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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: Jun 8, 2017

Key Fire Hose Introduces TRU-ID Attack Hose

Key Fire Hose's TRU-ID Attack Hose

From coast-to-coast, fire departments put out the call for an attack line that will deliver tried and true performance. A hose that delivers targeted application rates with reduced kink, minimal nozzle whip and specific friction loss. At FDIC International 2017, Key Hose answered the call by introducing TRU-ID, the first and only “true internal diameter” hose specifically designed for front line, heavy duty firefighting.

Doug Bonney, Key Hose, Director of Sales and Marketing, stated, “TRU-ID sets new standards for an ergonomic, lighter weight, higher quality, double-jacketed attack lines.”

At the core of TRU-ID is an exclusive “true internal diameter” of 1.75" or 2.50". Manufactured to precision, this technology greatly lowers the overall hose weight by eliminating additional water found in oversized attack lines — thus reducing firefighter fatigue. Virtually kink resistant, TRU-ID handlines are designed for use with low pressure/high volume nozzles built to reduce hose whip and optimize friction loss, all while delivering targeted flow rates, guaranteed.

On the outside, Key’s premium double jacket construction enhances flexibility while offering higher abrasion and puncture resistance for maximum dependability on scene. TRU-ID comes standard with lightweight, laser engraved, extruded aluminum alloy couplings. These anodized, threaded expansion ring couplings are guaranteed for the life of the hose. A combat classic reborn, the unique construction of TRU-ID gives firefighters the performance, flexibility and endurance to deal with the toughest challenges.

Burke Gunther, President of Key Hose, “We are committed to listening to the voice of our fire service professionals and are continually improving on every process and every product we offer. Listening and responding to the needs of first responders who rely on proper water delivery to protect not only their own lives, but the lives and property of others, is paramount in our drive to develop new and innovative products, this is Key.”

For more information on TRU-ID Hose call 800-447-5666, visit www.tru-idhose.com or contact your local Key Hose Distributor.

 

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Posted: Jun 8, 2017

Fire Truck Photo of the Day-Pierce Midmount Platform

Phoenix (AZ) Ladder 4 staging at a barn fire.

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Posted: Jun 7, 2017

Gainesville (MO) Fire Department, City Council Take First Steps Toward Disaster Recovery

At a special meeting of the Gainesville City Council Monday night, the council members took steps to help the Gainesville Volunteer Fire Department recover from a May 30 fire that destroyed almost all of the department’s vehicles and equipment. The council approved sending someone to inspect a pumper truck that has been offered for sale. It also authorized Gainesville fire chief Ed Doiron to send up to 10 sets of bunker gear (the firefighters’ protective clothing) that had survived the April 29-30 flood and was not damaged in the fire to be professionally cleaned and decontaminated.
Doiron told the Times that all the insurance adjusters have visited the site but have not yet given a final determination. The investigator is expected to return Monday, June 12, to complete his investigation.

Doiron said GVFD has “received may offers of donations for trucks and equipment, and we thank those fire departments and individuals that have contacted us with offers and donations. The fire service is a true family that helps each other in times of loss, both physical and emotional. We have bunker gear and some equipment coming, but I am holding off on most things until we have somewhere to store it. The city council has been supportive in our efforts to get up and running again.”

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Posted: Jun 7, 2017

Longboat (FL) Talks Fire Station Upgrades

As the Town Commission sought to narrow its options for Longboat Key's south fire station, Commissioner Jack Daly asked Fire Chief Paul Dezzi what he'd rather see. "To be honest with you, Commissioner, I would say knock it down and rebuild a two-story fire station," Dezzi replied.
On Monday, Dezzi and architect Todd Sweet presented the Town Commission with five options to either renovate or rebuild the station, located at 2162 Gulf of Mexico Drive.

Construction costs for three renovation options were estimated between $1.8 million to about $3.1 million, while construction costs for the two rebuilding options were estimated higher than $3.6 million. Dezzi’s recommendation was the most costly, estimated at nearly $4 million. Costs do not include permitting and inspection fees.

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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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