April 30, 2013 – Safety equipment manufacturer MSA says wearers of V-Gard hard hats now have the option of wearing one in which the high-density polyethylene (HDPE) is sourced entirely from sugarcane. Developed and manufactured by MSA in Brazil, the new MSA V-Gard GRN hard hat promises the same level of head protection, and is expected to attract customers who desire yet another way “to demonstrate their commitment to preserving the planet”. (Photo shows MSN V-Gard Protective Cap)