FACE PROTECTION ACCESSORY IN THE FORM OF A FLEXIBLE PROTECTIVE BEAK

Description

[0001] 1 The present invention relates to a face protection accessory.

[0002] This accessory, shaped like a large, flexible beak, protects the nose and mouth and acts as a filter between outside air and the air inside the beak. 2. Previous Art

[0003] Protective masks are available on the market today, but most don't allow enough airflow; they stick to the face and act like a gag. The limited airflow they provide causes discomfort and a feeling of suffocation.

[0004] This uncomfortable and restrictive lack of air creates a feeling of rejection among users.

[0005] A face protection accessory is known for example from document EP 1 990 071 A1.

[0006] 3. The device according to the invention makes it possible to overcome this drawback. The invention is defined in the claims.

[0007] Indeed, the flexible, protective spout, by its shape, offers a substantial volume of internal air, allowing for comfortable breathing.

[0008] 4. Its 3-layer microfiber fabric composition ensures high filtration of ambient air (pollen, dust mites, suspended bacteria). It also protects against droplets or other splashes.

[0009] Its shape provides broad facial protection extending from the top of the nose to the base of the neck. Its flexible material is very durable.

[0010] Thanks to its hand-washable texture with an express detergent and a little bleach added, this accessory is reusable and dries very quickly.

[0011] This allows for effective and easy disinfection. It can also be machine washed at 60°C. This heat-bonded spout should not be ironed.

[0012] 5 Besides its comfort, its use is hygienic, very simple and practical.

[0013] Indeed, since the fabric does not touch the nostrils and mouth, this avoids allergies and the moistening of the fabric walls by the mucous membranes.

[0014] Thus, it is bearable for longer than current protections.

[0015] 6. It is very easy to fasten with a knot using two elastic cords at the back of the neck. Its very quick drying time offers a practical saving.

[0016] It can be reused several times during the day while maintaining hygiene thanks to an effective, quick and very simple disinfectant wash.

[0017] 7 This accessory adapts to all sizes, all body shapes and all ages. It is suitable for both children and adults.

[0018] Its playful design in the shape of a bird's beak brings a touch of humor and poetry. The attached drawings illustrate the invention:

[0019] There figure 1 represents a diagram of this protection. The figure 2represents the use of the device positioned on a face.

[0020] 8. With reference to these drawings, the protective flexible beak includes: (1) Two isosceles triangles made of three-layer microfiber fabric, heat-bonded on the outer edges (2). Once heat-bonded, the assembly is turned inside out to obtain an invisible seam with hidden edges.

[0021] This fusible interfacing creates a strong, completely airtight seam and provides support for the beak. Ironing is not required on this fabric.

[0022] The base of this assembly is sewn with a very discreet internal hem (3). The two elastic cords (4) which allow the assembly to be attached are securely sewn inside the beak at both ends (5).

[0023] As a non-limiting example, the base of the beak (3) is 35 cm, its sides (2) are 25 cm and the elastic cords (4) are 19 cm long.

[0024] 9 These dimensions create the size of the beak. They form a large interior space with a large volume of air sufficient for breathing (6), hence the feeling of comfort.

[0025] Furthermore, this design ensures that the mouth does not come into contact with the fabric (7). Indeed, with the user's nostrils away from the walls of the mouthpiece (8), the fabric does not stick to the face when inhaling air.

[0026] Thus the mucous membranes are not in contact, resulting in a feeling of ease and a reduction in the risk of contact allergies.

[0027] 10 Thanks to this volume with the air reserve offered by this device and thanks to its strong filtering power, the protective flexible spout provides more comfort, more ease and hygiene.

[0028] 11 The user feels less oppressed, is less inclined to remove this protection. And above all, is more inclined to wear it.

Claims

1. Accessory in the form of a flexible protective beak for protecting the face of a user, characterized in that this accessory comprises: two isosceles triangles (1) made of fabric; two elastic cords (4), the two isosceles triangles being fusion-bonded along 2 equal exterior edges in order to obtain an assembly with a fully hermetic seam which forms the framework of the flexible protective beak (2), then the assembly is turned inside out in order to obtain an invisible seam with hidden edges (2), the accessory being dimensioned so that it provides protection of the face extending from the top of the nose to the bottom of the neck (6), and that because it is fastened by knotting the two elastic cords behind the neck (4), this accessory can be adapted to fit all sizes of face.

2. Accessory according to Claim 1, characterized in that its flexible protective beak shape which is obtained because of the isosceles triangles offers an interior air volume that allows for breathing (6).

3. Accessory according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the walls of the flexible protective beak are intended to be kept away from the mouth (8) and the nostrils (7) of the user so that the fabric does not cling to the face when air is inhaled by the user.

4. Accessory according to Claim 1, characterized in that the fabric has a composition in the form of layers of microfibre fabric (1) which is configured to provide a high level of filtration of the ambient air and prevent allergies.

5. Method for manufacturing a protective accessory in the form of a flexible protective beak according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the method involves fusion-bonding the two isosceles triangles along the 2 equal exterior edges in order to obtain a fully hermetic seam which forms the framework of the flexible protective beak (2), and then the fusion-bonded assembly is turned inside out in order to obtain an invisible seam with hidden edges (2).