In collaboration with PPE Connect PGH and its coalition of local universities and manufacturers, RE2 Robotics has begun fabricating face shields for small- and medium-sized clinics.

PPE Connect PGH is helping healthcare workers on the front line in the fight against COVID-19 locate sources of existing idle Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). 

Using its 3D-printing capabilities, RE2 is fabricating parts for face shields that are being collected and distributed by PPE Connect PGH. Smaller health care entities such as community clinics, nursing homes, and independent facilities in the Pittsburgh region can get the face shields and all of the PPE donations for free. 

“RE2 learned about this opportunity to utilize our 3D printing and fabrication capabilities to serve the healthcare workers within our city from Innovation Works. I reached out to IW to determine how RE2 could help and they introduced me to the incredible team at PPE Connect PGH,” explains Jorgen Pedersen, president and CEO of RE2 Robotics.

“We currently have five 3D printers running around the clock to create parts for face shields. I am grateful that we can use our equipment and skills to give back to our city’s healthcare workers and our community.”

In the first two weeks, PPE Connect PGH has been able to collect and distribute almost 400 N95 respirators, which were all donated by individuals within the Pittsburgh region.