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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

Willcox (AZ) Fire Department Hopes to Replace Aging Fire Apparatus

Posted: Apr 6, 2017

Willcox (AZ) Fire Department Hopes to Replace Aging Fire Apparatus

The City of Willcox is seeking a $260,000 grant to replace an aging fire truck for its volunteer fire department. Chief of Police Jose Rios asked City Council during its March 2 meeting to approve an application for the Gila River Indian Community State Shared Revenue Program Grant.

"We are looking to replace one of the pumpers," he told the Range News. "Depending on what used pumper is available at the time we get a grant - assuming we are that lucky - we would make the decision that gives us the best combination of current versus new. Both of our current pumpers are the same vintage and each has its positives and negatives."

Clayton (ID) Volunteers Get Newer, Better Fire Apparatus

While the Clayton Fire Department retired its "Old Yeller" fire engine a couple of years ago and got a newer red one, Challis has gone the opposite direction and retired "Old Red" for a newer, more reliable yellow fire engine.

The department took delivery of a 1999 engine March 27 and barely found room to park it inside the Challis Fire Hall, North Custer Fire Chief Launna Gunderson said. She had to do some serious measuring to find a bay to fit the new engine. The red 1984 engine now sits outside awaiting a surplus auction.

The new engine has a higher-capacity pump, 1,250 gallons per minute vs. 1,000 gpm for the old one, and can carry five firefighters. It’s equipped with a high-pressure deck gun that can quickly drown fires. The newer engine is the third North Custer has purchased from a small but reliable company in Wisconsin that rebuilds and sells older engines, Gunderson said

Mike Bowman Joins USSC Group Valor Seating

Exton, PA, April 6, 2017 -- USSC Group announced today the appointment of Mike Bowman as Sales Manager for the organization.

“We are all very excited to welcome Mike to the USSC Group team. Mike has been a respected leader in the fire industry for 34 years, ” said Joe Mirabile, President and CEO of USSC Group. “As a Fire Chief, Mike understands the unique needs of first responders. His experience in sales, manufacturing and distribution will benefit all of our customers.”

Mike will report to Steve Toren, Vice President of Valor Sales to continue the expansion of the company's strategic growth plan throughout North America.

"I was very impressed with the quality of the products and the great people at USSC during my interactions with them,” said Bowman. “As a Fire Chief, I have always been a believer in bringing the best possible products to our first responders. I look forward to working with and educating our heroes on the Valor products.”

Bowman has been involved in the first service and fire service industry for over four decades. He has served as a fire chief for 13 years. For the last 15 years, Bowman has served the industry with consistently growing responsibilities and has held active roles in sales, manufacturing, distribution, and customer service. Most recently, he held the position of VP of sales for Smeal Fire Apparatus Companies and Spartan Chassis. He has been active within FDSOA and currently sits on the FAMA Board of Directors.

About USSC Group
USSC Group is a world-class design and engineering company focused on providing safety and survivability solutions to the commerical and military transporation markets. As a leader in the industry, they continue to develop the most durable and ergonomically designed seats to reduce day-to-day driver fatigue and stress. The Group consists of different companies broken into 3 segments – seating, fire suppression, and services. USSC Group is a privately held holding company with manufacturing locations in United States, Sweden, and Poland, headquartered in Exton, PA.