THERMOFORMED packaging designer and manufacturer Macpac has revealed its role in producing a PPE visor for critical care workers involved in the fight against Covid-19.
The thermoformed visor, which is described as lightweight in construction, sits against the forehead with an adjustable elastic head band.
Macpac explained that the visor has already been approved by the MHRA (Medicines & Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency) on device compliance. It has been designed to sit away from the face at an angle to allow the use of glasses or protective goggles and face masks.
The design also means the visor can be washed or wiped down easily for re-use if required. It is made from 100% recyclable material.
Macpac said initially 90,000 to 100,000 units can be produced a week, with an option to upscale if required.
Graham Kershaw, MD of Macpac said, “Manufactured using high clarity recycled PET material that is 100% recyclable offers a cost effective, quick to market option, helping fight Covid-19 and helping save lives. We are all trying to do our bit, and we are doing this as a strictly non-profit exercise.”
