Coronavirus
Technology Solutions
November 16, 2020
Masks Effective in Reducing
Intake Risk
Mink and Mink Farm Employees in Greece have
COVID
Filtech 2021 February 23-25, 2021 in Cologne
Plenary Lectures at Filtech will
be Relevant
A Number of Speeches will be
COVID Related
Many of the 349 Exhibitors have
COVID Related Products
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Masks Effective in Reducing
Intake Risk
Researchers in Japan say they have confirmed that
face masks are effective in both retarding the
spread of viruses and reducing the intake of
them. They used actual coronaviruses and
mannequins to reach that conclusion.
The finding was made by a group led by Professor
Kawaoka Yoshihiro and Project Assistant
Professor Ueki Hiroshi at the University of
Tokyo's Institute of Medical Science.
In their experiments, they placed two mannequins
face-to-face in a laboratory. One was designed
to discharge airborne droplets containing the
coronaviruses. The other had a mechanism
enabling it to take in air, imitating human
breathing.
In one experiment, the researchers put a mask on
the inhaling mannequin. They say the amount of
viruses it absorbed was cut by 17 percent with a
cloth mask and by 47 percent with an ordinary
surgical mask. When they put an N95 medical mask
on the mannequin so it fitted snugly, the amount
declined by 79 percent.
When a mask was put on the virus-spreading
mannequin, both cloth and surgical masks reduced
the other, non-mask-wearing mannequin's intake
of viruses by more than 70 percent.
The researchers also report that putting masks
on both mannequins could not completely prevent
the transmission of viruses.
Professor Kawaoka said there previously had been
no research demonstrating masks' effectiveness
using real viruses. The professor also said they
confirmed it is important that masks are worn
properly.
He added it is important to be aware that masks
cannot block viruses completely.
Mink and Mink Farm Employees in Greece have
COVID
Mink at two farms in northern Greece have been
found to have the coronavirus, according to an
official in the country's agriculture ministry.
The strain found in the minks is the same one
found in humans, the official said, according to the Greek newspaper Kathimerini. The breeder at one of them also tested
positive for the virus.
The 2,500 minks on one farm have since been culled,
the newspaper reported the agriculture ministry
official as saying, after samples from the
animals there tested positive for the virus.
Testing of workers at mink farms in the Kastoria area
found 10 positive cases, the newspaper said. The
trade in mink fur is an important source of
income for the area.
Filtech 2021 February 23-25, 2021 in Cologne
This could be an excellent
conference for those involved with COVID
solutions. But despite the appearance that it is
going ahead, there are ominous signs. The
largest art fair in the world was scheduled in
Cologne for next week. It has now been canceled.
New daily coronavirus cases in Germany hit
a record of 23,542 on Friday, the Robert Koch
Institute for infectious diseases reported,
prompting government spokesman Stefan Seibert to
say measures “were not expected to be relaxed”
by next week.
Federal and regional leaders are due to meet on
Monday to discuss whether the country’s closure
of all gyms and entertainment venues has slowed
the disease’s spread, but the health minister,
Jens Spahn, said it was too early to say.
It is unlikely that any potential visitors from
the U.S. or other countries subject to German
travel restrictions would have planned to visit.
But if it is not held let’s hope there is
a virtual version
At the FILTECH 2021 Show the
latest innovations will be on display and will
provide visitors an exclusive overview and
insights of the state-of the art science and
technologies. Sophisticated and state of the art
filtration and separation solutions play a key
role in all industries to achieve cost-effective
processing structures as well as reduced risks.
FILTECH is a global solution provider for
targeted filtration & separation tasks covering
all industries. 340+ companies will present
their cutting-edge products and innovations for
the chemical industry, as food & beverage, life
science, minerals processing, pulp & paper,
waste management, water treatment, environmental
engineering petrochemicals and many more.
