12volt PWM fans. #airpurifier #indoorairquality #covidisairborne

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

The standard, one-speed model will be available first followed shortly by the ULTRA which includes a PWM board for variable speed control allowing you to use fans such as the Arctic P14 Pro. Pricing details coming soon! 3/3

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

Features: - aluminum panels - PVC filter covers - bolted rubber feet - integrated handles - uses 2" MERV 13 filters - switch integrated into power cable It will be available fully assembled, a deluxe kit with fans or a bare kit for maximum customization. 2/3

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

After some finagling to get the assembly procedure just right we are finally releasing the aluminum bodied POLARIS air purifier, made-in-Canada and based on the open-source design by Zack Deis. 1/3 #airpurifier #indoorairquality #covidisairborne

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 02/11/2025

Thanks for the suggestions. The interesting thing is that testing by Rob Wissman shows you can get away with having filters very close to a wall before you see a significant drop in performance. We don't use USB power, a 12v / 2amp supply is included.

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 31/10/2025

It uses four Arctic P14 fans and two Ikea Starkvind filters. With an integrated handle, rubber feet and a wide footprint to prevent tipping. Ideal for smaller spaces or for hospital stays. I'll have it up on our website soon. 2/2

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 31/10/2025

After a few different prototypes, the Guardian, our most affordable air purifier, is finally ready. #IndoorAirQuality #CovidIsAirborne #AirPurifier 1/2

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

Our MINI-SC is entirely built by hand and takes quite a while to make but it's just so much fun to put together! #airpurifier #indoorairquality #covidisairborne

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 11/10/2025

Checking out some nifty digital timers to add automation control to an air purifier. Up to 15Amps so you can have multiple units controlled. Great for classrooms where you can just hit the 8-hour button and you are good! #indoorairquality #covidisnotover

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

Oh yes, we already have our MINI-SC which uses 4 x P8 Max fans and has PWM speed control. I'm working on something called the "Guardian" which I'm hoping will be the cheapest machine we will make, 4 x 140mm fans and 2 x Ikea Starkvind. This is an early version with 120mm fans:

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 20/09/2025

Whole bunch of different stuff on the bench today, including some prototypes we are working on! #IndoorAirQuality #COVIDisAirborne #airpurifier

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 13/09/2025

Realizing the original 8 x 80mm fan was misguided, here is the redesigned Guardian. My goal was to make the cheapest, quietest and most portable solution. Aiming for chemo patients going into hospital, it can be a great solution for any smaller space. 1/2

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

I really should get the bench better organized!

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 15/08/2025

We've got a little kit we're hoping can be given to patients before they go into hospital to help mitigate the risks from airborne viruses, I'm hoping a charity would be interested in working with us on this, particularly for cancer: youtu.be/OpsFtNsCGp0

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 24/07/2025

Our first shipment of fans has finally made it in! Over the next several days we will be getting as many of our air purifier kits and units out to everyone who placed an order...thanks for your patience! #IndoorAirQuality #CovidIsNotOver #AirPurifier

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

It uses 8 Arctic P8 fans and a pair of Ikea Starkvind filters. I don't have performance numbers yet. 2/2

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

Here is a very small, quiet and easy to assemble air purifier that can be given to cancer patients upon entering hospital for treatment while their immune system will be suppressed. I'm hoping a charity might be interested in distributing it. It's called the Guardian: youtu.be/OpsFtNsCGp0 1/2

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 22/07/2025

Some elements of our supply chain rely on US warehouses and all the tariff uncertainty led to a month long delay for the PC fans we use. Thankfully we are expecting a big shipment this week. We have prepared a lot of panels so we will be ready to ship asap!

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 14/07/2025

Air Quality in Toronto not so great today. If you need to be outside, quality respirators are available at donatemask.ca at no cost if you can't afford them. #CleanAir #WildfireSmoke #MaskUp

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

Air quality very poor in Toronto today, an N95 mask outdoors and air purifiers indoors would be a good idea. #wildfires #airquality

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 03/06/2025

First batch of a total of six 6XL air purifiers on their way to BC to help treat the air for firefighting crews who will be spending time in mobile facilities close to the wildfires. #wildfire #indoorairquality

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 03/06/2025

Though our air purifiers can help keep your indoor air safe during wildfire season, filters should be changed after a major smoke event as their electrostatic properties can be compromised. #wildfiresmoke #wildfires #cleantheair #COVIDisAirborne

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North Box Systems @northboxsystems.bsky.social · 18/05/2025

Our air purifiers can help mitigate the risk of wildfire smoke particles. It's a good idea to have plenty of extra filters as a serious wildfire event can adversely affect their electrostatic properties. #WildfireSmoke #CleanTheAir #IndoorAirQuality

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