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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: Sep 27, 2017

New Rescue Truck for OC Fire Department

Click here to view this article from TheDerrick.com.
Fire chief Mark Hicks said the estimated replacement cost for the previous truck was $90,000 but that the new truck was purchased for $41,000. Hicks said the lower cost was a result of a different design and new ideas on how best to optimize service, including carrying the rescue tool on a fire engine rather than in the rescue truck.
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Posted: Sep 27, 2017

New Pumper Increases Amherst Fire Department's Capacity to Fight Fires

The Amherst Fire Department recently received a 2018 pumper from Metal Fab in New Brunswick. The pumper, valued at more than $500,000, is now in service and replaces a 10-year old pumper that will now be used as a reserve. "This is a huge addition to our department," Chief Greg Jones said.
The pumper has more room for crew and the compartments are lit by LED lights, which places less strain on the truck.

Jones said the department began reviewing its needs about four years ago and a new pumper was quickly identified. It’s the first full fire truck the department has purchased in 10 years. 
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Posted: Sep 27, 2017

Fire-Dex and Community Celebrate Facility Expansion

Groundbreaking at Fire-Dex expansion

Together with Medina (OH) city officials, residents, and employees, Fire-Dex celebrated its 29,000 square-foot expansion with a ceremonial groundbreaking on Monday, September 25, 2017. With more than 50 people in attendance, the event was a resounding success.

The expansion, which extends to the South of the existing building at 780 South Progress Drive, will include new offices, an on-site training facility, two additional truck bays, and a larger shop floor. In addition to the structural build, the new space will bring at least 30 more jobs to the city of Medina in the next three years.  

For Fire-Dex, the expansion symbolizes its ongoing commitment to providing sustainable business practices and ensuring the nation’s firefighters and paramedics remain safe and protected head-to-toe with top quality gear.

VIDEO: FDIC International 2017 Exhibitor Showcase: Fire-Dex

“With our commitment to lean principles, we have leveraged every square inch of our current building” stated Bill Burke, Fire-Dex CEO. “By doubling the size of our facility and procurement of new assets, we are excited for the increased capacity to offer world class customer service.”

The project is pending final approval of incentives from JobsOhio. “We are delighted that Fire-Dex plans to expand in Medina,” said Christine Nelson, Team NEO Vice President, Project Management and Site Selection. “We will work closely with JobsOhio and local partners to ensure the company continues to be successful in their important work of developing new solutions that keep firefighters safe.”

For more information about Fire-Dex products or careers, please visit www.firedex.com.

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Posted: Sep 27, 2017

Fire Truck Photo of the Day-Spartan ER Pumper

Killeen (TX) Fire Department pumper. Metro Star cab and chassis; Cummins ISL 400-hp engine; independent front suspension; Waterous CSU 1,500-gpm pump.

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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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