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Saver: Create a Safer Home for the People You Love

Saver is an essential home safety device that allows you to breathe clean air in the event of a fire

Saver: Create a Safer Home for the People You Love

Saver is an essential home safety device that allows you to breathe clean air in the event of a fire

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Toronto, Canada

$61,469 USD by 269 backers

$50,999 USD by 205 backers on Jul 11, 2015

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To learn more or to purchase Saver, please visit our website!

Saver is a personal life-saving device designed to prevent smoke inhalation and mobilize an individual in the event of a fire. Saver is simple to use and allows you and your family to breathe clean air in order to escape a fire safely.

*Scroll to the bottom of the page to see all the incredible press surrounding Saver!

The old adage goes that "where there's smoke, there's fire." But what most people don't know is that in a fire it's typically not the flames that are the most dangerous part. Often times, smoke can immobilize a person so quickly, individuals cannot make it to an exit.

Saver is designed with a triple filter system that removes toxic gases for up to 5 minutes. The triple filter removes smoke and dust, carbon monoxide, second-hand smoke and toxic smoke & materials.

Hopcalite, which is the core absorbent material filtering carbon monoxide, turns the carbon monoxide (CO) into carbon dioxide (CO2), allowing the user to breathe without harm.

By eliminating these toxic elements from entering your respiratory system, Saver reduces the risk of fire fatalities and long-term health implications resulting from smoke inhalation.

Saver comes with a built-in flashlight to help guide you out of a fire, or signal for your rescue. The flashlight is designed with triple LED lighting to penetrate through heavy smoke.

The built-in alarm is designed to notify first responders on scene to your location. The flashlight and alarm can be activated by either removing it from the wall-mount or pushing the on/off buttons.

Saver is designed to fit in small spaces so that it's always easily accessible whether you're in your bedroom, kitchen, or office. Saver's compact and unobtrusive design make it blend in to any room in the house or office.

Saver is simple to use and was created to help protect people of all ages. Saver provides peace-of-mind knowing that your family is safe.

We have been working on Saver for the past year but now we need your help. Your support will allow us to mass produce a fire-safety device that has the power to save many lives. With your support, we can focus on scaling production so that Saver is available to you and the millions of people who have never before had a product that can prevent smoke inhalation, the number one cause of fire fatalities. Together, we can raise awareness to the risks associated with homes fires and prevent future fire tragedies from occurring. Join us, and let's create a safer home for the people we love.

So why should you support us?

Be prepared - be the first to get one!
Stay alert - breathe clean air in the event of a fire.
Escape safely - have peace-of-mind knowing you and your loved ones are safe.

Corey Koffler - President & Founder
Corey founded Safety iQ in 2014. He chose to introduce and distribute Saver in North America because it provided a solution to the number one cause of fire fatalities, smoke inhalation. He graduated McGill University with a Bachelor of Commerce Degree concentrating in International Business and Entrepreneurship and in the past, has founded and developed small tech and entertainment start-up companies. Prior to Safety iQ, Corey spent 4 years as Director of Strategic Development for FanXchange.com.

Fire Captain Austin Noble - Brand Ambassador
Captain Austin Noble is a firefighter and is currently in his 18th year of full time service. Austin has been Captain for just over 4 years. As a firefighter, Austin responds to emergency situations in order to protect people, the environment and property from all types of accident and emergencies. As Brand Ambassador for Safety iQ, he works closely with the local community to increase their level of fire safety awareness in order to help prevent fires and accidents from happening in the first place.

Jonathan Even - Director of Business Development
Jonathan’s role at Safety iQ is to bring awareness to the severity of smoke inhalation and to educate both the public and corporate environment on the importance of Saver in the event of a fire. Jonathan has over 8 years sales and marketing experience within the travel and technology industries. Jonathan holds a bachelor degree in International Relations from IDC in Israel. Prior to joining Safety iQ, Jonathan spent over one year helping to accelerate innovative tech start-ups located at Microsoft's Research and Development facility in Israel.

Versions of Saver:

1-Person Portable Unit (Does not include Flashlight with Built-in Alarm)

1-Person Portable Set (Includes Flashlight with Built-in Alarm)

2-Person Portable Set (Includes Flashlight with Built-in Alarm)

4-Person Wall-Mounted Set (Includes Flashlight with Built-in Alarm)

1. PURCHASING AND SET UP

How Does Saver Work?

Saver is an emergency breath system that filters toxic chemical substances such as smoke and carbon dioxide and allows you to breathe clean air. Hopcalite, the core absorbent material filtering carbon monoxide, turns carbon monoxide (CO) into carbon dioxide (CO2), allowing the user to breathe without harm. Saver uses a triple filter that removes smoke and dust, carbon monoxide, and second hand toxic smoke.

How Many Saver Devices Do I Need In My Home?

We recommend having one Saver device for every person living in your home. If you have 2 people living in your home, we recommend the 2-person set. If you have 4 people living in your home, we recommend the 4-person set. If you have an odd number of people live in your home, we recommend combining a single unit with one of the multi-unit options.

Where Should I Keep My Saver Device?

Saver is small and compact and can be stored anywhere, however we recommend a location close to your bedroom. Remember, in the event of a fire, you want to have easy access to your Saver device. Some ideals locations to store your Saver device include your bedside table, nightstand, dresser, closet, or bathroom.

Can I Buy Saver For My Office Or Second Home?

