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Posted: Nov 23, 2016

Canton (CT) Officials Plan Purchase of New Ambulance

Funds set aside to buy a new fire truck will instead go for a new ambulance. A new ambulance is going to cost the town $256,792 and fire department officials, who oversee the town's emergency medical service, needed an additional $45,182 to pay for it.
On Tuesday the board of selectmen approved the department's request for more money but also debated whether the town is doing all it can to save for when it has to buy new emergency service vehicles.

The selectmen had two options to pay for the ambulance: take money from the town's undesignated fund balance or take it from another account set aside for buying a new fire truck that had $574,066 in it. They chose the latter option.

Fire Chief Craig Robbins told the selectmen that the fund for the fire truck did not have enough money in it and taking money for the ambulance worsens that situation. He said the fire department planned on seeking bids for the truck in the next few months but that may now be pushed out to the summer.

First Selectman Leslee Hill said the town can revisit the issue of paying for a new fire truck when a budget for the upcoming fiscal year is prepared next spring. She said buying new vehicles should be properly funded in the town's annual budget rather than dipping into the fund balance, which is there for emergencies.

The new ambulance would replace one that is eight years old and has 109,250 miles on it, fire department officials said.

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Posted: Nov 23, 2016

Coxreels Offers New Options for the Vacuum Series Reel

 Coxreels Offers New Options for the Vacuum Series Reel

Coxreels V-100 Series product has been improved and is now offered with hose. With a redesigned fluid path, the V-100 Series features improved O-ring sealing for greater vacuum consistency and performance in addition to a new swivel retention system, which has strengthened the frame and prevents separation of the swivel under excessive lateral loading. Along with the redesign, another improvement is zinc plating of the swivel components for greater corrosion protection.

The new swivel design includes another important feature. Previously, the hose reel only accepted 1.5” inlet, but the new swivel allows for the connection of 2” hose on the inlet in addition to the 1.5” hose. This is done by sizing the inlet to fit 1.5” hose on the inside and 2” hose on the outside. This is important because retail shop vacuums come with 2” hose, not 1.5”, thereby making the product more accessible to home and light commercial applications. The outlet remains 1.5” for 1.5” slip hose cuffs.

The reels with hose are offered in two hose lengths but the reel itself remains unchanged. The hose lengths correspond to the HP rating of the vacuum used with the reel. For vacuums with 5 HP or less ratings, the 35’ model is recommended. For vacuums with greater than 5 HP ratings, the 50’ model is recommended. The hose has a super flexible “crush-proof” smooth interior hose suitable for commercial cleaning applications and is equipped with standard 1.5” threaded hose cuffs.

Coxreels® has remained steadfast and focused on manufacturing high quality professional grade hose, cord, and cable reels since 1923. Offering a full product line serving the industry in every channel and application, Coxreels® takes great pride in designing, building, and supporting all of their products right here in the U.S.A.

For further information on Coxreels® new options for the V-100 Series, contact Customer Service at (800) 269-7335 or visit www.coxreels.com.

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Posted: Nov 23, 2016

Coxreels Offers New Options for the Vacuum Series Reel

 Coxreels Offers New Options for the Vacuum Series Reel

Coxreels V-100 Series product has been improved and is now offered with hose. With a redesigned fluid path, the V-100 Series features improved O-ring sealing for greater vacuum consistency and performance in addition to a new swivel retention system, which has strengthened the frame and prevents separation of the swivel under excessive lateral loading. Along with the redesign, another improvement is zinc plating of the swivel components for greater corrosion protection.

The new swivel design includes another important feature. Previously, the hose reel only accepted 1.5” inlet, but the new swivel allows for the connection of 2” hose on the inlet in addition to the 1.5” hose. This is done by sizing the inlet to fit 1.5” hose on the inside and 2” hose on the outside. This is important because retail shop vacuums come with 2” hose, not 1.5”, thereby making the product more accessible to home and light commercial applications. The outlet remains 1.5” for 1.5” slip hose cuffs.

The reels with hose are offered in two hose lengths but the reel itself remains unchanged. The hose lengths correspond to the HP rating of the vacuum used with the reel. For vacuums with 5 HP or less ratings, the 35’ model is recommended. For vacuums with greater than 5 HP ratings, the 50’ model is recommended. The hose has a super flexible “crush-proof” smooth interior hose suitable for commercial cleaning applications and is equipped with standard 1.5” threaded hose cuffs.

Coxreels® has remained steadfast and focused on manufacturing high quality professional grade hose, cord, and cable reels since 1923. Offering a full product line serving the industry in every channel and application, Coxreels® takes great pride in designing, building, and supporting all of their products right here in the U.S.A.

For further information on Coxreels® new options for the V-100 Series, contact Customer Service at (800) 269-7335 or visit www.coxreels.com.

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Posted: Nov 23, 2016

Minor burns in explosive flash aboard boat at Port of Bellingham

A man suffered minor burns Tuesday when a flammable liquid, possibly gasoline, ignited in a brief flash aboard a fishing boat on a trailer in the parking lot of the Port of Bellingham offices, 1801 Roeder Ave., near the Squalicum Harbor boat launch. Bellingham Fire Department officials said the man was examined by firefighters, and he decided to seek medical attention on his own.
- PUB DATE: 11/23/2016 2:17:36 AM - SOURCE: Bellingham Herald
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Posted: Nov 23, 2016

Spokane fire officials will visit residents by request to assess risk and form escape plan

Sienna Kaufman’s most treasured possessions are four stuffed animals and her dog, Bella. She is 8 years old and lives with her mom Ryna Kaufman in a neat manufactured home in Otis Orchards. Last week, the Kaufmans had a visit from Spokane Valley Fire Department, not because they had a fire, but because they are doing their best to prevent one and be prepared just in case something happens.
- PUB DATE: 11/23/2016 2:00:55 AM - SOURCE: Spokane Spokesman-Review
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