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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: Dec 6, 2017

PPE/Turnout Storage Lockers Built to Protect and Preserve Your Gear

Since 1980, Ready Rack™ by Groves Incorporated has been a leader in supplying fire departments with quality storage systems. Groves started with the open-air turnout storage system and over the years developed our Red Rack® product line. The Red Rack® storage systems are available in mobile, freestanding, and wall-mounted configurations.

Wall-mounted Red Racks® have an exclusive modular design, allowing them to be available in any run length needed. They also allow for maximum air circulation permitting PPE and gear to dry faster and last longer. Available in 18”, 20”, and 24” wide sections, Ready Rack wall-mounted racks are 20” deep and 72” in height. The length depends on how many units are purchased. They are made with heavy-duty tubular steel with a red powder coated finish that stands up to demanding firefighting environments and helps the racks from fading or chalking under UV light conditions. The materials also stand up to a 184-hour salt spray test. Each locker unit comes complete with: adjustable boot and helmet shelves, hanging pole, appeal/bunker pant hooks, label holder for name plate, and a limited five-year warranty on manufacturer defect. Groves offers a security option that incudes a lockable door and top security shelf that are sold seperately.

Other items that pair with the Red Rack® systems are PPE Hangers, Gear Guard Covers, Personal Property Boxes, and Ready Rack Benches.

For more information, visit www.readyrack.com.

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Posted: Dec 6, 2017

Fire Truck Photo of the Day-Pierce Pumper

Park Ridge (IL) Fire Department pumper. Enforcer cab and chassis; Cummins L9 450-hp engine; Hale Qmax 2,000-gpm pump.

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Posted: Dec 6, 2017

Fire Truck Photo of the Day-Pierce Pumper

Park Ridge (IL) Fire Department pumper. Enforcer cab and chassis; Cummins L9 450-hp engine; Hale Qmax 2,000-gpm pump.

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Posted: Dec 5, 2017

Summerville (SC) Medical Unveils Special Ambulance for Children

With bright colors and a happy outdoor theme featuring children’s faces and sunshine, the vehicle is hard to miss during the day—or night, since it even glows in the dark. But that’s just its outer uniqueness. Walk inside and find opportunities for entertainment—a television and gaming stations that hospital CEO Lisa Valentine said she hopes will keep children “happy and a little more comfortable on their way to Summerville Medical.” Valentine said the ambulance is also a perfect tool to help transport patients from outside the community to the hospital for necessary care. In a region of booming growth, children remain the hospital’s fastest-growing patient population, keeping the hospital busy throughout the year, according to Valentine.
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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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