Future-Proof Your OR
CAPR® SHS
Advanced 3-in-1 Surgical Helmet System Redefines Protection for Patients, Surgeons, and Staff
The MAXAIR® CAPR® Surgical Helmet System represents the future of surgical safety as it delivers advanced protection, unmatched comfort, and peak performance.
The most significant breakthrough in OR PPE since Steri-Shield’s debut in 1990,
CAPR® SHS redefines surgical safety and effectiveness.
The New Standard in OR Safety:
Advancing Patient Outcomes, Staff Well-Being, and Operational Efficiency
Surgical teams have had to rely on outdated and cumbersome PPE for too long.
CAPR® SHS enhances every aspect of OR functionality—
elevating patient and staff protection, ensuring all-day comfort, and optimizing efficiency and cost-effectiveness

Superior Visibility & Comfort
- Wide Field of View – Unobstructed visibility of the entire surgical field
- Lightweight & Balanced – Maintains natural feel of unrestricted movement – even during extended procedures
- Cool & Compact Design – Ample headroom and Non-claustrophobic but great for working in close proximity

Optimized Performance & Protection
- Effortless Breathing – Adjustable airow for customizable cooling
- Quiet Operation – Enhances communication in the OR
- High Airborne Particulate Filtration Protection, regardless; never a need for masks or mask respirators.
- High-Definition Non-Glare Light – Large pattern with two precise illumination settings - Light is optional for each Helmet
- Optional 2X Peel-Away Lens – Reduces risk while saving time

Advanced Safety Features
- Sterile Hood with reduced CO2 buildup – Sealed breathing area for consistent clean air
- Secure Hood-to-Helmet Attachment – Quick, reliable, and stays in place
- Level 4 Fluid Barrier – ANSI/AAMI PB70:2022 highest-rated fluid protection

Cost Efficiency & Effectiveness
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3-in-1 System: CAPR SHS replaces need for an SHS, N95, and a PAPR
- Greater protection and comfort vs SHS
- No fit testing, higher protection and no side effects vs N95
- Meets or exceeds performance of other PAPRs with more comfort and mobility
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Options As Needed:
- Surgical Helmet Light – optional for any CAPR SHS Helmet
- 10-19 Hour Runtime; lightweight @ 0.5 oz.
- Uniform spot pattern; No Glare
- 2-Layer, Peel-Away Lens
- Fast and easy one-handed removal of layers
- Easy to don; optional for any Hood, as needed

FDA 510(K) with NIOSH1 Protection
- 99.99% Incoming Filtration – Blocks airborne particulates, viruses, and contaminants
- 96% OPR2 : Source Control Filtration – Patient and surrounding personnel protection
- APF 1000 (Assigned Protection Factor) – Highest OSHA rating for loose-fitting PAPRs
- No N95, No Fit-Testing Required – Eliminates logistical complexity and costs
- Universal Fit – No need for backup PAPRs for those who fail fit testing
1. NOSH certified and approved under 42 CFR part 84
2. Measurement of Outward particulate reduction Technical bulletin P/N 04123045
CAPR® SHS Configuration Options

Sterile PRS Hood

Helmet Light

Peel Away Lens
CAPR® SHS Configuration Options



NOTE: Use of the Helmet Light and Peel-Away Lens negates the NIOSH approval of the PRS configuration. Our internal engineering test data on file demonstrates use of either or both has no impact on any performance and safety criteria in any testing used for NIOSH approval.
NIOSH submission for approval of both is planned for 2025.
KEY PARAMETERS | SHS | CAPR® SHS |
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3-in-1: Meets or Exceeds Performance of Three Conventional Systems - SHS, N95, PAPR | No | Yes |
Patient Source Control Protection | ? | >96%1 |
Staff Fluid Barrier Protection | Level 4 | Level 4 |
Staff Airbrone Particulate Protection | Low | High |
CO₂ Recirculation | Med | Low² |
Respiratory Filtration Efficiency | ? | 99.99% |
OSHA Assigned Protection Factor (APF) | ? | 1000 |
Additional Adverse Side Effects (Dizziness, Headache, Cardiovascular, etc.) |
Med | Low |
Fit Testing Required | N/A | No |
Maneuverability (No Hose or External Blower Unit) |
High | High |
One Size Fits All | Yes | Yes |
Communication Accuracy | >Med | High³ |
Safety LED Heads Up Display | >No | Yes |
FDA Cleared | Yes | Yes |
NIOSH Approved | No | Yes⁴ |
Overall Cost-Per-Surgery | Highest | Low |