United States of America (USA) Fire Industry News

QUIC-MOUNT is an adjustable upright extrication tool mounting solution Ziamatic Corp. (Zico) presents the QUIC-MOUNT Multiversal Extrication Tool Holder, Model QM-ET-MV: an adjustable upright extrication tool mounting solution. The heavy-duty, aluminum QM-ET-MV boasts more than ten independently adjustable components, including tilt angle, enabling it to safely and securely accommodate many popular makes and models of cutter, spreader, and combination tool. Mounting to nearly...

TetraKO's technology is bio-degradable and non-toxic TetraKO, LLC, the fire suppression subsidiary of EarthClean Corporation, recently announced that an information paper on its TetraKO next generation water enhancer has been published by the Technology Council of the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC). The white paper was requested after members of the IAFC Technology Committee and Wildland Policy Council attended two days of TetraKO testing at the Texas Engineer...

Fike’s Voice Messaging system is the ideal foundation for Mass Notification or Emergency Communication Systems Fike announces the expansion of its advanced Integrated Voice Messaging system, designed for distributed intelligence and ultimate survivability. Fike’s Voice Messaging system has several key new products and benefits and is now Listed to the new UL 2572 Mass Notification Systems standard, making it the ideal foundation for Mass Notification (MNS) or Eme...

The NFPA Conference & Expo will feature solution providers showcasing the latest technology in fire protection The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is turning up the heat in Las Vegas at the annual NFPA Conference & Expo, June 11-14. Top fire safety experts will come together at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the most comprehensive educational event in the industry, offering insight during more than 135 sessions and 19 in-depth seminars. The Expo wil...

The new HS-HA can store two or four, 5" or 6" hard sleeves over the side compartments of an apparatus Ziamatic Corp. (Zico) introduces the Hydraulic Hard Sleeve System, Model HS-HA - a safer, easier, and more space efficient way to store two to four, 5" or 6" hard sleeves over the side compartments of an apparatus. At the flip of a switch the system lowers the hard sleeves to a convenient height for quick, easy, and safe retrieval. Two self-contained hydraulic actuators provi...

Streamlight's “pink” flashlight is designed to raise money to fight breast cancer Streamlight, Inc., a leading provider of high-performance lighting equipment, has introduced a pink version of its popular Strion LED tactical flashlight. The pink model is the first rechargeable product in the company’s growing line of “pink” flashlight products designed to raise money to fight breast cancer. Streamlight will donate $5.00 from the sale of each pink...

Fike's Remote Power Supply compliments its existing line of fire alarm and detection solutions Fike announces the addition of a new Remote Power Supply (RPS) to compliment its existing line of fire alarm and detection and control solutions. “This new 10 amp power supply is used to extend the signaling capacity of Fike’s fire alarm and suppression control systems, including the intelligent CyberCat Fire Alarm Panel, and the Cheetah Xi Fire Suppression Control Syste...

McLelland will present information on explosion hazards and explosion protection mitigation techniques Bruce McLelland, Fike’s National Accounts Sales Manager for Explosion Protection, will be presenting at the 2012 PRB Coal Users Group Conference, on May 16th in Baltimore, Maryland. Mr. McLelland will present information on process explosion hazards and explosion protection mitigation techniques, as well as protection techniques identified in NFPA standards to protect...

The latest personal protection equipment (PPE) are being designed to meet new regulatory standards Marine firefighting encompasses activities to extinguish any type of fire in a marine environment. For many years, this meant dealing with fires on seagoing vessels, or more specifically, shipping. In this article, Richard Cranham, International Sales Manager at Bristol Uniforms, sheds light on the various fire hazards at sea and the latest protection outfits designed t...

The new LED light was unveiled at 1:23 PM EDT on April 19 in booth 5314 FoxFury Lighting Solutions unveiled a breakthrough firefighting light at Fire Department Instructors Conference (FDIC) in Indianapolis, IN. This new light was unveiled at 1:23 P.M. EDT on April 19 in booth #5314. FDIC, the world's largest firefighter training conference and exhibition, was held at the Indiana Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium from April 19-21, 2012. FoxFury has been devel...

