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FA Volume 29 Issue 10
FA Volume 29 Issue 10
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Manufacturer Spotlight: Mercedes Textiles
Mercedes Textiles co-owners discuss the origins of the company, its product lines (it is more than a hose manufacturer), and more.
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Hose
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FA Volume 29, Issue 10
Read the features and news on fire trucks and fire equipment from the October 2024 issue of Fire Apparatus & Emergency Equipment magazine.
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PPV Fan Standard Stays Current with Battery Technology
The purpose of AMCA 240-22 is to establish a uniform method of laboratory testing to demonstrate the performance of a PPV fan.
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Review of Firefighter LODDs
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) released its annual report on the 2023 fatal firefighter injuries this past June.
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More FA Volume 29 Issue 10
Choosing a Fire Apparatus Mechanic or Service Center
Here are some key factors to consider when selecting a fire apparatus dealer as a repair facility or a technician.
Fire Apparatus
Magazine
The Hidden Benefits of a Bolted Apparatus Body
One construction style that has often been overlooked is the bolted body.
Fire Apparatus
Magazine
Future of Firefighting: Robot Dogs Step Up in Emergencies
Robot dogs, equipped with numerous sensors and cameras, are now proving their worth in fire rescue and emergency scenarios.
Fire Technology & Industry Innovation
Magazine
Enhancing First Responder Safety and Efficiency with Cloud-Based Technology
Implementing cloud-based technology is not just a modern convenience; it is a critical advancement that can save lives.
Fire Technology & Industry Innovation
Magazine
Drone Special Ops Units Popping Up in Fire Departments Around the Country
UAVs are playing a more central part in fire suppression, reconnaissance, search and rescue, and other functions for fire departments.
Drones
Equipment
Magazine
Choosing a Fire Apparatus Mechanic or Service Center
Given the increasing costs associated with fire apparatus, it is crucial to prioritize maintaining existing equipment to extend its lifespan.
Fire Apparatus
Magazine
Integrating Smart Command Vehicles for Enhanced Connectivity and Efficiency
Smart command vehicles serve as mobile command centers, enabling real-time data sharing, analysis, and decision-making in critical situations.
Fire Apparatus
Magazine
Advances in Emergency Vehicle Lighting Technology
LED lighting has taken the fire service by storm, virtually replacing every other form of lighting on fire apparatus.
Equipment
Fire Technology & Industry Innovation
Flashlights & Other Lighting