Operational Implications of Initial Xcaper
Filter Acrolein Test Results
The Xcaper Professional and Civilian filters have demonstrated
that they provide full protection against 1 ppm of Acrolein
in initial testing. In a four hour test against 1 ppm of Acrolein
gas, the professional filter absorbed 100% of the Acrolein
for the full four hours. During the test, the filter was directly
massaged once per minute (simulating manipulation by the wearer).
When directly massaged once per minute, the Civilian filter
also absorbed 100% of Acrolein in two separate 30 minute tests.
This data indicates that the Xcaper Professional filter, already
in use by firefighters fighting brush and forest fires, provides
more than protection against smoke alone. It also provides
full protection against the most prevalent toxic gas found
in these situations.
Additionally, the Civilian filter performance indicates that
it provides important protection against Acrolein inhalation
when worn by families seeking to escape housing areas engulfed
by smoke from wildfires.
James D. Lee, P.E.
President
WMD Preparedness Services, Inc.
