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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: Jan 15, 2026

Fire Apparatus of the Day: Jan. 15, 2026

E-ONE built this 1,500/1,030 pumper for the Hornell (NY) Fire Department on a Typhoon long cab and chassis with 12-inch Vista roof.

The post Fire Apparatus of the Day: Jan. 15, 2026 appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jan 14, 2026

Firefighting Foam Technology and Its Advantages

Chris Mc Loone and Kurt Becker, chief operating officer, Solberg, the firefighting foam division of Perimeter Solutions, as they discuss firefighting foam technology, foam’s advantages for structural firefighting, and resources at Perimeter Solutions learn about foam.

The post Firefighting Foam Technology and Its Advantages appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jan 14, 2026

Editor’s Opinion: Never Too Late to Get Involved

In 2025, the brand saw growth with 11 new content contributors, reflecting a shift in technology and expectations in firefighting, highlighting the need for ongoing input in equipment design.

The post Editor’s Opinion: Never Too Late to Get Involved appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jan 14, 2026

Volunteer Firefighter Charged with DUI After Crashing Tanker

A White Mills, PA, firefighter crashed a department vehicle while allegedly under the influence, leading to DUI charges.

The post Volunteer Firefighter Charged with DUI After Crashing Tanker appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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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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