BRANDON, SD – April 8, 2025 –  Spartan Emergency Response, a brand  of REV Group, Inc.’s subsidiary Spartan Fire, LLC, and leading manufacturer of fire apparatus, will offer a full slate of products at FDIC 2025 – including the S-180 Pumper Series and all electric Vector^®, while also celebrating the 50^th anniversary of Spartan Fire Chassis, at FDIC International (Fire Department Instructors Conference) in Indianapolis, Indiana from April 10-12, 2025, Booth #4336.

“We look forward to featuring a great lineup of fire apparatus,” said Nick Hummel, director of sales, Spartan Emergency Response. “We’re also very excited to celebrate the 50^th anniversary of Spartan Fire Chassis and giving appreciation to our customers, the first responders who use our products to protect their communities.”

Spartan Emergency Response apparatus on display will include:

1. S-180 Series Pumper for White Cloud (MI) Fire Department: Built on a Metro Star EMFD chassis, this pumper features a 21” extended bumper, full-height compartments on both sides, a 1,500 GPM pump, 1,000-gallon water tank, foam systems and 20-gallon foam cell.  

1. Smeal Type 1 Pumper for Riverside County (CA) Fire Department: Built on a Spartan Gladiator MFD Chassis, this pumper features a 1,750 GPM pump, 500-gallon water tank, FoamPro 2002 dual system with 20+40-gallon foam cells, 143 cubic feet of compartments and 110 cubic feet of hosebed. It also has hydraulic hosebed doors and ladder rack.

2. Smeal 100’ Aerial Platform for Sugar Creek Township (IN) Fire Department: With its 100’ ladder and 172’ of ground ladders, this no pump, no tank aerial features a 28” severe duty front bumper, Smart Storage wheelwell compartmentation, FireTech HiViz scene lights and10 kW hydraulic generator.

In addition, attendees and customers are invited to visit REV Fire Group Booth #4136 to celebrate first responders and to see the all-electric North American-style Vector fire truck built for the Charlotte (NC) Fire Department. Continuing past years’ theme “Protecting Those Who Protect Us,” REV Fire Group will host its popular “REV It Up Series” on Thursday and Friday at 12:00pm. This will include the REV It Up Product Review with live product walk-arounds.

Back by popular demand is the “Tiller Time Miller Time” REV It Up Happy Hour on Thursday and Friday at 2:00pm which will include a toast and celebration of the 50^th anniversary of Spartan Fire Chassis, including a highlight of top innovations and recognition of longtime employees and customers. On display will be an All-Wheel-Drive Equipped chassis.

Daily Show Hours 

1. Thursday, April 10:  11 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
2. Friday, April 11:  10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
3. Saturday, April 12:  9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Visit Spartan at Booth #4336 for the latest products and technologies available for the fire industry. Learn more at https://spartaner.com

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About Spartan Emergency Response

Spartan Emergency Response, comprised of REV Group, Inc. (NYSE: REVG) subsidiaries Spartan Fire, LLC, Smeal SFA, LLC, Smeal LTC, LLC and Smeal Holding, LLC, is a North Ameri

WYOMING, MN – April 8, 2025 – From April 10-12, Rosenbauer America, a leading manufacturer of fire apparatus and firefighting equipment, will be showcasing its latest advancements in technology at FDIC International 2025 in Indianapolis, IN. Attendees are invited to visit Rosenbauer’s indoor exhibit (booth #3413) at Indiana Convention Center (ICC) and outdoor demonstration area on South Street to experience firsthand the company’s commitment to unmatched operational performance and firefighter safety.

Featured Fire Apparatus

Rosenbauer’s FDIC 2025 exhibit will include a comprehensive lineup of fire apparatus designed to meet the diverse needs of fire departments for multiple vocational applications:

• RTX Electric Pumper
• PANTHER electric ARFF
• COMMANDER™ Custom Industrial Foam Pumper
• COMMANDER™ King Cobra 101’ Articulating Aerial Platform
• COMMANDER™ Cobra 100’ Mid Mount Aerial Platform
• COMMANDER™ T-Rex Aerial Platform
• COMMANDER™ Viper 78’ Aerial Ladder
• COMMANDER™ Side Mount Custom Pumper
• COMMANDER™ Top Mount Custom Pumper
• COMMANDER™ Custom Pumper with IDEX SAM System 
• WARRIOR™ Custom Rescue
• International™ LCS Commercial Pumper
• Freightliner™ Commercial Wildland Urban Interface (WUI)

Innovative Fire Apparatus Technology

Rosenbauer will also highlight its advanced technologies designed to enhance firefighting and rescue capabilities for municipalities, industrial sites, and airports:

• NEW Custom Industrial Foam Pumper: Engineered for extreme hazard environments, this pumper delivers exceptional pumping capabilities combined with world class foam proportioning with superior monitor performance for industrial firefighting applications.
• NEW PANTHER electric ARFF: As the first fully electric ARFF vehicle, the PANTHER electric delivers powerful firefighting capabilities with zero emissions, contributing to a more sustainable future for airport fire services.
• Logic Control System (LCS): Providing a uniform, intuitive user interface across Rosenbauer vehicles, the LCS simplifies operations in the most challenging situations. Operators can easily control the pump, foam system, monitors, scene lights, and other critical functions from multiple points on the apparatus, allowing personnel to focus on the critical mission at hand.
• Rosenbauer RTX Electric Pumper: The revolutionary RTX electric pumper offers a modular design with an electric drivetrain, providing exceptional maneuverability, reduced noise for improved communications, incredible ergonomics for firefighter health and safety, and lower emissions.
• King Cobra Articulating Aerial Platform: This unique articulating aerial platform provides unparalleled reach and the ability to navigate around obstacles, offering firefighters access to previously unreachable areas.
• RTE Robot: A versatile remote-controlled robot designed for hazardous environments, the RTE Robot can assist with reconnaissance, suppression, and other critical tasks, enhancing fire ground safety.
• Battery Extinguishing System Technology (BEST): This advanced technology offers an innovative and effective method for extinguishing fires in electric vehicles and battery storage systems.
• Drill-X: This unique handheld tool combines drilling and suppression capabilities in one system, allowing firefighters to quickly penetrate structures and apply water directly to the fire source.
• Cuttex: A

Check out these ambulances on the showroom floor at FDIC International 2025 in downtown Indianapolis, Indiana. Photos by Jonathan Miller.

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