Taiwan’s tear gas mask stocks running out
Demand from Hong Kong protesters and civilians fearing tear gas sees supplies run low in Taipei.
Almost all stocks of the masks and filters have been depleted at 3M’s distributors in Hong Kong.
Demand from Hong Kong protesters and civilians fearing tear gas sees supplies run low in Taipei.
Almost all stocks of the masks and filters have been depleted at 3M’s distributors in Hong Kong.
People often ask how long a respirator cartridge lasts. The answer is significantly less if they are not properly cared for. I'll admit in the past I have not been kind to my respirator cartridges. I haven't treated them well. I've finished my work and shoved them in the shed with the other painting supplies, or worse left them on the work bench in an the area I just finished painting. As a result, they haven't lasted very long. It's a waste of money, it adds plastic trash to the landfill, and it's just plain irresponsible. I'm sorry.
Read MoreFiltering facepiece respirators (FFR), which are sometimes called disposable respirators, are subject to various regulatory standards around the world. These standards specify certain required physical properties and performance characteristics in order for respirators to claim compliance with the particular standard. During pandemic or emergency situations, health authorities often reference these standards when making respirator recommendations, stating, for example, that certain populations should use an "N95, FFP2, or equivalent" respirator.
This document is only intended to help clarify some key similarities between such references, specifically to the following FFR performance standards:
Read MoreThe general rule for filter replacement is to leave the contaminated area and dispose of the filter if it becomes damaged, soiled, or breathing becomes difficult. Even if none of these things happen, it's recommended to dispose of filters after 40 hours of use or 30 days, whichever comes first.
Read MoreThis range of Honeywell filters suit the legacy North half face and full face masks, including the 5500 & 7700 series half masks and the 7600 series full face mask.
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