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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

Posted: Feb 16, 2017

Feld Fire Added as a Spartan ERV Fire Apparatus Dealer

Spartan and Feld Fire logos

Spartan ERV (Emergency Response Vehicles), a leading fire apparatus manufacturer based out of Brandon, SD, recently expanded their apparatus service and sales reach by welcoming Feld Fire to their family of dealers. The Iowa-based fire industry leader will now represent Spartan ERV across four states including Iowa, Nebraska, South Dakota and Missouri.

In order to become a dealer for Spartan ERV, which is part of Spartan Motors, Inc., a high-standard must be upheld and specific criteria must be met. Due to Feld Fire’s exceptional sales force coverage, and experienced apparatus sales and service personnel, the two companies have reached an agreement and was put into effect on January 19, 2017. Under the new contract, Feld Fire will sell and service a full lineup of fire apparatus including pumpers, aerials, rescues, tankers, and wildland units.

When asked about the new deal, Feld Fire President John Feld had this to say: “Our team is excited to be working with Spartan ERV and have already familiarized ourselves with their brand, inside and out.” With more than 70 years of fire industry experience, Feld Fire is poised for continued success. Feld went on to say, “We always strive to provide excellent customer service; partnering with Spartan is an incredible opportunity and we’re looking forward to supporting this great American company for years to come.”

Those looking to learn more about Feld Fire can visit with company reps during the Iowa State Fire School in Ames, IA, February 25-26, as well as the State Capitol Area Firefighters Association show in Topeka, KS, March 16-18. Additionally, interested parties are encouraged to visit Feld Fire’s official website at www.FeldFire.com or follow the company on Facebook (Facebook.com/FeldFire).

About Spartan ERV
Spartan ERV is a part of Spartan Motors, Inc., a publicly traded and diversified company serving multiple industries that was created in 1975. Fire Truck design, development, manufacturing and after the sale support have always been at the heart of the company and continues today. Spartan ERV draws on more than 135 years of firefighting and emergency rescue experience. With facilities in Michigan, South Dakota and Pennsylvania, Spartan is well positioned to meet the needs of customers and dealers throughout the Americas and the world.

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Kannapolis (NC) Looks to Replace Aging Fire Stations

Posted: Feb 16, 2017

Kannapolis (NC) Looks to Replace Aging Fire Stations

KANNAPOLIS - Kannapolis officials are currently in the process of planning the construction of two Kannapolis Fire Department stations. Kannapolis City Council has approved the purchase of 2.95 acres of property at the intersection of Old Earnhardt Road and Concord Lake Road for $325,000 for the construction of a new Fire Station 3 to replace the old one currently located on Florida Avenue.

The North Carolina city of Kannapolis is moving ahead with the replacement of two aging fire stations, according to the Independent Tribune.

The new Fire Station 2 is estimated to cost $3.5 million, while $325,000 was approved for the construction of a new Fire Station 3.

Both stations cannot adequately accommodate the number of fire trucks and other fire service equipment needed to cover the demand for emergency services in the city, the report said.

Olcott (NY) Fire Company to Get New Fire Engine

Share with: Sen. Ortt Secures $130K of State Taxpayer Money for Volunteer Fire Company The Olcott Fire Company, a volunteer fire department serving the hamlet of Olcott in the Town of Newfane in Niagara County, pop. 1,241, will replace its 15-year-old fire truck with a new Heavy Duty Response Truck that will allow members to assist with ...

The Niagara Falls Reporterwrote about plans for a new rig coming to a Niagara County fire department.

The truck is expected to be purchased by the Olcott Fire Company and in use this year, according to the report.

Hallmark Visits KS Fire Department to Ready Fire Truck Ornament

Hallmark Visits Ark City To Prepare Fire Truck Ornament 2/15/2017 All kids love a classic red fire truck. And, as it turns out, quite a lot of collectors do too. Since 1987, Hallmark's Keepsake Ornament Club has offered insider information, behind-the-scenes looks, a quarterly newsletter and a special edition members-only Dream Book-plus member-exclusive collectible ornaments and events created especially for its biggest fans.

Since 2003, Hallmark has offered a series of classic fire truck ornament, and the company recently visited the Arkansas City (KS) Fire Department to get a look at one of its classic apparatus--a restored 1932 Buick.

The Ponca City News had a report on the visit and the colorful history of the vehicle. In 2018, the Hallmark team will release a small-scale version of a 1932 Buick fire truck, the report said.