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FAMA Forum: Apparatus Industry Insights

FAMA representatives sit down with Chris Mc Loone to discuss the current state of fire apparatus purchasing, including a brief history of how we've gotten to where we are, lead time updates, solutions from apparatus manufacturers, and more.
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Ordering an Aerial Truck in Today’s Market

How does a department approach the potential purchase of an aerial vehicle in today’s market?
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Global Supply Chain Struggles: Impact on the Fire Service

FAMA explains how the supply chain issues are affecting the fire industry.
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Fire ApparatusMagazine

Maintaining and Operating DEF-Equipped Vehicles for Maximum Performance

Fire apparatus designers have been challenged with adapting to new engine emissions regulations every three to five years since 1991.
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Fire ApparatusMagazine

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Fire Pumps: Emerging Trends and New Technologies

FAMA member companies have developed new pump technologies to address emerging challenges.
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The Electric Fire Truck: Is Now the Time?

The Advanced Clean Transportation Expo takes place in Long Beach (CA) each year.
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Telematics and Vehicle Connectivity, or ‘Why Do I Need All That Stuff on My Truck?’

The Information Age has now enveloped the first responder world.
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Natural Disasters Impacting the Fire Service

Over the last 40 years, natural disasters have been on a significant rise.
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What’s in a Hill Day?

The overall objective is to convey to Congress that FAMA represents the industry that “helps first responders save lives.”
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Drones in the Fire Service: ‘Use Will Continue to Grow’

"Not only do [drones] give smaller departments the ability to have an aerial program, but the potential for new strategies and tactics could change operations…
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Idle-Reduction Technology Offers Multiple Benefits

Today, idling is the bane of the fire industry because our apparatus are at idle so much of the time.
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Fire ApparatusMagazine

Ensure NFPA Automotive Standards Reflect Your Perspective and Interests

Have you ever wished there were some way you could “change the rules” to allow the type of technology or function you intended? There is…
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FAMA Fire Service Resource—Buyer’s Guides and More!

04.01.2021
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Fire ApparatusMagazine

The Virtual Apparatus Purchasing Process Now and into the Future

03.01.2021
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Traffic Preemption: It’s More Than a Green Light

02.01.2021
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Fire Apparatus

What the Data Say About the Impact of COVID-19 on the Fire Service

01.01.2021
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FAMA Forum: Everything You Need to Know About Marker Lights

12.01.2020
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Fire Apparatus

FAMA Forum: Apparatus Low Hosebed Design—Pros and Cons

11.01.2020
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Fire Apparatus

FAMA Forum: Brake Maintenance Considerations for Fleet Vehicles with Drum Brakes

10.01.2020
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FAMA Forum: Health and Safety Trend, The Importance of Exposure Documentation

08.01.2020
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FAMA Forum: Customer-Supplied Chassis: Why Not?

07.01.2020
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FAMA Forum: Lithium Ion Batteries on Fire Apparatus

06.01.2020
7 min read
Fire ApparatusMagazine

Automation of Emergency Warning Devices

05.01.2020
7 min read
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FAMA Forum: Pumping Considerations for High-Rise Firefighting

04.01.2020
7 min read
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