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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: Apr 29, 2021

Anchorage (AK) Fire Department Donates 1994 Freightliner Saulsbury to GlennRich (AK) Fire Rescue

The Anchorage (AK) Fire Department has donated its 1994 Freightliner Saulsbury fire engine to GlennRich (AK) Fire Rescue.

Officials say the apparatus is housed at the Silver Springs station.

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Posted: Apr 29, 2021

Shocker: First All-Electric Fire Truck Stops in Howard County (MD)

The first all-electric fire truck in the states, the Rosenbauer RT, recently made a stop in Howard County (MD) on its way to Washington, D.C., reports Baltimore.CBSLocal.com.

The eco-friendly truck can run solely on battery power for two hours before a 6-cylinder clean diesel engine kicks on for a recharge. Officials add that the apparatus can raise up to about an 18-inch ground clearance and can drive through three feet of water.

In addition, passengers can launch a drone from the truck and have aerial photos sent directly to the driver’s seat. Its top speed is the same as traditional trucks—65mph—but the RT has a faster acceleration.

Officials say the RT will cost anywhere from $950,000 to $1.2 million, depending on its features.

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Posted: Apr 29, 2021

Altus (OK) Air Force Base Holds Push-In Ceremony for New Truck

Airmen at the Altus (OK) Air Force Base’s fire department recently held a push-in ceremony for their new truck, reports aetc.af.mil.

Officials say the new truck can reach speeds up to 85 miles per hour and can hold up to 3,000 gallons of water.

Posted: Apr 29, 2021

Photo of the Day: April 29, 2021

Pierce—Rantoul (IL) Fire Department midmount Ascendant platform quint. Arrow XT cab and chassis; Detroit DD13 525-hp engine; 100-foot platform tower; Waterous S100 2,000-gpm pump; UPF Poly 300-gallon water tank; Harrison 6-kW generator. Dealer: Larry Graves, MacQueen Emergency, Aurora, IL.

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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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