Welcome
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Welcome
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What about an SCBA is important to Firefighters? 1. Rescue Capability 2. Safe to Use 3. CBRN Protection 4. Air Flow Performance 5. Lightweight 6. Easy of Use and Comfort 7. Rugged Electronics 8. Cost of Ownership 9. Service and Support 10.Reliability © 2004 MSA
Why should the MSA FireHawk Air Mask be the SCBA of Choice?
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1 –Rescue Capability – Every SCBA is like a RIT Pack! Only MSA can Transfill – Receive or Donate emergency air through the URC/RIC fitting
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1 – Rescue Capability MSA has more Emergency Breathing Options than anyone: ExtendAire
SAR and ExtendAire hose kits
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1 – Rescue Capability Shoulder-mounted Quick-Fill Dual Purpose air-line option
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1 – Rescue Capability Large side handles for carrying a firefighter to safety A carabiner attachment point for dragging in a rescue scenario
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1 – Rescue Capability An optional NFPA compliant Emergency Egress System 50ft or 75ft of Kevlar line and rappelling hardware. Providing a safe and approved means for emergency egress © 2004 MSA
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2 – Cross Contamination Protection Ultra Elite facepiece designed with an Inhalation check valve
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2 – Cross Contamination Protection Prevents harmful pathogens and other contaminants from entering the regulator Stops spread of illnesses like flu, hepatitis, SARS, etc…
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3 – CBRN Positive Protection Diaphragms are extremely thin. Usually made from soft rubber – Inherently vulnerable to chemical warfare agents Exclusive Tetraplex™ Shield is the first line of defense against chemical agents Prevents chemical agents from any contact with the diaphragm
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3 – CBRN Positive Protection Proprietary material in the diaphragm is the second line of defense “Protection” more than passing lab tests MSA’s CBRN Protection System is Positive Protection
Tetraplex Shield
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4 – Extreme Airflow Maximum airflow is important but Regulator Performance is most important Most SCBA can flow at constant rates of 500 lpm The Firehawk can pass the toughest test – Two Posi-Cheks maxed out and breathing simultaneously! Hitting instantaneous flow rates as high as 640 lpm © 2004 MSA
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5 – Lightweight 23 lbs for a 4500 psi 30-minute Air Mask Close to 10% lighter than some competitors Compact and simple design Advanced modern materials for construction MSA Air Masks are light and tough! © 2004 MSA
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6 – Comfortable and Easy to Use Excellent ergonomics put the load on the
hips Simple design makes donning and use fast and easy
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6 – Comfortable and Easy to Use Contoured Backplate
provides:
Lumbar support Spine relief
Optimal stability and weight
distribution Double-pull harness New! Six-way swiveling lumbar pad for maximum comfort and freedom of movement © 2004 MSA
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6 – Comfortable and Easy to Use Firehawk Regulator – Easy to use Slide-to-Connect or Push-to-Connect Automatic air shut-off when detached
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7 – “Best in Class” Electronics The ICM 2000 Plus Integrated PASS
alarm with lights Analog and digital air pressure gauge Air time remaining Battery status Low pressure warning alarm with flashing lights
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7 – “Best in Class” Electronics Backlight Heat alarm Panic button Data logging –
downloading IR port Wireless for easy maintenance Rugged and Reliable
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7 – “Best in Class” Electronics Communications Clear Command family of mask mounted communications Features internal microphone for maximum clarity Rugged and water resistant
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7 – “Best in Class” Electronics Communications
Innovative and effective Helmet-
Mounted Radio Interface “Snaps-On” to nearly all firefighting helmets Eliminates transmitting background noise
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7 – “Best in Class” Electronics HUD wireless system Component design makes
trouble-shooting easy Quick change-out of any damaged components Advanced refresh button feature enables the user to pick the mode of operation
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7 – “Best in Class” Electronics HUD wireless system Light sensor automatically
adjusts to ambient light Not susceptible to Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) Advance digital encryption prevents “cross-talk” or other interference
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8 – Low Cost of Ownership Responsible and ethical policy – There is no alternative to preventive maintenance Life saving equipment needs to be maintained
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8 – Low Cost of Ownership The MSA Air Mask is designed with the fewest possible parts – The Firehawk regulator has only 23 parts
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8 – Low Cost of Ownership The 1st Stage regulator has only 28 parts Maintenance
requirements based on frequency of use and conducting the NFPA required annual flow test.
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8 – Low Cost of Ownership Even with reasonably high usage rates of one cylinder every other day, the cost of ownership (MSA parts) is less than $7 per year! A small price for preventative maintenance of life support equipment.
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9 – Service and Support Lifetime Warranty Certified Repair Center Training
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Support Material
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10 – Reliability 90 years of commitment and dedication to protecting life Hundreds of thousands of volunteer and career firefighters depend on MSA Air Masks to bring them home safely There is no greater reward than earning that trust Choose the best – Choose MSA © 2004 MSA
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