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MSA Air Mask Presentation

MSA Air Mask Presentation

© 2004 MSA

MSA – BackgroundMSA – Background

Dedicated to Safety since 1914 4,400 Employees Dedicated to

Safety Headquarters and manufacturing

in Pittsburgh, PA $650 Million in Annual Sales

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MSA – BackgroundMSA – Background

Largest manufacturer of PPE for the Firefighter

Leader in SCBA, TIC, Helmets, Gas Detection, and Other Safety Products

Dedicated Fire Service Sales Team

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MSA – BackgroundMSA – Background

We listen to our customersEnd-user Advisory CouncilDistributor Advisory CouncilSales Team Advisory CouncilNPD Process – Alpha and Beta

testingExtensive Market Research

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SCBA 5 Main ComponentsSCBA 5 Main Components

Facepiece Regulators Cylinder Low-pressure

warning device(s) Carrier and

harness assembly

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Performance StandardsPerformance Standards

NFPA 1981-2002 edition (voluntary standard developed by firefighters. Highest performance requirement (heat & flame, 100LPM flow). Updated every 5 years. Almost 100% acceptance in US)

NIOSH 42CFR-84 (required by US law. Sets minimum requirements. No heat and flame test. 40LPM flow test)

NIOSH CBRN (Voluntary standard. Tests for resistance to chemical warfare agent permeation. Protection from terrorist attacks)

MSA meets all standards

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Ultra Elite FacepieceUltra Elite Facepiece

Comfort with Durability and Excellent Fit

Hycar rubber or Silicone 3 Sizes for different size

users Wide rubber sealing surface Wide field of vision (83%)

and superior communications (93% on NFPA test)

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Ultra Elite FacepieceUltra Elite Facepiece

Inhalation Check Valve!Cross-Contamination Protection

OSHA 1910.134 clarification letter states decontamination of MMR between users is not required

Exhalation valve at the bottom of the facepiece for drainage

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Ultra Elite FacepieceUltra Elite Facepiece

Speed-On Head Harness

Kevlar Construction

Quick & Easy donning and doffing

Doesn’t pull hair

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Regulator SystemRegulator System

Two Stages: First-Stage Output Pressure, or "working

pressure.”80 psi

Second-Stage Delivery System- 1 to 1.5 inches of water (positive pressure)NIOSH Flow 40 lpm NFPA Flow 100 lpmMAX Flow 500+ lpm

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Two Stage Regulator SystemTwo Stage Regulator System First Stage Durable, few parts Compact, low profile Dual-internesting

infinite life springs - Meets NIOSH Required Redundancy

80 psi working pressure

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Second Stage - Firehawk MMRSecond Stage - Firehawk MMR

Poppet Valve Design Very responsive Compact

Flame & heat resistant regulator body

Consistent Performance 500+lpm

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Firehawk MMRFirehawk MMR

Unique slide-to-connect attachment system

First breath activation Large release buttons

and red bypass knob Doffing the regulator

automatically turns-off the flow of air

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Firehawk MMR ...Firehawk MMR ...

Standby regulator ready position keeps regulator on

facepiece even during rigorous activities like overhaul

Slap & go regulator ready position (functions like an air hatch)

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Firehawk MMR ...Firehawk MMR ...

70% Fewer parts No internal

adjustments No tools,

adhesives or sealants required

Disassembled in minutes

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Firehawk Push to ConnectFirehawk Push to Connect

Optional attachment for user preference

Rotates 360 degrees

Attaches in any orientation

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Firehawk CBRN ProtectionFirehawk CBRN Protection

Positive Protection approach Regulator diaphragm is shielded, by the

Tetraplex Shield, from any initial contact with chemical warfare agent.

Tetraplex ShieldTetraplex Shield

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Stealth Carbon CylindersStealth Carbon Cylinders

High-tech look 5 Models to choose from

L30, L30+, H30, H45, H60 2-6 pound weight

savings Luminescent color band

for added visibility

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Cylinder SpecificationsCylinder Specifications

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Low-Pressure Warning DevicesLow-Pressure Warning Devices

NFPA requires two alarms

Audi-larm is one of MSA’s two Pneumatic driven

(all mechanical)Audible WarningBell rings at 25%

of remaining air

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2nd Low Pressure Warning Device2nd Low Pressure Warning Device

HUD – Heads Up Display

Required by NFPA since August 2002.

“Gas Gauge” of 4 lights in facepiece

Wireless connection to SCBA “snag-free”

Automatic dimming feature for dark environments

Also has a “buddy light” when in alarm

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Redundant Low Pressure & Integrated PASS DeviceRedundant Low Pressure & Integrated PASS Device A third low pressure alarm is

in the integrated PASS (personal alert safety system)

Powered by 9 volt battery Includes motion sensor to

detect a firefighter disabled and sound an alarm

Turns on automatically with air pressure

Digital data logging version available

No wires…”snag-free” Meets NFPA 1982

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Airframe Carrier and HarnessAirframe Carrier and Harness

Glass reinforced composite material

Side handles and carabiner attachment for pulling a firefighter to safety

Optional Rescue Belt with 50 or 75 ft Kevlar line

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Airframe Carrier and HarnessAirframe Carrier and Harness

Distributes weight to the hips

Spine relief channel to prevent pressure points

New! Six-way swiveling lumbar pad for maximum comfort and freedom of movement

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Airframe Carrier and HarnessAirframe Carrier and Harness

Easy on off with tri-bar slides

Large forged stainless steel friction buckles

Wide 100% Kevlar webbing

Choose with or without chest strap

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ClearCommand™ CommunicationsClearCommand™ Communications Featuring unique

“bus-bar” attachment

Amp & RI are detachable / transferable among facepieces

Amp has large diameter speaker for improved clarity and volume

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ClearCommand™ CommunicationsClearCommand™ Communications

Radio Interface System Stand Alone Lapel Mic

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Emergency Breathing SystemsEmergency Breathing Systems

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Emergency Breathing SystemsEmergency Breathing Systems

ExtendAire™

SCBA “Buddy-Breathing” System

Connects two firefighters low-pressure air

Must stay connected to share air

Optional air-line system attachment

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Quick-Fill™ Emergency Breathing SystemQuick-Fill™ Emergency Breathing System

“Shares” air between two SCBA

Pressures equalize Users can escape

unconnected Safest rescue system

available NFPA now requires a

RIC / Quick-Fill fitting on all SCBA at the cylinder

Transfilling only available from MSA, due to patented design

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WarrantyWarranty

Best in class service with over 2000 certified maintenance sites (CARE Program)

MSA provides regional CARE training every year.

Best in class warrantyLifetime against defects in materials or

workmanshipHassle-free on-line claims program

Take care of the customer first

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