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Portable multi-function system for testing protective devices

US8196454B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 11, 2009
Grant dateJun 12, 2012
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Expiry dateDec 5, 2030

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA62B27/00
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An apparatus for testing a protective mask. The apparatus includes a testing unit for testing a protective mask. The testing unit includes a headform upon which a protective mask to be tested is mounted. The testing unit is configured to take a sample of the challenge from two different locations about the protective mask. The testing unit may also be configured to inflate and deflate a neck seal protective mask when mounted on the headform prior to performing a mask leakage test to eliminate or significantly reduce pockets or folds that may hide a leak.

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