The global COVID-19 crisis is placing unprecedented demands on government and healthcare organizations, driving a critical need for front line workers¡¯ access to personal protective equipment (PPE). Power management company Eaton is using its manufacturing, 3D printing expertise and partner network to fulfill a JobsOhio order for rapid production of 360,000 reusable face shields to strengthen the state¡¯s fight against the virus.
Eaton collaborated with multiple hospitals and Cleveland¡¯s Manufacturing Advocacy and Growth Network (MAGNET) to optimize the face shield design for production. Now, Eaton is working with Thogus, a local family-owned custom plastic injection molder, to rapidly produce the critical equipment at scale.
¡°By leveraging our advanced manufacturing capabilities and strong network of partners, we¡¯re helping Ohio quickly respond to current inventory challenges and maximize accessibility of critical PPE resources for front line teams combatting COVID-19,¡± said Michael Regelski, senior vice president and chief technology officer, electrical sector at Eaton.
Eaton¡¯s additive manufacturing capabilities are instrumental to fast-paced design incorporating customer feedback and the ability to easily scale production to meet the immediate needs of communities around the world.
