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Federal university produces protective visors to donate to hospitals

The Federal Institute of Pará (IFPA) is producing 3D printing prototypical protective visors to donate to hospitals in the northern city of Belém. The move aims at reducing shortages of personal protective equipment in healthcare units. It reportedly takes up to 60 minutes to print each piece of equipment.

Brenno Grillo

Brenno has worked as a journalist since 2012, specializing in coverage related to law and the justice system. He has worked for O Estado de S. Paulo, Portal Brasil, ConJur, and has experience in political campaigns.

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