MSA Safety Highlights Comprehensive Refrigerant Management and New Monitoring Systems at AHR Expo

Rhea-AI Summary

MSA Safety (NYSE: MSA) will showcase new refrigerant management and monitoring solutions at the AHR Expo in Las Vegas, Feb 2–4, 2026. Highlights include the Bacharach X30 and X50 monitors, Multi-Zone Gas Monitor, Chillgard 5000, Parasense tracking software, and FieldServer IIoT gateways. Booth #C1436; presentation Feb 3, 11:45 a.m.

News Market Reaction – MSA

+1.41%

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+1.41% News Effect

On the day this news was published, MSA gained 1.41%, reflecting a mild positive market reaction.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Key Figures

AHR Expo attendance: more than 50,000 attendees Monitoring zones: up to 16 zones Refrigerants supported: more than 60 refrigerants +5 more

8 metrics

AHR Expo attendance more than 50,000 attendees AHR Expo Feb 2–4, Las Vegas

Monitoring zones up to 16 zones Multi-Zone Gas Monitor and Chillgard 5000

Refrigerants supported more than 60 refrigerants Low-level leak detection systems

Leak detection threshold 1 ppm Early detection level for refrigerant leaks

Protocols supported more than 140 protocols FieldServer IIoT protocol gateways

2024 revenues $1.8 billion Company revenue for 2024 cited in release

Employee count more than 5,000 associates Global workforce size

International locations more than 40 locations Global operational footprint

Market Reality Check

Price: $176.61 Vol: Volume 288,665 vs 20-day ...

normal vol

$176.61 Last Close

Volume Volume 288,665 vs 20-day average 223,674 (relative volume 1.29x). normal

Technical Price 175.78 is trading above 200-day MA at 166.21, near the 52-week high of 185.54.

Peers on Argus

MSA fell 2.45% while peers were mixed: ADT, BCO, GEO, CXW down modestly and BRC ...

MSA fell 2.45% while peers were mixed: ADT, BCO, GEO, CXW down modestly and BRC slightly up, suggesting a more stock-specific move than a clean sector trend.

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Jan 15 (Positive)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Jan 15	Dividend declaration	Positive	+1.6%	Quarterly common and preferred dividends declared with set March payment dates.
Nov 05	Investor conferences	Neutral	-1.8%	Announcement of participation in several upcoming investor conferences and meetings.
Nov 04	Product certification	Positive	+0.9%	G1 XR 2025 Edition SCBA received NIOSH and SEI approvals to NFPA 1970.
Oct 31	Dividend declaration	Positive	-0.1%	Board declared quarterly common and preferred dividends with December payments.
Oct 28	Earnings results	Positive	-2.4%	Q3 2025 sales growth, solid margins, cash generation, debt reduction and reaffirmed outlook.

Pattern Detected

Recent positive operational and dividend updates have seen mixed reactions, with several constructive announcements followed by flat-to-negative next-day moves.

Recent Company History

Over the past few months, MSA issued regular dividends, reported solid Q3 2025 results, and highlighted product and standards milestones. The Q3 2025 release showed higher net sales and reaffirmed 2025 organic growth, yet the stock fell 2.44% the next day. Certification of the G1 XR SCBA to the 2025 NFPA 1970 standard saw a modest gain, while dividend declarations and conference participation produced small, mixed moves. Today’s HVAC-R product and AHR Expo news fits a pattern of steady, operationally focused updates with varied near-term price reactions.

Market Pulse Summary

This announcement showcases MSA’s continued expansion in refrigerant management and monitoring, addi...

Analysis

This announcement showcases MSA’s continued expansion in refrigerant management and monitoring, adding the Bacharach X30/X50 and IIoT-enabled FieldServer gateways ahead of the AHR Expo. The update reinforces 2024 revenue of $1.8 billion and a broad global footprint of more than 5,000 associates across 40+ locations. In context of prior product certifications and solid Q3 2025 financials, investors may track adoption of these HVAC‑R solutions and any follow-on orders or standard-driven demand trends from this launch.

