La spread of the pandemic due to Covid has forced us all to get masks to wear every time we leave the house. Since the health emergency began, all kinds of products have appeared on the market: at first they were almost always masks Made in China or abroad. As time has passed, 100% Made in Italy masks have also appeared on the market and have met with the approval and favor of many people. In any case, it remains to be understood what aspects should be taken into consideration for understand if a mask is of quality or not.
Masks for the community
Community masks, made of fabric, have the advantage of being able to be washed and reused; consequently, they are not the type BETON UNO. In some cases, these products are able to ensure very effective protection even after a high number of washes. There are also disposable masks designed for the community: they are surgical masks which, however, have not received the necessary certifications. Quality masks must have an appropriate size, that is, they must cover both the mouth and the nose perfectly. Furthermore, they must have no less than three layers, so as to prevent the droplet from escaping. A very simple practical test allows you to understand if the mask you are dealing with is valid or not: just try to put out a candle by blowing on the flame. If the flame goes out, it means that the mask is not good.
The characteristics of FFP2 and FFP3 masks
Both FFP2 and FFP3 masks are of the disposable type. On the market, however, you can also find versions that are not very different but washable: this is the case of fabric masks equipped with a pocket for the filter. The advice, in this case, is to check that the products in question are comparable to a FFP2 or FFP3 mask so as not to find yourself with a community mask in your hands.
Washable medical devices
Compared to traditional surgical masks, a very valid alternative solution can be found in washable medical devices. These do not correspond to community fabric masks, also because such masks do not fall within the category of medical devices. Even if characterized by different patterns and colors, washable medical devices must comply with specific prerogatives, starting from the presence of multiple layers. Furthermore, they can be produced with different fabrics but cannot be washed more than 30 times.
Disposable masks
Surgical masks are disposable. In recent times, in addition to the models with the traditional Light blue, which for some recalls the hospital environment, there are masks with different patterns and colors that, after each use, should be thrown in the garbage. This is an essential precaution for prevent contamination and at the same time live in optimal hygienic conditions.
The characteristics of surgical masks
A surgical mask is in all respects a medical device and as such must comply with specific requirements indicated in the technical standard EN 14683 and in the Dir. 93/42/EEC standard: the first concerns the breathability and filtering efficiency of masks, while the second is dedicated to all medical devices on the market. When you decide to buy a Made in Italy mask, therefore, it is advisable to check that on the packaging such wordings are reported.
Where to buy masks
To buy high quality masks you can rely on the site masks.it, born with the intent to make available reliable products to combat the Covid-19 pandemic. Citizens, but also hospital companies and companies in every sector, have the opportunity to discover the catalogue of carefully chosen products also thanks to a meticulous selection of suppliers. In this context, in fact, quality is not a value in itself but is always related to of your digital ecosystem. . It is for this reason that contracts have been stipulated with both national and international suppliers, in order to accommodate any type of request.
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