The Conference programme features
140+ technical papers and gives a representative
cross section of the different procedures and
appliances of separation technology as well as
across the industry about the applications, from
the preparation of mineral raw materials, the
chemistry, environmental technology and water
purification down to the pharmacy and
biotechnology.
Most ongoing problems, which play
an important role in the current situation are
represented in the programme. Like the research
and development of highly efficient respiratory
masks and air cleaning solutions as decisive
tools against COVID-19, or the cleaning of water
polluted with micro pollutants,
antibiotic-resistant bacteria/gens and micro
plastics.
Plenary Lectures at Filtech will be Relevant
Plenary Lecture Roaring twenties
in air filtration - driving for a cleaner world
Dr.-Ing. Martin Lehman MANN+HUMMEL GmbH /
Germany
In medias research air filtration
is omnipresent for delivering clean air:
protecting engine and equipment known as engine
filtration, enabling processes and technology
known as industrial filtration, providing
comfort and indoor air quality known as HVAC
filtration. Adding gas adsorption, the domain of
cabin air filtration shows up. However, in this
talk the focus will be on particle filtration. A
bit more than twenty years ago, the digital
revolution in air filtration started. First
realistic simulations of particle collection on
single fibers. First time visualization of the
3D microstructure of a fibrous filter. CFD and
FEA have become a key tool for designing air
intake systems. Nowadays, we are starting to use
AI-based simulation tools for designing air
filter elements. In addition, in the past twenty
years the design of the filter elements changed
significantly. There is no longer a set of just
rectangular or round filter elements. With
evolving production technology, we are now
thinking and designing in flexible design shapes
with concave curvature, oval shape or variable
pleat heights. Customers have become used to
filter elements fitting just right into their
complex 3D design space.
Membrane science and functional
materials Prof. Dr. Liang-Yin Chu, Membrane
Science and Functional Materials Group – Sichuan
University
Functional
membranes are playing paramount roles for
sustainable development in myriad aspects such
as energy, environments, resources and human
health. However, the unalterable pore size and
surface property of traditional porous membranes
restrict their efficient applications. The
performances of traditional functional membranes
will be weakened upon the unavoidable membrane
fouling,
A Number of Speeches will be COVID Related
Nonwovens for hygiene and medical
applications: Optical quality control can manage
the increasing requirements for functional
membranes, M. Klein, Dr. Schenk GmbH, Germany
Melt blown nonwoven -innovative
approach in filter media production for
micro-ultra-filtration, N. Batta, Dutch Fiber
Netherlands, Netherlands Air filter testing
using bacteriophages as virus surrogate, B.
Führer, H. Elsayed, C. Hartl, M. Kaiser, G.
Ettenberger,OFI Technology & Innovation Ltd,
Austria; U. Häfner, Freudenberg Filtration
Technologies SE & Co. KG, Germany
Efficient
filter media and membrane testing (cut-off) by
number-based size distribution of nano- and
microparticles (SPLS-Technology®), E. Wollik, H.
Woehlecke, H. Lichtenfeld, Dr. Lerche KG; M.
Hussels, Physikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt
(PTB); D. Lerche, LUM GmbH, Germany
Simulating filter quality of
nanofiber filter: Effects of slip-flow and
implications for filter design, Y.T. Chen, T.C.
Hsiao, C.W. Lin, S.H. Huang, C.C. Chen, National
Taiwan University; Y.M. Kuo, Chung Hwa
University of Medical Technology, Taiwan
Production of nanofibers for
filtration applications via solution electro -
spinning: Approaches of industrial scale
production, T. Schneiders, T. Gries, RWTH Aachen
University, Germany
Removal of nanoparticles by
electrostatic precipitation: evaluation of the
collection efficiency behavior with the electric
field and air velocity, F. A. Lima, V.G. Guerra,
Federal University of São Carlos, Brazil
Melt electrospinning towards
industrial scale nanofiber production:
Challenges, solution approaches and
applications, K. König, G. Seide,
Aachen-Maastricht Institute for Biobased
Materials, Netherlands
One step beyond: From the
experimental investigation of discharging
methods to numerical optimization potential of
electret filter media, M. Kerner, S. Antonyuk,
Technische Universität Kaiserslautern; K.
