Task Force Tips and AMKUS Rescue Systems invite you to join them for a day of tours, product and service demonstrations, food, and conversation at their first annual “Powered by Innovation” Media Day celebration on Wednesday, October 19th, 2016 in Valparaiso, Indiana.
“This is the easiest way for TFT to show everyone that although it is the parent company of AMKUS, the two businesses have separate, unique and independent operations,” explained Rod Carringer, TFT Chief Marketing Manager. “Both companies are devoted to designing and manufacturing tools that exceed the expectations of those who risk their lives to save others. But visitors will see firsthand how each of the companies goes about doing that in its own unique way.”
AMKUS, which was acquired by TFT in February 2016, is one of the nation’s leaders in providing cutting edge hydraulic extrication equipment and rescue systems to emergency responders worldwide. Formerly of Downers Grove, IL, the Midwestern company began business as a fledgling family start up in 1971 – mirroring the year and means that TFT broke into the marketplace with its revolutionary automatic nozzle.
“As guests tour our new 55,000 square foot plant, they’ll be introduced to our newest acquisition – the 911 Tools Rescue Strut product line,” said Kyle Smith, president of AMKUS Rescue Systems. “The 911 Tool line will allow AMKUS to offer an even wider range of high quality rescue products at an affordable price.”
The 911 Tools Rescue Strut line is a patented, state-of-the-art vehicle stabilization and rescue system that integrates the dependability of hand-powered hydraulics with the time honored structural components of the strut. Its ease of set up and structural load rating will allow rescue professionals to confidently raise and lower materials as quickly as emergency circumstances allow.
“When people visit us on Media Day, they’re going to see that we’re still the AMKUS that everyone has grown to know and trust, but we’re also embracing change and growing with the needs of those whom we service,” Smith said. “We still have our own distribution network, field managers and marketing network. The part people may or may not notice is the growth we’ve already experienced with our new ability to tap into TFT’s extensive research, development and new product innovations resources.”
TFT, located at 3701 Innovation Way in Valparaiso, Indiana, is a leader in the development and delivery of high-performance firefighting products to emergency responders worldwide. AMKUS Headquarters, located at 4201 Montdale Drive in Valparaiso, is a brisk walk or short drive from TFT’s front door.
For more information about Media Day, lodging for out-of-town guests, or to RSVP for the event, please call Jennifer Lemmon at (800) 548-5000 or send an email to jennifer.lemmon@amkus.com Onsite parking will be available.
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