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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

Posted: Dec 1, 2021

KME Welcomes Dependable Emergency Vehicles as New Dealer in Ontario

NESQUEHONING, PA November 29, 2021 -KME, a subsidiary of REV Group® and a leading manufacturer of fire apparatus, is pleased to welcome Dependable Emergency Vehicles as the dealer covering parts of the Ontario province in Canada.

Founded in 1975, Dependable is a family operated business with a dedicated team of more than 60 employees. With three locations in Ontario, its main facility in Brampton is 40,000 square feet and features 40 full-service bays for bodywork, painting, refurbishing and truck repairs by fully licensed and EVT certified technicians.

“We are thrilled and honored to be selected by the REV Group to represent KME Fire Apparatus. We are ready to serve KME customers in Ontario with a dedicated sales and service team with over 100 years of combined knowledge,” said Pino Natale, Director of Dependable Emergency Vehicles.

KME Director of Sales Chris McClung said “We are excited to welcome Dependable Emergency Vehicles as a KME sales and service organization. We are confident that Pino and his team will help grow the KME presence throughout Ontario.”

Dependable Emergency Vehicles will cover all areas in Ontario except for the Haldimand, Halton, Hamilton, Sudbury, Waterloo and Wellington regions, which will continue to be serviced by longtime KME dealer Metz Fire & Rescue.

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About KME

KME is a true sole source manufacturer of high quality, custom fire apparatus including, Aerial, Industrial, Pumper, Rescue, Tanker, and Wildland products. KME is owned by the REV Group (NYSE: REVG).

About REV Group, Inc.

REV Group® companies are leading designers and manufacturers of specialty vehicles and related aftermarket parts and services, which serve a diversified customer base, primarily in the United States, through three segments: Fire & Emergency, Commercial, and Recreation. They provide customized vehicle solutions for applications, including essential needs for public services (ambulances, fire apparatus, school buses, and transit buses), commercial infrastructure (terminal trucks and industrial sweepers), and consumer leisure (recreational vehicles). REV Group’s diverse portfolio is made up of well-established principal vehicle brands, including many of the most recognizable names within their industry. Several of REV Group’s brands pioneered their specialty vehicle product categories and date back more than 50 years. REV Group trades on the NYSE under the symbol REVG. Investors-REVG

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Posted: Dec 1, 2021

Photo of the Day: December 1, 2021

Midwest Fire—New River Volunteer Fire & Rescue, Crumpler, SC, pumper-tanker. Freightliner M2 106 cab and chassis; Cummins L9 350-hp engine; Waterous CSU 1,500-gpm pump; APR polypropylene 3,000-gallon water tank; three Newton stainless-steel dump valves with telescoping chutes; Zico electric portable tank carrier; 3,000-gallon portable tank; All-Poly™ construction. Dealer: Joe Hlushak, Midwest Fire, Luverne, MN.

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Posted: Nov 30, 2021

Cleveland (OH) Ladder Truck Catches Fire at Station 10

A Cleveland (OH) ladder truck caught fire at Station 10 Monday night, reports Cleveland19.com.

Officials say one crew member noticed smoke coming from the roof of the station, located at East 101st and Chester, around 6 p.m.

The fire was quickly extinguished and contained to just the apparatus. No injuries were reported, and its cause is under investigation.

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Posted: Nov 30, 2021

Meet Canada’s ‘Coolest’ Fire Apparatus

Canada’s ‘Coolest’ Fire Truck debuts at Newmarket’s outdoor ice rink this season. Central York (Canada) Fire Services’ newest apparatus Zamboni Z429 stationed at Riverwalk Commons to clear ice and spark fire safety conversations. A BIG THANKS to @Knightworks1 for this amazing design, @Dependable_EV for the fire truck lights and the @NFPA for letting @Sparky_Fire_Dog be a part of this great public education initiative. @TownofNewmarket @ZamboniCompany #Zamboni

Newmarket, Ontario, Wednesday, November 17, 2020 – Central York Fire Services (CYFS) and the Town of Newmarket are excited to unveil the newest apparatus in the fire fleet – Z429 – a Zamboni, wrapped as a fire truck. The machine will be stationed at the outdoor rink at Riverwalk Commons (200 Doug Duncan Drive) to clear the ice all winter long. This creative campaign aims to break the ice on the fire safety conversation within each family and the wider community.

“Public education for fire safety is our number one priority which is why we’re excited to bring the ‘Coolest Fire Truck in Canada’ to Newmarket’s outdoor rink for the 2021-2022 season,” says Chief Ian Laing. “The pandemic restrictions have made it challenging to truly engage our community and keep fire safety top of mind while everyone is grappling with message overload. Adding Z429 to the fleet gives us an opportunity to meet people of all ages, where they are, in a safe and fun way to spark conversations about fire safety.”

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Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Chair

Elliot Courage
North Whatcom Fire & Rescue
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Mike Smith 
Pierce County Fire District #5
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Greg Bach
South Snohomish County Fire & Rescue
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Doug Jones
South Kitsap Fire & Rescue
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Paul Spencer 
Fire Fleet Maintenance LLC
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Jim Morris
Mountain View Fire Department
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Arnie Kuchta

Clark County Fire District 6

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Brett Annear
Kitsap County Fire District 18
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Posted: Oct 21, 2015

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Jay Jacks
Camano Island Fire & Rescue
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Posted: Oct 20, 2015

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Brian Fortner
Graham Fire & Rescue

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