Alpha Pro Tech Ltd. leading technology respirator mask gets NIOSH approval as effective medical protection

Business Wire, June 3, 1996

SALT LAKE CITY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 3, 1996--Alpha Pro Tech Ltd. (OTC:APTD) announced that it has received approval from the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health, OSHA's testing arm, for its N-95 disposable particulate respirator face mask as effective protection against tuberculosis and other airborne pathogens for the medical, dental and industrial markets - a combined market of over $25 million annually.

The new design incorporates Alpha Pro Tech's Magic Arch, which provides a breathing chamber, and its Positive Facial Lock, which provides a custom fit to face, in the first self-contained respirator system designed for the medical, dental, production and work safety markets. The company expects to do combined sales in the first 12 months of approximately $1 million.

Alpha Pro Tech is a leading innovator and manufacturer in the fast growing disposable protective apparel industry. The company's extensive product lines are designed for use in the medical, cleanroom environment and food service markets.

CONTACT: Alpha Pro Tech Ltd., Salt Lake City

Al Millar, 905/479-0654

or

KCSA Public Relations, New York

Joseph A. Mansi/Paul Holm, 212/682-6300 ext. 205/201