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The Finest Supporting the Bravest!

The purpose of the Fire Mechanics Section is to promote standardization of fire apparatus and equipment preventative maintenance, improve safety standards and practices, promote workshops, conferences, and seminars related to the purposes of this Section, and to promote cost savings through standardization of building and equipment purchasing and maintenance.

RECENT FIRE MECHANIC NEWS

Is Your Apparatus Fit for Duty?

Posted: Dec 17, 2025

Is Your Apparatus Fit for Duty?

If apparatus gets to a scene, will it pump water correctly, power the aerial device, or power the rescue tools needed for the mission?

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Use of Fluorine-Free Firefighting Foams

Posted: Dec 17, 2025

Use of Fluorine-Free Firefighting Foams

The makers of various F3 foams are instructing users on the differences in their application and their effectiveness compared with AFFF.

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Firefighting Robot Deployed at Lumberyard Fire

Posted: Dec 17, 2025

Firefighting Robot Deployed at Lumberyard Fire

A fire at the Central Missouri Reload Inc. lumberyard in Kansas City caused damage estimated at $5 million.

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PA Governor Presents State Appropriation of $7M to Harrisburg Bureau of Fire

Posted: Dec 17, 2025

PA Governor Presents State Appropriation of $7M to Harrisburg Bureau of Fire

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro announced a 40 percent funding increase for the Harrisburg Bureau of Fire, raising state funding to $7 million to enhance community safety.

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