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Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR)

BMDI Releases MAXAIR 710DLC CAPR, A Merging of Respirator Technologies

Respiratory protection in healthcare traditionally follows two technology paths, mask respirators (N95s) and powered air purifying respirators (PAPRs). Bio-Medical Devices Intl. recognized that health-related events this decade and world economics underscore the need for a ...More
August 6, 2010
Posted in News
Bullard Receives NIOSH Approval for Combination Filter for Powered-Air Purifying Respirator

EVA (Evolutionary Air), the newest Powered Air-Purifying Respirator (PAPR) from Bullard, is now approved by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) with a combination chemical and particulate filter that protects users against organic vapors, ...More
July 16, 2010
Posted in News, PPE & Standard Precautions
Respiratory Protection: Balancing Effectiveness and Comfort for Compliance

According to the Institute of Medicine of the National Academies, “Personal protective equipment (PPE) is one of the vital components of a system of safety controls and preventive measures used in healthcare facilities. The recent heightened awareness of patient ...More
February 22, 2010
Posted in Articles, PPE & Standard Precautions
How to Evaluate Respirators

ICT introduces a new, regular column in which members of industry suggest strategies for the evaluation and purchasing of infection prevention and control products. This month we take a look at respirators. Participants: — Grant Rowe, product manager for respiratory ...More
January 29, 2009
Posted in Articles, PPE & Standard Precautions
How Best to Protect Healthcare Workers from Airborne Pathogens

Respirators protect users from aerosolized and droplet contaminants. Extreme morbidity and death can result if not properly protected. N95s and surgical masks are common. Use of Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPRs) is increasing. Aren’t N95 respirators and ...More
October 13, 2008
Posted in Articles, PPE & Standard Precautions