Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE:OSK) company, will display the latest innovations and apparatus during the Fire Department Instructors Conference (FDIC) Exhibition on April 26 – 28, 2018 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The main display will once again be at the entrance of Lucas Oil Stadium. While some innovations will be a surprise for show attendees, the display will include a clean cab pumper designed using feedback and research provided by workplace health and carcinogen reduction advocates. In addition, attendees will have the opportunity to view the all-new Saber^Ò featuring a Ford powertrain, and experience a rapid configurator that provides authentic, engineered approval drawings in less than ten minutes. Pierce will also have a display in the Indianapolis Convention Center where they’ll be showcasing their aftermarket capabilities with tech talks on the hour, every hour.

“Last year’s introduction of our new class of aerials redefined what is possible, and our latest apparatus and technology advancements continue to set the bar for superior performance, efficiency and safety,” said Mike Dufrane, vice president of sales and marketing, Pierce Manufacturing. “The Pierce team is committed to identifying critical needs and developing progressive features that aid firefighters in their lifesaving work.”  

Show attendees will not want to miss the opening announcement taking place on Thursday, April 26^th at 11:15 am (EDT) in Pierce’s central core location near the entrance of Lucas Oil Stadium (booth #8807). Also, on Friday, April 27^th at 1:00 pm (EDT), the Pierce booth at Lucas Oil Stadium will host the opening ceremony for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) 9/11 Stair Climb event. The 9/11 Stair Climb is a way for attendees to honor and remember those in the fire service community who selflessly gave their lives, so others might live. Last year, more than 700 participants paid tribute by climbing or walking the equivalent of the 110 stories of the World Trade Center.

“It is incredible to see the power of the fire service community representing their fellow firefighters during the annual 9/11 Stair Climb at FDIC,” Dufrane said. “I’m inspired each year by the commitment climbers and the NFFF put forth to honor their fallen brothers and sisters.”

Those interested in staying connected with the latest and greatest Pierce innovation and apparatus displays, announcements, events, Tech Talks, and more offered at FDIC, can follow the up-to-the-minute happenings shared online at piercemfg.com and facebook.com/pierce.

About Pierce Manufacturing

Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation [NYSE: OSK] company, is the leading North American manufacturer of custom fire apparatus. Products include custom and commercial pumpers, aerials, rescue trucks, wildland trucks, minipumpers, elliptical tankers, and homeland security apparatus. In addition, Pierce designs its own foam systems and was the first company to introduce frontal airbags and the Side Roll Protection system to fire apparatus. To learn more about Pierce, visit www.piercemfg.com.

About Oshkosh Corporation

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OCALA, FL—REV Group has announced the addition of Mike Virnig as the new vice president of sales for the REV Fire Group.

With more than 14 years of prior experience in fire apparatus sales and as a dealer, Virnig brings a wealth of experience and knowledge of the fire industry to this position.

“Mike’s leadership will be valuable as we continue to expand and grow the REV Fire Group,” says Dan Peters, president of the REV Fire Group.

Reporting to Virnig will be Bill Himstedt, Jason Louque and William Gray, the sales directors of each of the three brands in the group: E-ONE, Ferrara, and KME Fire Apparatus.

“I am extremely pleased for the opportunity to join the industry-leading team at REV Fire Group,” Virnig says. “I look forward to working with all of the customers we serve.”

For more information, visit https://www.revgroup.com/#fire.