Development
The Elipse Half-Face Mask represents a major leap in mask design and the development of new technology by GVS Filter Technology. The result is a mask that enables the wearer to feel more comfortable and less constricted without compromising the efficiency and effectiveness of the mask.
Design
The first objective was to break free the conventional mask shape that covered the entire lower face, a necessity in most instances to be able to accommodate the size of filters required to achieve the level of efficiency demanded for the conditions in which the mask would be worn. To achieve this objective GVS Filter Technology had to address the issue of filter size and shape. This demanded an entirely new approach to filter design and manufacture.
Comfort
A mask designed to be worn for up to eight hours need to pay attention to ongoing comfort of the wearer. Hence the starting point of an ergonomic design aimed at fitting the contours of the face. Silicon and latex free, odour free, non allergic materials have been used for the construction of the mask itself as well as for the materials used in the construction of the filters.
The head strap has four adjustable locations for increased comfort and a protective head band at the rear. The compact design further reduces the risk of the mask interfering with the users line of vision, or with and eye or ear protection that must also be worn.
A large area non-return exhaust valve has been utilised to provide low breathing resistance which in turn reduces wearer fatigue and the subsequent discomfort experienced by conventional masks. The mask is supplied with P3 filters as standard to provide maximum protection.
Pleat Encapsulation: A patented Technology
Conventional circular, square and rectangle filter shapes were totally unsuitable for the type of mask envisaged by GVS Filter Technology.
An ovular or elliptical shape was required, along with a filter housing with flexibility. The development of pleat encapsulation technology whereby the material used to hold the pleated media in place also forms part of the housing and the mechanism for securing the filter in place within the mask. Extensive research on the type of resins available to provide the flexibility to allow the filter to be curved when fitted into the mask was required.
HESPA filter media
When development commenced none of the filter medias available met the requirements of the mask.
Plenty of high efficiency pleatable medias were available, but none combined a sufficiently low pressure loss with the high enough efficiency that was required to produce the low-depth filter needed. Thus, HESPA media: a high efficiency synthetic media with a low pressure loss - was developed to GVS Filter Technology specification. The HESPA media range has efficiencies from 99.95% to 99.999%, and has been shown to be more robust than the conventional glass and electrostatic medias used in respirator filters.
Elipse Reusable Safety Respirator with SPR316 Filters
Provides protection against toxic dust particles, metal fumes (smoke), mists & Vapours, Bacteria and Viruses.
Typical applications: Welding, Metalwork, Woodworking Construction, D.I.Y
Conforms to EN140 & EN143
Designed to fit the contours of your face.
Odour free, Non-allergenic, Medical Grade Materials, Latex & Silicone Free.
Easy 4-point adjustable light weight head strap.
Flexible materials to fit the curvature of the face and patented low profile filter design to give maximum field of vision.
Non-return exhaust valve to reduce risk of wearer fatigue.
Use with SPR316 Hespa Filters.
Replacement SPR316 Hespa Filters
Removal of dust, mist and fumes of all types, and micro organisms e.g. bacteria and viruses.
Variations available:
- Respirator with additional pack of SPR316 Filters
- Respirator with 2 additional packs of SPR316 Filters
- 3 packs of SPR316 Filters
Size Medium / Large
Elipse brand so quality assured.
Immediate dispatch.
Ideal for both professional and D.I.Y use.