Foxfury offers the latest in LED technology using standard and rechargeable batteries FoxFury will be exhibiting at theInternational Association of Arson Investigators (IAAI) 2012 Annual Training Conference in Dover, DE. FoxFury will have its firefighter helmet lights, flashlights and portable scene lighting on display. The IAAI Expo runs April 23-24, 2012 at the Dover Downs Hotel and Casino. Fire and arson investigators must carefully observe, record and document a fire sce...

The new front line pumpers are built on Pierce Saber custom chassis Pierce Manufacturing, an Oshkosh Corporation company, has received an order for three Pierce Ultimate Configuration (PUC) pumpers and one air/rehab ehicle from the Spring Lake Park – Blaine – Mounds View (SBM) Fire Department in Minnesota. The new front line pumpers are built on Pierce® Saber® custom chassis; all four apparatus will be placed into service this summer. “We didn’...

Bullard offers leather fronts that accomodate upto 22 bold characters Bullard, a leading manufacturer of safety equipment for the fire service, has redesigned its leather fronts with a bold, new versatile look displaying impeccable workmanship and enhanced quality to fit contemporary and traditional style fire helmets. Firefighters can choose Bullard's Matte-Finish Genuine Leather or Glossy Patent Leather Fronts that showcase crisp stitching on rugged, high-quality leather. I...

The locking device can be installed on any manufactures to safely secure caps, valves or hoses Kochek Company has introduced a new Storz Locking Device to enhance equipment security. The stainless steel locking device can be installed on any manufactures four inch or five inch Storz fitting to safely secure caps, valves or hoses. Applications for the locking device include protecting fire hydrant waterways, deterring the thefts of caps, preventing entry of obstructions into f...

The new tool can be accessed via www.buildyourbullard.com Bullard, the leader in manufacturing and designing innovative personal protective equipment, is setting a new industry standard with the introduction of the Company's 'Build Your Bullard' product configurator. This new tool, which can be accessed via www.buildyourbullard.com, takes users through an interactive configurator experience that offers an array of customization options for Bullard's products and accessories....

The new website includes navigation connecting visitors to information on KIMTEK's range of products KIMTEK Corporation, provider of skid/slip-in units for Fire, Emergency services and industry, recently launched its new website, www.kimtekresearch.com.  The wholly redesigned and revised website includes navigation connecting visitors to information on KIMTEK’s range of products and services. The website design has a fresh new uncluttered look and format that lets u...

12 Bullard Eclipse thermal imagers were donated to 12 fire departments throughout St. Louis and  Missouri Twelve Bullard Eclipse thermal imagers are now in the hands of firefighters in 12 fire departments throughout the St. Louis, Missouri region, thanks to a generous donation from Eagle Bank and Trust Company of Missouri. The Eclipse, which Bullard introduced two years ago, is the fire service industry's first personal-issue thermal imager. Eagle Bank and Trust donated...

The new tools are in addition to tools already in service from AMKUS The Illinois Fire Service Institute (IFSI) took delivery of more than $37,000 worth of vehicle rescue tools just in time for its 87th Annual Fire College. The tools donated by AMKUS Rescue Systems are on loan to IFSI for use in their vehicle/machinery rescue classes and included cutters, spreaders, push-pull rams and Honda power units. The new tools are in addition to tools already in service from AMKUS. "W...

Environmental Products will provide sales, service and parts for Crimson Fire Star Crimson Fire, Inc., a Spartan Motors, Inc. company, recently announced that Environmental Products has joined its distribution network as a dealer. The company will provide sales, service and parts for Crimson Fire Star, Legend and Classic Series fire apparatus in Georgia and Florida. Led by Jim Schwaller and Jeff Haase, Environmental Products operates in the municipal, airport, industrial and...

The new feature provides firefighters with clearer, crisper and detailed images Bullard Eclipse, the fire service industry's first low-cost, personal-issue thermal imager, is now available with a 160 x 120 high resolution engine. This optional feature enhances the versatility of the Eclipse by providing firefighters with clearer, crisper and more detailed images, making the Eclipse perfectly-suited as an analytical and navigational tool. In addition to the higher resolution e...

