MSA Safety unveils advanced solutions for fire brigades at ESS 2024 in Birmingham
Iain Hoey
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This year MSA Safety is in Booth 5/G190.
MSA Bristol Managed Services highlights comprehensive care solutions
MSA Safety is at the Emergency Services Show (ESS) in Birmingham this week, featuring a wide range of fire safety solutions.
Among the offerings is the MSA Bristol Managed Services, an all-inclusive service for the care and maintenance of firefighter protective clothing (FPC) and personal protective equipment (PPE).
This service provides comprehensive management, including cleaning, repair, and inspection of fire equipment.
With in-house operations across three service centres in the United Kingdom, MSA Bristol offers full control and traceability throughout its processes.
Serving over 50,000 firefighters, the system helps fire brigades maintain functional, safe gear.
Fire protective clothing innovations on display
MSA Safety will present various fire protective clothing innovations at ESS 2024, including its newest gear designed for different firefighting environments.
The MSA Bristol Rescue Stretch integrates GORE-TEX CROSSTECH® PYRAD® stretch fabric, offering flexibility and protection against wind, water, and blood-borne pathogens.
The Bristol X4 Wildlandâ„¢ Garment, on the other hand, is tailored for long shifts in hot environments, providing lightweight comfort.
The Bristol X4 TRW-Hybridâ„¢ Suit is a versatile option for both technical rescue and wildland firefighting.
MSA’s Connected Firefighter Platform offers advanced data insights
The MSA Connected Firefighter Platform will also be showcased, highlighting its integration of hardware and software technologies to help fire departments manage equipment and safety more efficiently.
This platform includes the M1 self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and the MSA HUB, a cloud-connected gateway for real-time monitoring and post-incident analysis.
FireGrid software, part of the platform, digitizes equipment management tasks like compliance checks and inspections, providing a more accessible way for departments to manage their gear.
This system improves decision-making on the ground and during post-event reviews.
Fire helmets and other safety solutions featured at ESS
MSA Safety’s Gallet brand will also be represented at ESS with the GALLET® F2XR Rescue Helmet, a versatile helmet designed for various rescue situations.
Certified for wildland firefighting, urban search and rescue, climbing, and water rescue, the helmet offers a solution for firefighters facing a variety of challenging scenarios.
The GALLET F2XR helmet is part of MSA’s broader focus on providing adaptable, multifunctional equipment that enhances firefighter safety.
MSA Safety unveils advanced solutions for fire brigades at ESS 2024 in Birmingham: Summary
At the Emergency Services Show (ESS) in Birmingham, MSA Safety will present its latest fire safety equipment, including the MSA Bristol Managed Services and the Connected Firefighter Platform.
These services support over 50,000 UK firefighters by providing care and maintenance for protective clothing.
New gear like the MSA Bristol Rescue Stretch and Bristol X4 Wildlandâ„¢ Garment will also be featured, offering lightweight and flexible options for various firefighting conditions.
MSA will highlight how the Connected Firefighter Platform improves equipment management, safety, and data-driven decision-making.
Additionally, the GALLET® F2XR Rescue Helmet will be showcased, designed for multiple rescue applications.
MSA continues to focus on delivering safety solutions for fire brigades across the UK and beyond.