Barrier to virus September 1st 2009 Coveralls, used in conjunction with
other PPE, such as gloves and
disposable respirators, can protect
personnel from infected droplets and
limit the risk of them
transporting, for example
the swine flu virus to
another person.
DuPont's range of Tyvek suits,
that includes Tyvek Classic and
Tyvek Classic Plus, provide
protection against contamination.
The Classic Plus (Type 4,5,6)
provides a more adequate barrier by
the combination of fabric, tight
seams and tight closure of the zipper
flap. Tyvek Classic (Type 5,6) may
provide an adequate barrier, however
the seams and the zipper coverage
are less particle tight than those of
Tyvek Classic Plus garments. Both
are made of the same
material which has
proved an adequate
barrier against
infected particles (EN 14126).
Tyvek has an inherent barrier that
delivers protection and can help against
the spread of the swine flu virus. More articles from Dupont Personal Protection: |