Flight Crew Safety. Our Priority.

The Essex Protective Breathing Equipment (PBE) is trusted by airlines worldwide to protect crew members during in-flight emergencies. With a proven track record of reliability, safety, and ease of use, the Essex PBE provides self-contained respiratory protection when it matters most, because breathing shouldn’t be a negotiation. In safety, there is no room for compromise.

For flight crews, fleet planners, and procurement teams, Essex delivers proven reliability in protective breathing equipment. Our PBE design reflects decades of field performance and customer feedback, setting the benchmark for safety and operational readiness.

Lightweight | Easy to Use | Reliable Oxygen Delivery

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About Essex Industries

Essex began providing solutions to the aerospace and defense industry in 1947. Still a privately owned business today, the company has grown into a leading supplier of platform controls, aircraft components, emergency breathing equipment, and liquid oxygen systems—serving local, national, and international customers across both military and commercial markets. Our products are engineered to perform in critical moments and protect those who keep the world flying.

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