 More than a fire helmet: CairnsHELMETS® hats set standards for the Fire Service  Most
firefighters pull up to a scene and hit the ground running. There's no
time to worry about how well their protective equipment will perform.
If they're wearing a CairnsHELMET Fire Helmet from MSA, they are covered by a high-quality, technologically advanced head protection system. The helmets of choice for approximately 65% of all firefighters, CairnsHELMETS set the standards that other hats aspire to. "Nothing performs like a CairnsHELMET," remarked John Green, product line manager  (and
firefighter who has worn this brand for 20 years). "Lots of helmets on
the market don't even come close to what we have to offer. "Firefighters keep coming back to us for two simple reasons -- we make the best helmets on the market, and we have the broadest selection to choose from. When firefighters select CairnHELMETS, they get what they pay for -- top-quality protection every time."  Designed
as a complete head protection system, CairnsHELMETS are engineered to
absorb impacts and deflect debris away from a firefighter's head. Most
models are equipped with an impact cap that's held in place by breakaway
tabs. Aside from providing exceptional impact protection, the tab design
ensures that a firefighter will not be restrained by his or her helmet
if footing becomes uncertain. "The tabs on the helmet allow the outer shell to release from the inner impact cap if the helmet should encounter upward forces that exceed 80 lbs.," observed Green. "By engineering this release  mechanism
into our helmets, we help minimize the likelihood of neck injuries if
a firefighter should suddenly fall through a floor. The breakaway design
also allows firefighters to escape dangerous scenes if their helmet becomes
entangled in debris." A unique tube system around the perimeter of the impact cap amplifies the effectiveness of the helmet. Instead of allowing the internal suspension system to "bottom out" during an impact, a segment of tubing attached to the suspension compresses to transfer impact energy away from the wearer's head. Energy is redirected to the top and sides of the cap, significantly reducing the likelihood of head injury.  CairnsHELMETS
hats also offer excellent thermal protection. Equipped with a low-profile
Kevlar liner, the helmets help protect firefighters from excessive heat
exposure. All CairnsHELMETS are covered by a 5-year shell warranty, which
means if your helmet is damaged on the job, MSA will replace it free of
charge. Find out more by contacting your authorized CairnsHELMETS distributor. Or call MSA's toll-free number dedicated to the Fire Service: 1-877-MSA-3473. Firefighters can choose from 11 helmets in the CairnsHELMETS line that accommodates nearly every application --from EMS and rescue work to firefighting and hazmat work.  For
structural firefighting, we offer our traditional New Yorker and Sam Houston
models in tough, long-lasting leather. CairnsHELMETS traditional models
are also available made from lightweight, impact-resistant composite fiberglass
and composite fiberglass-Kevlar. Modern-style helmets are available in
composite fiberglass, composite fiberglass-Kevlar, and thermoplastic fabrications.
Rescue workers, EMTs and other professionals can select combination helmets
of composite fiberglass, composite fiberglass-Kevlar, or thermoplastic.
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