Schmidt, IT for Engineering (it4e) GmbH; S.
Schumacher, C. Asbach, Institute of Energy and
Environmental Technology e.V. (IUTA), Germany
Modelling
of the mechanical aging behavior of PLA-based
nonwovens and monofilaments under filter
application-relevant conditions, R. Taubner,
Saxon Textile Research Institute (STFI),
Germany, C. Schippers, L. Tsarkova, Deutsches
Textilforschungszentrum Nord-West gGmbH (DTNW);
J. S. Gutmann, University Duisburg-Essen (UDE),
Germany
Test methods for indoor air
cleaners with alternative test aerosols and
considering ultrafine particles, S. Schumacher,
A. Banda Sanchez, A. Caspari, U. Schneiderwind,
C. Asbach, Institute of Energy and Environmental
Technology e.V. (IUTA), Germany
Enhanced performance for high
efficiency filter media design with a
sustainable competitive advantage, N.W.M.
Edwards, A.P. Slater, Lenzing Fibers Grimsby
Ltd., UK
SmartMELAMINE®
- the first melamine meltblown nonwoven, C.
Löning, N. Zorko, SmartMELAMINE d.o.o., Slovenia
New plasma nanocoatings to boost
performance of filtration media and their
relevance to the fight against COVID-19, F.
Legein, Europlasma NV, Belgium
Bilayer composite membranes:
fabrication and optimization for improved gas
permeability, S. Farrukh, F. Yousaf, National
University of Sciences & Technology (NUST),
Pakistan; X. Fan, University of Edinburgh, UK
Modeling and simulation of
moisture penetration and wearing time of face
masks, M. Böhle, A. Schwarzwälder, Technische
Universität Kaiserslautern; R. Kirsch, S.
Osterroth , Fraunhofer Institute for Industrial
Mathematics (ITWM), Germany
Effect of washing on the
performance of surgical masks, N. BardinMonnier,
A. Charvet, O. Dufaud, D. Thomas, J.C.
Appert-Collin, N. Bernard, F. Huin, M. Lebrun,
Université de Lorraine; C. Dessale, F. Aantoine,
CIC-IT, France A novel filter material is
deactivating viruses and bacteria and binds
allergenic proteins from pollen, E. Gottschall,
P. Pfeuffer, K. Gottschall, KLAWEGO GmbH & Co.
KG, Germany
PALAS - Quick and reliable test
of community masks with regard to the new EN
Guideline CWA 17553, S. Schütz, M. Schmidt,
PALAS GmbH, Germany
Impact on particle penetration in
filter media due to variations in the physical
properties of paraffin oil, M. Hu; G. Patel, ATI
- Air Techniques International, USA
How face masks help stop
COVID-19, K.-J. Choi, Clean & Science Co., Ltd.,
USA
Many of the 349 Exhibitors have COVID Related
Products
The attached exhibition list
shows that many of the 349 exhibitors have
media, machines, filters, or test equipment
which is relevant.
http://www.mcilvainecompany.com/PDF/filtech2021_exhibitor_list.pdf
MANN+HUMMEL
solutions for air hygiene create almost
completely virus-free air indoors. For rooms
without central air conditioning, there is the
stationary air purifier OurAir SQ 2500 which is
suitable for rooms up to approx. 200m² and its
mobile pendant, the OurAir TK 850, which filters
the air in rooms up to 70m². The heart of the
units is its HEPA H14 air filter, which captures
more than 99.995% of viruses, bacteria and
microorganisms. The compact filter, Nanoclass
Cube Pro Membrane, is designed for HVAC systems
working in circulation mode. The H13 filter
achieves a separation rate of 99.95%. All air
filters are equipped with a new ePTFE media with
a 50% lower pressure drop compared to
conventional HEPA air filters based on micro
glass fiber. This makes the filters particularly
energy efficient. The media is fire resistant
tested according EN 13501 as class E and with
that applicable for all HVAC application in
non-residential buildings acc. EN 15423 and VDI
3403-4.