Key Terms

industrial internet of things (iiot), bacnet, lonworks, modbus, +2 more

6 terms

industrial internet of things (iiot) technical

"these Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) gateways are easy to configure"

A network of sensors, machines and software that connects industrial equipment—like factory tools, power grids or shipping fleets—to collect and share data for monitoring and control. Investors care because it can cut costs, reduce unplanned downtime, enable predictive maintenance, and create new service and subscription revenue streams; think of it as adding smart sensors to heavy equipment so problems get fixed before they cause a costly breakdown.

bacnet technical

"Supporting more than 140 protocols, including BACnet, KNX, LonWorks and ModBus"

A communications standard that lets heating, ventilation, air conditioning, lighting and other building systems exchange information and work together, similar to how people use a common language to coordinate tasks. Investors care because widespread use of this standard makes equipment interoperable, lowers integration costs, enables smart-building services and can affect product demand, recurring service revenue and cybersecurity risk for companies that make or manage building controls.

lonworks technical

"Supporting more than 140 protocols, including BACnet, KNX, LonWorks and ModBus"

LonWorks is a communication technology and industry standard used to connect and coordinate sensors, controllers and devices in buildings and industrial systems, allowing equipment like lights, HVAC units and meters to “talk” and work together. For investors, its presence affects a product’s ability to plug into existing installations, influences upgrade and maintenance costs, and can shape market adoption and contract competitiveness much like a common language makes joining a team easier.

modbus technical

"Supporting more than 140 protocols, including BACnet, KNX, LonWorks and ModBus"

Modbus is a widely used industrial communication standard — a common “language” devices such as sensors, controllers and meters use to exchange data on factory floors, power plants and building systems. Investors care because widespread use means products are easier to integrate, lowering deployment costs and expanding market reach, but it also creates potential cybersecurity and legacy-technology risks that can affect company expenses and growth prospects.

carbon dioxide (co2) technical

"technologies for detecting R-Gases, A2Ls, and carbon dioxide (CO2)"

Carbon dioxide (CO2) is a colorless, odorless gas produced when living things breathe and when fuels or materials are burned or processed; it acts like a blanket in the atmosphere, trapping heat and driving climate change. Investors care because CO2 levels shape government rules, taxes and market prices for energy, products and emissions credits, which can change a company’s costs, legal risks and the value of its assets over time.

protocol gateways technical

"FieldServer Protocol Gateways: These devices help users easily and securely connect"

Protocol gateways are planned checkpoints built into a clinical or regulatory plan that must be satisfied before a program can move to the next stage, such as completing safety reviews, hitting enrollment targets, or passing interim analyses. For investors they matter because each gateway is a potential de-risking event or delay—clearing one can boost a program’s value while failing or missing one can halt progress and reduce expected returns, much like a toll booth that controls traffic flow along a road to the next destination.

AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.

PITTSBURGH, Jan. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- In the face of evolving regulations, refrigerant leak detection solutions need to address today's industry changes and challenges, while providing users with clear advantages in future compliance, efficiency, profitability and safety. To help HVAC-R businesses address these areas, MSA Safety, Inc. (NYSE: MSA), will showcase its latest end-to-end refrigerant management and monitoring solutions and debut its newest refrigerant monitors at the upcoming AHR Expo.

As one of the world's largest HVAC-R events, AHR will attract more than 50,000 industry experts, leaders and professionals from February 2nd through 4th in Las Vegas to explore emerging trends and technologies shaping the industry.

