August 2009 Vol. 236 No. 8

What's New

Leak Detection, Monitoring, Inspection And Erosion Control: Altair Multigas Detector

The Altair® 5 Multigas Detector is described as the ideal choice for confined space entry.

MSA says its Altair® 5 Multigas Detector is the first portable detector with MotionAlert™ and InstantAlert™ features. The MotionAlert feature – when enabled – activates a “man down” alarm if no motion is detected for 30 seconds. The InstantAlert feature allows users to manually activate an audible alarm to alert those around them to potentially dangerous situations.

Other features include an optional, high-resolution color display screen with logo customization, more than 17 preprogrammed languages, Galaxy® System-compatibility and standard vibrating alarm and data logging. The Altair 5 Multigas Detector is MSA Link™ Software ready. 800-672-4678, info@msanet.com, www.msanorthamerica.com,