The isolating breathing apparatus system works independently of the surrounding atmosphere and is not tied to a specific location. MSA isolating breathing apparatus comes with a variety of features and can be used in different application conditions.Airline apparatus is designed for long-term use, for example in confined spaces. This system connects to an external source of breathing air, which makes it cost-effective.

If you need to prepare for situations in which an oxygen deficiency may suddenly occur, consider using MSA compressed-air escape apparatus. MSA chemical-oxygen breathing apparatus is ideal for rescue operations and work where toxic gases and dust may be released or an oxygen deficiency may suddenly arise. MSA isolating breathing apparatus systems are designed for a long service life and do not require significant maintenance. To suit any application and budget, the apparatus can be configured to individualrequirements.

MSA steel and metal-composite compressed-air cylinders can be used in a wide range of applications. Metal-composite cylinders are 50% lighter than traditional economical steel cylinders. MSA offers cylinders with working pressures of 200 and 300 bar and capacities from 2 to 9 liters. Additional safety is provided by a wide choice of fitted valves — with a built-in pressure gauge, ratchets designed to preventaccidental closing, and a flow limiter in case of valve breakthrough.

Full-face mask made usingadvanced technology from specially developed black rubber (also available in silicone) for two-way (valve) breathing, with a standard thread for filters, airline and compressed-air breathing apparatus. Provides a fit without pressure on the face thanks to a comfortable single sealing line and a deep chin cup. The silicate-coated visor gives an undistorted view of almost 100%. Airflow over the inner surface prevents the visor from fogging.Five buckle attachment points for the head harness strapsand good speech transmission. Positive-pressure models with an M 45 x 3 threaded connection or an MSA plug-in connection are also available.

MSA's experience in manufacturing respiratoryprotection equipment is clearly shown by its range of full-face masks. Comfort and quality, practical accessories and an incredibly wide choice of filters meet any requirement. Masks for filtering RPE are designed for use with filters and powered air-purifying respirators (PAPR).

Traditionally MSA offers a choice of high-quality half masks. Comfort, effectiveness and aesthetics are the most important qualities of MSA products.All half masks come with a full range of filters and accessories. Thanks to exclusive new-generation filter technology, MSA is far ahead of other manufacturers.

The service life of respirator filters depends on the conditions of use. For gas or combination filters used for protection against gases, the end of service life is usually determined by smell, taste or irritation when breathing in. Some filters have aspecified maximum service life (CO filters,combination filters 93 Hg/St).

Filtering escape respirators for evacuation from hazardous places protect against toxic carbon monoxide (CO) and other gases released during underground fires or explosions in mines. The standard model of the filtering self-rescuer is designed for long evacuations.

People in a wide variety of professions have to spend long periods in an environment that is hazardous to health or even toxic. Typical applications include working with harmful materials, such as asbestos removal, painting and varnishing, welding, chemical production, agriculture and medicine. Prolonged use of a passive filter system without a blower makes breathing considerably harder and raises body temperature. If long-term respiratory protection is required, powered air-purifying respirators should be used. Breathing remainsfree and unrestricted even after several hours of work. Maximum safety, versatility and ease of use allow the user to concentrate on the job.

Head protection is in demand in virtuallyany industry where there is a risk of serious injury in confined spaces, from falling objects or when working at dangerous heights. In many workplaces head protection is mandatory; it is the basic type of personal protective equipment, used daily by millions of people. With more than forty years of experience in developing and manufacturingprotective helmets and head and face protection,MSA has built up professional expertise and created a wide range of products that meet all your safety requirements.

MSA has been providing safety for work at height since 1930. Today it is a leader not only insupply but also in an innovative range of fall protection products. Our wide range includes harnesses, including the innovative EVOTECH and MSA Workman product lines, as well as a set of durable products, including self-retracting lifelines and confined space equipment.

They are complemented by MSA rescue devices, which ensure that workers performing work at height are protected at all times. For combined respiratory and fall protection, MSA has developed the alphaFP fall-arrest system, fully integrated into the breathing apparatus harness.

Under ATEX directives 94/9/EC for manufacturers and 99/92/EC for users, personal gas analyzers must be certified for use as explosion prevention devices. To obtain the appropriate ATEX EC certificate,the manufacturer must demonstrate that the products comply with the EN 60079 standard. All MSA gas analyzers are developed in full compliance with ATEX standards and can be used as protective devices.Oxygen: The gas analyzer monitors the oxygen content of the environment (measured in volume %) and warns of danger if there is not enough oxygen to breathe, and also monitors inert atmospheres in tanks and containers.Toxic gases: Single- or multi-gas analyzers such as the ALTAIR 5X are used to detect and measure the concentration of toxic gases in the environment (usually in ppm — parts per million).

MSA is one of the few suppliers of fixed gas monitoring system equipment that develops and manufactures a full range of sensors, controllersand monitors and offers system solutions. In this way the company designs optimal systems that meet allcustomer requirements with an exceptional performance-to-price ratio —an unrivaled combination of safety and flexibility. MSA offers customized solutions for both stand-alone systems and devices integrated into existing control and monitoring systems.The MSA fixed gas monitoring system range includes:- Controllers- Detectors- Sensors- Control units- Gas monitoring and flame detection systems.