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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: Feb 1, 2021

Eau Claire (WI) Fire and Rescue Receives New Platform Apparatus

According to a report from WEAU, the Eau Claire (WI) Fire and Rescue’s (ECFR’s) truck at Station 5’s was ready to be replaced after many years in service. So, it was no surprise when many ECFR firefighters became excited when their first platform apparatus showed up last week.

ECFR Captain David Whitehouse said Station 5 received the new truck because they respond to most of the city’s tallest buildings, necessitating the need for the new platform’s 110-foot tall ladder. Other safety features include a headphone system that protects the firefighters’ hearing and allows for easier communication.

Whitehouse also said that the new addition to ECFR’s fleet will allow them to do things of which the old ladder truck was incapable.

He anticipates the truck will make many appearances in city parades.

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Posted: Feb 1, 2021

E-ONE® Launches Ready-To-Build Custom Pumpers with Thousands of Configurable Options

OCALA, FL E-ONE®, a subsidiary of REV Group® and a leading manufacturer of fire apparatus, is pleased to introduce a complete new line of build-ready Custom Pumpers, available in multiple configurations at competitive market prices and with faster delivery times.

This new line of Custom Pumpers will feature two (2) primary body construction styles AFT5000 and AFT1000 with several models available for each. Through rigorous voice of customer research, E-ONE received feedback to offer varied features and options from which fire departments can select those to best fit their needs.

Each model offers unique selections for body style, wheelbase, compartment storage, pump module, water tank, ladder storage and hard suction hose storage.  They are available in either stainless steel or extruded aluminum body designs.

Standard features include:

Clean cab and other safety options are also available to meet the various and specific needs.

The AFT5000 line will have a welded stainless-steel body with FRP overlays.  This series will feature four (4) models including 1030 gallon or 780 gallon water tanks with side-mount or top-mount pump modules.

The AFT1000 line will have a welded extruded aluminum body and will contain seven (7) models. Variations include 1030 or 780 gallon water tanks; conventional pumper, rescue pumper and low hose bed pumper bodies; and side-mount or top mount pump modules.

In keeping with its reputation as “America’s Firetruck,” E-ONE continues to provide fire departments with an innovative choice in how custom fire apparatus can be configured to best meet the needs of the communities they serve, in the most timely manner possible. These build-ready configurations bring this vision to reality.

“Now more than ever it is important to build the right product for every department’s need, at a competitive price and timely delivery,” said Larry Daniels, E-ONE Director of Sales. “We worked with our dealer partners and end users to develop several configurations that can be customized for any fire department regardless of size or call volume.  With options ranging from traditional, low hosebed and rescue pumper designs; multiple pump control locations; and consideration for cold weather climates, there is a configuration with a wide range of options for every budget.  Every unit can be customized from thousands of configurable options to meet specific needs.”

About E-ONE

E-ONE is a leading fire apparatus manufacturer, making emergency vehicles, rescue trucks, aerial fire trucks, rescue pumpers and custom&

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Posted: Feb 1, 2021

Texas Firefighters Injured in Rollover

(Plum Grove Fire Department photo)

Three hurt in tanker rollover

Fire Apparatus & Emergency Equipment Staff

PLUM GROVE, Texas – Bluebonnet News reports that three Plum Grove firefighters were injured when the tanker they were in rolled over while responding to a call Sunday.

Sergeant Rob Willoughby, supervisor for the Liberty County office of Texas Department of Public Safety, sad the accident occurred at 4:23 p.m. on CR 5000.

The tanker left the roadway and the driver overcorrected, which caused the truck to overturn.

The driver, James Autrey, and two 17-year-old members of the Plum Grove Volunteer Fire Department’s junior firefighter program, all suffered minor injuries.

The post Texas Firefighters Injured in Rollover appeared first on Fire Apparatus.

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Posted: Jan 31, 2021

Virginia Firefighters Hurt in Fire Engine Rollover

(Henrico Fire photo, Twitter)

Four Henrico County firefighters hurt in response crash

Fire Apparatus & Emergency Equipment Staff

HENRICO COUNTY, Virginia – WTVR reports that four Henrico County firefighters were injured when their fire engine overturned while responding to a call on Sunday morning.

The injuries are described as non-life-threatening.

The fire engine was traveling north on Woodman Road responding to a call for an unconscious person when it spun on the road, traveled off the paved roadway, and overturned, according to a Henrico Fire spokesperson.

Conditions of the roads were snow-covered and very slippery. No other vehicles were involved.

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Fire Mechanics Section Board

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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