Manufacturing Today Issue 206 Issue 206 Nov 2022 | Page 66

In September of this year , C & A Tool had more cause for celebration face masks for its worldwide employees and the general public since the beginning of the pandemic .

64 quality . By using dedicated equipment , in dedicated rooms , for each metal printed , the company greatly reduces the chance of cross-contamination , while also allowing for faster delivery of parts . Added to that , the company ’ s clean room , turnkey production , and multiple in-house metrology labs help to deliver unmatched security and quality for aerospace and medical device manufacturing .
Covid contribution
It ’ s been a tumultuous few years for manufacturing . The sector not only had to grapple with the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic , but that in turn gave way to months of supply chain disruption and component shortages . Amid the difficulty , C & A Tool didn ’ t stand still .
Rather , in what is a clear statement of the company ’ s adaptability and resilience , C & A Tool made the decision to repurpose a portion of its factory in Auburn , Indiana , for the manufacture of disposable face masks . In doing so , it was supported by MinebeaMitsumi , which has been manufacturing

In September of this year , C & A Tool had more cause for celebration face masks for its worldwide employees and the general public since the beginning of the pandemic .

Each of C & A Tool ’ s masks is fabricated in an ISO Class 7 cleanroom using imported materials . The product itself features exceptionally soft , thin , nonwoven fabric , which draws away moisture and provides breathable comfort all day long , as well as a melt blown filter and 3-ply construction , designed to stop the spread of various air particles and droplets , and filter out dust , pollen , and other environmental irritants .