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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.

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Posted: Jan 31, 2023

REV Group Announces Leadership Change Effective Immediately

Board Appoints Mark Skonieczny as Interim CEO as Rod Rushing Departs

Mark Skonieczny

REV Group, Inc. (NYSE:REVG), a leading manufacturer of specialty vehicles announced Monday that Mark Skonieczny, CFO has been appointed Interim Chief Executive Officer, effective January 27, 2023. Rod Rushing has stepped down as President and Chief Executive Officer and as a member of the Board of Directors.

“On behalf of the Board of Directors, I want to thank Rod for his dedication and contributions to REV Group over the past three years,” stated Paul Bamatter, Chairman of REV Group’s Board of Directors. “During his tenure, Rod has played an important role in positioning REV Group for long-term success, while leading the company through a challenging period that included COVID-19, rapidly rising inflation, and supply chain disruptions. We wish him all the best.”

Skonieczny will join the REV Group Board of Directors effective immediately and remain Chief Financial Officer. Skonieczny will serve as Interim CEO until the role is permanently filled.

Prior to joining REV Group, Skonieczny held positions as Vice President and Corporate Controller of Adient PLC and spent 17 years at Johnson Controls in a variety of financial roles including Vice President of Corporate Development; Vice President of Finance, Global Aftermarket-Power Solutions; Vice President of Finance, Middle East, Latin America and NA Systems-Building Efficiency; and Assistant Corporate Controller.

“Mark has been a valuable member of the REV leadership team since joining the company in June 2020,” said Mr. Bamatter. “The Board is confident that his extensive experience, existing deep knowledge of the REV business, and operational experience will further enable REV to accelerate its transformation.”

Skonieczny added, “I appreciate the opportunity to serve as Interim CEO and I’m committed to working closely with the Board and our strong management team to drive improved operational performance and financial results. We have many opportunities ahead and I look forward to engaging with the Company’s customers, employees, shareholders and other stakeholders throughout the coming weeks.”

About REV Group, Inc.

REV Group companies are leading designers and manufacturers of specialty vehicles and related aftermarket parts and services, which serve a diversified customer base, primarily in the United States, through three segments: Fire & Emergency, Commercial, and Recreation. They provide customized vehicle solutions for applications, including essential needs for public services (ambulances, fire apparatus, school buses, and transit buses), commercial infrastructure (terminal trucks and industrial sweepers), and consumer leisure (recreational vehicles). REV Group’s diverse portfolio is made up of well-established principal vehicle brands, including many of the most recognizable names within their industry. Several of REV Group’s brands pioneered their specialty vehicle product categories and date back more than 50 years. RE

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Posted: Jan 31, 2023

Boise (ID) Rebuilding Downtown Fire Station 5

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Posted: Jan 31, 2023

Personal Lights for Firefighters Make Work Safer, More Efficient

By Alan M. Petrillo

Firefighters, from those fighting structural fires to those on wildland fire lines, frequently need lighting to illuminate hazards in the environments they are working in. Light manufacturers have responded to these needs with an array of products that help firefighters do their jobs more safely and efficiently.

Mario Cugini, founder and chief executive officer of FoxFury Lighting Solutions, says FoxFury makes the Command+ LoPro White/Green Helmet Light, designed specifically for structure fire smoke. “The wide, panoramic LED beam provides a comfortable task light wherever you look without turning your head,” Cugini points out. “The panoramic beam has a 38-degree spread that reaches over 85 feet for greater visibility and situational awareness during search.”

He notes that the Command+ LoPro fits under visors and face shields, has a 45-degree tilting light head to direct the light where it is needed, has a blinking red LED safety light so search teams can keep tabs on each other’s location and progress, is extremely durable, has an IPX7 waterproof rating to withstand severe weather and conditions, and runs on four AA batters for up to 14 hours of run time.

Cugini says that FoxFury also makes a Command+ Tilt White/Amber LED Headlamp/Helmet Light that is IPX7 waterproof, runs on AA batteries, and provides more contrast in vegetation smoke because of the white and amber LEDs, making it popular with wildland firefighters. In addition, FoxFury makes the Scout Clip Light in orange with white and red LEDs, where the red LEDs provide a night vision adaptation and the alternate white and red LED mode acts as a beacon. The Secure J-Clip on the unit enables multiwear options, Cugini notes, such as on a belt, pocket, backpack, or Modular Lightweight Load-carrying Equipment.

 

1 FoxFury Lighting Solutions makes the Command+ LoPro White/Green Helmet Light designed specifically for structure fire smoke. (Photos 1-2 courtesy of FoxFury Lighting Solutions.)

 

 

2 The FoxFury Breakthrough BT2 handheld right-angle LED light has a focused beam that reaches out to 400 feet.

 

 

3 The Nightstick Forge LED helmet light made by Bayco Products Inc. has a 360-lumen spotlight, rotates 360 degrees, and pivots 180 degrees. (Photos 3-4 courtesy of Bayco Products Inc.)

 

 

4 Bayco also makes the Intrant LED right-angle light in either alkaline battery or lithium-ion rechargeable models.

 

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Posted: Jan 31, 2023

Fire Apparatus of the Day: January 31, 2023

Rescue 1—Water Witch Hose Company #2, New Milford, CT, heavy rescue. Freightliner M2 106 2-door cab and chassis; Cummins B.67 360-hp engine; 20-foot walk-around rescue body; Harrison 10-kW generator; Command Light SL42A-W2 with four Whelen Pioneer PFP2 LED light heads light tower; Warn 9,000-pound portable winch; extra-large upper storage compartments. Dealer: Dave Brunnell, New England Fire Equipment and Apparatus, New Haven, CT.


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Elliot Courage
North Whatcom Fire & Rescue
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Mike Smith 
Pierce County Fire District #5
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Greg Bach
South Snohomish County Fire & Rescue
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Doug Jones
South Kitsap Fire & Rescue
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Paul Spencer 
Fire Fleet Maintenance LLC
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Jim Morris
Mountain View Fire Department
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Arnie Kuchta

Clark County Fire District 6

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Brett Annear
Kitsap County Fire District 18
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Posted: Oct 21, 2015

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Jay Jacks
Camano Island Fire & Rescue
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Posted: Oct 20, 2015

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Brian Fortner
Graham Fire & Rescue

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