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Getting Ready For The Fall: The Best Masks For Chimney Sweep Respiratory Protection

Sep 28, 2022
Getting Ready For The Fall: The Best Masks For Chimney Sweep Respiratory Protection

Respiratory hazards and late onset of respiratory related cancers are the number one dangers for chimney sweeps as soot and smoke inhalation can cause respiratory distress, illness, infection, and death. Physical contact with these substances will also trigger a plethora of skin or eye infections. 

With this knowledge, a chimney sweep will want to protect themselves from all hazardous airborne contaminants. It is important at all chimney sweeps and chimney companies take the time to understand what respirator is best for their specific application. Here are the top respirators for Chimney Sweeps.

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What To Use To Clean A Respirator

Aug 05, 2021
What To Use To Clean A Respirator

A respirator is often used daily to protect the user from any harmful particulates or chemicals while on the job. This means that the mask is coming into contact with a lot of dirt and various matter on a regular basis while also coming into contact with your skin.

Unfortunately, many cleaning/sanitization products can cause damage to your respirator; whether it dries out the visor and causes cracking or creates a film over the filter itself preventing adequate filtration. It’s important to know what products are appropriate for use when cleaning your investment. Here is our breakdown.

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The Trend Respirator Vs The Powercap Active: Which Respirator Is Better?

Jul 15, 2021
The Trend Respirator Vs The Powercap Active: Which Respirator Is Better?
When it comes to powered head mounted respirators, there are two on the market that are the most popular: The Trend Air Circulating Airshield Pro, a respirator that has been around for over 15 years, and The Powercap Active IP PAPR, the lightest head mounted respirator in the world.

But what is the difference between these two and which one is the better buy?

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