A Boston fire engine is now in service in with a northern New Hampshire fire department after one of its primary engines was retired from service sooner than expected, according to a report published by Salmon Press.

According to the web report, the 2011 engine is on an extended loan to Littleton Fire Department to help meet the gap in its fleet while a new apparatus is on order.

The Boston engine is a lot like the out-of-service apparatus it replaces, according to the report, and Littleton firefighters have been outfitting it as needed and placing new decals an identifiers on it to match the community. The report said the amount of time Littleton gets to use it has been extended indefinitely.

The current chief reportedly said in the news article that having been in the fire service for a number of years, he asked the Boston Fire Department if they had any spare apparatus the community could purchase. Instead, Boston gave the town free use of the apparatus.

Voters approved a five-year lease for new engine in March and it was intended that the engine taken out of service was going to remain in service until the new vehicle was fully paid, according to the report.

The damage to the engine, however, was too extensive and, due to mechanical problems and severe corrosion forced it out of service immediately, the report said.

Littleton is planning to get six months to a year’s worth of service out of the Boston engine without any issues and, by then, it’s hoped the town finances are straightened out and Littleton can start on a capital improvement plan to replace apparatus as needed, the report said.

AMKUS Rescue Systems has introduced an all-new ram that offers high performance and speed in both a battery powered (iTR500) and twin-lined version (TR500). The ram is constructed from solid aluminum and is ready for service in the severe duty challenging first responders.

The ram is the perfect addition to AMKUS’s full line of cutters, spreaders, and combi-tools. It has plenty of power with a 46,500lbs (206kN) pushing force from the 1^st stage and extends up to 50”. The ram also offers great maneuverability with a valve assembly handle that easily rotates out of harm’s way. The ION model is powered by a DEWALT FLEXVOLT 60-volt battery that can be shared with over 200 other tools.

According to Kyle Smith, AMKUS President, “I’m pleased with the feedback we’ve received on our newest ram addition. It’s powerful, quick, and versatile and it’s solid aluminum body is rugged and durable.”

Contact your local AMKUS dealer for a local demonstration or for more information.

Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE:OSK) company, has announced today that it will showcase a broad selection of the latest in fire apparatus design and innovation with 12 fire trucks to be on display during the Fire Department Instructors Conference (FDIC) on August 5 – 7, 2021 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Attendees can find Pierce’s display located in the north end zone of Lucas Oil Stadium (booth #8807).

“Over the last year and a half, our team continued in a pivotal role to create advanced solutions that support municipalities’ initiatives and help improve firefighters’ safety and efficiency,” said Lisa Barwick, vice president of marketing. “We’re eager to showcase our most recently developed fire apparatus and technology features, as well as meet with FDIC attendees to further demonstrate the innovation that spans across our product and service platforms.”

Pierce’s FDIC 2021 Booth Will Feature: 

• Enforcer™ Heavy-Duty Rescue Pumper
• Velocity^® Pumper with PACCAR MX-13 Engine and Idle Reduction Technology
• Velocity PUC™ Pumper
• Arrow XT™ Pumper
• Enforcer PUC Pumper
• Enforcer Ascendant^® 107′ Heavy-Duty Aerial Ladder – Single Rear Axle
• Velocity Ascendant 100′ Heavy-Duty Aerial Tower
• Enforcer Ascendant 107′ Heavy-Duty Tiller Aerial Ladder
• Enforcer 75′ Heavy-Duty Aluminum Aerial Ladder
• Velocity 100′ Heavy-Duty Steel Aerial Platform
• Velocity chassis with a Frontline Communication C-45X-2 Rehab Unit
• Type 3 Wildland on a Freightliner commercial chassis with exclusive side roll protection air bags

Barwick continued, “The launch of our new Pierce^® Volterra™ platform of electric vehicles and the first Pierce Volterra zero-emissions pumper placed in service in Madison, WI in June 2021 is an example of our commitment to leading innovation based on direct input from our customers. While the Pierce Volterra pumper will remain in service during FDIC 2021, our booth will offer an electric vehicle technology kiosk and a knowledgeable team who will walk attendees through the electric fire truck’s attributes.”

In addition to product and technology demonstrations, on Friday, August 6 at 1:00 pm (EDT), the opening ceremony for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) 9/11 Stair Climb event will take place at Pierce’s central core location near the entrance of Lucas Oil Stadium. The 9/11 Stair Climb is a way for attendees to honor and remember those in the fire service community who selflessly gave their lives, so that others might live. In recent years, nearly 700 FDIC participants have paid tribute by climbing or walking the equivalent of the 110 stories of the World Trade Center.

The Mobile Sentry tethered aerial system (TAS) is an automated, quick-deploy, tethered drone system capable of delivering scene lighting, enhanced visual surveillance, and telecommunications. The Will-Burt Company will be conducting live demonstrations of the Mobile Sentry TAS at the FDIC International exhibition held in Indianapolis, Indiana, from August 2-7, 2021.

With autonomous launch, flight, and landing features, personnel can be designated to critical tasks requiring more diligence rather than piloting and flight monitoring. Reaching an elevation up to 150 feet / 45 meters, the TAS provides wide area coverage of the emergency scene. Interchangeable and multi-payload capabilities including thermal sensors, video tracking and license plate reading, communication devices, LED lights, and EO cameras allow the Mobile Sentry to be tailored for multiple scenarios. Mobile Sentry is a lightweight, man-portable tethered drone system with portable or vehicle base stations available.

Richard Lewin, CEO and President of Will-Burt comments, “The progression of elevation solutions from Will-Burt is revolutionizing the industry with the latest technology available. Will-Burt is proud to be the first to provide high-powered scene lighting from a drone system designed specifically for first responders. This technology changes the way an operation is not only illuminated but also recorded for evidence and safety.”

After FDIC International, Will-Burt Sales Team will be available for live demonstrations of the Mobile Sentry system. Visit www.willburt.com for more information.