Powered Air Purifying Respirator

Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR)

A Positive pressure respirator is a type of personal protective equipment designed to provide clean air to the user, ensuring they remain protected from harmful airborne contaminants like mould. Unlike standard respirators, positive pressure models create a constant flow of air into the facepiece. There are options of PAPR'S that can filter particulates only and options that can filter particulates, chemicals and gases.

  • Options for particulates for example are the 3M Versaflo TR-300 and Sundstrom SR700
  • Options for particulates, chemicals and gases for example are the Sundstrom SR500