German manufacturer of certified FFP2 and surgical masks with production site in Lower Bavaria
SWS-Medicare GmbH
Essenbach (Altheim), GermanyNew on Amplifa
About SWS-Medicare
SWS-Medicare GmbH is a German mask producer with its production site and company headquarters in Altheim/Essenbach in Lower Bavaria. The company was founded as a result of the Corona pandemic in order to secure the mask supply in Germany and to provide masks of the highest quality for domestic and international demand. The company manufactures FFP2 respirator masks (FFP2 NR D) according to EN 149:2001+A1:2009 as well as Type IIR mouth-nose protection masks, and also children's masks. The product range also includes a reusable FFP2 carrier system with replaceable filter elements as well as medical accessories such as nitrile, vinyl and latex gloves, disinfectants and antigen rapid tests. Great importance is attached to a materials selection tested according to the guidelines, which is manufactured within Germany. The FFP2 half masks are DEKRA and CE certified and are production-monitored by TÜV Rheinland. Using an FFP2 mask configurator, shape, color, straps, filters and logo printing can be individually customized; sales are handled through the company's own online shop.
- Site
- Essenbach (Altheim)
- Processes
- Manufacture of FFP2 masks (FFP2 NR D) and Type IIR mouth-nose protection masks, Individual mask configuration (FFP2 mask configurator: shape, color, straps, filters, logo printing), Online shop / mail order
- Materials
- Nitrile (MED-HAND, >95.6%), Vinyl, Latex, Silver ion nonwoven, Filter nonwoven fabric, Silver ion nonwoven / filter nonwoven fabric, Meltblown nonwoven fabric / Nasal Foam, Nitrile (nitrile rubber)
- Certificates
- CE, FFP2 NR D according to EN 149:2001+A1:2009, CE marking (DEKRA), Production monitoring TÜV Rheinland
- Industries
- Medical devices, Personal protective equipment, Health protection / occupational safety
- 01
Material selection (manufactured in Germany)
- 02
Mask production
- 03
Quality inspection/certification
- 04
Distribution via online shop and mail order
Materials & Processes
Silver ion nonwoven / filter nonwoven fabric
Four layers of dense filter materials with fibers according to Öko-Tex Standard 100 for the FFP2 half mask with replaceable filter elements.
Meltblown nonwoven fabric / Nasal Foam
Filter and comfort materials for FFP2 and Type IIR mouth-nose protection masks.
Nitrile (nitrile rubber)
Latex-free, powder-free protective glove with high tear strength, approved for food contact according to EN 374.
Vinyl
Material for powder-free examination gloves.
Latex
Material for powder-free examination gloves in white/black.
Locations
Essenbach (Altheim)
DEProduction site / company headquarters
- Materials
- Nonwoven fabric, meltblown, nitrile, vinyl, latex
Products
Inside the production
Industries
Processes & technical limits
| Processes | Tolerance | Max. part | Weight | Lot size | Materials |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacture of FFP2 masks (FFP2 NR D) and Type IIR mouth-nose protection masksMedical technology/Textiles | – | – | – | – | Nonwoven fabric, Meltblown nonwoven fabric, Nasal Foam |
Additional services
Quality & Certification
The FFP2 half masks are DEKRA and CE certified according to EN 149:2001+A1:2009 with a filter performance of over 99%. Production is monitored by TÜV Rheinland.
| Evidence | Essenbach (Altheim) |
|---|---|
| CE marking (DEKRA) | |
| FFP2 NR D according to EN 149:2001+A1:2009 | |
| Production monitoring TÜV Rheinland |
History
- 2020/2021
Company founded due to the Corona pandemic in order to secure the mask supply in Germany