Ferrara Builds Three Smaller Pumpers for Paterson (NJ) FD Due to City Congestion
The department wanted side-mount pumpers that would reduce the wheelbase and overall length due to a lot of congestion in the city.
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Wendel Designs, Builds Two Stations for La Crosse (WI) FD in Same Year
The COVID-19 pandemic and supply chain shortages caused Wendel to work on both stations at the same time.
Montgomery County (PA) Has EVI Build Custom Hazmat Command Truck
Montgomery County wanted a rig that could carry all of its hazmat equipment and also have working space inside for a command area.
9/11 Anniversary and Memorial Stair Climb at Lambeau Field
Chris Mc Loone shares thoughts on his recent experience participating in the 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at Lambeau Field as well as the upcoming September 11 anniversary.
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Water Delivery: the Chaffing Block
There are many ways this tool can be used. It is most beneficial when a single firefighter is trying to connect two pieces of 6-inch hard sleeve.
What’s It Like To Spin Out on the Ice in a Fire Truck? Firefighter Tells the Story – And Yes, There Was Cursing
Firefighter Kevin Steinmeyer told KMOV he tried to do whatever he could to avoid people during the frightening incident.
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Safety, Quality, and Lifetime Service
Pierce Manufacturing recently invited the Fire Service Media to its facility for a background on the company and its reinvestment in its facilities.
Cantankerous Wisdom: Indian Tanks and Power Wagons
Article ideas are often run by Raisin Squad members during morning coffee. They occasionally put topics into perspective.
Melrose (MA) FD Returns to Seagrave for Another Tractor Drawn Aerial
The new TDA is a 100-foot Patriot. Seagrave measured the Melrose Fire Station doorway arch three times to be sure the new truck would fit.
CustomFIRE Builds Side-Mount Rescue-Pumper for Poynette-Dekorra (WI) FD
The department had a 1998 Freightliner pumper with a 1,750-gpm pump that needed to be replaced because of its age.
Northumberland (PA) Hook & Ladder Company Gets Heavy Rescue Truck From Rescue 1
The department replaced a 1997 rescue truck because it had run out of room for equipment. The new truck is a much larger vehicle.
Shive-Hattery Overcomes Challenges in Design and Build of Santa Rita (AZ) Fire District Station 152
The decision was made to build a new Station 152, but the COVID-19 pandemic got in the way of things in 2020.
Rosenbauer Builds Rear-Mount Pumper with SAM System for Herculaneum (MO) FD
SAM is an integrated total water flow control system that manages a vehicle's pump, tank, intakes, and discharges through a touch screen.
Bronson (IA) VFD Gets Pumper-Tanker-Rescue from Toyne
Bronson's tanker was getting up in age and didn't carry enough water for the department's current needs, so it was decided to replace the rig.