United States of America (USA) Fire Industry News

Saint-Gobain's ONESuit line has been fully certified to NFPA 1991 Suits provide the utmost protection against chemical and biological agents Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics announces that its entire ONESuit® line of chemical protective single-skin hazmat suits is fully certified to the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) 1991 standard. NFPA certification is the gold standard in fire and hazmat safety and is often required for local, state or federal procureme...

A Ferrara Fire truck on display at FDIC: the company is launching two new products at the annual show New models demonstrate Ferrara's ability to respond to firefighter needs Two exciting new products are being introduced at FDIC in Indianapolis by Ferrara Fire Apparatus, America's premier custom fire apparatus manufacturer. "These two new additions to our product line demonstrate our ability to respond to the demands of the fire service," said company founder and CEO, C...

  A 2010 chassis from KME on display at FDIC    KME chassis now ready for 2010 KME Fire Apparatus announced at FDIC that its chassis are ready today for 2010 engine emission compliance and that it will offer apparatus utilizing both Advanced EGR and SCR engines.In 2010, the EPA is requiring new vehicles to achieve a new diesel exhaust emissions regulations limit which is significantly more stringent than the guidelines that went into effect in 2007. These gui...

  KME's new flagship aerial truck, the 102' Rearmount AerialCat   Enhanced maneuverability aerial launched at FDIC KME Fire Apparatus displayed its flagship aerial, a 102' Rearmount AerialCat at FDIC this year, with significantly enhanced maneuverability. The AerialCat platform now has a range of elevation from -10 to +80 degrees, which is unmatched in the industry. This means that with the ladder fully retracted, the operator can set the platform on the ground f...

One of KME's new FORCE ARFF trucks outside the Lucas Oil Stadium at FDIC KME shows new ARFF trucks at FDIC KME Fire Apparatus unveiled its new FORCE series of ARFF trucks at FDIC this year with a KME Force 1500 on display. The KME Force Series is a complete line of ARFF vehicles that feature an industry leading design in 4x4, 6x6, 8x8 and Air Transportable configurations. KME also manufactures a full line of Rapid Intervention Vehicles (RIVs) giving KME one of the b...

Crimson Fire's new Legend series, launched today at FDIC Modular design, affordability and quality are hallmarks of new pumpers and tankers Crimson Fire is introducing the Legend™ Series, a new line of fire trucks, at FDIC, the fire-rescue industry's biggest trade show, which begins today. Crimson Fire, which is a subsidiary of Spartan Motors, Inc., will display the first pumper in the new Legend Series, which is designed to provide quality-built vehicles at an affor...

Crimson Fire will launch a new truck body style - the Star series - at FDIC Crimson Fire is unveiling a new body style for its custom fire trucks and aerials today at FDIC, the fire-rescue industry's biggest trade show. Crimson Fire, which is a subsidiary of Spartan Motors, Inc., has consolidated the best features of its previous models - the E, E-Lite, Star and SE - into the new Star Series, a high quality, heavy-duty body. The product line utilizes a single method of...

The new R.A.N oscillating nozzle from Elkhart Brass will launch at FDIC Oscillating Rapid Attack Nozzle (R.A.N.™) introduced at FDIC Elkhart Brass Manufacturing Company, Inc. debuts a new oscillating Rapid Attack Nozzle (R.A.N. model #3890) at this year's FDIC in Indianapolis, April 24th - 26th. The water-powered oscillating nozzle is easily retro-fit to any existing Rapid Attack Monitor (R.A.M.®). "The original R.A.M is the safest, most compact, offensive...

The all-new Pierce® 100-ft aluminum aerial platform features best in class performance All new design features below grade operation, low overall height and narrow stabilizer spread Pierce Manufacturing, an Oshkosh Corporation company, today unveiled the all new 100-foot aluminum aerial platform and basket on display in Indianapolis at the Fire Department Instructors Conference (FDIC) at booth #9404. The versatile Pierce® 100-foot aluminum aerial features best-in...

The Pierce Changeable Response Unit allows fire departments to better utilize a pickup vehicle Changeable modules for vehicle allow for more focused response Pierce Manufacturing, an Oshkosh Corporation company, today unveiled the Changeable Response Unit (CRU) in Indianapolis at the Fire Department Instructors Conference (FDIC). The Pierce® CRU allows fire and rescue departments to customize a single pickup truck to do the work of several specialty vehicles through...

