Shelby, NC—HURST Jaws of Life is introducing the SC 758E2 with improved ratings, wider spreads, and larger cutter openings.

The new HURST Jaws of Life SC 758E2, part of the Li-Ion rechargeable battery-powered eDRAULIC line, offers a C9 NFPA Cutter rating and an overall rating of A8/B9/C9/DE/E9. The cutting performance combines with a 1” increase in spreading distance (18.7 inches) and nearly two inches more in the cutter opening.

Fast opening and closing action on the SC 758E2 ensure speed during time-critical rescues, and the cutting blade surface is taken to the end of the blade for more aggressive blade geometry. HURST Jaws of Life “Shark Tooth” removable tips—four rows of shark-like teeth for maximum grip—offer multifunctional design while the ergonomically designed star-grip allows for tool actuation from almost any gripping position. 

The SC 758E2 is expected to ship in mid- to late November and replaces the SC 757E2.

For more information, visit www.jawsoflife.com.

MIAMI, FL—Sutphen Corporation, the largest family-owned fire apparatus manufacturer in the nation, recently received a six apparatus order from Miami-Dade (FL) Fire Rescue (MDFR). 

The six recently ordered apparatus include three custom pumpers, one SPH 100 midmount aerial platform, one hazmat apparatus, and one heavy rescue apparatus. 

“We are excited about the opportunity to provide Miami-Dade Fire Rescue with such a broad range of trucks for this order,” said David Stonitsch, owner of Sutphen’s Florida dealer, South Florida Emergency Vehicles. “We value our past relationship with MDFR and look forward to a great partnership in the future.” 

Currently, MDFR has eight Sutphen aerial platform apparatus in service, but this order includes the first nonaerial trucks the department will purchase from the family-owned business. 

“With four different types of apparatus, we are excited to showcase our breadth and ability to manufacture high-quality and heavy duty-apparatus of all types,” said fourth-generation president of the corporation, Drew Sutphen. “After working with our aerial platforms for the past five years, and seeing the quality of work we produce, MDFR decided to work with our company for more of their fleet’s needs.” 

Since 2014, Miami-Dade Fire Rescue has purchased six SP 70 midmount aerial platforms and two SPH 100 midmount aerial platforms. These eight aerial apparatus have served the Miami-Dade community during structure fires, rescue operations, motor vehicle accidents and more. 

Miami-Dade is the seventh most populous county in the United States and MDFR serves 29 municipalities with response units dedicated to fire and rescue operations, hazmat, urban search and rescue, technical rescue, ocean rescue, and more. 

Each of the new apparatus will be manufactured to southern Florida’s unique firefighting needs with severe-duty air conditioning and clean cabs specifically installed in the order. 

For more information, visit https://www.sutphen.com/.

When helicopter crews in Western Washington were unavailable Sunday, a team from the Spokane area jumped into action to rescue three hikers from a peak in the Central Cascades. The call for help came after a fourth member of the hiking group, 61-year-old Ann Nelson, lost her footing on a narrow path and fell to her death on Iron Cap Mountain.
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The Williams Flats Fire has now scorched more than 34,000 acres as residents of about two dozen homes remain under mandatory evacuation notices. The blaze is about 25 percent contained and no structures have burned, according to fire officials. Fire activity was so intense on the northeast edge of the fire Wednesday that firefighters had to disengage for safety reasons.
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APPLETON, WI—Pierce Manufacturing Inc., company, announced that it will display an extensive array of apparatus and new technology innovations during the FRI 2019. Visitors will have the opportunity to learn more about the latest developments in fire apparatus, fire truck features, and technology that improves safety and efficiency for those who work in the fire service. The seven Pierce fire trucks that will be on display include: 

• Enforcer™ Ascendant® 110’ Single-Axle Heavy-Duty Platform PUC™
• Velocity® Ascendant 107’ Single-Axle Heavy-Duty Aerial Ladder 
• Velocity Ascendant 100’ Heavy-Duty Aerial Tower 
• Saber® Pumper
• Enforcer PUC Pumper
• Velocity PUC Pumper
• Enforcer Pumper

Other exhibit highlights will include: 

• Demonstrations of Pierce® Situational Awareness System by Fotokite: The new Pierce Situational Awareness System by Fotokite is a self-piloting, actively tethered aerial device that can be deployed from any apparatus or easy-to-transport Pelican™ case, and is retrofittable with apparatus currently in service. The device offers increased response effectiveness through aerial and thermal imagery to assess the size and scope of a fire. As the industry’s only aerial situational awareness system that actively tethers to the fire apparatus and can hard-wire into the vehicle system, there’s no need for a piloting license or certificate of authorization, and no battery life limitations to work around. Pierce’s booth will offer periodic demonstrations to show how the device helps response effectiveness.

“Apparatus and technology innovations have been monumental for our organization in recent years as we’ve addressed voice of customer feedback to set benchmarks for performance in the industry,” said Jim Johnson, president of Pierce Manufacturing. “Not only do those who work in the fire service deserve the best apparatus to serve their communities, our team is committed to providing premier products and services that support the critical work of these dedicated men and women. Pierce’s FRI exhibit will show the expansiveness of our product and service platforms and how recent advancements support the unique needs of firefighters.”  

In addition to booth displays and demonstrations, Pierce is the sponsor of the IAFC’s Fire Chief of the Year award which is presented to two honorees. The pretigious Fire Chief of the Year award recognizes one volunteer and one career fire chief for their leadership, innovation, professional development, integrity, public service, and contributions to the fire service. 

“It is an honor to take part in the inspiring moment each year when we have the opportunity to share the nominations for the two Fire Chief of the Year award honorees,” said Johnson. “The recipients exemplify what it means to be a leader, and on behalf of the Pierce Manufacturing team, we share our heartfelt gratitude for their service.”

For more information, visit www.piercemfg.com.