Without question, the roots of MSA can be traced to industries involved in the extraction of raw materials. The company's first product - an electric cap lamp for miners - was designed with the help of Thomas Edison and directly helped stem the phenomenal loss of life in mines attributed to underground explosions. Today, MSA technology continues this legacy of protecting workers in extraction-related industries with innovative products that meet the needs of the Oil, Gas and Petrochemical sectors. In short, MSA's passion for safety has been cultivated from almost a full century of manufacturing the best-of-breed, highest-quality products for industrial applications.

For these industries, MSA designs and manufactures a complete line of world-class products. The company's expertise in this areas is showcased by a wide range globally approved flame- and gas-detection permanent instruments as well as a complete series of reliable, easy-to-use and durable single- and multi-gas portable instruments. MSA also offers smoke detectors, heat sensors, manual alarm call points, pull stations and more, providing customers with a complete solution to meet their needs.

• Respiratory Protection
• Head Protection
• Permanent and Portable Gas Detection
• Fall Protection

Always on the leading edge of product technology, in 2003 MSA negotiated an agreement with Spectronix Ltd. under which both companies share technology and production expertise that incorporate open-path infrared (OPIR) and IR3 technologies. These extremely versatile systems use infrared optics to detect potentially hazardous conditions across distances as far as 130 yards, making them ideal for use in places such as storage vessels, refineries, pipelines and ventilation ducts.

Providing the best products, service and support in the industry. That's the MSA passion.