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Nasco Aerospace and Electronics Becomes Authorized Distributor for MSA Safety – Detection and Monitoring Solutions
St. Petersburg, FL – 08/20/2025

Nasco Aerospace and Electronics, a leading distributor serving the aerospace, defense, and industrial markets since 2001, is proud to announce that it has been officially appointed as an authorized distributor for MSA Safety – Detection and Monitoring solutions. This new partnership strengthens Nasco’s ability to deliver world-class safety products and enhances its portfolio of trusted brands supporting critical industries worldwide. For more than two decades, Nasco has worked alongside manufacturers, maintenance providers, and operators in high-consequence industries, and this new authorization marks a significant milestone in its growth strategy.

We are pleased to announce the formal qualification approval for the MSA, Ultima X5000 Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) Gas Monitor. Following several years of rigorous evaluation, this equipment has met the stringent military specification standards required for critical shipboard environments.

The MSA Ultima X5000 is now fully approved for use across an extensive range of Navy assets, having successfully passed the following certifications:

• MIL-DTL-901E : Approved as Grade A, Class I, Type A. This covers major surface ship classes and all primary submarine classes.
• MIL-STD-167-1A : Qualified for all Navy surface ship and submarine classes.
• MIL-STD-461G : Fully compliant with Electromagnetic Interference standards for maritime deployment.

Why select MSA’s FGFD products:
MSA Safety is the proven market leader in fixed gas and flame detection and has over a 100 year legacy working with the United States military. The Ultima X5000 represents the pinnacle of reliability and sensor technology. By selecting this qualified hardware, programs ensure seamless integration, reduced testing overhead, and the highest level of protection for personnel against H2S hazards.

With this comprehensive approval suite—including specialized submarine shock qualification reviewed by PEO Strategic Submarines—the MSA Ultima X5000 is the clear, low-risk choice for your gas detection requirements.

We recommend moving forward with MSA for your upcoming procurement cycles to ensure fleet-wide safety and compliance for sewage and wastewater areas with our H2S detection product solutions.