Manufacturing Process of Masks
Masks have a relatively sophisticated manufacturing process Surgical masks and N95 respirators are used to prevent the spread of respiratory infections. They are part of the personal protective equipment (PPE) used by health workers and are different from other types of masks used to protect from pollution or dust. Surgical masks are loose fitting and designed to trap sprays and droplets from coughing and sneezing. N95 respirators fit more tightly and can also protect from smaller airborne particles. While N95 respirators are designed to protect the wearer from infections, surgical masks are mostly used to prevent the wearer from disseminating germs and viruses (such as in the case of a surgeon operating on a patient). Surgical masks do not offer full protection against the coronavirus but are recommended for health workers, particularly when both the patient and the worker wear one. Surgical masks and N95 respirators are both disposable, which explains why they are in such great...