Fire Apparatus Showcase: April 2023
Check out this Monroe Charter Township (MI) Volunteer Fire Department 100-foot mid-mount platform quint.
FA Volume 28 Issue 4
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Midmount Aerial Platform Is a First for Irving (TX) Since the 1970s
The Irving (TX) Fire Department chose a midmount aerial platform for its maneuverability because of a rear-steer option.
Manufacturer’s Profile | Snap-tite Hose
Our history really shows innovation in any industry we are or have been in.
Drones with Light and Thermal Imaging Optics Provide Views from Above
Drone and camera makers have greatly improved the visible light (optical) and thermal imaging cameras being carried by unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).
More FA Volume 28 Issue 4
High-Pressure Air Bag Operations
High-pressure air bags fit in tight spaces, are rugged, provide a fast lift once assembled, and have a wide range of lifting capacity.
Status of Contamination Control
Contamination control in the fire service did not emerge as an issue until the early 1990s.
The New and Improved Truck Company
Truck company operations are absolutely necessary for rescue operations and support of engine company operations.
Specialized Equipment Becoming Common at Tips of Aerials
Many fire departments are choosing to add specialized equipment at the tip, making it safer for firefighters to egress to a roof.
Apparatus Ideas | Reeves County (TX) Pierce Pumper-Tanker with Snozzle
The districts added several Pierce pumper-tankers, a heavy rescue, an Ascendant ladder, and the pumper-tanker with a Snozzle on top.
Running with the Big Dogs: The Fire Maul TSR Tactical Strike Ram
When you see a sign or placard with a fire helmet or an ax, you immediately know it stands for the fire department.
Testing, Testing, and More Testing: How Industry-Leading Products Get Made
When a manufacturer brings a new product to market, it is usually after months or years of development.
Apparatus Purchasing: Apathy in Procurement and Specs, Part 2
There’s more to purchasing a new fire truck than understanding just the mechanical aspects of apparatus construction.