World Emblem, Hollywood, Fla., has partnered with Bendshape Mask, to scale manufacturing of the Quartz ASTM3 surgical mask.
The Quartz ASTM3 is the industry’s first transparent, sealed surgical mask that meets the full ASTM level 3 standard, ideal for surgical procedures in which there is high risk of fluid (splashes or sprays), bacteria, and particle exposure, according to the company. The new clear mask offers bacteria filtration, particle filtration, and surgical fluid resistance.
The Quartz’s transparency can better enable communication between people receiving and giving healthcare, as well as professionals working in schools and occupations where both clear communication and advanced filtration is critical.
“The large, clear window allows me to emotionally connect with patients and to communicate more effectively with colleagues while masked during procedures,” says Dr. Guido O. Sarnachiaro, DDS, who is part of the renowned SDNY dental team and teaches at New York University College of Dentistry.
The Quartz ASTM3 mask is the first transparent surgical mask to come in multiple sizes with an adjustable ear loop and head strap option increasing its comfort, fit and seal, according to the company. It also can be decorated with a company logo or artwork.
“Quartz was built by a team of U.S. material scientists, chemists, and textile engineers to lead the transparent mask market with the highest bi-directional filtration performance and the largest clear window in a sealed mask,” says BendShape Mask CEO Steven Sanders. “We are proud to partner with a veteran manufacturer like World Emblem.” — D.S.
