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Welcome

The Finest Supporting the Bravest!

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

Ithaca (NY) Fire Department Station Is Fully Electric

Posted: Oct 15, 2026

Ithaca (NY) Fire Department Station Is Fully Electric

The Ithaca (NY) Fire Department's new East Hill Station, designed to complement the neighborhood's character, is an all-electric facility with room to accommodate future growth.

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FA Volume 31 Issue 10

Posted: Oct 14, 2026

FA Volume 31 Issue 10

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Answering the Call

Posted: Oct 14, 2026

Answering the Call

Warrior™ is a double-jacketed fire hose that is compliant with UL-19, the Underwriters Laboratories safety standard for lined fire hoses and hose assemblies.

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Il City Intervenes in Massive Rail Merger to Head Off Increase in Apparatus Response Delays

Posted: Oct 14, 2026

Il City Intervenes in Massive Rail Merger to Head Off Increase in Apparatus Response Delays

Decatur City Council approved $124,991 for an analysis of the proposed Union Pacific Norfolk Southern merger, aiming to seek federal conditions on added train traffic, congestion, and emergency delays.

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