The new Stinger Q4™ Rapid Intervention Vehicle from Oshkosh and Pierce New Rapid Intervention Vehicle co-developed by Pierce and Oshkosh Airport Products Pierce Manufacturing and Oshkosh Airport Products, both Oshkosh Corporation companies, today displayed the new Stinger Q4™ Rapid Intervention Vehicle (RIV) in Indianapolis at the Fire Department Instructors Conference (FDIC) booth #8320. The Stinger Q4 vehicle was purchased by the Louisville Regional Airport Au...

The Velocity custom chassis is the company’s most popular model Changes improve ergonomics, communications and visibility Pierce Manufacturing, an Oshkosh Corporation company, today introduced a series of advances for the Velocity™ chassis, the company's most popular custom apparatus. The improved version was unveiled today in Indianapolis at the Fire Department Instructors Conference (FDIC) at booth #9404. "We continue to listen to our customers, and these p...

Motorola will showcase its range of public safety solutions at BAPCO 2009 Motorola, Inc. today announced that it will be showcasing its portfolio of solutions for public safety users at BAPCO 2009, Stand 304, Business Design Centre, London. Experts from Motorola will be on hand to discuss how developments in Motorola products and solutions help public safety bodies quickly and effectively respond to emergency situations. Motorola representatives will also be delivering pre...

EZTruckbuilder.com from Rosenbauer America will be launched at FDIC Innovative online custom truck application to be launched at FDIC Rosenbauer America will launch EZTruckbuilder.com during the Fire Department Instructors Conference (FDIC) in Indianapolis, IN on April 23, 2009 in the Rosenbauer booth #8731. The online application will allow website visitors to configure their own custom fire apparatus entirely online. Once finished, a site visitor will also be able to downl...

The new AMK-22 C.O.T from AMKUS will be introduced at FDIC 2009  AMKUS is excited to introduce the AMK-22 C.O.T. (Cutter of Tomorrow) at the FDIC show in Indianapolis, IN on April 23-25, 2009. The AMK-22 Cutter is designed to handle the stronger materials used in new model vehicles such as boron steel, martensite and other high strength steels.Product features:   Proven blade design combined with more power. Increased power to tackle the demands of new car...

The Contender™ Responder™ offers reliability, durability and value for smaller communities Flexible program features popular chassis and body combinations Pierce Manufacturing, an Oshkosh Corporation company, today launched a major roll-out of its Contender™ Responder™ Stock Vehicle Program in Indianapolis at the Fire Department Instructors Conference (FDIC) at booth #9409. The Contender Responder is a comprehensive line of firefighting trucks built...

FLAME-SIM, LLC will be holding free training classes on the use of their software at FDIC 2009 FLAME-SIM, LLC has announced that the company will offer free classes on the use of FLAME-SIM in training fireground decision making and communication at FDIC 2009. The class will be held in Senate Room 3 in the Westin Hotel from Thursday through Saturday. The classroom will be set up with up to 8 users responding to a single or multi-family home structure. Space and times are lim...

First Alert's new Rescue Mat will be demonstrated by the Indianapolis Fire Dept at FDIC New Rescue Mat will be demonstrated by Indianapolis Fire Dept First Alert will showcase its new Rescue Mat at booth #6035 at FDIC. This cost-effective, time-saving product helps firefighters and rescue workers save critical time in water and ice rescue operations. Measuring 25 ft in length, 5 ft in width and 2 inches in thickness, the highly durable Rescue Mat can hold more than 1,000 p...

Firecom's BP5-10 wireless belt pack launches at FDIC 2009 New wireless belt pack communication system launched at FDIC Firecom, the leader in the development and production of headsets, intercoms and other communications products introduces their new wireless belt pack at FDIC, April 23-25, in Indianapolis, IN. With the BP5-10 belt pack, any Firecom wired headset can communicate wirelessly to a base station mounted on the fire or emergency apparatus. The belt pack prov...

Road Rescue's Ultramedic - one of three ambulances the company has recently improved New technology, innovative features among 40+ improvements to product line Road Rescue will introduce a complete redesign of its line of custom ambulances at the emergency-rescue industry's largest trade show, which opens today. Road Rescue, a subsidiary of Spartan Motors, Inc., will showcase more than 40 improvements, including new technology and innovative features, on its line of Ultram...

