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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 26, 2019

Fire Truck Photo of the Day-E-ONE Pumper

Tavares (FL) Fire Department pumper. Typhoon X medium cab and chassis; Cummins ISL9 400-hp engine; Hale Qflo 1,250-gpm pump; UPF Poly 1,030-gallon tank.

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Posted: Apr 25, 2019

Marion Launches New Web Site

Marion Body Works, Inc. is inviting visitors to explore its remodeled Web site, www.marionbody.com. Bringing the company's online look up to speed, visitors can find a plethora of information about the company and product lines offered.

The ease of use is key in Marion's updated Web site. Both sleek and simple, the Web site now features mobile optimized settings, updated information on product lines, and access to contacting representatives at Marion Body Works with a few, simple clicks. Among the favorite features, you can find downloadable flipbooks about product, tips for choosing the right vehicle build and specifications. 

To help customers gain the experience of Marion before visiting, they can check out videos explaining Marion's history, company culture, and product lines. The "News" section showcases highlights on the company, Fire & Emergency, and Commercial truck body lines. This is a great spot for customers seeking more information about company culture, customers' experiences, and more.

“Marion’s openness to modernization and development in creating the best customer experiences possible can clearly be seen in the new website,” Marketing and Dealer Development Manager, Calvin Kanowitz, says. “It’s been a joy to watch the brand become consistent in it’s updated modern style while continuing on the Marion traditions that have been foundational for decades. Our customers, employees and visitors are able to view the new site with ease while gaining an accurate idea of what it is like to work with and be a part of Marion.”

Visit the new Web site at www.marionbody.com.

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Posted: Apr 25, 2019

Fort Worth Command Unit Burns During Train Derailment

FORT WORTH (NBCDFW.com) - A Union Pacific freight train carrying ethanol careened off its tracks in a Fort Worth neighborhood Wednesday and burst into flames, prompting an evacuation of nearby homes and a hazardous materials response.

It happened at about 12:40 a.m. near the 3200 block of Yuma Street, on the city's southeast side and near Echo Lake. The National Transportation Safety Board, which is investigating, said about 20 rail cars derailed and five tank cars caught fire.

Meanwhile, a Fort Worth Fire Department mobile command unit responding to the scene caught fire after its tower camera came into contact with overhead power lines, firefighters said. No one was hurt, but the truck was destroyed. Bought in 2008, it cost $1.25 million, the department said. MORE

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Posted: Apr 25, 2019

ESO Acquires eCore Software, Leading Scheduling Platform for EMS Agencies and Fire Departments

AUSTIN, Texas, April 25, 2019ESO, the leading data and software company serving emergency medical services (EMS), fire departments and hospitals, today announced the acquisition of eCore Software. The acquisition will extend ESO’s broad product portfolio and provide a one-stop shop to fulfill the needs of most EMS agencies and fire departments. ESO will retain eCore’s office in Dallas.

“The addition of eCore to our portfolio gives our customers access to a comprehensive suite of tools to help them improve efficiency all while focusing on what’s important – using software and data to improve the health and safety of their communities,” said Chris Dillie, President and CEO of ESO. “We believe this data Is critical to help our customers manage work hours, paramedic and firefighter mental health, as well as other related topics.”

eCore provides an all-encompassing tool that delivers employee schedule management, online time clock and attendance, as well as payroll control. The software quickly generates and distributes employee schedules while providing channels to receive feedback from employees, as well as ensures that information is up-to-date and exact. The time and attendance solution allows organizations to compare posted schedules to actual attendance

“We’re excited to be a part of the ESO family,” said Steven Turner, Executive Vice President from eCore Software. “ESO is driving the industry forward with its innovative approach to software and data insights, and we feel our scheduling platform can play a key role in helping organizations gain operational efficiencies while delivering quality care in their communities.”

eCore, founded in 1998, is based in Dallas, Texas and has been providing value to public service organizations like EMS operations and fire departments since that time.

 

About ESO
ESO is dedicated to improving community health and safety through the power of data. Since its founding in 2004, the company continues to pioneer innovative, user-friendly software to meet the changing needs of today’s EMS agencies, fire departments, and hospitals. ESO currently serves more than 10,000 customers throughout North America with a broad software portfolio, including the industry-leading ESO Electronic Health Record (EHR), the next generation ePCR; ESO Health Data Exchange (HDE), the first-of-its-kind healthcare interoperability platform; ESO Fire and ESO FIREHOUSE Software for fire departments; and ambulance revenue recovery/billing software. ESO is headquartered in Austin, Texas. For more information, visit www.eso.com.

 

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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

TBD
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Immediate Past Chair

Posted: Oct 20, 2015

Immediate Past Chair

Brian Fortner
Graham Fire & Rescue

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