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Trusted Partner in Mining

PSA Africa are leading the way in becoming the industries favourite lamp room specialists.

With more than 35 years of experience, PSA Africa, partnered with MSA Safety Company, have become market leaders in South Africa and boast a complement of authorised services including supply, maintenance, calibration and training. MSA are the global leaders in the development, manufacture and supply of gas detection instruments and PSA Africa have proudly been associated with them since 1997.

Mining safety is non-negotiable, and having high-performance equipment is essential. However, the high costs of acquiring and maintaining these instruments creates financial pressures in mining operations.

PSA Africa developed the Performance Protection Plan (PPP) – a game-changing service model/agreement designed to give mines access to top-tier gas detectors and cap lamps without the burden upfront capital investment.

PPP with PSA/MSA has been successfully implemented in numerous mines in the industry.

  • Fixed cost service model
  • No hidden fees
  • No extra cost
  • No surprises
  • Up to 4 years of repairs and replacements
  • All spares and labour included
  • No extreme capital outlay
  • PPP is available for both instruments and cap lamps
 Traditional PurchasePPP Model
Upfront Equipment CostHigh (once-off)None
Maintenance & RepairsUnpredictable (additional costs)Included
Replacement CostsFull cost of new unitIncluded
Downtime RisksHigh if device failsMinimised
Budget PredictabilityDifficult (Fluctuating expenses)Fixed, Transparent costs

Under the PPP, mines can acquire both gas detectors and cap lamps with a fixed-cost, worry-free service plan that includes repairs and replacements for up to four years . This predictable cost model ensures mines have access to the latest technology without unplanned expenses, or downtimes. No Hidden fees or surprises.

Furthermore, PSA Africa’s integration expertise ensures that all equipment – from gas detectors to cap lamps – is seamlessly incorporated into mine access systems . At Harmony Gold’s Kusasalethu Mine, for example, PSA partnered to implemented a system that not only tracks equipment assignment but also performs vital pre-shift safety checks. PSA’s streamline processes, reduce bottlenecks, and provide peace of mind for both workers and management. The use of RFID technology ensures that miners have the correct equipment before entering the mine, adding an extra layer of accountability and safety.

With proven success in some of the world’s most demanding environments, by providing robust instruments and a service plan that minimizes financial strain, PSA Africa is the trusted choice for mining operations.

 

PSA Africa: Trusted Partner in Mining

With over 12000 instruments and more than 17000 cap lamps in operation in various mines across Africa, PSA Africa are leading the way in becoming the industries favourite lamp room specialists.

PSA Africa operates in over 50 mines across Africa, equipping over 500 000 workers with industry-leading safety solutions.

Performance Redefined:

Streamlining Lamp Rooms with Gas Detectors & Cap Lamps

PSA Africa and MSA Safety, trusted partners in lamp rooms and the mining safety industry, guarantee quality, with products designed to meet the intense demands of underground operations.

As a supplier to Mponeng Harmony Gold Mine, the deepest mine in the world, PSA Africa continues to lead the charge in providing robust and reliable safety equipment that meets and exceeds industry standards.

Gas Detectors: MSA ALTAIR 4X Mining:

Modern mining operations increasingly rely on advanced portable gas detectors to safeguard workers against toxic and flammable gases. Instruments like the MSA ALTAIR® 4X Mining , from PSA Africa, epitomize how far gas detection technology has come.

Compact, lightweight, and durable, these devices feature cutting-edge sensors and extended battery life, ensuring consistent performance in even the harshest environments. Enhanced features, such as the MotionAlert™ man-down alarm, further bolster worker safety, providing peace of mind to both miners and management. Gas detectors must withstand the rigors of daily use in mines, where physical contact, water exposure, and other harsh conditions are inevitable. The MSA instruments PSA Africa provide are built to last, offering mines a reliable solution that minimize unplanned maintenance and costly downtime.

PSA Cap Lamp:

Equally essential to underground operations are cap lamps. PSA’s Cap Lamp set the standard for reliability and efficiency. Designed for rugged environments, this cap lamp delivers exceptional performance and integrates seamlessly with existing systems.

Offering more than 28 hours of operation on a single charge, with one of the best optic LED’s on the market, workers have extended visibility of their surroundings. The robust battery technology, capable of over 1,000 charge cycles, exemplifies PSA’s commitment to durability and longevity.

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