COVID-19 around the world is being monitored closely.“Through COVID, we have ramped up our production to unprecedented levels,” David Welsh, president and CEO of PRI·MED Medical Products, said.Welsh said the company, which started in Edmonton 25 years ago, initially sourced personal protective equipment (PPE), but years ago transitioned to design and manufacturing.“We’re the leading provider of PPE in Canada.”But the company’s reach is now well beyond Canada with markets that include the United States, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa.“The most commonly-used face mask across the U.S.
is a PRI·MED product,” Welsh said.In addition to face masks the company also makes medical gowns, examination gloves, medical shoe covers and other.