The Palas® respiratory
mask filter test rig PMFT 1000 allows a reliable
control of the filter performance and enhances
quality assurance. The current spread of the new
corona virus CoVid-19 is leading to a massive
increase in demand for respiratory masks
worldwide. Manufacturers of filter media and
respiratory masks are increasing their
production capacities to the maximum. However,
reliable protection is only offered by masks
that have undergone special tests during
production. To support manufacturers, Palas has
introduced the newly developed PMFT 1000
respiratory mask filter test rig, which enables
both quality assurance in production and product
improvement in the development department. A
special advantage of the PMFT 1000 from Palas
compared to other filter test rigs is that
additionally to the penetration by mass, the
exact representation of the separation per size
class of the particles can be detected.
Especially regarding the effectiveness of the
breathing masks for the corona virus (size:
approx. 120 nm - 160 nm), such an exact
measurement of the particle size distribution is
essential. The fractional efficiency is tested,
e.g. the efficiency in the whole size range of
100 nm up to 5 μm (size range spectrometer 100
nm up to 40 μm*). PMFT 1000 is future proof: It
works with any kind of aerosol, it can be used
for all kinds of face masks and is also easy to
handle.
The Hollingsworth & Vose
NanoWave® XT is the new NanoWave® filter media
series designed for use in various filter
configurations for Heating, Ventilation and Air
Conditioning (HVAC) systems in residential and
commercial buildings as well as industrial
applications. Tests have shown that the new
NanoWave® XT series outperforms all other filter
media. It features the highest efficiency in
protecting people and sensitive components
against hazardous PM1 particles as well as
double to triple higher dust-holding capacity
compared to other premium filter media. In
addition, NanoWave® XT significantly reduces the
energy consumption of a building. As much as 30%
of energy consumption of an HVAC system happens
due to the pressure drop in the air filters.
NanoWave® XT media, having up to 40% lower
pressure drop compared to other premium
filtration materials, will significantly lower
the energy consumption of the air filter and
thus of the whole HVAC system. NanoWave® XT
media can be easily and safely disposed of,
without negatively impacting the environment or
causing unnecessary disposal costs. Due to its
unparalleled performance, NanoWave® XT sets new
standards in both filtration performance and
energy efficiency.
ABCR: More and more
microorganisms are coming into focus because of
their health-endangering properties. The
formation of multi-resistant germs is one of the
big challenges for new, sensible solutions. To
equip all surfaces antimicrobial - even in
water-bearing systems - abcr eco_antimic* from
abcr GmbH is a proven alternative. The material
provides an enormously wide range of
applications as a surface-active substance in
respect of incubation time, effectiveness and
duration of action. The substance can be used as
a coating or as part of the matrix and then
shows practically no wear and tear and a
long-lasting effect over several years.
Challenging applications can be found on all
contact surfaces touched by people, e.g. in
hospitals, sanitary facilities, on medical
equipment. A further field of application is the
reduction of biofilms in water-bearing systems.
abcr eco_antimic* has already been successfully
used in various applications. A large number of
patents and the biocide approval exist.
A2Z’S Intelligent Servo driven
Blade Pleater along with the mini pleat
production modules, allows the user to work with
a variety of media including glass fiber as well
as synthetic, with change overs for pleat
depth/pleat pitch, and hot melt patterns on the
fly. The operator can save and access up to
2,500 stored product variations, thus allowing
multiple combinations/part numbers to be
produced. The machine’s unique flexible design
helps filter manufacturers widen their product
range and meet the market’s ever changing needs.
