Introduction to Braking Energy
A look at why fire trucks crash in layman's terms-starting with the physics behind a moving vehicle. CHRIS DALY
FA Volume 20 Issue 7
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Technological Advances Continue to Upgrade Remote Control Monitors
Getting firefighters off the tops of vehicles was a main reason for introducing remote control monitors, but since they first made their appearance on the tops of pumpers and at the tips of aerials, advances in electronics, networking, and new design concepts have turned them into much desired and used pieces of equipment on fire trucks.
The Protection Behind Structural Firefighting Turnout Gear
How the three layers of protection work in turnout gear to provide firefighters with a safe envelope in which to work. ALAN M. PETRILLO
Fine-Tuning Rescue-Pumper Design
Rescue-pumpers are being used to replace two vehicles (a rescue and a pumper) in many departments. Manufacturers tweak the designs based on user input. ALAN M. PETRILLO
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Interschutz 2015: a Platform for International Exposure
The sheer magnitude of the show-1,500 exhibitors representing 51 nations-makes it an event not to be missed once every five years. CHRIS Mc LOONE
Apparatus Purchasing: Evaluating an Outside Spec Writer, Part 2
Last month, Part 1 of this series highlighted working with an outside spec writer from the perspective of the salesperson. Part 2 is from the successful bidder’s point of view. BILL ADAMS
The San Francisco (CA) Fire Department’s Coastal Rescue One Pickup
This rig is outfitted with cliff rescue, water rescue, and patient care equipment for those times when it could respond to three or four rescue calls a day. PETER ONG
More to Alerting Systems than Alerting
Alerting systems for fire departments have come a long way from using simple sirens, bells, or whistles.
Troy (MI) Fire Department Embraces Mobile App
According to ComScore, an Internet analytics company, we now spend more time connecting to the Internet from our mobile phones than our computers.
The Hose Mule Hose Retrieval System
By now, I think we all know the benefits of large-diameter hose (LDH).
Not a Typical Fire Service Tool
Every year at FDIC International, there are always new tools being introduced to the fire service.
Apparatus Committees
Many departments establish apparatus committees to draft specifications for new vehicles, determine replacement schedules, and recommend ongoing maintenance.