As the Omicron variant of the COVID-19 virus spreads rapidly, 3M has been providing information about the company’s 3M N95 respirators, including information on where to buy them, how to ensure a proper fit, and why they are considered the standard equipment for protection.
“As we have throughout the pandemic, 3M is committed to making sure everyone who needs an N95 has access,” said Raymond Eby, the President of 3M’s Personal Safety Division, adding”3M's N95 respirators are NIOSH-approved and filter out at least 95% of airborne particles, including those that may contain viruses.”
3M N95s respirators
Respirators must seal to your face to direct inhaled and exhaled air through the filter"
“Fit matters. N95s need to be worn correctly to protect effectively,” said Dr. Nicole (Nikki) McCullough, Vice President and Respiratory Protection Leader at 3M, adding “Respirators must seal to your face to direct inhaled and exhaled air through the filter. They are designed to fit a wide-range of faces and move with your face as you talk.”
3M N95s respirators are available at all major retailers and online platforms and for occupational users through medical and industrial distributors. 3M is the largest manufacturer of N95 respirators in the United States of America (U.S.A), with manufacturing plants located in the US states of South Dakota and Nebraska.
Partnership with law enforcement agencies
When purchasing N95 respirators, customers need to be sure that they buying the equipment from a reputable seller.
3M has been partnering with law enforcement agencies, in order to help combat fraud and counterfeiting, in connection with the company’s products and COVID-19. Till date, the collaboration has helped in the seizure of more than 55 million counterfeit respirators.