FA Volume 29 Issue 7
Read the features and news on fire trucks and fire equipment from the July 2024 issue of Fire Apparatus & Emergency Equipment magazine.
FA Volume 29 Issue 7
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Fire Apparatus Showcase: July 2024
Delivery of the Month: White River Township (IN) Fire Department pumper by Ferrara.
QTAC Wildland Pumper Solves Ground Clearance Issues
Wheelbase on the Super 6 is 179.8 inches, overall length is 24 feet 2 inches, and overall height is 8 feet.
Contamination Control: Innovative Approaches
The approaches are designed to minimize the amount of fire-produced contamination brought back into the station following a fire event.
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More FA Volume 29 Issue 7
Fire Chief Considerations: Structural Firefighting Boots
Forming a committee to research, test, and evaluate various firefighting boots is an advisable first step in the selection process.
Honeywell First Responder
Travis Mikalauskas, sales manager for Honeywell First Responder (HFR), talks about HFR’s history and product lines.
NY Department Switches from Quint
The fire company was in the process of replacing its 2002 100-foot tower due to mechanical issues. Replacement planning started in 2020.
Wildland Portable Fire Pumps Get Heavy Use on Fire Lines
Wildland firefighters rely on their pumps to be as lightweight as possible, be easy to set up, and pack a big enough punch to be effective.
How the Latest Innovations in White Illumination Enhance Firefighter Safety
Effective lighting technology is a powerful ally in helping firefighters maximize their visibility as they approach every mission.
Don’t Touch the Red Button, Part 1
The Pirelli Tire Company's tagline "Power is nothing without control" is applicable to fire pumps and water as well.
Understanding Infrared Energy and the Effects of Solar Loading
Infrared (IR) energy, also known as heat radiation, is a type of electromagnetic radiation that is invisible to the human eye but can be felt as heat.
Selecting and Operating Rotary Saw Blades
There is a wide variety of rotary saw blades being marketed for fire service use.