SWISS AIR PAPR with Control Panel Backpack and Half-Mask Respirator

The SWISS AIR powered air-purifying respirator is designed to provide respiratory protection for stone fabricators, masons, tile contractors, concrete polishers and other professionals working around dust, silica and fumes.

The system combines a reusable half-mask respirator with an ergonomic backpack and control panel. Its positive-pressure airflow supports breathing while allowing the user to move and maintain visibility during cutting, grinding and other fabrication tasks.

Typical Applications

• Countertop fabrication
• Granite fabrication
• Marble and stone masonry
• Tile installation
• Concrete polishing
• Cutting and grinding applications
• Work environments containing dust, silica or fumes

Advantages

• Powered air-purifying respirator system
• Positive-pressure airflow supports breathing
• Designed to help protect against dust, silica and fumes encountered during stone fabrication
• According to the manufacturer, the filtration system eliminates 99.8% of toxins
• Ergonomic backpack design supports comfortable movement
• Lightweight and quiet during use
• Designed to maintain visibility while cutting or grinding
• Reusable and washable half-mask system
• Helps reduce reliance on disposable paper masks
• High-performance battery provides up to 14 hours of operation
• Automatic altitude and temperature compensation

Specifications

• Product type: Powered air-purifying respirator
• Respirator style: Half mask
• Carrying system: Ergonomic backpack with control panel
• Filter classification: TH3-certified particle master filter
• Airflow: Steplessly adjustable from 100 to 130 L/min
• Battery runtime: Up to 14 hours
• Air system: Positive pressure
• Altitude compensation: Automatic
• Temperature compensation: Automatic
• Breathing support: Included
• Fit test: Not required according to the supplied product information
• Mask system: Reusable and washable

Operating and Comfort Features

• Adjustable airflow allows the user to select the preferred air volume
• Backpack design distributes the system’s weight across the user’s back
• Positive-pressure airflow provides a consistent air supply
• Half-mask configuration supports visibility during fabrication work
• Reusable system is designed for repeated professional use

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of respirator is the SWISS AIR system?

It is a powered air-purifying respirator with a reusable half mask, ergonomic backpack and control panel.

Who is this respirator designed for?

It is designed for countertop and granite fabricators, marble and stone masons, tile contractors, concrete polishers and other professionals exposed to dust, silica or fumes.

How long does the battery operate?

The listed high-performance battery runtime is up to 14 hours.

Can the airflow be adjusted?

Yes. The airflow can be adjusted continuously from 100 to 130 L/min.

Does the system compensate for changes in altitude and temperature?

Yes. It includes automatic altitude and temperature compensation.

Is the half mask reusable?

Yes. The half-mask system is reusable and washable.

Does this respirator require a fit test?

According to the supplied product information, a fit test is not required.

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