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Posted: Apr 21, 2016

AMOS: A Worthy Successor to Orlaco's Success Story

Indianapolis, IN (April 21, 2016) - The AMOS compact camera from Orlaco is designed for the premium market. This robust camera can be used on all types of vehicle, from forklift trucks to container ships. Orlaco has now developed this success story further and has made changes to the design. FAMOS has emerged as a worthy successor. The redesign of the hardware and a new housing have enhanced the camera's resistance against electromagnetic interference, and have improved its reliability even further. With the FAMOS, Orlaco has reached an even higher class for its compact cameras.



Smart and Compact Design
The new FAMOS cameras are characterized by hardware enhancements. The redesign has reduced the number of parts, which has increased the reliability of the camera further. This has allowed the camera to achieve the highest EMC standards. With its advanced CMOS sensor, the camera has a light sensitivity of 0.05 lux. "The new lens in this camera has heated glass as standard, with a special hard coating to prevent scratches -everything that's needed to achieve a perfect view," Orlaco explains.

Waterproof Housing
The FAMOS camera is filled with a dual-component automotive filler, meaning that the camera is completely sealed. The FAMOS is therefore guaranteed to be waterproof. Even water vapor and dust are unable to penetrate the camera. Thanks to this construction, the camera has improved resistance against shock and vibrations. The housing is made of high-quality industrial plastic, which is resistant to dirt and aggressive fluids. The camera orientation can be adjusted precisely using a mark in the housing. The item number, angular aperture and other marks are printed using laser technology. The FAMOS is available with the following lens angles: 170°, 129°, 118°, 102°, 80°, 60°, 40° and 20°.

More Information about Famos

See our Orlaco booth #3170 at FDIC 2016.
For expert advice tailored to your requirements, or for more information, please contact the International Sales Support team at Orlaco on +31 (0) 342 404 555 or iss@orlaco.com.

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Posted: Apr 21, 2016

Sutphen Introduces Rear-Mount Aerial

At FDIC International, 2016, Sutphen is offering a first ever rear-mount aerial ladder. “The SLR 75 is the first in the new line of rear mounts, and we plan to expand the line in the near future,” says Alissa McGlone, marketing and trade show manager for Sutphen Corp. “If attendees haven’t seen it yet, I strongly encourage you to come by our booth or check out our social media pages and Web stie for all the details. This is a first for Sutphen, and we are excited to offer another solution to our firefighters’ needs.” She adds that when it comes to aerials, “We want to change the way firefighters think about Sutphen.”

FDIC International is well known as a show where fire service vendors introduce new innovations. But, McGlone says that the most important part of exhibiting at FDIC International is the attendee. “As a company, when we make a commitment to exhibit, we make a commitment to the attendee that we will put our best product on that show floor and that we will make sure attendees see everything Sutphen has to offer at its absolute best,” she says. “We want to impress the attendees and have them walk away saying, ‘That is the fire truck manufacturer I want to build my next truck.’ We do it all for them.”

McGlone adds that for attendees, the exhibit floor is something they do not want to miss. “Attendees have access to the industry’s premier manufacturers of equipment—large and small,” she says. “The industry’s best and most innovative products are on display. This is definitely the place to be if you are looking to spec or buy equipment.”

McGlone adds that the atmosphere is a big part of the show. “FDIC International is truly an event centered around the advancement of the industry and the firefighter,” she says. “When you combine the best in education and training, exposure to industry and equipment nnovation, along with community and team building events, it’s just something that you can’t help but want to be a part of. The atmosphere is electric!”

As shown at the show, here are some specs:

  • Sutphen 62-inch extended cab with flat roof
  • 206-inch wheelbase
  • 12-foot, 1¾-inch travel height
  • 36-foot, 2-inch travel length
  • Four-door, six-person cab
  • 400-hp Cummins ISL 9 Engine
  • Allison Gen 5 EVS3000 Automatic Transmission
  • Hale Qmax 1,500-gpm pump
  • 300-gallon tank
  • Stainless Steel Body
  • 222 cubic feet of compartment space
  • Safety Vision Camera System
  • 24-Inch Bumper
  • 10-kW Smart Power Generator
  • Body chute ladder storage

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Posted: Apr 21, 2016

New Research Shows GORE Protective Barriers to be Best Choice for Reducing Firefighter Heat Stress

Indianapolis, IN (April 20, 2016) - At the FDIC International 2016 Conference, W. L. Gore & Associates presented the results of a human study that evaluated the physiological impact of protective barriers currently available in turnout gear. Conducted by a third party, this study confirmed that wearing the GORE® PARALLON™ liner system delivered the highest breathability followed closely by CROSSTECH® black moisture barrier, with both significantly better than the competition.

A group of firefighters wearing turnout gear completed a defined work/rest cycle in a controlled environment while their body core temperatures, heart rates, and skin temperatures were monitored. Over a period of several weeks, the same participants repeated the trial three times so they could wear each set of gear containing one of the three different protective barriers.

Before the trial began, each turnout gear composite was tested for Total Heat Loss (THL) and Resistance to Sweat Evaporation (RET) to determine which test method was more aligned with human physiological results. Several results of the trial were significant:

  • First, the firefighters’ physiological responses were the best when they were wearing gear with Gore’s protective barriers.
  • Second, all of the firefighters were able to complete the trial while they were wearing gear with Gore’s protective barriers. On the contrary, 40 percent of them could not finish the test when wearing the competitive barrier because their heart rates exceeded their maximum rates, which were established as part of the safety criteria before the trial began.
  • Finally, the RET results directly correlated with the participants’ physiological response, whereas THL did not.

Visit www.GoreProtectiveFabrics.com/Heat-Stress-Management for more information about this study.


About W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.

Gore is a technology-driven company focused on discovery and product innovation. Well known for waterproof, breathable GORE-TEX® fabric, the company’s portfolio includes everything from high-performance fabrics and implantable medical devices to industrial manufacturing GORE® Protective Barriers Shown to Reduce heat Stress Better CROSSTECH, GORE‐TEX, PARALLON, GORE and design are trademarks of W. L. Gore & Associates components and aerospace electronics. Founded in 1958 and headquartered in Newark, Delaware, Gore employs more than 10,000 associates worldwide. Gore is one of a select few companies to appear on all of the U.S. “100 Best Companies to Work For” lists since the rankings debuted in 1984.The company also appears regularly on similar lists around the world. Learn more at www.gore.com

 

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Posted: Apr 21, 2016

Firefighters rescue mom, 2 kids from burning Lacey-area home

PHOTO: A mom and her two kids experienced some terrifying moments overnight before emergency responders rescued them from their burning home. Firefighters and Thurston County sheriff's deputies responded to the Lacey-area home shortly at around midnight after receiving reports of a fire there. Arriving at the scene, they found a mother and her two children trapped on the second story of the burning home as smoke swirled around them.
- PUB DATE: 4/21/2016 10:39:18 AM - SOURCE: KIMA-TV CBS 29 Yakima
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Posted: Apr 21, 2016

Firefighters rescue mom, 2 kids from burning Lacey-area home

PHOTO: A mom and her two kids experienced some terrifying moments overnight before emergency responders rescued them from their burning home. Firefighters and Thurston County sheriff's deputies responded to the Lacey-area home shortly at around midnight after receiving reports of a fire there. Arriving at the scene, they found a mother and her two children trapped on the second story of the burning home as smoke swirled around them.
- PUB DATE: 4/21/2016 10:39:18 AM - SOURCE: KIMA-TV CBS 29 Yakima
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