MSA Safety Incorporated develops, manufactures and supplies a wide range of safety products designed to protect workers in hazardous environments. The company’s offerings span personal protective equipment such as industrial helmets, face shields, protective clothing and fall protection devices, as well as fixed and portable gas detection and monitoring systems. MSA’s products are used in industries including oil and gas, mining, construction, fire service, and chemical processing to guard against risks such as gas leaks, impacts, flame exposure and falls from height.
Key product lines include self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and air-purifying respirators, gas detectors and sensors, head and face protection, and fall arrest systems. The company also provides calibration, repair and inspection services to ensure that safety equipment remains compliant with industry standards and performs reliably in critical situations. MSA’s technological expertise extends to advanced alarms, wireless connectivity and data analytics, enabling customers to monitor workplace safety in real time.
Founded in 1914 as the Miners’ Safety Appliance Company in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, MSA Safety has grown into a global enterprise with headquarters in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania. It operates manufacturing facilities, research and development centers and service hubs across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and the Asia-Pacific region. This worldwide footprint enables MSA to tailor its solutions to local regulatory requirements while delivering consistent quality and support.
Under the leadership of President and Chief Executive Officer Chris O. Blaise, MSA Safety continues to invest in innovation, sustainability and strategic partnerships. The company’s management team emphasizes research and development to address emerging workplace hazards and to advance safety technology, reinforcing MSA’s long-standing commitment to protecting people and property around the globe.
