2 Birmingham companies creating unique, custom face masks

Wallet, keys, phone… and mask. Yep, looks like I’ve got everything I need to go out! If you’re looking to spice up your mask game, two Birmingham companies are creating unique face masks. Learn more!

OBEX Health

Custom, 3D-printed facemasks in a variety of colors and designs. Photos courtesy of OBEX Health

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Throughout the pandemic, I’ve purchased several different types of face masks—some that wrap around my head, some that attach at the ears, etc. But each one has squished my nose and caused me to fog up my sunglasses. I’m sure I’m not the only one with this problem!

That’s where OBEX Health comes in. Led by Forrest Satterfield of Satterfield Technologies, OBEX Heath is developing 3D-printed, comfortable and reusable N-95 face masks. And they’re getting traction—in fact, OBEX Health recently won $37,500 in funding at Reignite Alabama on August 27.

So how does it work? Well, customers can either set up an appointment with OBEX Health to take a 3D scan of their face, or use an iPhone X or newer model to download the Bellus3D Face App from the App Store and scan their face themselves. Then, OBEX Health 3D prints the mask. Each mask has a slot to swap out filters, and you can choose from a ton of unique designs.

“Since each mask is custom-made, they are comfortable to wear and don’t fog up your glasses. Plus, they come in a variety of colors and designs. They’re just like designer shoes—serving a functional purpose, but stylish at the same time.

Forrest Satterfield, OBEX Health, CEO

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