Arlington (VA) – FLIR Systems, Inc. announced today the FLIR K1 handheld thermal imaging camera (TIC), FLIR’s most affordable TIC for first responder officers and fire investigators. At $599, the K1 detects heat and provides visibility through smoke and in total darkness to enhance situational awareness for use in wildland fire control, search and rescue missions, structure damage evaluation, and investigative work.

“FLIR is committed to providing first responders with lifesaving technology and solutions that help them keep their communities safe,” said Jim Cannon, President and CEO of FLIR Systems. “At under $600, the FLIR K1 will allow more emergency service professionals to adopt the power of thermal imaging and ensure a safer mission.”

The dual sensor K1 is powered by the FLIR Lepton^® thermal microcamera, FLIR’s smallest and lowest cost thermal camera core. The K1 uses FLIR’s patented MSX^® technology, which extracts high-contrast details from the images taken by an onboard visible light camera and superimposes them onto the thermal images. The K1 simultaneously captures thermal and visible images of a scene and stores up to 10,000 image sets to create post-scene reports, analysis, and evidence.

A pistol grip design allows users to view the scene from their line of sight for improved safety and situational awareness. The spot thermometer easily identifies unseen hot and cold spots for instant troubleshooting. The K1 carries an IP67 rating for water resistance and can withstand a 2-meter drop onto concrete. An integrated, rechargeable battery lasts up to five hours on a single charge, and it also includes a 300-lumen flashlight that lends additional visibility of a scene.

The FLIR K1 will be available for purchase this summer and demonstration units are now available for testing. The company will show the K1 at the Fire Department Instructors Conference (FDIC) International in Indianapolis, Indiana from April 11 to 13, 2019 at the FLIR booth #3657. To learn more about the FLIR K1, please visit www.FLIR.com/K1.

TFT released two new master stream nozzles at this year’s FDIC International. Both offer multiple options and superior stream and flows.

The new VORTEX 2 and 2 ER (electric remote) are designed for flows up to 1,250 gpm (4,500 l/min) for water or firefighting foam solutions. The VORTEX is designed to be installed behind stacked tip or smooth-bore nozzles and offers increased flexibility. Users get the benefit of either a straight stream or a dispersed pattern with virtually no loss of flow in either selection. In addition, the VORTEX offers a full range of flows because it is not limited to a single smooth bore size. The new nozzle is also lighter and more compact and affordable than competitors’ models.

The new Master Stream 4000 ER is one of three high-performance, big-water nozzle options for the TFT Tsunami, TFT’s largest high-volume industrial monitor. Previously released nozzle options include stacked tips or tips with the six-inch VORTEX offering a dispersed pattern. The Master Stream 4000 ER brings straight stream and true fog pattern capability. It is available in an automatic version of 600 to 4,000 gpm (2,400 to 16,000 l/min), or a selectable version of 2,000 and 4,000 gpm (8,000 and 16,000 l/min) at 100 psi (7 bar).

For more information, contact or e-mail Phil Gerace at (219) 462-6161 or philip.gerace@tft.com.  

The theme of Pierce Manufacturing’s presence at FDIC 2019 and the features of its exhibit will center on the company’s focus on producing innovative fire apparatus. Visitors will notice a unique message around FDIC: Deserve Better. Serve Better.

This messaging at FDIC 2019 focuses on four key themes:

You Speak. We Listen: This message is at the heart of what the experienced workforce at Pierce does day in and day out. Taking feedback and recommendations directly from firefighters helps Pierce’s team build innovative design features that address the critical needs of fire departments.

You Question. We Answer: Sam Lowe, Pierce marketing manager, says, “True innovation comes from collaboration. Pierce works directly with dealers and firefighters to answer their questions. What type of materials are used? How are products made? Our team makes a point of educating firefighters about processes and best practices but also takes feedback to help drive new apparatus design and functionality.”

You Ask. We Act: From product improvements to service and maintenance, the requests of firefighters drive action. Pierce employees and dealers take pride in accommodating the needs of firefighters as we provide the highest level of service throughout the lifespan of an apparatus.

You Lead. We Honor: Lowe says, “Building custom fire apparatus involves a deep understanding of the risks and challenges firefighters are faced with on the job. Throughout Pierce’s over 100-year history, we’ve made a point of honoring the noble work of firefighters.”

Other Pierce Manufacturing FDIC Booth Features
Visitors will have the opportunity to experience the full breadth of Pierce products and services while hearing about the latest innovations and features available in the design of fire apparatus and aftermarket offerings. 

• New Technology: Situational awareness and securing a scene are essential factors for firefighters during on-call operations. Pierce’s new actively tethered aerial device can be deployed from any apparatus and is retrofittable with apparatus currently in service. With a focus on increased response effectiveness, this tool for the firefighting industry is easy to use and quick enough to deploy by one operator, providing immediate aerial views of a scene. Pierce’s FDIC booth will offer a display and periodic demonstrations to showcase how the actively tethered aerial device will enable better response times and increased situational awareness. 
• Build My Pierce (BMP) Rapid Configurator: BMP simplifies the fire apparatus buying process and offers an efficient approach to planning the specifications of highly-customized fire apparatus. With the use of BMP, depending on slot availability, delivery dates can be set within 180 days. The launch of Pierce’s BMP rapid configurator has taken online apparatus design and specification planning tools to another level.
• Extensive Scope of Apparatus and Service Innovations: From the latest chassis design, pump panels, aerial configurations, electrical systems, corrosion protection, and more, attendees will have the opportunity to learn about Pierce’s broad scope of apparatus innovations. Centered around customer f