PITTSBURGH, May 8 /PRNewswire/ -- The AirBoss self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), designed by Draeger Safety, subsidiary of Draegerwerk AG & Co. KGaA, meets the new tough NFPA 1982, 2007 standards for the harsh environments that face fire fighters everyday.
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The Draeger AirBoss Series self-contained breathing apparatus provides a high level of protection in harsh environments. Available as an adjustable 3-position ergonomic backplate or as a one-piece backplate, the AirBoss SCBA series utilizes the well proven AirBoss pneumatic system with a lightweight, robust carbon composite back plate on both model types. The fail safe first stage pressure reducer carries the air to the Lung Demand Valve, delivering an easy to breathe 550 liters/minute of air to the user and provides an easy push doffing switch. The AirBoss Series also comes complete with RIC coupling and a hardened heads up display to offer a mechanical gauge with the option of an integrated PASS device. The optional PASS is located on the hip providing a loud 95dB warning when required. The Panorama Nova face mask offers superior fit with 3 sealing edges and 2 sealing surfaces. It is available in 3 sizes. The AirBoss Series comes standard with the CBRN second stage regulator. The optional BACom is a voice amplifier and radio interface communication system. Other accessories that are available include a hairnet, 20" or 40" Multi-Link auxiliary airline attachment, spectacle kits, carry case and duffle bag.
Company profile
Draegerwerk AG & Co. KGaA is an international leader in the fields of medical and safety technology. Draeger products protect, support and save human life. Founded in 1889, in 2007 the Group achieved sales of 1,819.5 million Euro worldwide and an EBIT of 151.9 million Euro. Today, Draeger employs around 10,000 people in more than 70 subsidiaries worldwide and has a representation around 190 countries. The Draeger Safety subsidiary offers products, services and system solutions for all encompassing Risk Management such as Personal- and Facility Protection.
For more information, visit http://www.draeger.com
CONTACT: U.S. Press, Shelli Cosmides, +1-412-788-5671,
shelli.cosmides@draeger.com, or Corporate Communications, Burkard Dillig,
+49 451 882-2185, Burkard.dillig@draeger.com, or Investor Relations, Vanina
Herbst, +49 451 882-2685, vanina.herbst@draeger.com, all of Draeger Safety,
Inc.
Web site: http://www.draeger.com//
