J. B. Poindexter & Co., Inc. (JBPCO), a privately held North American manufacturer serving the commercial vehicle and specialty manufacturing industries, today announced the acquisition of Demers Braun Crestline Medix (DBCM).

Headquartered in Beloeil, Quebec (Canada), DBCM is one of North America’s largest ambulance manufacturers with a strong presence across the U.S. and Canadian markets. Known for advanced innovation and paramedic-driven design, DBCM has delivered more than 70,000 units to over 40 countries and employs more than 1,500 team members across its operations.

“Our acquisition of DBCM aligns with JBPCO’s long-term vision—building a platform of industry-leading companies with a shared commitment to quality, innovation, and customer service,” said John Poindexter, CEO and chairman of JBPCO. “As JBPCO celebrates its 40th anniversary, and each of the DBCM brands celebrates decades of dedication in the emergency vehicle industry, we are proud to bring together more than 500 years of combined manufacturing excellence across our portfolio of companies. DBCM has built a solid foundation, and we look forward to investing in its future, supporting the team, enhancing the products, and unlocking new opportunities for growth.”

Demers recently launched its 11^th-generation ambulance platform and continues to set the bar in safety, design, and performance with paramedic-centric features like the FX Care Module. As part of JBPCO, the Company will continue to operate with brand autonomy while benefiting from expanded resources, shared capabilities, and a culture that values team member contributions.

“Joining JBPCO is a major milestone for our organization and our team,” said Alain Brunelle, CEO of Demers Braun Crestline Medix. “We are united by a mission to improve lives, one relationship and one vehicle at a time—and this partnership ensures we can continue doing just that, with even greater scale and support.”

JBPCO’s total revenue will reach $3 billion with this acquisition, reinforcing its role as a cornerstone in the commercial and specialty vehicle manufacturing space—from last-mile delivery and work trucks to emergency response vehicles.

About J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc.

J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc. (JBPCO) is a privately held, diversified manufacturing company providing best-in-class commercial automotive and industrial solutions. JBPCO owns and operates a portfolio of leading business units including Morgan Truck Body, LLC; Morgan Olson, LLC; The Reading Truck Group, LLC; Truck Accessories Group, LLC d/b/a LEER Group; Masterack, LLC; EFP, LLC; Federal Eagle, LLC; and EAVX. JBPCO is headquartered in Houston, Texas and with the acquisition of DBCM, now employs more than 10,000 team members across North America. For more information, visit JBPoindexter.com or connect on LinkedIn.

About Demers Braun Crestline Medix

Demers Braun Crestline Medix is one of North America’s largest ambulance manufacturers, with a legacy of over 175 years across its four leading brands. Headquartered in Beloeil, Quebec, and operating in both Canada and the United States, the company designs and manufactures ambulances that meet the evolving needs of emergency service providers. Its brands—Demers, Braun, Crestline, and Medix—have delivered over 70,000 units in more than 40 countries. To learn more, visit demers-ambulances.com, braunambulances.com, crestlineambulances.com, and medixambulance.com.

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Fire departments and ambulance agencies have multiple choices in the seating that carries firefighters and medics to emergency calls. No matter what the seating location is on the rig, fire and EMS seat manufacturers have made great efforts in designing and producing seating that provides for both the safety and comfort of emergency responders.

Paul Bostrom, president and chief executive officer for H.O. Bostrom Co. Inc., says that in the fire market, Bostrom’s most popular seats include the Tanker self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) seat and Sierra driver seat. “We provide the Tanker 500, 400, and 300 series SCBA seats,” Bostrom says. “The Tanker 550 SCBA seat integrates our patented RiteHite adjustable-height seat belt that features adjustable shoulder height, enhancing safety and comfort during travel. Also, we are the only seat manufacturer producing our own SCBA brackets. Our SecureAll SCBA locking system is compatible with all major SCBA bottles.”

Bostrom continues, “Our Sierra EX8 driver seat has a rugged powder-painted steel frame for durability, complemented by integrated seat springs and high-density foam to maximize comfort. The Sierra 500 EX8 includes the RiteHite adjustable seat belt and an 8-way electric power adjustment.” Bostrom also offers Res-Q-Back wall-mounted seats and specialized options such as the fully reclining Sentinel and the air suspension Defender seat.

Bostrom says his company’s ZipClean seats provide fire departments with a method to minimize exposure to cancer-causing substances by up to 85%. “ZipClean seats feature vinyl-backed Durawear seat covers that can be easily zipped off, washed with ordinary soap and water, and air dried,” he says. “Additionally, the foam is treated with our proprietary FoamBlock, a protective barrier that helps reduce the absorption of carcinogenic off-gases from fires.”

1 The Tanker 500 SCBA series of seats is one of H.O. Bostrom’s most popular models for use in fire apparatus. (Photos 1-2 courtesy of H.O. Bostrom Co. Inc.)

2 H.O. Bostrom’s Guardian seat features a four-point seat belt with four retractors and includes an integrated child seat and an infant carrier.

3 USSC makes the Valor SCBA crew seat with antimicrobial upholstery, magnetic SCBA shoulder straps, and IMMI’s Ready Reach extended belt buckle access and strap mounts. (Photos 3-4 courtesy of United Safety & Survivability.)

4 The Valor EMS seat has a four-point, four-retractor seat belt.

5 IMMI developed MBrace in partnership with REV Ambulance Group. MBrace deploys an air bag around the shoulders, neck, and head of the wearer in the event of a collision. (Photos 5-6 courtesy of IMMI.)

6 The SmartDock SCBA retaining bracket, made by IMMI.

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According to the Post-Journal , The City of Dunkirk, New York, ordered to fire trucks in 2023 that City Attorney Elliott Raimondo says were not budgeted for.

According to the report, The city approved the fire apparatus purchase in 2023 along with bonds to pay for them, but the bonds never went out.

The trucks are in production and are expected off the line in August, with final delivery some time in September. The estimated maximum cost of the trucks was $1.75 million, with payment due upon delivery.

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