Respiratory Protection
Respiratory safety solutions for your toughest workplace challenges - whether it’s a disposable, reusable or powered option that suits you best. Helping to provide you with protection and comfort for a range of applications and conditions. We are a pioneer in the development and manufacture of quality respiratory products and services.
Sparks aren't the only dangers welders face.
Invisible to the naked eye, welding fumes may be the most dangerous of all. Learn more about Manganese and Hexavalent Chromium.
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AsbestosAsbestos
Some forms of carcinogens may surprise you. Even naturally occurring fibres create risk of cancer.
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Silica
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Mould
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Manganese/Hexavalent ChromiumManganese/Hexavalent Chromium
Sparks aren't the only dangers welders face. Smaller than the naked eye, welding fumes may be the most dangerous of all.
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Manganese/Hexavalent Chromium
Sparks aren't the only dangers welders face. Smaller than the naked eye, welding fumes may be the most dangerous of all.
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Asbestos
Some forms of carcinogens may surprise you. Even naturally occurring fibres create risk of cancer.
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Manganese/Hexavalent Chromium
Sparks aren't the only dangers welders face. Smaller than the naked eye, welding fumes may be the most dangerous of all.
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History of 3M Respiratory Solutions
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1972Dec 1, 19013M launches first NIOSH-approved filtering facepiece respirator.
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1977Dec 1, 19013M offers the first reusable "Maintenance-Free" Half Facepiece Respirator.
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1987Dec 1, 19013M manufactures a "sweptback" designed cartridge for its 5000 Series Facepiece for better peripheral vision and weight distribution.
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1989Dec 1, 19013M designs and develops the "bayonet-style" cartridge connection.
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1991Dec 1, 19013M develops and incorporates a new integrated filter technology in its 4000 Series Facepiece, creating a lighter weight respirator.
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1992Dec 1, 19013M develops the first disc filters with loaded Web-filter media - the first nonwoven, nonfiberglass filters.
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1993Dec 1, 19013M launches the GVP that allows the wearer to choose from a wide selection of filters and cartridges.
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1996Dec 1, 19013M launches its 6000 Series Full Facepiece Respirator offering best-in-class field of view and lightweight characteristics.
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2002Dec 1, 19013M develops the first rectangular filter with unique seal-check capabilities.
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2002Dec 1, 19013M introduces the Cool Flow™ Valve for reduced heat and moisture in the 7500 Half Facepiece Respirator.
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2007Dec 1, 19013M develops the first HF P100 nuisance OV filter. Offers lowest breathing resistance on the market.
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2009Dec 1, 19013M develops easier breathing, longer lasting 2000 Series disc filters.
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2010Dec 1, 19013M develops first Full Facepiece Respirator with Scotchgard™ Coating, over molded gaskets, and a comfort head cradle.
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2011Dec 1, 19013M introduces the Versaflo™ TR-300 a Powered Air Purifying and Supplied Air Respirator System.
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2013Dec 1, 19013M introduces the 6500 Half Facepiece Respirator, our lightest silicone half facepiece available in a quick latch option.
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2014Dec 1, 19013M introduces the evolutionary Versaflo™ TR-600 Powered Air Purifying Respirator reaching new heights of performance with a lithium-ion battery.
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2015Dec 1, 19013M introduces Organic Vapour Service Life Indicator Cartridges 6000i Series to help users determine when to change cartridges.
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