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Welcome

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

A Minneapolis (MN) VFW Needed to Take Down a Tattered Flag. A City Ladder Truck Was Just the Tool for the Job

Posted: Jun 1, 2026

A Minneapolis (MN) VFW Needed to Take Down a Tattered Flag. A City Ladder Truck Was Just the Tool for the Job

Minneapolis firefighters assisted VFW Post 246 in replacing a worn flagpole and flags.

The post A Minneapolis (MN) VFW Needed to Take Down a Tattered Flag. A City Ladder Truck Was Just the Tool for the Job appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Bringing Safety Home Fire Safety Advocacy Award Recipients Announced

Posted: Jun 1, 2026

Bringing Safety Home Fire Safety Advocacy Award Recipients Announced

Sean Tracey and Mayor Ken Branner received the Bringing Safety Home award for their advocacy of home fire sprinklers, promoting public safety and education in North America.

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US Fire Pump: More Than Pumps

Posted: Jun 1, 2026

US Fire Pump: More Than Pumps

US Fire Pump is a company providing not only pumps but entire industrial fire solutions along with an entire municipal division.

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Beyond the Label: Understanding Certifications and Claims for Firefighting Foams

Posted: Jun 1, 2026

Beyond the Label: Understanding Certifications and Claims for Firefighting Foams

For decision makers, the challenge is about identifying a foam that actually works and understanding which quality and credibility signals truly matter.

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