More Than Product Supply: Complete Respiratory Protection Solutions
Selecting the right powered air-purifying respirator (PAPR) system depends on a variety of factors, including the type of hazardous substances, duration of use, working environment, user comfort, and regulatory requirements. That is why PM Atemschutz offers more than individual products – we provide comprehensive consultation and support to help you identify the most suitable respiratory protection solution for your specific application.
As a specialized partner for respiratory protection, we have been supporting companies for more than 30 years. From initial hazard assessments and practical field testing to training, maintenance, and long-term service, we work closely with our customers to develop effective and sustainable protection strategies. Our goal is not to sell a single product, but to create a safe, compliant, and cost-effective respiratory protection concept.
- Manufacturer-independent expert consultation
- Support in selecting the most suitable respiratory protection systems
- Practical field testing with end users
- Long-term support from experienced respiratory protection specialists
- Training and user instruction programs
- Maintenance, repair, and spare parts services provided by our in-house service workshop
- Rental solutions for respiratory protection systems
Our Powered Respiratory Protection Portfolio
We offer a wide range of components and system solutions to meet different applications, hazards, and workplace requirements. Explore the category that best fits your needs or contact our respiratory protection specialists for expert advice and personalized recommendations.
Further manufacturers available upon request.
Powered Respiratory Protection for a Wide Range of Industries
We support customers across a wide range of industrial sectors. Thanks to our specialized expertise in respiratory protection, we understand the unique challenges, regulatory requirements, and application-specific needs of many industries and work environments.
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Chemical Industry
Protection against hazardous substances, gases, and vapors. -
Metalworking & Welding
Protection against fumes, sparks, fine dust, and aerosols. -
Construction & Remediation
Safe working solutions for dust-intensive environments and hazardous material remediation. -
Waste Management & Recycling
Protection for work involving unknown or changing hazardous substances.
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Pharmaceutical Industry & Laboratory Environments
Reliable respiratory protection solutions for manufacturing and laboratory applications. -
Asbestos Removal & Environmental Remediation
Protection against hazardous fibers, dusts, and contaminated materials. -
Maintenance & Turnaround Services
Respiratory protection for maintenance, shutdown, and repair operations. -
Fire & Disaster Response
Respiratory protection systems for emergency response, rescue, and decontamination operations.
What Is Powered Respiratory Protection?
Powered respiratory protection belongs to the category of air-filtering respiratory protective devices. A battery-powered blower unit draws in contaminated ambient air and passes it through appropriate particulate, gas, or combination filters.
The purified air is then delivered through a breathing hose to the respiratory interface, such as a hood, helmet, visor, or mask. The continuous airflow creates a slight positive pressure inside the respiratory interface, reducing breathing resistance and helping to prevent contaminants from entering the breathing zone.
Air-filtering respiratory protection devices depend on the surrounding atmosphere and may only be used under specific conditions. Among other requirements, a sufficient oxygen concentration must be present (minimum 17%).
In addition, the environmental conditions must be known, and the hazardous substances must be suitable for filtration by the selected filter type. Warning properties such as odor or taste must also be detectable where required by applicable regulations.
Air-filtering respiratory protection must not be used in environments where contaminant concentrations pose an immediate danger to life or health (IDLH) or where oxygen levels are insufficient.
Comprehensive Support for Your Respiratory Protection Program
Purchasing a respiratory protection system is only the beginning. Proper selection, correct use, maintenance, servicing, and regular training are all essential to ensuring effective protection. This is where PM Atemschutz supports its customers with a comprehensive range of professional services.