Last week, Kitsbow, a premium bike apparel brand based in Old Fort, North Carolina, decided to pivot its apparel production to make face shields for first responders as well as reusable face masks. Ordering info at the bottom of the page!
Kitsbow founder, Zander Nosler, is a Stanford University graduate and remains well-connected with the Stanford Design School alumni, which shared a design of a face shield from the University of Wisconsin-Madison Makerspace. An initial design was created by Kitsbow last Thursday. After collecting feedback and design tweaks from local first responders, Kitsbow kicked mask production into high gear, with its first shipment going out today.
The first shields are going to Asheville-based Buncombe County Emergency Management, and Burke County Emergency Management and the first masks are going to a medical clinic in Salem, Oregon, that is cleaning disposable masks to reuse them.
Kitsbow is currently selling the masks at-cost to local first responders and medical staff but plans to distribute internationally as they make more. Using raw materials on-hand, Kitsbow will continue making the masks and shields as long as they are needed. This also allows Kitsbow to keep its employees paid and working, unlike so many businesses throughout the country.
Kitsbow’s primary focus remains the health of its staff, families, and community.
Face Mask, Reusable, HEPA Type
Sold Out Currently, but go to their website to get PUT ME IN THE QUEUE
If you are interested in placing an order, please contact info@kitsbow.com. Our team will work directly with you for order requests and invoicing.
Order Disclaimer: Kitsbow will ship disposable face shields in boxes with 40 units. Order quantities must be in increments of 40 units. Kitsbow recommends that you do not buy this face mask if you can get an approved N95 mask, this is only an alternative. Please read the Terms & Conditions.
The product is available in S, M, and L/XL size variants.
This face mask is designed to be washed between uses and includes HEPA filter material in a sleeve inside the mask. It should be stored between uses in an airtight bag (for at least 24 hours) and before washing. A flexible nose piece can be adjusted for a better fit across the bridge of the user’s nose.
The fabric is a special blend of cotton and synthetic fibers that wicks moisture and minimizes stink. The design and shape of the mask is the result of a collaboration with medical professionals to meet the immediate needs of our national emergency. This is not an approved medical device and is not certified or otherwise approved for any specific use. But we can attest that it is better than improvising with a bandana.
Face Shield, Disposable
Sold Out Currently, but go to their website to PUT ME IN THE QUEUE
If you are interested in placing an order, please contact info@kitsbow.com. Our team will work directly with you for order requests and invoicing.
Order Disclaimer: Kitsbow will ship disposable face shields in boxes with 40 units. Order quantities must be in increments of 40 units.
This face shield is intended for single-use and is to protect the user’s face and eyes. Polyurethane curves around the face, and elastic keeps the shield on the user’s head.
The product is available in S/M and L/XL size variants.
It is a simple design, based on a concept developed by a group at the University of Wisconsin-Madison Makerspace and shared within the Stanford Design School alumni, part of the Kitsbow network.
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