When exposure to airborne pathogens is a concern, reliable respiratory protection is critical. ILC Dover's Infectious Disease Powered Air Purifying Respirators ( PAPRs) help protect healthcare workers, laboratory personnel, and emergency response teams operating in high-risk environments. Designed for extended wear, our PAPR systems combine advanced filtration, lightweight comfort, and intuitive operation to support safer, more productive work during outbreaks, routine patient care, laboratory procedures, and high-containment applications.
Which Infectious Disease PAPR Hood Meets Your Needs?
ILC Dover's infectious disease respiratory protection portfolio includes complete PAPR systems, protective hoods, head covers, filters, and accessories engineered to help safeguard workers from airborne biological hazards. Built around the proven Sentinel XL® platform, these solutions provide a continuous flow of filtered air that enhances respiratory protection while improving comfort compared to traditional tight-fitting respirators. Whether supporting frontline healthcare workers during pandemic response, laboratory professionals working with infectious materials, or specialized containment teams managing high-risk pathogens, our PAPR systems deliver dependable protection without compromising mobility, visibility, or productivity.
BioShield Full Hood
Supports healthcare workers in Ebola patient suites and other infectious disease use cases.
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Head Covers and Hoods
Supports healthcare workers during COVID-19 and other infectious disease applications.
Sentinel XL® Clear Hood
ILC Dover’s Sentinel XL® Clear Hood provides high level respiratory protection in a larger, more open feeling hood configuration.
This NIOSH-approved hood offers 100x the protection of N-95s, plus a wide range-of-view and spacious design that accommodates head, hearing, and eye protection.
Why Infectious Disease PAPRs from ILC Dover?
Superior Protection Against Airborne Biological Hazards
NIOSH-approved PAPR systems help reduce exposure to infectious agents while supporting worker safety in healthcare, laboratory, and containment environments.
Designed for Long-Term Wear
Lightweight blowers and ergonomic hood designs help reduce fatigue and improve comfort during extended shifts.
Multiple Hood Options for Different Applications
Choose from BioShield® Full Hoods, head covers, and other configurations to meet the needs of various infectious disease response scenarios.
Enhanced Visibility and Mobility
Positive airflow hood designs provide a clear field of vision and allow users to work comfortably while maintaining protection.
Easy-to-Use Respiratory Protection
Intuitive system components simplify training, donning, and operation, helping organizations improve PPE compliance and readiness.
Scalable for Emergency Preparedness
Trusted by healthcare organizations, emergency responders, and government agencies for infectious disease preparedness and response.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
A Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR) uses a battery-powered blower to draw air through filters and deliver purified air to the wearer. This continuous airflow helps provide respiratory protection while increasing comfort during extended use.