Mr.Pasch joined Bullard in 1999 as Director of Finance The Board of Directors of E.D. Bullard Company has appointed Eric D. Pasch as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2012. Mr. Pasch joined Bullard in 1999 as Director of Finance and was quickly promoted to Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, positions he held until last year. In January 2011, Mr. Pasch was promoted to President and Chief Operating Officer. Mr. Pasch succeeds Richard...

The Amseco PSUs are IP65 rated which means that they can be deployed in external and internal conditions Amseco - a brand of Potter Signal, LLC - announces the launch of a range of economically-priced switch mode Power Supply Units (PSUs) targeted at its customers in the EMEA region. These have been designed to offer many of the energy efficiency and operational benefits typically associated with more expensive models, making the new PSUs an extremely attractive prospect for...

The awards were created by the Interactive Media Council, Inc. Akron Brass, a leading manufacturer of life safety, fire fighting and emergency rescue equipment, was recently recognized for their redesigned website. The Interactive Media Awards presented Metrics Marketing Group and Akron Brass with an “Outstanding Achievement” award in the manufacturing category. The Interactive Media Awards recognize the highest standards of excellence in website design and develo...

TRANSCAER's Anhydrous Ammonia Training Tour is the first nationwide, product-specific training module More than 60,000 emergency responders across 37 states have received training in the safe handling and distribution of anhydrous ammonia by TRANSCAER (Transportation Community Awareness and Emergency Response), a voluntary national outreach effort that focuses on assisting communities in preparing for and responding to a possible hazardous material transportation incident.&nbs...

Pierce places two Pierce Arrow XT pumpers into front line duty Pierce Manufacturing, an Oshkosh Corporation company, has placed two Pierce Arrow XT pumpers into front line duty with the Rapid City Fire Department in Rapid City, S.D. The department’s Pierce fleet now includes six front line engines, one reserve engine, one aerial, and five wildland brush trucks. In addition, the Department runs five Medtec ambulances. “We’re a high call volume department, and...

The site is the official source for Streamlight-branded merchandise and apparel Streamlight Inc., a leading provider of high-performance flashlights, recently launched its new gear website, www.StreamlightGear.com. This site is the official source for Streamlight-branded merchandise and apparel. For the first time, customers, authorized distributors, employees and other fans of Streamlight can directly purchase high-quality promotional items, such as t-shirts and hats to show...

The new flash lights use a C4 LED to deliver up to 350 lumens measured system output Streamlight Inc., a leading provider of high-performance lighting equipment, has introduced the SL-20L and SL-20LP rechargeable flashlights. The new lights are among the most powerful rechargeable handheld lights the company offers for first responders, industrial and automotive technicians and other professionals who require extremely bright light in their work environments. Both of the new...

Mark has been with Hannay Reels since 2007 Hannay Reels is privileged to announce the promotion of Mark K. Saker as Sales Manager, effective March 12th. Mark's career started in his native England as an engineer and maintenance inspector in the aviation industry before moving over to the USA in 1991. Since then, he has worked for both Dynabil Industries and more recently Owens Corning in various supervisory roles. Mark has been with Hannay Reels since 2007, first as Plant Sa...

Striker delivers innovative fire suppression technology and excellent chassis performance Oshkosh Airport Products Group, a division of Oshkosh Corporation recently announced that a new generation Oshkosh Striker® aircraft rescue and fire fighting (ARFF) vehicle is now on duty at Roberts Field, Redmond Municipal Airport (RDM) in Redmond, Ore. This is the first production model of the all-new Striker design. “The new generation Striker has immediately made a signific...

Streamlight's compact Night Com UV flashlight provides ultraviolet light for a variety of detection purposes Streamlight Inc., a leading manufacturer of high-performance flashlights, has launched the compact Night Com UV flashlight, which features six UV LEDs to provide ultraviolet light for a variety of detection purposes. The versatile new light also provides a white LED for general and distance use.  Offering three separate lighting modes, the lithium battery-powered...