4oTrimestre14 | PROTECCIÓN LABORAL 81 Updated products Climax filtering face masks: protection with total freedom In many jobs it is essential to use respira- tory protection filtering elements because other solutions are not viable. In such conditions, the user needs protection pro- viding the required safety and that simultaneously is comfortable and does not interfere with job exertion. Climax has got a filtering face masks range which offers the user protection in environments where there are contami- nants in the form of dust, fumes, mists, aerosols and / or solid aerosols. Made from filter fabrics bent and welded using ultrasound, these masks have a very low breathing resistance, offering a perfect fit to the user’s face through the clip and the inner built-in pad. In addition, the elastic holding band is latex free to avoid aller- gy problems. There are three levels of pro- tection with the English acronym “FFP” (Filtering Facepiece against Particles): · FFP1 masks This type of protection is suitable for steam cleaning grinding jobs, cutting and drilling in construction, oxide and metallic powders from work on metal surfaces (cutting, drilling). The maximum level of use is 4 x TLV (Threshold Limit Value). · FFP2 masks Recommended for sanding layers of paint and coatings, adhesives scraping and sand- ing, wood cutting and drilling, fumes from welding, waste management, pesticide spraying (water-based), animal feed. The maximum level of use is 10 x TLV. · FFP3 masks They offer the highest level of protection, being suitable for grinding work, and cut- ting, drilling of wood and stainless steel. They are also suitable for working in con- tact with bacteria and viruses, or asbestos removal. In the FFP3 segment Climax pre- sents the 1730 model mask, which outstands for providing protection for usage levels up to 50 the Threshold Limit Value (TLV). Productos Climax features in its catalog three types of filtering facepiece masks: -Without valve. Models 1710 (FFP1) and 1720 (FFP2). -With exhalation valve. Models 1710-v (FFP1), 1720-V (FFP2) and 1730 (FFP3). The incorporated exhalation valve signifi- cantly reduces the accumulation of heat and humidity inside the mask, enhancing user comfort. -Charcoal face masks. Models 1710-C (FFP1), 1720-C (FFP2). The active carbon layer provides protection against ozone and metal fumes, as well as bad odours at a con- centration below the TLV. They also include exhalation valve. All Climax filtering face masks are EN 149 compliant. Modelo 1720-C FFP2 Modelo 1730-V FFP3 Modelo 1720-V FFP2 41