The Advantages and Importance of Elastomeric Respirators- by Claudio Dente OHS, May 1, 2023

What are Elastomeric Respirators? 

Elastomeric respirators are tight-fitting respirators that provide greater-than-N95-level protection and are made to be safely reused for years. You may be hearing more and more lately about elastomeric masks online and in the media. These types of reusable rubber half masks are nothing new and have been a staple piece of PPE for many workers across various industries for decades. These types of reusable respirators are reliable, comfortable, cost-effective and safer than any disposable mask on the market. Here’s a breakdown of everything you need to know about elastomeric respirators. Click here to read the full article from Occupational Health & Safety Magazine, May, 2023.