Face Shields
Kioma Mask -Full face respirator mask Invented and manufactured in Dallas
Kioma invented the first surge capacity, rapid response, full face respirator. Made from flat material, it folds like origami. It provides better protection at a lower cost than present off-the-shelf alternatives. A respirator is a sealed system, so direct contamination via airflow is less likely. It replaces the combination of a temporary mask + glasses + face shield, and is designed for long duration wear, and to be washable and reusable. This is the first surge respirator for immediate, low-cost, and massively scalable production by communities, governments, and manufacturers worldwide. It does not require the extensive tooling and lead times of injection molding, CNC machining, or thermoforming. Anyone with die cutting or press-forming expertise (such as print shops) can quickly manufacture this at scale. Contact URL: kiomamask.com Contact Email: hhcn@kioma.us
Turning Snorkel Masks into PPE in DFW
In conjunction with Dr. Peter Baek, Invene developed a 3D printed component that turns a scuba mask into a reusable N95 mask. It passes the hospital fit test and is going to be utilized as more hospitals allow staff to bring in their own PPE (personal protective equipment). The support from my network has been tremendous as a lot of individuals gave their time and expertise for free, including Tyler Register, Hubert Zajicek, Kathy Blank, Ed MacDonald, Walter Voit, Randy Page, Jim Griffin, Sarah Law, Matt Fildes, and Jon Shapiro. The cost per 3D printed part is $4 and we already have 275 requests without publicizing it. Dr. Baek has started a GoFundMe to help cover the cost of materials. No one is making money from this venture as we’re releasing the design for free next week. We are manufacturing these for doctors without access to 3D printers. If you want to be a part of the cause, checkout the GoFundMe in resources below. Resources
