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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 1, 2019

Posen (IL) Fire Apparatus Hit

 
 

"This is the 2nd Fire Engine struck on I-57 in the past 2 weeks in addition to the 2 fatalities involving State Troopers on Chicago Area Expressways," the Facebook post said.  

No firefighters were injured, however, the driver of the vehicle that hit the firetruck was taken to the hospital for injuries.

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Posted: Apr 1, 2019

Fire Apparatus Arrives at Eugene (OR) Airport

 
 
 

This lime green fire fighting machine is the latest tool for the Eugene-Springfield fire's airport crew. The 62,000 pound truck is specially designed for airport emergencies.

“It's different fire fighting than it would be in town,” said Sven Erik Wahlroos, the captain of Eugene-Springfield fire. “So we have specialized equipment, specialized training to deal with emergencies here on airport property.”

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Posted: Apr 1, 2019

New Jersey Emergency Vehicles Adds to Sales Team

Manasquan, NJ—New Jersey Emergency Vehicles (NJEV), a division of P.L. Custom Body and Equipment Co., Inc., is pleased to announce the addition of Jimmy Phillips to its sales team. Sales Manager Jamey Pallitto announced the addition as a further commitment to strengthening the presence of NJEV in the Garden State.

Phillips comes to NJEV with 24 years of emergency vehicle sales experience. Because of his knowledge, NJEV knows that our existing and future customers will appreciate this addition to our team. “Having someone as experienced as Jimmy on our sales team is a strategic component to increasing market share in New Jersey. We now have the products, people, and service offerings to fully meet the needs of emergency service providers in our home state”, said Pallitto.

New Jersey Emergency Vehicles is responsible for the sales and service activity for PL Custom Emergency Vehicles, Rescue 1, Fire and EMS Remounts / Refurbs and specialty conversions in all 21 Counties in New Jersey. They also represent Rosenbauer’s full product line of engines, ladders, tankers, and urban interface apparatus in Monmouth, Middlesex, Union, Essex, Hudson, Bergen, Passaic, Sussex, Warren, and Morris counties in New Jersey. Jimmy will join the rest of the sales team in representing all our product lines and services. 

Don Miller, Director of NJEV, echoed Jamey’s sentiments, “Today is the best time to be working with NJEV, as we continue to expand and strengthen our penetration in the New Jersey marketplace. Our team is comprised of experienced, customer focused professionals with real world emergency service experience”. Reach to NJEV today to find out more about how we can help you help others. 

For more information, visit http://www.njev.net .

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Posted: Apr 1, 2019

Rosenbauer Introducing New Products at FDIC 2019

WYOMING, MN and SIOUX FALLS, SD—Rosenbauer Motors features Hendrickson RoadMaax 35K on the newly introduced 100’ Viper SA (Single Axle).

“The drivability and handling of the Commander are best-in-class,” said Rich Schalter, CEO of Rosenbauer Motors. “We partner with Hendrickson to enhance the ride experience and suspension reliability. The RoadMaax suspension provides our new 100’ Viper SA with the driving stability our customers expect from the Commander chassis.”

Rosenbauer’s 100’ Viper SA will be on-display in April 2019 at the Fire Department Instructor’s Conference (FDIC) International in the Indiana Convention Center, Exhibit Hall J at booth 5200.

Also at FDIC will be Rosenbauer’s recently unveiled new CleanAir air scrubber. Using two distinct processes, a particulate filter and an activated charcoal filter are used to remove harmful toxins.

Fans pull the air into the CleanAir scrubber to remove the larger airborne debris, such as soot from fires and diesel exhaust, through the HEPA filter. Rosenbauer’s CleanAir second line of defense is an activated carbon filter. Adsorption takes place as the activated carbon chemical changes the gaseous contaminants. Activated carbon is most effective at removing volatile organic compounds such as Polycyclic Aeromatic Hydrocarbons (PAH).

“While on-scene crews are absorbing VOCs on their person. Those gasses and chemicals are now inside the cab as they return to quarters, off-gassing takes place, even if their gear is stored properly in sealed bags outside of the apparatus,” said Rich Schalter, CEO of Rosenbauer Motors. “Until crew members are able to shower and change clothes, they are carrying VOCs and PM. Our CleanAir scrubber will help reduce the carcinogens our firefighters are breathing and absorbing while in their apparatus.”

Rosenbauer will display its CleanAir scrubber in April 2019 at the Fire Department Instructor’s Conference (FDIC) International in the Indiana Convention Center, Exhibit Hall J at booth 5200. 

For more information, visit www.rosenbaueramerica.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

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Immediate Past Chair

Posted: Oct 20, 2015

Immediate Past Chair

Brian Fortner
Graham Fire & Rescue

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