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Posted: Apr 6, 2017

Mike Bowman Joins USSC Group Valor Seating

Exton, PA, April 6, 2017 -- USSC Group announced today the appointment of Mike Bowman as Sales Manager for the organization. 

“We are all very excited to welcome Mike to the USSC Group team.   Mike has been a respected leader in the fire industry for 34 years, ” said Joe Mirabile, President and CEO of USSC Group. “As a Fire Chief, Mike understands the unique needs of first responders. His experience in sales, manufacturing and distribution will benefit all of our customers.”

Mike will report to Steve Toren, Vice President of Valor Sales to continue the expansion of the company's strategic growth plan throughout North America.

"I was very impressed with the quality of the products and the great people at USSC during my interactions with them,” said Bowman. “As a Fire Chief, I have always been a believer in bringing the best possible products to our first responders. I look forward to working with and educating our heroes on the Valor products.”

Bowman has been involved in the first service and fire service industry for over four decades. He has served as a fire chief for 13 years. For the last 15 years, Bowman has served the industry with consistently growing responsibilities and has held active roles in sales, manufacturing, distribution, and customer service. Most recently, he held the position of VP of sales for Smeal Fire Apparatus Companies and Spartan Chassis. He has been active within FDSOA and currently sits on the FAMA Board of Directors.

About USSC Group
USSC Group is a world-class design and engineering company focused on providing safety and survivability solutions to the commerical and military transporation markets.   As a leader in the industry, they continue to develop the most durable and ergonomically designed seats to reduce day-to-day driver fatigue and stress.  The Group consists of different companies broken into 3 segments – seating, fire suppression, and services. USSC Group is a privately held holding company with manufacturing locations in United States, Sweden, and Poland, headquartered in Exton, PA. 
 

 

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Posted: Apr 6, 2017

RV fire under West Seattle Bridge raises safety concerns in wake of Atlanta freeway collapse

Nobody was hurt after a fire at a homeless RV camp underneath the West Seattle Bridge, but it has raised concerns in the wake of the recent I-85 bridge collapse in Atlanta. A witness showed Q13 News video of the fire which showed flames high enough to reach the bridge for about 20 minutes. Firefighters arrived, put out the fire and made sure nobody was injured.
- PUB DATE: 4/6/2017 11:02:58 AM - SOURCE: KCPQ-TV FOX 13
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Posted: Apr 6, 2017

Owensboro Fire Dept. Gets New Ladder Truck

Firefighters in Owensboro debuted their new million dollar set of wheels on Thursday.

Firefighters spent the morning practicing with a new ladder truck at their training center. The cost of the new truck was less than $1.1 million.

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Posted: Apr 6, 2017

Turners Falls Fire District Seeks New Ladder Truck

TURNERS FALLS - The Turners Falls Fire Department will be seeking a new ladder truck at this year's annual district meeting set for April 18.The fire district is requesting either $150,000 for the first year payment of the lease, or $996,000 to...

The fire district is requesting either $150,000 for the first year payment of the lease, or $996,000 to purchase the truck outright. Turners Falls Fire Chief John Zellmann said whether they end up requesting the lease or the purchase depends on which option is more affordable for the town.



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Posted: Apr 6, 2017

4 Scappoose Firefighters Injured in Fire Truck Accident

Four firefighters were taken to the hospital after the fire truck they were in was involved in an accident, according to the Scappoose Fire District. Spokeswoman Cheryl Engstrom said the firefighters were being evaluated for non-life threatening injuries. The incident happened at about 9:30 on Raymond Creek Road.

An on-scene division chief told KATU News that the fire truck rolled into a ditch about 100 yards from the training site.



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