Of course! We recommend having Saver available anywhere you call home. Whether it’s your office or vacation home, having Saver readily available provides you with peace of mind. Have a child going off to school or an elderly parent living in a retirement home? Saver allows you to protect your loved ones from the danger associated with fire, even if they live far away.

Does This Replace My Existing Smoke And Carbon Monoxide Alarms?

No. Saver is not meant to replace your smoke alarms or carbon monoxide detectors. Rather, Saver should be used once your alarm goes off, as a means to prevent smoke inhalation and help navigate your way to a safety.

Can I Choose The Color I Want For My Saver?

At this point in time, Saver comes in only one color, which is our classic white. Saver has won several international design awards for it’s sleek appearance. We are positive you will love the design.

2. BUYING AND SHIPPING

What Are The Shipping Costs?

All shipping is $10. Shipment does not include extra fees from customs, or additional costs associated with your country.

When Will Saver Be Ready To Ship?

Saver is now available and ready to ship.

What Are The Retail Prices For Saver?

A single unit (no flashlight) retails at $69. A single unit (with flashlight) retails at $99. The 2-person portable set (with flashlight) retails at $169. The 4-person wall-mounted set (with flashlight) retails at $269.

3. TECHNICAL:

Does Saver Provide Oxygen?

Saver does not provide oxygen to the user, rather it is built with a triple filter system that prevents you from breathing hazardous gases. Saver removes smoke and dust, carbon monoxide, and second hand smoke, allowing you to breathe clean air during a fire and escape safely.

What Is The Core Material Used For The Filter?

Hopcalite, the core absorbent material filtering carbon monoxide, turns carbon monoxide (CO) into carbon dioxide (CO2), allowing the user to breathe without harm.

How Effective Is The Triple Filter?

Test results show that Saver eliminates 92% of toxic gases for up to 5 minutes. According to the Red Cross, the recommended escape time for a home fire is less than 2 minutes.

Has Saver Been Tested?

Yes. Saver meets best practices for international standards. The toxicity testing of fire effluents ensures that the device is effective in filtering toxic chemicals in smoke. Our manufacturer is ISO 9001 and 14001 certified, OHSAS 18001 certified, and has received Q-Mark Quality Assurance. These certifications acknowledge that the manufacturer complies with regulatory requirements, follow best practices with regards to health and safety, and comply with quality assurance standards aimed at improving product quality and protecting consumers.

4. USAGE

Is There An Age Requirement For Saver?

Saver is simple to use and was created to protect people of all ages. The mouthpiece is designed to fit different facial shapes and contours. Saver includes a nose plug, however we recommend that children plug their nose with their fingers during the evacuation process. Recommended for ages 6 years and older.

Can Saver Be Used More Than Once?

Saver is designed for emergency use only and each device may only be used once. If the orange cap is removed, the triple filter is exposed to airborne particles and cannot be used again. Saver is a disposable product that must be replaced if used.

Does Saver Have An Expiration Date?

Each Saver has an expiration date that is clearly marked on the side of the device. Due to it’s compact size, the triple filter lasts up to 3.5 years from the manufactured date.

How Does The Flashlight And Alarm Work?

The flashlight is designed with triple LED lighting in order to penetrate heavy smoke. The built-in alarm notifies others on scene to your location. For the portable option, the flashlight has two buttons located on the top to trigger the light and alarm. For the wall-mounted option, simply remove the flashlight from the wall mount to trigger the light and alarm. Upon delivery, there will be a plastic strip located on the back of the flashlight to prevent the battery from being used. Remember to remove the strip so that the flashlight and alarm are always in a ready position.

5. HEALTH AND SAFETY

How Does Smoke Kill?

Fire can incapacitate or kill by reducing oxygen levels, either by consuming the oxygen, or by displacing it with other deadly gases. Often times smoke incapacitates so quickly, individuals cannot make it to an exit.

Smoke carries poisons such as carbon monoxide, hydrogen cyanide and irritants such as formaldehyde and acetic acid. At such high temperatures, unconsciousness and death can occur within minutes. Bedrooms located on upper floors are frequently subjected to these conditions.

What Is The Leading Cause Of Fire Fatalities?

Approximately 80% of all fire-related deaths are attributed to suffocation by toxic gas and smoke, rather than burns from the fire itself. For every minute you are trapped in a fire, your survival rates decrease 7-10%. After the first 5 minutes, your chances of survival are less than 25%.

How Often Do Home Fires Occur?

In the United States, 1 person dies in a fire every 169 minutes. Each year, approximately 2,600 people die and 12,600 people are injured in home fires. Once a minute, a fire occurs in a building structure. Fire departments respond to over 400,000 residential fires per year.

What Are The Long Term Implications Of Smoke Inhalation?

Smoke inhalation causes shortness of breath and makes it difficult for a person to breathe. Long-term health effects resulting from smoke inhalation can include cancer, lung disease, and cardiovascular disease.

What Is The Recommended Escape Time For A Home Fire?

According to the Red Cross, the time needed to escape home fires has been reduced to as little as 2 minutes. This is considerably shorter than the 7-minute response-time target for firefighters.

6. OTHER QUESTIONS:

How Do I Become A Distributor Of Saver?

Please contact info@mysafetyiq.com for more information.

What Awards Has Saver Won?

Saver has been the recipient of the Reddot Design Award, iF Product Design Award and a finalist for The International Design Excellence Awards for it’s sleek, smart design.

I Have More Questions?

That's not really a question, but all questions are welcomed. If you can’t find an answer on our FAQ, feel free to email us directly at info@mysafetyiq.com or comment on our campaign page.

We hope you join us.