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MSA Background. Established in 1914 by two mining engineersFirst major product
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1. Altair® 5 & 5IR Multigas Detectors IR and toxic gases added!
2. MSA Background Established in 1914 by two mining engineers
First major product – Flameless Electric Cap Lamp developed with Thomas Edison
The largest company in the world dedicated to producing safety and environmental monitoring equipment
Headquarters in Pittsburgh, PA
2008 – $1B in annual sales
Affiliate companies in 40 countries
5,000+ Employees
4000+ Products sold in 120+ countries
“That men and women may work in safety, and that they, their families, and their communities may live in healththroughout the world.”
3. What It Is Multigas monitor
Detects up to 6 gases: combustible gases, O2, H2S, CO, CO2 & additional toxic gases
Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Optional alkaline battery pack
Color or monochrome display option
Built-in pump or diffusion version
Multilingual
4. Latest Additions IR sensors
CO2 0-10%, 0-50%
Methane 0-25% Vol
Propane 0-100% LEL & 0-100% Vol
Butane 0-25% & 0-100% Vol
Toxic sensors
Cl2 0-20ppm
NO2 0-50ppm
NH3 0-50ppm
PH3 0-5ppm
HCN 0-30ppm
ClO2 0-1.00ppm
5. Latest Additions Global approvals for global customers
UL
CSA
ATEX
AnZ
6. Altair 5 Multigas Detector Size Fits ergonomically in hand
Alarms seen from most angles
One-handed operation—even with gloves!
7. Altair 5 Multigas Detector Design Over-molded case design
Built-in rubberized armor
Protects unit from impact shock
Unit easily survives 6-ft drop
Ergonomic design
Easier to grip and hold
Buttons within easy reach
Instrument sealed against water and dust ingress to IP65
For use in the toughest conditions
8. Altair 5 Multigas Detector Alarms Attention-grabbing system
95+ dB horn typical
Multiple, alternating high-intensity alarm LEDs
Vibrating alarm standard
MotionAlert™ feature standard
If no motion is detected for 30 seconds, alarm sounds to alert others
Unique feature to gas detection
Ideal for confined space entry
InstantAlert™ feature standard
Manually activates all alarms to alert others nearby
9. Altair 5 Multigas Detector Features Color display option
Custom logo option
MotionAlert feature
To indicate man-down
InstantAlert feature
To activate all alarms when situations require
Most rugged instrument in its class
Easily passes multiple 6-ft drops
IP 65-rated
Water- and dust-tight
Multi-language option
Over 18 preprogrammed
10. Altair 5 Multigas Detector Features Confidence signal
Helps to ensure safe instrument operation
Blinking green SAFE LED
Vibrating pulse
Confidence beep
Missing sensor alarm
Helps to prevent maintenance errors
Password-protected setup mode
Controls unauthorized access
Event & data log
>1000 events
>200 hrs
MSA Link™-ready
Multi-language PC software accesses records and changes settings
11. Altair 5 Multigas Detector Power Lithium-based technology
No memory effects
More capacity
Helps to hold charge when not in use
Runs >15 hours fully equipped
Alkaline option available
Use for additional run time
>12 hrs
3 AA
Interchangeable!
12. Altair 5 Multigas Detector Markets Oil & gas
Petrochemical
Fire service
Utilities
Agriculture
Construction
Steel
Wastewater
Many industrial applications
13. Altair 5 Multigas Detector Competition Ranges from:
4-gas diffusion
4-gas pumped
To:
5-gas instruments
5- & 6-gas instruments with color display
5- & 6-gas instruments with PID & IR color display
14. Altair 5 Multigas Detector Power On Operates similarly to Solaris® Multigas Detector
Performs self-diagnostic check
Display; audible, visual & vibrating alarms; missing sensors
Displays:
Logo
Instrument name & software version
Combustible gas type & toxic units (ppm or mg/m3)
Alarm set points (Low, High, STEL, TWA)
Calibration cylinder values
Date
Last calibration date
FAS (fresh air setup)
Menu-driven
Follow display instructions
Corresponding buttons
15. Altair 5 Multigas Detector Accessories Galaxy® Automated Calibration System
Bump test & calibration
Record-keeping
Networking
Charging cradle
Truck-mount
Desk-mount
Vehicle charger
Sampling accessories
Lines
Probes
Filters
16. Altair 5 Multigas Detector Maintenance Low-level end-user maintenance required
Individual sensors
Sensor replacement kit
Kit filter, gasket, etc.
PC board
Pump replacement kit
Front case with built-in filter
Battery
17. Altair 5 Multigas Detector Warranty Standard 2-year comprehensive warranty
Includes Big Four sensors
Housing
Electronics
Pump & drive
Charger & rechargeable battery
18. Meet the MSA Altair Gas Detection Family
19. Thanks!