Bacterial Filtration Efficiency

Surgical Masks by Defender Safety Receive FDA 510(k) Clearance

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Monday, May 17, 2021
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b'PLAINVIEW, N.Y., May 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Defender Safety , a trusted construction and healthcare safety products producer, recently received 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its ASTM Level 1 Procedure Mask, ASTM Level 3 Procedure Mask, and ASTM Level 3 Surgical Mask.

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  • b'PLAINVIEW, N.Y., May 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Defender Safety , a trusted construction and healthcare safety products producer, recently received 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its ASTM Level 1 Procedure Mask, ASTM Level 3 Procedure Mask, and ASTM Level 3 Surgical Mask.
  • Ensuring our PPE is medical-grade for those that need it most has always been a top priority," said Teddy Haggerty, Founder and CEO of Defender Safety.
  • "\nDefender Safety surgical masks are tested in performance for bacterial filtration efficiency, resistance to penetration by synthetic blood, breathability, and flammability.
  • The surgical masks consistently met the 510(k) standard in all areas.

Essity launches face masks for consumers and professional users

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Friday, October 16, 2020
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To further help people tackle the new challenges of today, Essity is extending its offering by launching face masks in its retail and Professional Hygiene businesses.

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  • To further help people tackle the new challenges of today, Essity is extending its offering by launching face masks in its retail and Professional Hygiene businesses.
  • During the spring, Essity announced that the Group had developed and started production of face masks for use in health and elderly care in Sweden.
  • Starting in October, Essity will launch type II (Bacterial Filtration Efficiency 98%) and type IIR (Bacterial Filtration Efficiency 98% and splash-resistant properties) face masks in several European markets.
  • Face masks will also be offered through Essity's Professional Hygiene business under the leading global Tork brand.

Reusable Non-Medical Face Mask for Germs Gets Top >99.9% Filtration Efficiency

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Thursday, May 28, 2020
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NEW YORK, May 28, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Global reusable face mask company, Debrief Me, is pleased to announce today the results of Bacterial Filtration Efficiency (BFE) laboratory testing for its bestselling Premium Everyday mask.

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  • NEW YORK, May 28, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Global reusable face mask company, Debrief Me, is pleased to announce today the results of Bacterial Filtration Efficiency (BFE) laboratory testing for its bestselling Premium Everyday mask.
  • The reusable, non-medical face mask for germs has garnered a BFE of >99.9% from Nelson Labs, an ANAB accredited testing laboratory.
  • The American-owned Debrief Me has become a global leader in the anti pollution, reusable face mask industry in recent years.
  • Its newest product addition, the Premium Everyday Face Mask, has undergone stringent laboratory testing to ensure the highest level of quality for non-medical consumer face masks.

GTX Joins Coronavirus Countermeasure Taskforce Begins Selling Face Masks

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Thursday, March 26, 2020
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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, March 26, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GTX Corp (OTC: GTXO) (GTX), a pioneer in the field of health and safety wearable technology today announcedin an effort to support the community at large from the Covid-19 pandemic it will begin selling coronavirus face masks.

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  • LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, March 26, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GTX Corp (OTC: GTXO) (GTX), a pioneer in the field of health and safety wearable technology today announcedin an effort to support the community at large from the Covid-19 pandemic it will begin selling coronavirus face masks.
  • As this unprecedented global threat continues to spread, GTX will play its role in leveraging every resource it has from its technology to channel partners.
  • Made of a comfortable light wait, highly breathable non-woven material the Type II face masks have a Bacterial Filtration Efficiency (BFE) of 98% and available online at the GTX e commerce store.
  • GTX offers a global end-to-end solution of hardware, software and connectivity and develops two-way GPS tracking technologies, which seamlessly integrate with consumer products and enterpriseapplications.

SWM Advanced Materials for Face Masks Can Help Address Worldwide Mask Shortage

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Tuesday, February 11, 2020
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Alpharetta, Feb. 11, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ALPHARETTA, GA, February 11, 2020 - SWM International (NYSE: SWM) stands ready to supply converters and manufacturers of face masks with advanced nonwoven materials necessary to meet the global challenge presented by the coronavirus outbreak.

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  • Alpharetta, Feb. 11, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ALPHARETTA, GA, February 11, 2020 - SWM International (NYSE: SWM) stands ready to supply converters and manufacturers of face masks with advanced nonwoven materials necessary to meet the global challenge presented by the coronavirus outbreak.
  • Our DelporeTM meltblown media is widely used in face masks because it provides excellent breathability without sacrificing Bacterial Filtration Efficiency (BFE) and its lightweight nature allows for comfortable wear.
  • SWM is prepared to prioritize production of Delpore meltblown media and Delnet apertured film for customers who need materials for face mask production, said Sistrunk.
  • SWM and its subsidiaries manufacture on four continents conduct business in over 90 countries and employ approximately 3,400 people worldwide.