The A2Z Mini Pleat production module can be
added to any existing blade pleater to produce
mini pleat packs with a wide array of media thus
further reducing the filter manufacturer’s
capital expenditure and providing a very
flexible production line. This also makes the
equipment future-proof with the unique ability
to mini pleat a very wide range of media.
Helsatech (Mann + Hummel)
The company Helsatech GmbH is a specialist in
designing and producing air filtration media
based on activated carbon as well as other
adsorbents. Our filtration media are
multifunctional and reliably remove a wide
variety of odors and pollutants from air:
Particles, VOC´s, basic gases like ammonia or
amines and acid gases like H2S, SO2 and NO2.
Formaldehyde is contained as binder or
preserving agent in many plastics, paints,
cloths, floorings and furniture made of flake
boards. Since 2015, it is classified as category
1B which means it can cause cancer in the
nasopharyngeal zone when inhaled. Therefore, we
developed filtration media based on impregnated
activated carbons for the enhanced removal of
formaldehyde from indoor and cabin air. Within
this filtration process, the formaldehyde
molecule is bonded irreversibly to the
impregnation substance. We developed pleatable
media as well as impregnated foams or non-wovens
for V-cells or air purification devices. We also
offer the impregnation on an activated carbon
honeycomb, which results in a filter medium
having high capacity and excellent breakthrough
behavior combined with a very low pressure drop
and thus a low noise level in air purification
devices.
HiFyber:
Antibacterial Nanofiber HVAC Filter Media. The
proper filtration of circulating indoor air
become more important because, today people
spend more than 80% of their daily lives indoors
and The HVAC systems are referred as the
respiratory system of modern buildings. However,
during HVAC operation, the microorganisms may
obtain suitable environmental conditions such as
temperature, moisture level and nutrient to grow
and they can diffuse into the filter components
in the form of bio-aerosols or accumulated dust
and then spread into the indoors. The emergence
of the deadly virus Covid-19 points to the need
to move the efficiency level of indoor
ventilation systems to the next level. Bacteria
or viruses do not move in the air on their own
and are usually accumulated on dust, saliva or
droplets. Airborne-sized particles were
considered to be particles 5 μm in size.
Challenge controls are maintained at 1700 – 3000
colony-forming units with a mean particle size
of 3.0 ± 0.3 μm at “Bacterial Filtration
efficiency(BFE), EN 14683 Standard”. HIFYBER
HVAC products at F7 level can hold more than 90%
of 3 μm particles. It is also possible to
increase the BFE to over 99% with HIFYBER HVAC
products. SPP65-AB is an innovative product that
combines nanofiber with antibacterial
technology. In addition to its high
pleatablility, it has 4 times more air
permeability at the F7 level than
non-antibacterial and widely used glass fiber
products. HIFYBER cleans the air with its
nanotechnological products and also prevents the
growth of microorganisms with its antibacterial
filter media. DHCAE Tools GmbH Hall 8 C48 H
Mikropor:
ASHRAE, mentioned that indoor air handling units
must be restored with new filtration systems
featuring maximum possible efficiency and
portable air purifiers with HEPA efficiency
should be used in indoor environments (“ASHRAE
Position Document on Infectious Aerosols”
published in April 2020). Furthermore, REHVA
(Federation of European Heating, Ventilation and
Air Conditioning Associations) points out that
AHU Filters must have maximum possible
efficiency and should be replaced on a regular
basis. According to the EN1822 standard the
minimum efficiency of HEPA filters are 99.95%
for class H13 at the overall value of most
penetrating particle size (MPPS). Mikropor, has
been offering solutions to the needs of several
different industries and keeps on dominating the
market with its innovative products including
HEPA, ULPA and variety of other HVAC filters and
also next generation Compressed Air Equipments.
