At the Emergency Services Show (ESS) in Birmingham, MSA Safety, Inc. (NYSE: MSA) is showcasing its cutting-edge fire safety solutions, demonstrating its commitment to enhancing firefighter safety and operational efficiency. The event, held on 18-19 September 2024, will feature a range of MSA’s advanced products and services designed to protect fire brigades and communities.
A key highlight at this year’s show is MSA Bristol Managed Services, part of MSA Safety Services & Solutions. This comprehensive service provides end-to-end management and logistical support for the care and maintenance of fire protective clothing (FPC) and personal protective equipment (PPE). With extensive experience and a commitment to adherence to UK standards, Bristol Managed Services supports over 50,000 firefighters across the UK. The service boasts three dedicated centres, handling all tasks in-house to ensure optimal control and traceability throughout the cleaning and repair process.
Dave Howells, President of MSA International, emphasised the company’s dedication to advancing safety solutions through customer-driven innovation. “We help to keep our customers and their teams safe in the UK, Europe, and the Middle East. Our focus on innovation and responsiveness to customer needs remains central to our mission,” Howells said.
At ESS 2024, MSA Safety will present its full range of Bristol fire protective clothing, including:
- MSA Bristol Rescue Stretch: The newest addition to Bristol’s lineup, featuring GORE-TEX CROSSTECH® PYRAD® stretch fabric for flexibility, waterproofing, wind resistance, and blood-borne pathogen protection.
- Bristol X4 Wildland™ Garment: Designed for extended wear in hot conditions, this lightweight suit is ideal for scenarios where structural suits are impractical.
- Bristol X4 TRW-Hybrid™ Suit: A versatile option for technical rescue and wildland firefighting, adaptable to various operational needs.
Additionally, MSA Safety will highlight the latest advancements in its Connected Firefighter Platform. This ecosystem of hardware and software technologies includes the M1 self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), the MSA HUB for cloud-connected monitoring, and FireGrid software. These tools aim to improve PPE management, enhance safety, and streamline data integration. FireGrid’s Inventory Management capabilities, which digitise equipment compliance checks and inspection schedules, will also be showcased.
Bob Apel, MSA Safety’s Executive Director of Fire Service and Digital Experience, spoke about the platform’s impact: “We aim to provide valuable insights and improve firefighter safety without adding complexity. At ESS, we look forward to discussing how our solutions can support fire brigades in achieving their safety and compliance goals.”
The Gallet brand of fire helmets will also be featured, including the GALLET® F2XR Rescue Helmet, which is certified for multiple firefighting and rescue scenarios, offering a versatile solution to enhance operational safety.
MSA Safety is located at Booth 5/G190. For more information, please visit www.MSASafety.com.
