CHICO, CA – Rescue 42, in collaboration with AT&T, announced today the launch of the miniCRD™ for FirstNet®, a miniature Compact Rapid Deployable (CRD) system delivering FirstNet connectivity when and where it’s needed.

Comprised of 2 ultra-portable ruggedized cases that are each about the size of checked luggage, the miniCRD can be deployed by a single person within a matter of minutes, has a FirstNet LTE range of up to ½ mile – and up to 1 mile with FirstNet MegaRange™ – and links to FirstNet via satellite. 80% smaller and half the price of the CRD for FirstNet, the innovative system can be hand-carried or transported by a single person in a vehicle, by air or over water, to anywhere communications are needed.

With this on-the-go coverage, public safety can have dedicated Band 14 connectivity when and where they need it, even in the most remote environments. The new Flat High-Performance Starlink® satellite terminal as part of the miniCRD provides high-speed, prioritized satellite backhaul, with speeds up to 220Mbps and <99ms latency, supporting Cellular and Internet connectivity almost anywhere.

“Our team is thrilled to deliver the new miniCRD for FirstNet, an innovative solution for FirstNet critical communications users,” said Tim O’Connell, CEO of Rescue 42. “The miniCRD provides another option for communication redundancy in remote locations or during outages, with an even more compact solution than the existing CRD. Our primary mission will always be the safety of First Responders, and we plan to continue developing innovative solutions to further this goal.”

Rescue 42 also manufactures the larger, more powerful CRD for FirstNet. The CRD can generate a larger area of FirstNet Cellular and Wi-Fi coverage, virtually anytime and anywhere. Agency-owned CRDs can be deployed by a single person within minutes — with no lifting required.

“Rescue 42 has done it again. The Compact Rapid Deployable (CRD) sent shockwaves through the emergency response community with its ‘FirstNet anywhere-in-an-instant’ capabilities,” said Chief Jeffrey D. Johnson (Retired), Executive Director of the Western Fire Chiefs Association. “Now, the launch of the miniCRD will broaden wireless functionali

Wyoming, Minn., March 16, 2023 – Rosenbauer America announced today that it will partner with IKON Fire, LLC for apparatus sales and service in the states of Colorado and Wyoming. The partnership is effective immediately.

Established by Super Vacuum Mfg. Co., Inc., an industry leader in the manufacturing, sales and service of fire equipment, IKON Fire brings more than 50 years of apparatus sales and service to the region. Thanks to its central location in Fort Collins, Colo., just 70 miles north of Denver, Colorado and Wyoming departments now have a close resource for sales and service of Rosenbauer apparatus and equipment sales.

“Rosenbauer is thrilled to welcome IKON Fire to our dealer network to serve customers in Colorado and Wyoming,” said Mark Fusco, President of Rosenbauer America. “IKON is well known and respected throughout the fire industry for the highest levels of integrity and customer service. IKON has convenient brick-and-mortar and mobile service options available for customers throughout Colorado and Wyoming.”

IKON is equally excited about the partnership. “We are proud to represent Rosenbauer and the company’s 150- year-old reputation. We share in Rosenbauer’s mission of saving lives and protecting property,” IKON Fire President Ron Weinmeister said. “We are excited to be an authorized dealer of Rosenbauer’s fire apparatus line, especially its aerial lineup. Colorado and Wyoming are experiencing amazing growth, and these vehicles will serve our community well.

Staffed by EVT-certified technicians, IKON’s 160,000-sq.-ft. facility provides chassis, engine and driveline service, as well as accident repair and fire pump maintenance. “Our Fort Collins service center is ready and equipped to service Rosenbauer customers immediately,” Weinmeister said.

IKON plans to display Rosenbauer demo units at the Fire Leadership Challenge, hosted by the Colorado State Fire Chiefs in Keystone, Colo., in mid-October 2023.

“IKON was a natural choice for Rosenbauer to partner with, making IKON Fire, LLC the premium authorized Rosenbauer sales and service dealership for Colorado and Wyoming,” Fusco finished.

About IKON Fire

IKON Fire is a fire apparatus and equipment dealer in Colorado and Wyoming, offering the Rosenbauer fire apparatus line, including aerials, pumpers and tankers. A company of Super Vacuum Mfg. Co., Inc., IKON’s sales team and service center is situated in Fort Collins, Colo. To learn more about IKON Fire, visit www.ikonfire.com.

About Rosenbauer America

Rosenbauer is the world’s leading manufacturer of custom fire apparatus and equipment. Rosenbauer offers

the industry’s most comprehensive line of advanced custom and commercial pumpers, heavy rescues, tenders,

mini and rescue pumpers, aerial ladders and platforms featuring SMART Aerial™ Technology, and the RTX fully electric fire truck.

For more information, contact your local Rosenbauer dealer or visit www.RosenbauerAmerica.com, Facebook, and YouTube.

🚒COMING SOON!🚒 New apparatus for Engine 25 (Kensington), Engine 57 (West Philly) and Engine 60 (South Philly), plus new foam pumpers for Engine 16 (West Philly), Engine 33 (Bridesburg) and Engine 46 (Torresdale). #PFD #Phillyfire pic.twitter.com/sEi1WVFt3z

— Philadelphia Fire (@PhillyFireDept) March 25, 2023

The Philadelphia Fire Department announced the following on its social media pages Saturday:

New apparatus for Engine 25 (Kensington), Engine 57 (West Philly) and Engine 60 (South Philly), plus new foam pumpers for Engine 16 (West Philly), Engine 33 (Bridesburg) and Engine 46 (Torresdale).

Tim Harlow
Star Tribune
(TNS)

One westbound lane of Crosstown Hwy. 62 at 34th Avenue has reopened, hours after a fatal crash closed both directions.

All eastbound lanes remained closed between Cedar and 34th avenues as of 8:45 a.m., the Minnesota Department of Transportation said.

The crash happened at about 3:25 a.m., according to the State Patrol.

According to the patrol, a pickup truck heading east on Hwy. 62 entered the ditch and then collided with a bridge at 34th Avenue.

The patrol confirmed a fatality, but has not released any additional details.

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