Ford is Partnering up with 3M and GE Healthcare in effort to accelerate production of COVID-19 Protective equipment. Together they plan to expand and increase production of ventilators to help meet the high demand during this critical time to those affected, at high risk and to prevent the spread of the coronavirus.
Ford and 3M are manufacturing Powered Air-Purifying Respirators (PARPs) for first responders and healthcare workers. Ford is utilizing fans from their F-150’s cooled seats for airflow while 3M HEPA air filters are being utilized to filter airborne contaminants. A portable tool battery pack will power these respirators for up to 8 hours.
Ford and GE Healthcare are utilizing both their manufacturing sites to expand production on a simplified version of GE Healthcare’s existing ventilator design. These ventilators are designed to support patients with difficulty breathing due to COVID-19 or respiratory failure.
“Working with 3M and GE, we have empowered our teams of engineers and designers to be scrappy and creative to quickly help scale up production of this vital equipment,” Ford CEO Jim Hackett said in the company’s announcement. “We’ve been in regular dialogue with federal, state and local officials to understand the areas of greatest needs.”
In addition, Ford is also utilizing their in-house 3D printers to produce components used in personal protective equipment. With the cooperation of the United Auto Worker’s Union (UAW), Ford plans on assembling more than 100,000 plastic face shields per week to help medical professionals, factory workers and store clerks.
“This is such a critical time for America and the world. It is time for action and cooperation,” said Bill Ford, executive chairman at Ford Motor Co. “By coming together across multiple industries, we can make a real difference for people in need and for those on the front line of this crisis.”
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