Powered Air-Purifying Respirators for Hire
Long shifts in a tight-fitting respirator can quickly become uncomfortable, especially where protection against particles, gases or vapours is required. A powered air-purifying respirator uses a battery-powered blower to draw in the surrounding air, filter it and deliver a continuous airflow to a compatible hood, helmet, face shield or mask. This reduces breathing resistance and improves wearing comfort during longer or more demanding tasks.
Hire packages can include the blower unit, a compatible headpiece, battery, charger, hose, filters and other accessories, depending on the package and application you choose. The right filter and headpiece depend on the hazardous substances involved, their concentration and the applicable operating limits, so it is worth checking these details before you hire.
How Does a Powered Air-Purifying Respirator Work?
A powered air-purifying respirator combines a battery-powered blower unit with a compatible headpiece. The blower continuously draws in the surrounding air, pushes it through a suitable filter and delivers the filtered air through a breathing hose to a mask, hood, helmet or face shield. The resulting positive pressure inside the headpiece helps keep unfiltered air out, while the powered airflow reduces breathing resistance compared with a conventional mask-and-filter combination.
Filters and Headpieces for Every Application
Not every task calls for the same configuration. Loose-fitting headpieces, such as hoods, helmets and visors, do not seal directly against the face, so no fit test is required and they remain a practical choice for wearers with beards or glasses. Tight-fitting headpieces, such as a compatible half or full-face mask, rely on a proper seal and offer an even higher level of protection, though they do require fit testing. The right combination and filter always depend on the hazardous substance, its concentration and the operating limits that apply to your task.
Powered Respirators for Harsh and Hazardous Environments
An intrinsically safe version of the blower unit is available for use in potentially explosive atmospheres, alongside standard units suited to general industrial and workshop environments. Only approved combinations of blower, headpiece, hose and filter may be used, so it is worth checking compatibility before you hire. Additional accessories, such as a welding visor, spare battery or extended charging options, allow the system to be adapted to welding work or longer shifts.
Hiring your powered air-purifying respirator from Dräger is a cost-effective alternative to buying, particularly for short-term needs or projects covering several assignments at once. You receive checked Dräger quality, stay flexible in how you plan your workforce, and only pay for the period you actually need the equipment, which makes hire especially practical for projects with fluctuating staff numbers or seasonal peaks. If you are unsure which configuration suits your application, our product advisors are happy to help you choose. For situations demanding an even higher level of protection, take a look at our Full-Face Respirator Masks or browse the full Respiratory Protection range.
