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PITTSBURGH, July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire=KYODO JBN/ --

MSA's M1 SCBA Supports London's Focus on Enhanced Firefighter Safety

MSA Safety Incorporated (NYSE: MSA) today announced it has been awarded a $9

million contract from the London Fire Brigade to supply firefighters with MSA's

new M1 Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) and telemetry technology.  The

contract was formally awarded in early July, with equipment deliveries expected

to begin in the fourth quarter of this year.  Today's announcement also

represents the beginning of a multi-phase SCBA training and deployment process

involving the Brigade's more than 4,500 firefighters.

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The decision to upgrade London's SCBA technology was made after an extensive

and comprehensive evaluation process.

"The M1 SCBA represents the most advanced, ergonomic and modular SCBA that MSA

has ever introduced to the European and International markets," said Nish

Vartanian, MSA Chairman, President and CEO.  "We are incredibly proud to

establish this new partnership with one of the oldest and most respected fire

brigades in the world.  Most importantly, we're honored that the London Fire

Brigade has entrusted MSA with the responsibility of protecting the men and

women who keep the residents of London safe each day."

London Fire Brigade Deputy Commissioner Richard Mills said "following a

competitive tender process, we're really looking forward to developing our

exciting partnership with MSA. The new state-of-the-art breathing apparatus

equipment will be lighter and easier to carry and provide enhanced safety for

our firefighters. The improved equipment shows how we are transforming as a

fire service and investing in the latest technology to help protect London and

Londoners."

The groundbreaking design of the MSA(R) M1 SCBA was a key factor in London's

selection of the new SCBA platform.  The breathing apparatus includes several

patented and customizable features that help to enhance ergonomics and improve

firefighter comfort and hygiene. These include the industry's lightest-weight

backplate with a unique one-handed height adjustment; an advanced hip belt that

evenly distributes the weight of the SCBA; and a padded harness that is fully

water-repellent, making the entire SCBA system machine washable without

disassembly.

Other features that factored into the Brigade's selection of the M1 SCBA

include a high-pressure cylinder connection for fast cylinder exchanges;

compatibility with MSA's industry-leading G1 facepiece; and integration with

FireGrid, which gives incident commanders the ability to evaluate and manage

multiple situations in real time and from any location.  MSA's Entry Control

Board (ECB), designed specifically to meet the unique needs of the UK fire

service, also played a key part in the Brigade's decision to choose the MSA

brand.  Serving as a cloud-connected fire-ground management tool that provides

Incident Commanders with air and alarm status of all telemetry-enabled

breathing apparatus on scene, MSA's ECB is also capable of providing

post-incident reporting and automated documentation.

As part of the contract, MSA will also provide London with a new communications

system that provides enhanced voice communications.  Called the C1 Headset, the

device attaches easily to the outside of the SCBA facepiece.

Mr. Vartanian commented that the SCBA contract with London represents the

beginning of a new and exciting partnership.  "As a company whose only mission

is worker safety, we are incredibly proud to be associated with a brigade that

is regarded as a genuine industry leader and advocate for firefighter safety.  

London is one of the most progressive and respected fire brigades in the world

and, as part of our Voice of the Customer process, we will certainly be seeking

their input on future product development initiatives," he concluded.

About MSA Safety

Established in 1914, MSA Safety Incorporated is the global leader in the

development, manufacture and supply of safety products that protect people and

facility infrastructures. Many MSA products integrate a combination of

electronics, mechanical systems and advanced materials to protect users against

hazardous or life-threatening situations. The company's comprehensive product

line is used by workers around the world in a broad range of markets, including

the oil, gas and petrochemical industry, the fire service, the construction

industry, mining and the military. MSA's core products include self-contained

breathing apparatus, fixed gas and flame detection systems, portable gas

detection instruments, industrial head protection products, firefighter helmets

and protective apparel, and fall protection devices. With 2021 revenues of $1.4

billion, MSA employs approximately 4,800 people worldwide. The company is

headquartered north of Pittsburgh in Cranberry Township, Pa., and has

manufacturing operations in the United States, Europe, Asia and Latin America.

With more than 40 international locations, MSA realizes approximately half of

its revenue from outside North America. For more information visit MSA's web

site at www.MSAsafety.com.

SOURCE  MSA Safety

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