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FA Volume 28 Issue 5
FA Volume 28 Issue 5
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Fire Apparatus Showcase: May 2023
Delivery of the Month: Check out this Effingham (IL) Fire Department pumper.
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CustomFIRE Builds Full Response Pumper-Tender for Ellsworth (WI) Fire Department
The Ellsworth Fire Department decided to replace its tender and an engine with a pumper-tender.
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Firefighter Wellness Considerations in Fire Station Design
Architects and fire departments are becoming more concerned with well-designed fire stations that can improve firefighter health.
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Manufacturer’s Profile | Spencer Manufacturing on Its History, What Makes It Unique And How to Navigate Apparatus Purchasing
In this month’s Manufacturer’s Profile, Editor in Chief Chris Mc Loone catches up with Grant Spencer, president of Spencer Manufacturing.
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More FA Volume 28 Issue 5
Supplying Water to the Scene—Hydrant Valves and Drafting Equipment
It has been said that hoselines are a firefighter’s lifeline, so getting the water into those hoselines is of the utmost importance.
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Chief Concerns | Time for a Reality Check
Over the years, there have been many promotions of water delivery intended to simplify the process and ease decision making.
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Terra Tamer Rescue Wheel and the Equalizer System
The Terra Tamer rescue wheel and the Equalizer adjustable litter handle system are relatively new pieces of equipment.
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Keeping It Safe | Future Leadership?
A common theme I am hearing is concern about the next generation of leaders.
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Apparatus Ideas | Milford (MA) Switches to Top-Mount Pump with New Rig
Ever since its early stages, the Milford Fire Department has been proactive in its apparatus purchases.
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Three-Lens Wipe: Tips to Help Maintain Your Thermal Imager
A TI’s ability to provide the end user with proper information is only as good as your understanding that this tool has some basic cleaning…
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Skid Units for Small Pumpers and UTVs
Fire departments can choose from a wide variety of slip-in skid units for their rigs.
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Editor’s Opinion | Chris Mc Loone: But, I’m Not That Old
A recent post on Facebook got me thinking about something that has occurred to me often over the past few months—my age.
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Apparatus Purchasing: Apathy in Procurement and Specs, Part 3
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