Face mask with ear loops and method for forming

Details Face mask with ear loops and method for forming Face mask with ear loops and method for forming

1988-01-11

1990-07-17

Green, Randall L.

Surgery

Respiratory method or device

Means for removing substance from respiratory gas

12820619, A62B 710

Patent

active

049414704

ABSTRACT:
A face mask (10) includes a layer (12) of meltblown polypropylene fabric having pleats (18-22) formed therein. An ear loop (14) and an ear loop (16) formed from lycra spandex are attached to the corners of the layer (12). Application of heat along seams (24) and (26) attach the ear loops (14) and (16) thereto in addition to securing the ends of the pleats (18-22). In this manner, internal fibers of the layer (12) are restrained from entering the surrounding environment.

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