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Industries of the Blind helping U.S. military fight coronavirus

The Industries of the Blind has signed a contract to produce protective equipment to protect soldiers and others against coronavirus.

GREENSBORO, N.C. — The Industries of the Blind is joining the front lines of the fight against coronavirus. 

According to a recent press release, the Triad business received a contract from the U.S. Army to create more than 400,000 face masks to protect them in the fight against coronavirus. 

The Greensboro-based business says it will make 418,808 masks for two army locations. Industries of the Blind said they will begin production in a matter of weeks and will be done with them in 7 months. 

CEO Joshua Gould celebrated the contact saying, "Our associates are talented and dedicated professionals, and we are delighted that their skill and commitment is being rewarded with this new contract.”

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