March 26, 2020

Car company ‘Ford’ is working with 3M and GE to make respirators and ventilators

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Car manufacturer ‘Ford’ has announced that it will be working with 3M and GE Healthcare to create ventilators and respirators to help address shortages in the Covid-19 pandemic.

Ford stated that they are creating a new type of Powered Air-Purifying Respirator.

The device will be made by using parts from Ford and 3M, these parts include fans used in the Ford F-150’s optional ventilated seats.

-Sam Fitzsimons

Car company ‘Ford’ is working with 3M and GE to make respirators and ventilators

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