Tuesday, October 14, 2008
Where Do EVTs Go from Here?
The role of emergency vehicle technicians has received a lot of attention over the past few years. State associations are hosting many well-attended training events, and several major manufacturers are offering a variety of maintenance-related classes....
The Long, Long Trailer
By Chris Cavette
If you’ve never considered a tillered aerial unit for your department, you’re missing out on an extensive list of advantages....
Freightliner Sells ALF
American LaFrance production in Charleston plant will continue until 2007....
NFPA Standards Have Legal Weight
Although most NFPA standards are not laws, they are widely accepted industry standards with considerable legal standing. ...
Stemco Offers Advice on Wet Wheel Ends
Vehicles that have operated with the wheel ends submerged in water need help....
Check Out E-ONE's Training Classes
These popular classes offer instruction on topics ranging from electrical systems to EVTCC exam reviews....
D&S Custom Covers Completes Philly Order
Hosebed covers were installed recently on 68 frontline and reserve pumpers for the Philadelphia Fire Department....
Hendrickson Fire-Maax Suspension Gets New Ratings
The rear air suspension is now available in a 27,000-pound rating for single axles and a 54,000-pound rating for tandem axles....
Jerr-Dan Introduces 60-ton Rotator Wrecker
The new wrecker is suitable for towing heavy vehicles and a variety of rescue and recovery operations....
International to Add 4x4 Model
The design emphasizes maneuverability and visibility....
Rosenbauer Offers SilverStar Body
The new SilverStar pumper offers an economical stainless-steel body with a flexible design....
Houston Awards Major Contract to Ferrara
The $7 million apparatus contract includes seven aerials and five pumpers....
American LaFrance Gets Two Big California Orders
Los Angeles County and San Francisco contract for aerials and rescue units....
NFPA Issues New Apparatus Hose Storage Requirements
A Tentative Interim Amendment affects all hose storage areas on apparatus delivered on or after Nov. 18....
Recent Deliveries for December
Whenever a department writes the specifications for a new apparatus, part of the process should be to look at apparatus being delivered to other departments around the country. ...
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