Manila Bulletin
DOST looking for more sewers of reusable face masks
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is seeking additional partners to increase the production of its reusable "REwear" face masks for donation to front-liners.
Currently, the DOST can produce 10,000 REwear masks weekly, with most of its current production partners located in Taytay, Rizal, and Cavite.
The agency aims to boost its weekly production to 50,000 masks by the end of June, with an initial goal of producing 500,000 reusable masks.
These REwear masks will be distributed to healthcare workers and individuals manning checkpoints.
Most of the materials used for the masks are donations from various companies.
The DOST-Philippine Textile Research Institute (PTRI) processes donated fabrics by removing any existing resin to ensure better absorption of new finishes.
REwear face masks are treated to be water-repellent, helping to prevent the penetration of droplets from coughs and sneezes that may carry the virus.
The REwear masks have undergone durability testing and can be washed up to 50 times.
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