The Certifications and Tests
U-Mask 2.1 is a true technological revolution.
U-Mask Model 2.1 possesses all the requisites required by the EN14683 standard which regulates - by acknowledging European standards - the manufacturing, design, performance and test method requirements for face masks for medical use.
U-Mask is not PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
Mandatory Tests
Following the UNI EN14683:2019 norm
U-Mask Model 2.1 has passed all mandatory tests, such as:
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The bacterial filtration efficiency test (BFE) from the inside out (see below)
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The breathability or transpiration test
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The resistance to liquids test
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The microbial cleanliness test
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The biological or biocompatibility assessment.
Optional Tests
U-Mask Model 2.1 was subjected to further voluntary tests, such as:
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The bacterial filtration efficiency test (BFE) from the outside to the inside (see below)
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A microscopic investigation
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The PFE test (Particle Filtration Effectiveness)
Latest BFE Test
BFE Test (internal to external) - lot 10
BFE - Bacterial Filtration Efficiency test - which measures the filtration capacity of tissues compared to the bacteria tested. BFE tests are carried out on each new production batch and updated regularly.
FEBRUARY 2021
BFE Test (external to internal) - lot 10
BFE - Bacterial Filtration Efficiency test - which measures the filtration capacity of tissues compared to the bacteria tested. BFE tests are carried out on each new production batch and updated regularly.
FEBRUARY 2021