The brand new Mia Air (developed by Mikropor)
has the privilege to be the first ever air
purifier to include H13 efficiency class HEPA
Filter in Turkey. Mikropor is delighted and
proud to announce that Mia Air captures up to
99.99% of the smallest airborne particles even
in this ongoing pandemic, supplies clean air to
indoor spaces and offers healthy and peaceful
living quarters to people.
Europlasma:
Nanofics K - a new nanocoating to boost
performance of HEPA filters Plasma is a unique
technology to deposit ultra-thin coatings on all
exposed surfaces of a material or product. It is
increasingly used in manufacturing of filtration
media and elements to achieve functionalities
such as hydrophilic, hydrophobic or oleophobic.
Improvements in process and machine design allow
to deposit the coatings in a very cost effective
way, with a process that is completely dry and
clean. The technology is giving an increasing
number of producers of technical nonwovens,
membranes, mesh or nanofibers a clear
competitive edge. One of the key areas of
interest is the nanocoating of electrets used in
HEPA filters. A new generation of plasma
nanocoatings (Nanofics K) specifically designed
for electrets is launched at FILTECH 2021.
Advances in process chemistry allow to deposit
coatings which boost and maintain filter
efficiency over time, while not affecting the
pressure drop. Latest synthetic innovation -
high efficiency filter media with > 99,99 %
particle separation! IREMA is one of the world´s
leading manufacturers of synthetic filter media
based on a proprietary and unique technology for
different applications. In the field of high
efficient filter materials, we developed a
proprietary synthetic material with particle
separation of up to 99,99%. The media can be
used e.g. in medical and consumer electronics
applications. Also we are able to support the
filtration business with pleatable synthetic
material. New filter generation - BLU Hybrid
filters! BLU Hybrid filters represent a new
generation of filters based on a proprietary and
patented pleating technology. The rigid pleat
design results in minimized air flow resistance
and due to the optimal filter media usage and
construction, Hybrid filters do not clog during
lifetime and provide a high service life. To
achieve that, BLU Hybrid filters utilize our
most recent 3- layer synthetic media design,
which means each layer features its own
characteristics (1st layer: G4 prefilter layer -
2nd & 3rd layer: proprietary technology for more
filtration efficiency also for smallest
particles).
Irema:
IREMA is one of the world´s leading
manufacturers of synthetic filter media based on
a proprietary and unique technology for
different applications. In the field of high
efficient filter materials, we developed a
proprietary synthetic material with particle
separation of up to 99,99%. The media can be
used e.g. in medical and consumer electronics
applications. Also we are able to support the
filtration business with pleatable synthetic
material.
BLU Hybrid filters represent a
new generation of filters based on a proprietary
and patented pleating technology. The rigid
pleat design results in minimized air flow
resistance and due to the optimal filter media
usage and construction, Hybrid filters do not
clog during lifetime and provide a high service
life. To achieve that, BLU Hybrid filters
utilize our most recent 3- layer synthetic media
design, which means each layer features its own
characteristics (1st layer: G4 prefilter layer -
2nd & 3rd layer: proprietary technology for more
filtration efficiency also for smallest
particles).
TSI will show the new model 8150
automated in-line filter tester for quality
assurance of P100 and FFP3 respiratory filters
and cartridges in the production line for the
first time. This oil-only filter tester is
optimized for remote operation, non-destructive
penetration testing, and 24/7 use with a high
number of tests each day. It is controlled by a
PLC for fast integration into existing
manufacturing control and data acquisition
systems. The model 8150 features fast
measurement and cycle times down to 6 seconds,
very low relaxation time after defective filter
tests, and matching results to the Model 8130A.
While significantly smaller in footprint than
the model 8130A, it shares the same architecture
and even uses the same photometer box with two
simultaneous measuring photometers. It will
ensure that each of your respiratory filters
comply with standards such as NIOSH 42 CFR 84,
GB2626, and EN143/EN149.