Road Rescue will unveil a new "safety" ambulance prototype at FDIC 2009 New design offers improved safety, ease of movement to EMTs Road Rescue is introducing a new ambulance concept during the Fire Department Instructors Conference (FDIC), which opens today. Road Rescue, a subsidiary of Spartan Motors, Inc., will unveil its new "safety" ambulance prototype at the industry's largest trade show, which runs through April 21 in Indianapolis. The new ambulance will offer gre...

The 2008 TRANSCAER award has been awarded to four companies who aid community response to hazmat incidents The National Transportation Community Awareness and Emergency Response (TRANSCAER®)Task Group (NTTG) today presented the 2008 TRANSCAER National Achievement Award to four companies committed to helping communities prepare for and respond to possible hazardous materials transportation incidents. Companies attending the event will receive their award at the 22nd Annu...

Louis J. Wagner has been presented with the TRANSCAER Distinguished Service Award The National Transportation Community Awareness and Emergency Response (TRANSCAER®)Task Group today presented the TRANSCAER Distinguished Service Award to Louis J. Wagner for more than 17 years of exceptional service, leadership and commitment in helping communities prepare for and respond to a possible hazardous materials incident. Wagner is the general director of Chemical Transportation...

Rosenbauer's innovative TWISTER firefighting boots have won a 'Red Dot' design award Innovative firefighter boots receive design award TWISTER, the latest ROSENBAUER firefighting boots, have been bestowed the "red dot award" for product design.   The "red dot" seal of quality is a globally sought-after design award. This year, it was again extremely difficult for the internationally renowned panel of experts to make a selection from the total of 3,231 applications...

Havis-Shield and LEDCO-CHARGEGUARD are to merge to create a complete, integrated product line New partnership of two industry leaders will enable customers to utilize a single provider for fleet and IT mobile workspace solutions Havis-Shields, the leading manufacturer of mission critical products designed for public safety fleet and fire vehicles, today announced a merger with LEDCO-CHARGEGUARD, a leading manufacturer of mobile computing solutions and vehicle power manageme...

Ferrara Fire have built two new test facilities including a tilt table, above Leading manufacturer completes construction of on-site product testing facilities Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc., America's premier custom fire apparatus manufacturer, has finished construction of two additional on-site testing facilities, a tilt table and a second pump test pit. The tilt table is built in compliance with SAE and NFPA requirements, giving Ferrara's customers another compliance op...

Streamlight will be including the Blackjack Helmet Holder (pictured) in their 4AA Helmet Lighting Kits Leading manufacturers combine product offerings 1445 Designs, Inc. maker of the patented Blackjack Helmet Flashlight Holder announces that Streamlight, Inc. will be including the Blackjack in their 4AA Helmet Lighting Kits for worldwide customers.   The Blackjack is the first patented, under the brim flashlight mount that is designed by firemen, for firemen. Chri...

The Hero Pipe, a new high-rise emergency offensive pipe, will debut at FDIC 2009 The Hero Pipe is set to debut at FDIC 2009 The Hero Pipe, a new highrise emergency offensive pipe, will be exhibited for the first time at FDIC 2009. The Hero Pipe's compact transport allows for small team and quick set-up in elevators and floors below, and easy transport up and down stairs. With as little as a two-person team, the Hero Pipe can be set up for action in less than two minutes. O...

The NFPA have awarded 8 Harvard program fellowships to fire officials Senior industry leaders awarded prestigious fellowships Eight senior fire officials were awarded fellowships co-sponsored by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) to participate in the Harvard University Senior Executives in State and Local Government Program. Each year, the NFPA partners with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's U.S. Fire Administration (USFA), the International Asso...

Grant County, KY fire department has chosen OnSite ERT from ERT Systems LLC Kentucky fire department chooses OnSite ERT ERT Systems, LLC, a leading provider of automated resource tracking systems for first responders, announced today that Grant County, Kentucky, has selected OnSite ERT as its primary accountability solution for firefighters. Grant County represents about 150 firefighters serving a population of 25,000 across 260 square miles. Each department will use OnSi...