What is a CPE Gown?

When a CPE gown is mentioned, what comes to mind is operation rooms or something medical. But these gowns have also gained popularity during the COVID-19 pandemic. It has been used as an isolation gown and a prevention gown. Let us introduce CPE Gown for you in detail.

CPE Gowns, also known as disposable gowns, are an isolation gown made up of CPE fabric (chlorinated polyethylene). The chlorinated polyethylene is a material that these gowns are widely used as a protection against infections. Usually the weight of CPE Gown is between 30-70g/pc, and the commonly used color is blue or white, which is suitable for many occasions.

What is the material of the CPE Gown?

The CPE Gowns are made up of CPE film whose materials are the LDPE, LLDPE, and the MLLDPE. The content is thick enough to cover the body and firm enough due to the seam seals. These gowns are made in different thicknesses and dimensions, which ensures that the dress is fit for serving its various purposes. The CPE film is also light enough but also thick enough to act as an effective barrier.

The Features of the CPE Gown:

1. The gowns provide an effective microbial barrier.

2. The Waterproof.

3. Blood repellant.

4. The gowns are disposable.

5. They are breathable due to the polypropylene material.

Types of CPE Gowns:

•   Disposable Thumb Loop CPE Gowns.

•   Disposable Elastic Cuffs CPE Gowns.

•   Disposable Knitted Cuffs CPE Gowns.

The Applications of CPE Gowns:

1. Isolation, mainly for Hospitals, Nursing care and Veterinary clinics

CPE gowns have been used in virus isolation centers, hospitals, nursing care and veterinary clinics. This has been applied to prevent the spread of the viruses between patients and doctors or anyone who interacts with them.

In hospitals, the gowns are used as protection between the doctor and the patient, These gowns are blood repellent which makes them efficient.

At the same time, The gowns can be used to prevent any spread of bacteria between nurses and patients. The dresses also ensure sanitation in the nursing care units.

The same goes for veterinary clinics.

2. As a waterproof apron

This is mainly in restaurant kitchens and food factories. The gown is waterproof. For this reason, any spillage in the kitchen prevents the water from spilling on the cooks or those involved. And the CPE gowns also can prevent bacterial infections and to spread them in the food factories.

3. Pharmaceuticals

These gowns help pharmacists maintain proper sanitation in the working area.

About the folding method of CPE Gown: