MSA Head Protection

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V-Gard Protective Caps and Hats
V-Gard protective caps and hats from MSA consist of a polyethylene shell and suspension system working together as a protection system. V-Gard headwear features advanced styling in either cap or hat styles, wit the cap available in three sizes: small (6 - 7 1/8), standard (6 1/2 - 8), and large (7 1/2 - 8 1/2). V-Gard caps and hats meet or exceed the applicable requirements for a Type 1 helmet (top impact) as outlined in ANSI Z89.1 1997, Class E and G (formerly Class B and A).

V-Gard caps and hats are not specifically designed to protect against lateral blows from the front, side or rear. MSA Vanguard™ protective helmets are so designed and must be used if lateral protection is desired.

WARNING!!!

Do not mix suspension and helmet sizes! Make sure the sizes match (example: standard size suspension with standard size helmet). Use only MSA suspensions on a MSA helmet. Failure to comply with the above will reduce the energy absorbing ability of the protective helmet, which can result in serious injury or death.

Ordering Information for V-Gard Caps and Hats (Complete Assemblies)
  Small V-Gard
Slotted Cap
Standard V-Gard
Slotted Cap
Large V-Gard
Slotted Cap
Non-Slotted
V-Gard Hat
Color Staz-On
Suspension
Fas-Trac
Suspension
Staz-On
Suspension
Fas-Trac
Suspension
Uni-Pro
Suspension
Staz-On
Suspension
Staz-On
Suspension
Staz-On
Suspension
Fas-Trac
Suspension
Uni-Pro
Suspension
White 466354 477477 463942 475358 10004760 473284 477482 454733 475369 10017713
Blue 466355 477478 463943 475359 10004762 476928 454732 475368 10017714
Yellow 466356 477479 463944 475360 10004761 473285 454730 475366 10017715
Orange 463945 475361 10004767 454734 10017716
Red 463947 475363 10004763 454736 475371 10017717
Green 463946 475362 10004765 454735 475370 10017718
Gray 463948 475364 10004766 454731 475367 10017719
Hi-Viz
Orange
488148 488146 10004764 10017730
Gold 464852
Robins
Egg
Blue
463111
Brown 464658
Silver 484340
Tan 461180
Black 475235
Light
Buff
478237
Purple 488398

Replacement Suspensions for V-Gard Caps or Hats

Fas-Trac and Staz-On Suspensions

Swing-Ratchet Suspension

Uni-Pro Suspension
Staz-On Suspension
Small (6 - 7 1/8) 467386
Standard (6 1/2 - 8) 454230
Large (7 1/2 - 8 1/2) 492566
Fas-Trac Suspension
Small (6 - 7 1/8) 492567
Standard (6 1/2 - 8) 473332
Large (7 1/2 - 8 1/2) 492568
Swing Ratchet Suspension (6 1/2 - 7 5/8) for Standard Size
V-Gard Cap or Hat 816645
Uni-Pro Suspension (6 1/2 - 8) for Standard Size
V-Gard Cap or Hat 10004788
Replacement Sweatbands for Uni-Pro
Sweatbands for Uni-Pro only, package of 5 10004786


Freedom Series Helmets
American flag and 2 eagles American stars and stripes design
Dual American flag design Canadian Maple Leaf design
Mexican flag design
Hard hat wearers can express their patriotism and protect their heads by wearing one of MSA's new special series of Freedom caps. The bright designs on the caps are very attractive and have a superior finish. There are five designs available, all on white V-Gard caps. The Freedom series caps, which come with MSA's Fas-Trac® suspension, are lightweight, durable and comfortable. They meet all applicable requirements of ANSI Z89.1 2003 for a Type I helmet (Class E). The helmet's accessory slots accept all MSA V-Gard accessories.
American flag with 2 eagles 10052947
American stars and stripes design 10052945
Dual American flag design 10050611
Canadian Maple Leaf design 10050613
Mexican flag design 10052600


Advance Cap-Vented and Non-Vented Styles
Vented Advance Caps Vented & Non-Vented Advance Caps
4 point suspension (left)
6 point suspension (right)
Vented cap with
brim
Vented cap with shield
Vented Advance Caps provide cooling vents for improved air circulation and comfort. And, the new Non-Vented Advance Caps are appealing to user who want both the new Advance styling and dielectric head protection. Advance Caps from MSA feature a combination of advanced features and styling.
  • Vented version for improved air circulation
  • Optional 4 or 6 point suspension
  • Lightweight design for added comfort
  • Lateral contours above the ear for easy integration of hearing protection
  • Glaregard™ underbrim to reduce reflective glare
  • Custom printing available
  • Sun shield available - extends the brim all the way around

Advance Caps consist of a polyethylene shell and either a 4 or 6 point Staz-On® or Fas-Trac ratchet suspension that work together as a protective system. Advance Caps meet or exceed the applicable requirements for a Type I helmet (top impact) as outlined in ANSI Z89.1 2003. Non-Vented caps meet Class E and Vented Caps meet Class C.

Complete Advance Cap Assemblies, Vented & Non-Vented
Complete Assemblies - Vented
Color 4-Point Fas-Trac
Suspension
4-Point Staz-On
Suspension
6-Point Fas-Trac
Suspension
6-Point Staz-On
Suspension
White 10034018 10033991 10034027 10034036
Blue 10034019 10033992 10034028 10034037
Yellow 10034020 10033993 10034029 10034038
Red 10034022 10033995 10034031 10034050
Green 10034023 10033996 10034032 10034051
Gray 10034024 10033997 10034033 10034052
Hi-Viz
Orange
10034026 10034010 10034035 10034056
Hi-Viz
Lime
Green
10035212 10034016 10035213 10034062
Complete Assemblies Non-Vented
Color 4-Point Fas-Trac
Suspension
4-Point Staz-On
Suspension
6-Point Fas-Trac
Suspension
6-Point Staz-On
Suspension
White 10034088 10034070 10034097 10034106
Blue 10034089 10034071 10034098 10034107
Yellow 10034090 10034072 10034099 10034108
Red 10034092 10034074 10034101 10034110
Green 10034093 10034075 10034102 10034111
Gray 10034094 10034076 10034103 10034112
Hi-Viz
Orange
10034096 10034080 10034105 10034116
Hi-Viz
Lime
Green
10035214 10034086 10035215 10034122

Replacement Suspensions For Advance Caps
Suspension Type 4-Point 6-Point
Fas-Trac Suspension (6-1/2 — 8) 10034966 10034967
Staz-On Supension (6-1/2 — 8) 10048469 10048470

Accessories for Advance Caps
Faceshield Frames
Defender + (Plus) Faceshield Frame for Advance Caps (not equipped with lockdown clip)
10021616
Visors
Visor Type Color Size (inches) Part No.
Acetate visor (glare) (formed) Medium green tint 8 X 16 X .060 488136
Polycarbonate visor (formed) Clear 8 X 16 X .060 488132
Nitrometer visor (formed) Clear polycarbonate 6 x 16 X.040 488126
Sun Shield
Advance sun shield, polyurethane (front portion is lexan, smoke tint) 10039114


Vanguard Helmets for Lateral Protection
Vanguard (Polycarbonate) and Vanguard II (Polyethylene) helmets are designed to provide limited impact and penetration in the event of a top or lateral blow to the head, as well as limited protection against contact with high voltage conductors. Representing the latest generation of protective headwear, Vanguard II helmets are tested to the same energy level for both top and lateral blows. Compliant with test requirements of ANSI Z89.1-1997 for Type I and Type II helmets (Class E and G) (formerly Class B and A) and are certified to CAN/CSA Z94.1-1992, Class E (Canadian lateral protective helmet standard)

WARNING!!!

Use only MSA's Fas-Trac Suspension designed for Vanguard Helmets. Use of any other suspension will reduce energy absorbing ability of the protective helmet, which can result in serious personal injury or death

Vanguard II (Polyethylene) Complete Assemblies with Fas-Trac Ratchet Suspension
Color Part No.
Yellow 804939
White 804940
Red 804944
Blue 804946
Bright Orange 804947
Vanguard (Polycarbonate) Complete Assemblies with Fas-Trac Ratchet Suspension
Yellow 802951
White 802952
Replacement Fas-Trac Suspensions
Fas-Trac Suspension for Vanguard Helmets (6 1/2 - 8) 804631


Skullgard® Protective Caps and Hats
Skullgard caps and hats feature heavy duty construction for use in steel mills and other heavy industries where elevated temperatures are common. Skullgard caps and hats meet or exceed the applicable requirements for a Type 1 helmet (top impact) as outlined in ANSI Z89.1 1997, Class G (electrical -- low voltage) (formerly Class A).

WARNING!!!

Do not mix suspension and helmet sizes. Make sure sizes match (for example: standard size suspension with standard size helmet). Use only with MSA suspensions on an MSA helmet. Failure to comply with the above will reduce the energy absorbing ability of the protective helmet, which can result in serious injury or death.

Ordering Information for Skullgard Caps and Hats (Complete Assemblies)
  Skullgard Cap Skullgard Hat
Color Staz-On
Suspension
Fas-Trac
Suspension
Staz-On
Suspension
Fas-Trac
Suspension
Natural Tan 454617 475395 454664 475407
White 454618 475396 454665 475408
Yellow 454619 475397 454666
Red 454620
Green 454621 454668
Grey 454622
Blue 454623 454670
Brown 454624 454672
Orange 454626 454673

Alternative Complete Assemblies for Skullgard Caps and Hats
Small Skullgard cap with Staz-On suspension, natural tan 462638
Large Skullgard cap with Staz-On suspension, natural tan 82018
Standard Skullgard cap with lamp bracket and cord holder, natural tan 460409
Skullgard hat with lamp bracket and cord holder, natural tan 460389
Skullgard cap with welder's lugs, natural tan 482002

Replacement Suspensions for Skullgard Caps and Hats
Size Staz-On
Suspension
Fas-Trac
Suspension
Fixed-Crown
Suspension
Swing Fas-Trac
Suspension
Small (6 - 7 1/8) 462628 478453
Standard (6 1/2 - 8) 454231 473334 79717 (6 1/2 - 7 5/8) 816654 (6 1/2 - 7 5/8)
Large (7 1/2 - 8 1/2) 468096 478454


Topgard® Protective Caps and Hats
Uni-ridge design protects wearer from falling objects
Lightweight, durable Topgard slotted caps and non-slotted hats are built for use by utilities and other industries where head protection from falling objects is necessary, along with good dielectric properties (non conduction of electrical current). Limited resistance to top impact or penetration is retained through a wide range of temperatures.
Topgard caps and hats meet or exceed the applicable requirements for a Type I helmet (top impact) as outlined in ANSI Z89.1 1997, Class E (electrical -- high voltage) and G (electrical -- low voltage) (formerly Class B and A).
Topgard caps and hats are not specifically designed to protect against lateral blows from the front, side or rear. MSA's Vanguard Type II protective helmets are so designed and must be used if lateral protection is desired.

Ordering Information for Topgard Caps and Hats (Complete Assemblies)
  Topgard Slotted Cap Non-slotted Topgard Hat
Color Staz-On
Suspension
Fas-Trac
Suspension
Staz-On
Suspension
Fas-Trac
Suspension
Yellow 454721 475378 454712 475387
Gray 454722 475379 454713
Blue 454723 475380 454714
Orange 454725 475382
Green 454726 475383
Red 454727 475384
White 454728 475385 454719 475393

Replacement Suspensions for Topgard Caps and Hats
Standard size, Staz-On suspension (6 1/2 - 8) 454232
Standard size Fas-Trac suspension (6 1/2 - 8) 473333
Swing Fas-Trac suspension (6 1/2 - 7 5/8) 816648


Thermalgard Protective Caps and Hats
A helmet with elevated temperature capability
Thermalgard slotted caps and hats are lightweight, high strength helmets intended for use where workers may need a helmet with elevated temperature capability. The injection molded, rivetless shell of glass reinforced nylon has a beaded edge for improved rigidity. Slots in the cap provide for mounting hearing protection muffs, welding helmets, and faceshields. Thermalgard caps and hats meet or exceed the applicable requirements for a Type I helmet (top impact) as outlined in ANSI Z89.1 1997, Class G (electrical -- low voltage) (formerly Class A)
Thermalgard caps and hats are not specifically designed to protect against lateral blows from the front, side or rear. MSA's Vanguard Type II protective helmets are so designed and must be used if lateral protection is desired.

Ordering Information for Thermalgard Protective Caps and Hats
  Thermalgard Slotted Cap Thermalgard Slotted Cap Non-slotted Thermalgard Hat
Color Staz-On
Suspension
Fas-trac
Suspension
Staz-On
Suspension
Yellow 486964 486959
White 486965 486960 490413
Red 486966 486961
Orange 486967 486962
Blue 486968 486963
Gray 487676 487677
Hi-Viz Orange 800359
Green 487399

Replacement Suspensions for Thermalgard Caps and Hats
Standard size Staz-On suspension (6 1/2 - 8) 454232
Standard size Fas-Trac suspension (6 1/2 - 8) 473333
Standard size Fixed Crown suspension (6 1/2 - 7 5/8) 82797
Swing Fas-Trac suspension (6 1/2 - 7 5/8) 816648


Cairns Firefighter's Helmets
Since 1836, CairnsHelmets has been the original manufacturer of leather firefighting helmets. Today, CairnsHELMETS leather helmets retain the same authentic look and quality that generation after generation of firefighters have relied upon. And now, these helmets are also made with the added protection necessary for today's standards of safety in the firefighting industry.

These cannot be sold to Municipal Fire Departments (for contractural reasons). Industrial, airport, EMS and volunteer fire departments may purchase CairnsHELMETS and accessories.

MSA CairnsHELMETS

Leather Helmet Traditional Helmet Modern Helmet

Wildland® T Fire Helmets

Ordering Information for Wildland T Fire Helmets (Complete Assemblies)
Color Wildland T Cap
Staz-On Suspension
Wildland T Cap
Staz-On Suspension
Wildland T Hat
Staz-On Suspension
Yellow 809897 809902 809887
White 809898 809903
Red 809899 809904 809889

Wildland T Accessories
Staz-On suspension for cap or hat (6 1/2 - 8) 484885
Fas-Trac suspension for cap or hat (6 1/2 - 8) 473333
Nomex ear/neck protector with attachments for cap or hat 697403
Nomex ear/neck and throat protector with attachments for cap or hat 697404
Goggle retainer for protective hats, less goggle 449895
Goggle retainer for protective caps, less goggle 459458
Wildland Goggle with strap 10006221
Wildland Goggle less strap (for use with Goggle retainer) 10006222


Comfo-Cap Protective Headwear
The Comfo-Cap protective cap is widely used in the mining industry for head protection. The cap has a low crown clearance for work in low ceiling areas and is equipped with a lamp bracket and cordholder to support a miner's lamp.
Made of lightweight, tough polycarbonate plastic, the shell helps resist top impacts. Molded cross ridges on the crown increased strength and rigidity. The cap's peak helps protect the wearer's eyes and face from small falling objects.
The Comfo-Cap is not specifically designed to protect against lateral blows from the front, side or rear. MSA's Vanguard Type II helmets are so designed and must be used if lateral protection is desired.
Comfo-Cap protective headwear meets or exceeds the applicable requirements for a Type I helmet (top impact) as outlined in ANSI Z89.1 1997, Class G (electrical -- low voltage), formerly Class A.

Ordering Information for Comfo-Cap Protective Headwear
Color Part No.
White 91522
Blue 91586
Yellow 91585
Orange 91589
Red 91590
Green 91584
Black 82769

Replacement Suspensions for Comfo-Cap Protective Headwear
Description Size Part No.
Staz-On Suspension Standard (6 1/2 - 8) 454231
Staz-On Suspension Small (6 - 7 1/8) 462628
Fas-Trac Suspension Standard (6 1/2 - 8) 473334

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