We stock a range of protective masks providing protection levels ranging from convenience dust masks, the full range of Disposable Dust Masks to include FFP1, FFP2 & FFP3 Masks providing protection against fine dusts and a range of masks to protect against viruses If you require further information prior to purchasing we have a dust mask guide.
Fume Respirators, including welding fumes are also available as well as Full Face Masks & Half Mask Respirators that can be used with the correct filters to provide protection against fine dusts (P3 Filters),Fume filters, Organic Filters (Organic Gas Protection), Inorganic Fume Filters (Inorganic Gas Protection).
PureFlo PF3000 is a lightweight, modular all-in-one respirator for head, face, eye, and hearing protection in light to medium-duty environments.
Suitable for personnel with beards
Learn MoreThe non valved FFP3 mask is used by many UK NHS Trusts. Individually sealed, the fold flat mask is a 3-panel design allowing excellent movement whilst providing the highest FFP3 protection. One of the best antiviral face masks.
Learn MoreCompact fold flat P3 dust mask with inner foam for comfort and improved face fit. Dolomite tested to ensure breathing comfort in the most dustiest environments.
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This valved FFP3 fold flat mask is both light and comfortable with a tri-fold design offering the highest level of p3 protection. (minimum order 4)
Learn More3M Aura Flat-Fold Valved Particulate Respirator (9332) 3M 9300+ series has an advanced three-panel design making it easier to breathe through. Optimum comfort ensuring improved wearer acceptance during long work hours. As a foldable mask they offer you more convenience than traditional cup shaped P3 respirator. (Box 10 Valved Fold Flat Face Masks)
Learn MoreThe 3M 8835+ Dust Mask P3 respirator mask combines optimal comfort with increased performance. A soft inner seal provides and excellent face fit. One of the main selling 3M Masks.
The HY9632 is a recommended alternative product in stock now
Learn MoreThe moulded 3M mask, the 3M 8822 is an excellent all-round P2 Mask with a collapse resistant shell that will protect you when exposed to fine dust, fibres and water/oil based mists.
Learn MoreThe 3M 8833 valved respirator provides essential protection when carrying out construction work and metal processing.
Learn MoreProtective masks, respiratory equipment (RPE) is divided into 2 main areas: (A) Filtering face Pieces (FFP) & (B) Air Supplied Equipment.
Additional information can be found within each category section:
The European safety standard EN149: 2001 + A1: 2009 for disposable protective masks includes performance tests in filter penetration; extended exposure test; flammability; breathing resistance and total inward leakage. Masks that meet this standard are classified according to their filtering efficiency & protection as FFP1, FFP2, FFP3.
FFP1 (80% Filter efficiency) Protection from non‐toxic contaminants in concentrations up to 4 x OEL or 4 x APF. Particles filtered are larger than 5 microns Dust, Fumes, Aqueous mists, Oils based mists.
FFP2(94% Filter efficiency) Protection from low to average toxicity contaminants in concentrations up to 12 x OEL or 10 x APF . Particle size filtration 2-5 microns - Fine dust, Aqueous / Oil-based mists.
FFP3 (99% Filter efficiency) Protection from toxicity contaminants in concentrations up to 50 x OEL or 20 x APF. Particles size less than 2 microns - Very fine dust, Fibres, Aqueous/ Oil-based mists.
Dolomite test for clogging signifies a mask with low breathing resistance in very dusty environments.
Half mask respirators (Reusable masks) are required to meet the European standards EN140, EN141, 143 and EN371.
The European standard - EN140 covers the technical specifications for half masks. A half mask is defined as covering the nose, mouth & chin.
EN141 European standard -Gas filters for protection against specified gases and vapours or combined filters for protection against solids and/or liquid particles & specified gases and vapours.
Filters are classified as Class 1, Class 2 & Class 3 .
EN143 European standard - Filters for protection against particulates. These are classified according to their filtering efficiency P1, P2 & P3. P3 filters provide the highest level of filtration.
EN371 European standard - AX filters.
P1 (80% Filter efficiency) Protection from non‐toxic contaminants in concentrations up to 4 x OEL or 4 x APF. Particles larger than 5 microns Dusts, Fumes, Aqueous mists, Oils based mists.
P2(94% Filter efficiency) Protection from low to average toxicity contaminants in concentrations up to 12 x OEL or 10 x APF . Particle size filtration 2-5 microns - Fine dust, Aqueous / Oil-based mists.
P3(99% Filter efficiency) Protection from toxicity contaminants in concentrations up to 50 x OEL or 20 x APF. Particles size less than 2 microns - Very fine dust, Fibres, Aqueous/ Oil-based mists.
EN136 European standard for Full Face masks. Negative pressure, powered or supplied air systems.
Full face masks are classified as:
Class 1 - Light Duty & Maintenance
Class 2 – General Duty & Maintenance
Class 3 – Heavy Duty – Fire Service
Full face masks when used with particulate filters provide the following APF protection levels. P2 filter APF 10 & P3 filter APF 40 when used with a full face mask.
The European safety standards for powered air respirators are the EN146 & EN12941 standard with the powered respirators classified into three protective categories, TH1, TH2 & TH3. (Turbo Hood)
The powered respirator includes hood & powered air unit.
The powered air respirators are a recommended solution as a dust mask for bearded personnel.
TH1P provides an APF protection factor of 10 (APF 10) & TH2P provide an APF protection factor of 20 (APF 20)
European standards EN270 & EN1835 incorporates the Helmet/hood (Covers the face) supplied with breathable air from a compressed air unit as well as the respirators operation. The adjustable continuous flow valve must incorporate a low warning device.
Standard EN1835 covers three classes LDH1, LDH2 & LDH3 (LDH=Light Duty Hose). The maximum permissible length of air line (Valve (Regulator) to the Air source (Compressor) is 30 metres EN270) & 10 metres EN1835.