One of the first face coverings recognized on the CDC site for conforming to the ASTM F3502-21 standard, Aries is one of 2 masks that meet Level 2 requirements for both filtration and breathability. As one of only 2 manufactured in the USA, users can trust that they are getting one of the best masks on the market.
Aries believes that wearing a mask should not be an unpleasant experience. What good is a high filtration mask if you are constantly removing or adjusting it throughout the day just to breathe? And what good is a comfortable mask if it doesn’t protect?
“As the world faces a critical shortage of personal protective equipment (PPE) for medical workers confronting the COVID-19 pandemic, a long-standing partnership between NatureWorks and the Nonwovens Institute (NWI) at North Carolina State University (NC State) has resulted in a new spunbond nonwoven technology that will enable faster production of highly breathable, reusable surgical masks and respirators.” – Fiber Journal
THE ARIES 40-HOUR MASK
Aries Masks have been tested by independent 3rd-party labs and meet the highest levels of performance for the newly released non-medical ASTM F3502 Standard.
HIGH FILTRATION TO MAXIMIZE PROTECTION
The CDC cites masks as one of the most effective tools to protect one from viral threats. However, not all masks are created equal. When choosing the best mask for your workplace, companies must consider how well the masks protect employees from the environment.
Sub-micron particulate filtration efficiency: Effectiveness of mask for capturing small particles from wearer; larger percentages indicate higher performance. Aries delivers ASTM F3502 Level 2 High Performance.
BREATHABILITY AND COMFORT THROUGHOUT THE DAY
For users, breathability and comfort is a critical feature. After all, what good is wearing a mask if you can’t breathe and wear it properly. For most masks, as filtration increases, breathability and comfort decreases. This is where our engineered fabric offers a significant breathability advantage to help users stay in compliance while offering a high level of respiratory protection. Our unique fabric offers both high filtration and low breathing resistance.
Breathability (Air-flow resistance): Indicative of ease of breathing while wearing a mask; lower resistances indicate more breathable products. Aries delivers ASTM F3503 Level 2 High Performance.
Key benefits
- Meets ASTM F3502 Level 2 standards for particulate filtration and breathability*
- Protects the wearer from harmful particles while approaching the material breathability performance of traditional medical masks
- Using the highest grade, American sourced materials, Aries products are manufactured using state of the art machinery
- Combines maximum filtration performance with low breathing resistance
- Soft, hypoallergenic material repels moisture and delivers comfort throughout the day
- Durable material can be worn up to 5 times or 40 hours, significantly reducing waste compared to single use masks
- Adjustable nose wire provides a custom and secure seal
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