Established in 1914, MSA is the world's leading manufacturer of sophisticated safety products designed to protect people throughout the world. Sophisticated safety products typically integrate any combination of electronics, mechanical systems and advanced materials to protect users against hazardous or life-threatening situations.

With headquarters located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, MSA employs approximately 5,400 associates and maintains operations that extend around the world. These resources include manufacturing operations on five continents and more than 40 international locations that help protect lives in more than 140 countries.

A publicly held company, MSA's stock is traded over the NYSE exchange under the symbol MSA. Annual revenues exceed $1 billion. The company has achieved record sales annually since 2001.