Double masking doubles protection against Covid-19 virus
The entire nation is undergoing an unprecedented pandemic situation of COVID-19. Oxygen therapy is recommended for severe illnesses caused by Coronavirus. There is a massive short supply of medical-grade oxygen across the country.
To meet the oxygen demand and minimize the supply chain problem of transportation and storage risks related to oxygen cylinders, CSIR-CMERI has developed 'Oxygen Enrichment' technology which has been transferred virtually to Apollo Computing Laboratories, Kushaiguda, Hyderabad.
On this occasion, Prof. (Dr.) Harish Hirani, Director, CSIR-CMERI said that the unit requires easily available oil-free reciprocating compressor, Oxygen grade zeolite sieves and pneumatic components.