Pittsburgh, October 22, 2026 / PRNewswire / -- MSA Safety Inc. (New York Stock Exchange ticker: MSA) Today, we are pleased to announce our collaboration with one of the largest utility providers in the Northeastern United States. This utility company is investing in connected technologies that support employee safety in order to better serve its community.
This large American energy utility company has chosen the ALTAIR io ™ 6-gas detector from MSA Safety to help enhance employee safety and operational efficiency. As part of the MSA +™ connected ecosystem, the ALTAIR io 6-gas detector provides real-time visualization of the worksite conditions, helping companies simplify compliance processes, streamline reporting, and increase employee productivity.
The five-year procurement agreement with this utility company could be worth up to $10.6 million, making it the largest ALTAIR io ™ contract for more than six types of gas detectors received to date, with an initial contract value of approximately $6.7 million. MSA First shipments are expected to begin in December 2026, and the equipment deployment plan is set to start in January 2027.
MSA Americas President Stephanie Sciullo stated: "Network technology is changing the way companies manage security. It simplifies the maintenance of gas detectors and real-time alerts. This multi-year collaboration reflects customers' trust in MSA Safety's networked detection solutions and services, and it also helps customers to better protect their employees and improve operational efficiency."
The 6-gas detector is designed to combine advanced gas detection capabilities with real-time connectivity, helping to address risks such as exposure to flammable gases, confined spaces, and single-person operations, thereby enhancing employee protection and operational visibility. MSA This is the first cellular networking gas detector equipped with an integrated pump, making it particularly suitable for confined space monitoring and sampling applications commonly found in the utilities, construction, manufacturing, and oil and gas industries. ALTAIR io
The functions of ALTAIR io 6 include:
- Real-time cellular connectivity helps employees stay connected and visible in emergency situations;
- Integrated sampling pump, suitable for pre-entry and confined space monitoring applications;
- MSA XCell ® Sensor technology provides reliable gas detection performance;
- Large-sized, high-visibility displays that facilitate reading in various working environments;
- Removable, rechargeable external battery, supporting longer working hours;
- Compact and ergonomic design, suitable for handheld operation or wearable use.
This detector is also equipped with MSA Grid, which is a cloud-based software platform that provides real-time information on device location, gas alerts, and employee status. MSA Grid enables safety managers and supervisors to access real-time and historical data for individual devices or entire groups of devices, which helps to enhance situational awareness and response times in the event of an accident.
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About MSA Safety
MSA Safety Incorporated (New York Stock Exchange ticker: MSA) is a global leader in advanced security products, technologies, and solutions. With the single mission of "Security First," the company has been at the forefront of security innovation since 1914, providing protection for workers and facility infrastructure in various global markets while creating sustainable value for its shareholders. MSA Safety In 2025, the company generated revenue of $1.9 billion, with its headquarters located in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania, and it employs over 5,300 people in more than 40 international locations. For more information, please visit www.MSASafety.com.
