Nankai University Implements Mask Filtration Efficiency Testing System

Project Background

Nankai University (NKU), directly administered by the Ministry of Education of China, is a top-tier comprehensive university included in the national “985 Project” and “211 Project,” and recognized as a Double First-Class University. NKU is also part of major national initiatives, including the 2011 Plan, 111 Plan, and Everest Plan, demonstrating strong research capabilities across science, engineering, medicine, humanities, and law.

The School of Medicine at NKU is equipped with integrated teaching laboratories, modern multimedia classrooms, and a medical experimental teaching center with over a thousand instruments. A dedicated animal center further supports advanced research, creating a robust environment for innovative medical studies.

Collaboration Overview

To strengthen its research capabilities in high-efficiency protective materials, the School of Medicine recently acquired our Mask Automatic Filtration Efficiency Tester. The instrument is designed for the research and development of new high-performance mask materials, accurately evaluating filtration efficiency, breathability, and other key protective performance indicators.

With increasing concerns about air pollution and public health, universities are actively enhancing research in respiratory protection technologies. This collaboration significantly improves NKU’s ability to innovate in mask filtration materials, supporting both academic research and public health initiatives.

Instrument Functions and Applications

Instrument: Mask Automatic Filtration Efficiency Tester

Primary Functions:

Measure particulate filtration efficiency (PFE) of masks and filter materials

Evaluate breathing resistance and airflow characteristics

Test daily protective masks, medical masks, and protective clothing materials

Provide performance data to guide new product development

Applicable Units:

Medical device testing centers

Occupational safety and protective equipment inspection centers

Pharmaceutical and healthcare research laboratories

Disease prevention and control centers, hospitals

Mask and respirator manufacturers

Relevant Standards:

GB 32610-2016: Technical specification for daily protective masks

GB 2626-2006: Respiratory protective equipment – Self-priming filtering respirators

GB 19082-2009: Technical requirements for disposable medical protective clothing

GB 19083-2010: Technical requirements for medical protective masks

YY 0469-2011: Medical surgical masks

Impact and Benefits

Since implementation, the filtration efficiency tester has enabled NKU to:

Enhance R&D efficiency: Rapidly and accurately measure filtration efficiency and breathability of new mask materials

Drive scientific innovation: Support the development of high-performance medical and public protective masks

Ensure regulatory compliance: Verify that research materials meet national standards for respiratory protection

Strengthen emergency response capability: Quickly conduct material testing in response to environmental and public health challenges

Collaboration Value

This partnership not only strengthens NKU School of Medicine’s research infrastructure but also fosters academic-industry collaboration in respiratory protection technology. By integrating advanced testing instruments with the university’s research expertise, the project accelerates the development of next-generation protective materials, supporting both public health safety and academic excellence.