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Posted: May 18, 2018

New Salt Lake City Fire Station To Create As Much Energy As It Consumes

Station 14 was built as a Net Zero Energy building, a design concept that utilizes solar features, specialized insulation, natural light and other energy-efficient materials ,officials said.

The new facility generates its own power from a 110-kilowatt solar array comprised of more than 300 panels.

Living quarters have 10 single-bunk rooms and two officer suites, and an administrative station office, kitchen, maintenance and training rooms.

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Posted: May 18, 2018

Landmark donates to Sun Prairie Fire Department

“We are very grateful for the incredible support of local fire departments to the Faber family. This donation is to honor the memory of Jesse Faber,” said Shannon Horstmeyer, executive assistant at LSC.

“This is near and dear to my heart,” said Chief Vern Butzine of the Waterloo Fire Department. “Anytime a situation like this happens, we are always there to help out.

“It’s a community effort,” Butzine added. “The strong support of the community and companies like Landmark keep us going. It is very much appreciated.”

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Posted: May 18, 2018

Victor Fire Dept. explores 2 building remodeling options

VICTOR, Mont. — Victor's volunteer fire department is exploring two options for future operations.

It could update its aging facility which was built in the early 1950's, or it could purchase another building close by.

Neither project would require a taxpayer mill levy.

Which ever choice is made the costs would be paid through savings, existing donations and a bank loan.

Many firefighters and EMS personnel say expansion is necessary because of the need for more space, improved technology and safety.

"We've outgrown the building," said Fire Chief Scott Hackett.

Chief Hackett said fire trucks are bigger than they used to be.

Doors on the existing truck barn aren't tall enough.

Standing at the south end of the current truck barn Hackett gestured towards the doors behind him.

"They're 10 feet high," he said, "and the new trucks are 10- feet- six- inches to 11 feet. One engine we put in there we had to take the monitor off it or it wouldn't fit in the door."

Hackett said with 43 firefighters and Emergency Medical Service people using the facility, numbers have grown.

He said the old building is too cramped to move around in or to do adequate training, and he said there isn't enough office space.

The parking lot to the south of the building could be the site of a n

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Posted: May 18, 2018

Fire-Dex to Celebrate 35th Anniversary and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Headquarters Expansion

Fire-Dex expansion

Fire-Dex is inviting the community to celebrate its expansion with a ceremonial ribbon cutting at its headquarters in Medina, Ohio.

Fire-Dex, accompanied by the Mayor of Medina, Dennis Hanwell and the Economic Development Director, Kimberly Marshall, will unveil the new addition at 780 South Progress Drive on June 19 at 10:00am. The celebration, which is open to the public, will be followed by a community lunch and guided facility tours.

With the City of Medina’s bicentennial this year, it couldn’t have made better timing for Fire-Dex to continue contributing to the growth of its community. In addition to the structural build, Fire-Dex plans to bring at least 30 new jobs to the city in the next three years. 

For Fire-Dex, the expansion marks 35 years of business and symbolizes its ongoing commitment to providing sustainable business practices and ensuring the nation’s firefighters and paramedics remain safe and protected head-to-toe with top quality gear.

“With this facility expansion, Fire-Dex can provide even more for our customers,” said Steve Allison, President. “We appreciate the support of our dealer and fire department customers worldwide. They are the key to our success.”

Fire-Dex broke ground in October 2017 on a 29,000 square-foot expansion that extends to the South of the existing building. The expansion includes new offices, a dining hall, on-site training facility, two additional truck bays, expanded warehouse, and a larger shop floor.

For more information about the ribbon cutting ceremony, visit www.firedex.com/ribbon-cutting-ceremony-rsvp. For more information about employment opportunities visit www.firedex.com/employment.

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Posted: May 18, 2018

Canary Teams with State Farm and Verizon to Provide Security for the Nation's First Responders

Pennsylvania paramedic with Canary device

Canary, the NYC-based pioneer in smart home security and intelligent video systems, recently announced a nationwide initiative to put security devices in the hands of those who risk their lives on the front lines with the Salute First Responders program. Through an integrated campaign including consumer-nominated donations, local Protect the Protectors™ donation events carried out in partnership with State Farm, and a month-long promotion with Verizon, Canary is seeking to double its current total of 10,000 donated devices to first responders to 20,000 over the coming months.

Police with Canary device

On April 18, Canary launched the SaluteFirstResponders.com donation hub where visitors can directly nominate deserving individuals or departments to receive Canary security devices. The donations will be fulfilled by an innovative Buy One, Donate One (BODO) promotion exclusive to Verizon retail stores and online. Throughout May, consumers who purchase Canary products will get $50 off each device while also generating a device to be donated to a first responder through the BODO promotion.

In partnership with State Farm, Canary will also host a series of donation events for first responders across the country to outfit entire departments with smart home security cameras. Called Protect the Protectors, the program first launched in 2016 and has since reached more than 50 cities across the U.S. As part of a multi-city, nationwide push, the first Protect the Protectors destination as part of the Salute First Responders initiative will be in Irvine, California, on May 1, 2018. Together with State Farm, Canary has already put security in the hands of more 10,000 first responders, including Ryan Koehler, a firefighter and paramedic in Kansas City, Missouri. See his story here.

“At Canary, we recognize that security and well-being is a true team effort, captained by the men and women who dedicate their lives to keeping our communities safe and stand ready to respond at a moment’s notice,” said Bob Stohrer, chief marketing officer of Canary. “In partnership with State Farm and Verizon, we are doubling down on our efforts to recognize their contributions, donating Canary security devices to first responders and their families all across the U.S. this May.”  

May is the month first responders across the country and world are recognized for their bravery and service through International Firefighters’ Day (May 4), National Police Week (May 13-19), and National EMS Week (May 20-26). Canary and its partners are launching this three-pronged campaign over the month of May in observance of first responders across the country, providing consumers with multiple ways to support:

Protect the Protectors Donation Events: In partnership with State Farm, Canary will expand its long-standing program to put security in the hands of those who keep us secure by hosting local events throughout May, beginning with Irvine, California, on May 1. PTP has already reached more than 50 U.S. communities, including Miami, Dallas, Kansas City, Bloomington, Illinois, and Allentown, Pennsylvania. Learn more about PTP here.

“State Farm is honored to continue the Protect the Protectors initiative with Canary, supporting these brave men and women so that they too can know that their homes and loved ones are safe and secure,” said Heather Paul,

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