Medical masks as well as FFP2 respirators have been an integral part of our lives for the last two years. This will not change in the foreseeable future. As important and useful as the wearing of these masks is, it presents a challenge in everyday life for people with glasses. Put on the mask, adjust it, and you're done. That's how easy it is for most of the population to use a mask. But it's a different story for people...

Medical protective masks are subject to legal regulations in both production and distribution. The specifications are laid down in standards or certifications. This means additional work for the manufacturer but guarantees safe products for the user.In the European Union as well as in many other countries, medical protective masks must comply with certain standards. Basically, a distinction is made between medical face masks type II / IIR according to EN 14683 + AC:2019 and particle filtering half masks (FFP) according...

The protective function of a facemask depends decisively on whether or not it fits tightly and is worn correctly. Here are some tips to increase the effectiveness of a respirator mask. One may think, there is no rocket science involved when putting on a facemask. And surely, there isn't. But spotting someone not wearing their mask right is just as easy. If you're looking for a solid guide to maximize the protective power of your mask, keep reading! Disposable facemasks...

In this article we clarify which type of respirator or facemask is best suited for which purpose. Commonly, all masks are called facemasks. A distinction must be made between cloth masks, medical-grade masks (surgical facemasks) and FFP half-face respirator masks. The common facemask, eventhough sterile and a product of medical-grade protects others rather than the person wearing it. Filtering half masks or respirator (FFP2/FFP3/KN95/N95), first and foremost, protect the person wearing the mask from splashes and aerosols produced by others....