Topas looks back to a long-term
expertise in the field of development,
construction, manufacturing and installing of
air filter test systems. Based on the new
normative regulations from ISO 29461 we have
been requested by our key customers to offer a
technical solution to test gas turbine filters.
The new GTS 114 is based on the successful ALF
114 test system concept. Therefore it also
follows testing requirements of ISO 16890 and
ASHRAE 52.2. Main new features are related to
increased air flow rates up to 11.000 m³/h in
recirculation mode with test air conditioning.
Furthermore a list of different test aerosols
such as oil droplets, salt and dust particles
can be applied in combination with multiple
measurement technologies such as optical
particle counting, optical photometer or flame
photometer. The major customer benefit will be
the all-in-one solution we propose different
from the various test setups described in the
different parts of the ISO 29461 standard.
Especially doing the water spray performance
testing in the same duct required all our
construction skills.
Hengst:
The indoor air purifier
Blue.care+ from Hengst combines a Class F7
prefilter with a Class H14 high-efficiency
particulate air (HEPA) filter featuring a filter
capacity of ≥ 99.995 %. The system effectively
filters indoor air to remove particulate matter,
allergens, bacteria and especially minuscule
aerosol droplets and viruses in the critical
size range of 0.1 microns. The highly effective
HEPA filter eliminates the need for UV-C
radiation to kill viruses, preventing the
release of toxic substances such as ozone.
Hengst Blue.care+ is also very quiet and highly
efficient: The whisper fan achieves an air
exchange rate of up to 1,800 m³ per hour. With
six fold air exchange Blue.care+ reduces the
virus load by more than 50 % after 10 minutes of
operation. As opposed to the small and portable
units available, the flow-optimized design with
Power Diffusor technology achieves optimal air
circulation throughout the entire room with no
drafts.
JP Air:
Face mask construction,
nonwoven material type, air permeability,
filtration capability, basis weight, fiber
properties and mechanical properties are all key
factors effecting the overall performance of a
face mask. In this scope, JP Air Tech’s
multi-layered face mask construction is
engineered to provide not only enhanced
protection but also maximum wear ability. Each
layer is specifically designed to ensure maximum
protection, comfort wear, easy breathability and
improved durability. In response to the COVID-19
pandemic and increasing demand for face masks,
JP Air Tech, the Danish filter media
manufacturer, has invested in two fully
automated face mask production lines. With this
investment, company has a daily capacity of
producing up to 50,000 pcs of particulate
filtering half mask (FFP1/FFP2/FFP3) and 150,000
pcs of non-sterile medical face mask (Type-II,
Type-IIR). Company has the bandwidth to
exponentially expand the current face mask
production capacity based on customer needs and
market demand. Thanks to its 30 years of
experience and expertise in air filtration, JP
Air Tech has designed and engineered high
performing face masks which are approved,
certified and meets the PPE (Personal Protective
Equipment) and MD (Medical Device) regulation
requirements of the European Commission.
Customers can expect the highest quality
made-in-Denmark face mask products and a swift
delivery
Lydall:
In June 2021, Lydall
opened its new Filtration Center of Excellence
in the United States in Rochester, New
Hampshire. This state-of-the-art facility has
been under construction since July 2020, and it
will be solely dedicated to advancing filtration
science and media innovation for products that
make the world cleaner, safer and quieter. The
Lydall Filtration Center of Excellence will
focus on the technologies and innovation needed
to rapidly bring world-class products to market
in the focused areas of personal protective
equipment (PPE), indoor air quality (IAQ),
liquid filtration, and coalescing. Lydall will
also engage in forward-thinking joint
development programs in partnership with its
customers. Additionally, Lydall will increase
capabilities in materials testing, rapid
prototyping, application testing, science and
engineering talent, and global market
understanding. The new facility is also home to
two new fine fiber meltblown productions lines –
making this site the largest for meltblown
filtration media production site in the United
States