This year, MSA Safety will feature its comprehensive refrigerant management solutions, including:

• The new MSA Bacharach^® X30 and X50 Refrigerant Monitors: Designed for easy installation or upgrades to existing monitoring systems, these new monitors help users maintain their compliance across a wide range of HVAC-R applications and protect assets and personnel;
• The MSA Bacharach^® Multi-Zone Gas Monitor and MSA Chillgard^® 5000 Refrigerant Leak Monitor: These low-level leak detection systems are both capable of monitoring up to 16-zones for more than 60 different refrigerants and are capable of detecting leaks as low as 1 ppm – considered very early detection for the average leak rate;
• Parasense Refrigerant Tracking & Compliance Software: Offering refrigerant management and tracking tools designed to help users understand and address their own compliance and reporting requirements, reduce maintenance costs, and achieve sustainability and efficiency goals; and
• FieldServer Protocol Gateways: These devices help users easily and securely connect with their detection devices to improve efficiency with products, processes and production. Supporting more than 140 protocols, including BACnet, KNX, LonWorks and ModBus, these Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) gateways are easy to configure and serve as entry points for data communication and processing between different HVAC-R products and network protocols to the cloud.

"By combining MSA Safety's end-to-end detection solutions and software with our expertise with automatic leak detection, we empower customers to operate more efficiently, help streamline compliance, and maximize their return on investment," said Rob Senko, MSA Safety Global Business Leader for HVAC-R. "Our connected, intelligent detection solutions help to find and reduce leaks quicker and more proactively, allowing for customers to make informed behavior and sustainability adjustments, while offering peace of mind on compliance and reporting requirements and improving on maintenance operations effectiveness."

In addition to MSA Safety's solutions on display, Expo visitors are invited to join MSA Safety HVAC-R Fixed Detection Product Line Manager Victoria Vernacchio in the AHR Expo New Product Theater, Theater C, on Tuesday, February 3 at 11:45 a.m. to learn more about the new Bacharach X30 and X50 monitors, as well as best practices for using advanced sensing technologies for detecting R-Gases, A2Ls, and carbon dioxide (CO₂).

These solutions, expert personnel and more will be featured at MSA Safety's Booth #C1436. Keep up to date with the latest AHR Expo happenings by visiting MSA's AHR Expo website and following MSA's social media platforms.

About MSA Safety

MSA Safety Incorporated (NYSE: MSA) is the global leader in advanced safety products, technologies and solutions. Driven by its singular mission of safety, the company has been at the forefront of safety innovation since 1914, protecting workers and facility infrastructure around the world across a broad range of diverse end markets while creating sustainable value for shareholders. With 2024 revenues of $1.8 billion, MSA Safety is headquartered in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania and employs a team of more than 5,000 associates across its more than 40 international locations. For more information, please visit www.MSASafety.com.

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FAQ

What new refrigerant monitors did MSA (MSA) debut at AHR Expo 2026?

MSA debuted the Bacharach X30 and X50 refrigerant monitors as new hardware introductions. According to the company, these devices are designed for easy installation or upgrades across HVAC-R systems to help maintain compliance and protect assets and personnel.

How do MSA's Multi-Zone and Chillgard 5000 monitors improve leak detection for MSA (MSA)?

They provide low-level detection across multiple zones, monitoring up to 16 zones and over 60 refrigerants. According to the company, both systems can detect leaks as low as 1 ppm, enabling very early detection compared with average leak rates.

What does Parasense refrigerant tracking software offer for MSA (MSA) customers?

Parasense offers refrigerant management and compliance tracking tools to streamline reporting and maintenance. According to the company, the software aims to reduce maintenance costs and help users address compliance and sustainability goals with actionable tracking data.

When and where will MSA (MSA) present details on the new Bacharach X30/X50 at AHR Expo?

MSA will present at the AHR Expo New Product Theater, Theater C, on Tuesday, Feb 3 at 11:45 a.m. According to the company, the session covers the X30/X50 monitors and best practices for sensing R-Gases, A2Ls, and CO2 detection.

What connectivity features do MSA's FieldServer gateways provide for MSA (MSA) solutions?

FieldServer IIoT gateways support more than 140 protocols including BACnet and ModBus to connect detection devices to the cloud. According to the company, they simplify secure configuration and data communication between diverse HVAC-R products and network protocols.