The mask named 'gemCare' mask, anatomically designed by medical professionals, has been added to its portfolio. Crucially, the product is non-medical grade and will not affect the supply chain to the NHS – nor are they intended to replace protective measures such as washing hands and maintaining social distancing.
The mask is a significant upgrade on disposable, single-use surgical masks which can be loose in fitment offering only basic protection.
Because the mask can be used multiple times, the daily cost of use is significantly less than disposable alternatives. The gemCare masks are made from stretchable material, making them easy to fit and comfortable against the face, with the triple layers incorporating anti-bacterial, anti-UV and water repellent protection.
The coatings have been laboratory tested, with the anti-bacterial properties of gemCare masks deemed to be more than 99.9% effective for up to 30 washes. Autogem's managing director Prashant Chopra said, "even after a 30 wash cycle, the mask would still act as a basic face covering once the anti-bacterial properties eventually degrade.
"We have been inundated with enquiries about face masks since the coronavirus outbreak first hit, so we began working on a solution as soon to we could to help meet our customers' needs.
"We believe that our triple-layered gemCare masks are more robust and durable products than the vast majority of alternatives on the market. They are reusable and will not only offer extra-protection to technicians wearing them, but also a premium sense of best-practice in front of their own customers.
Source: Autogem