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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: Jul 21, 2021

Honolulu (HI) Fire Department Responds to Medical Call, Gets Truck Stolen

After responding to a medical call early Saturday morning, Honolulu (HI) Fire Department (HFD) firefighters discovered their truck had been stolen, reports hawaiinewsnow.com.

Department officials say personnel responded to a medical call at a home on Farrington Highway at around 3:30 a.m. Upon arrival, HFD entered the home and left the ladder truck running with its lights on—standard procedure in such emergencies.

Officials say the crew exited the home at 4 a.m. when they discovered the truck was gone and immediately notified police.

Authorities said officers found the fire truck and the suspect, who was promptly arrested, minutes later at a 7-11 in Makaha. No injuries—and nothing missing and no damage to the truck—were reported.

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Posted: Jul 21, 2021

Stafford (NJ) Volunteer Fire Co. Welcomes $1.1M, Pierce Enforcer 107-Foot Aerial Ladder Truck

The Stafford (NJ) Volunteer Fire Co. on Friday welcomed a Pierce Enforcer 107-foot aerial ladder truck to its Station 47 on Stafford Avenue, reports thesandpaper.net.

Last July, the township council gave the department the green light to acquire the nearly $1.1 million apparatus from Fire and Safety Services Ltd., based in South Plainfield.

The single-axle truck carries 500 gallons of water and has galvanized frame rails to help alleviate corrosion from salt water. In addition, it has a saw box on the side of the ladder, so it’s more easily accessible as firefighters make the climb.

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Posted: Jul 21, 2021

New Haven (IN) Fire/EMS Cuts Ribbon on Main Fire Station Expansion



According to a report from WANE, a ribbon cutting ceremony was held Tuesday in New Haven, Indiana, to celebrate the the completion of the expansion of the New Haven Fire/EMS’s main fire station.

New Haven Mayor Steven McMichael said that the expansion was dedicated to the men and women of public safety.

McMichael also said the building will also be used as a vaccination and COVID-19 testing site as well as a heating or cooling shelter during mass power outages.

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Posted: Jul 21, 2021

TFT Releases New Extend-A-Gun VP

VP offers a complete solution from TFT: monitor, nozzle, waterway, and valve!

(Valparaiso, Indiana)– When TFT introduced the Extend-A-GunTM telescoping waterway series, it revolutionized the way monitors could be utilized on fire apparatus. Extend-A-Guns allow deck mounted monitors to easily raise from a stowed position to operate above apparatus obstructions like cab roofs, lighting, hose reels, or generators. The manual and RC version of Extend-A-Gun can be found on fire trucks around the globe.

TFT is now adding to the series with the new Extend-A-Gun VPTM.  The VP’s deploy and stow operations are efficiently controlled by pneumatics and the unit includes an integrated manual valve.

The VP ‘s manually controlled valve eliminates the need for a separate inline valve upstream from the Extend-A-Gun. The valve incorporates TFT’s proven half ball design for longevity. The TFT valve offers unrivaled plumbing flexibility. It’s compatible with a variety of pumps, panels, and plumbing configurations so it’s easy to install as well as service in the field. In a single SKU, OEM’s can install plumbing connection to the bottom or side of unit. The valve also allows for flexibility in height. If the outlet port for monitor needs to be higher, simply use bottom inlet. If outlet port for monitor needs to be lower, a choice of two side port options are available.

Safety is increased by allowing the operator can stay on the ground to deploy and stow positions with an air operated and controlled up/down switch on the pump panel. Installers can utilize standard lines and fittings just like other pneumatic equipment on the apparatus.

A simple interlock prevents flowing while extending and retracting the VP. This prevents users from damaging the unit or becoming injured when deploying or stowing the system.

Fore more information, go to the New Products section on TFT.com

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Task Force Tips (TFT) is a leading manufacturer of live saving equipment for fire and rescue departments around the globe. Based in Valparaiso, Indiana, our mission is focused on saving lives and protecting property.

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Chair

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Chair

Elliot Courage
North Whatcom Fire & Rescue
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Vice Chair

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Vice Chair

Mike Smith 
Pierce County Fire District #5
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Secretary

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Secretary

Greg Bach
South Snohomish County Fire & Rescue
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Director #1

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #1

Doug Jones
South Kitsap Fire & Rescue
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Director #2

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #2

Paul Spencer 
Fire Fleet Maintenance LLC
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Director #3

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #3

Jim Morris
Mountain View Fire Department
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Director #4

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #4

Arnie Kuchta

Clark County Fire District 6

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Director #6

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #6

Brett Annear
Kitsap County Fire District 18
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Director #5

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #5

Jay Jacks
Camano Island Fire & Rescue
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Legislative Representative

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Legislative Representative

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Immediate Past Chair

Posted: Oct 20, 2015

Immediate Past Chair

Brian Fortner
Graham Fire & Rescue

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