Sri Lankan apparel manufacturing giant and a leader in sustainability Hirdaramani Group has launched smart mask – BreathTech-S³.
The mask is termed as the world’s first sustainably designed smart face mask with respiration sensor technology which is developed in partnership with the Sri Lanka Institute of Nanotechnology (SLINTEC) and CirQ Technologies.
BreathTech-S³ is manufactured using a combination of sustainably sourced, natural & biodegradable materials and features an advanced graphene-based sensor (patent pending) that measures breathing rate, mask fit, CO2 build-up, and mask usage, all of which are accessible via a secure mobile app.
According to Hirdaramani Group, the increasing concerns over the environmental issues caused by disposable face masks have paved way for more sustainable approach of both the industry and the consumers.
“BreathTech-S³ provides consumers a sustainable choice that also ensures their safety,” said Hirdaramani in its LinkedIn post.
Furthermore, the graphene used to make the mask is locally sourced. “It is the highest value-addition you can give to Sri Lankan graphite,” commented Dr. De Silva, Head of Technology Transfer, SLINTEC.
