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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 15, 2017

Scott Safety Launches EPIC 3 RDI Voice Amp that works with Motorola APX™ Field Radios

Scott Safety Launches EPIC 3 RDI Voice Amp

Scott Safety announced the release of the EPIC 3 Radio Direct Interface (RDI) voice amplifier, the latest addition to the EPIC 3 communications platform. The RDI delivers clear voice communications in loud environments while providing a cost-effective option by working with existing compatible Motorola field radios, as well as Scott SCBA/PPE. Utilizing Bluetooth communications, the RDI offers easy set up and operation with field radios and remote speaker microphones.

“Clear communications are critical to fireground safety and effective operations,” said Scott Garmon, communications product line manager for Scott Safety. “The EPIC 3 RDI voice amplifier provides seamless, intuitive operation with compatible Motorola APX radios and XE RSMs to deliver clear and reliable SCBA and fireground radio communications.”

The EPIC 3 RDI voice amplifier simplifies system integration and operation. When operating the RDI voice amplifier with Scott Safety SCBA equipment, a firefighter can communicate directly through the APX radio via the XE RSM push-to-talk (PTT) interface, providing a significant improvement to in-mask voice communication clarity. Simplified Bluetooth operation ensures fast and easy transitioning between tactical SCBA/radio and non-tactical radio communication modes while eliminating face piece wire entanglement hazards.

Rugged and high-heat rated construction ensures years of reliable operation. The EPIC 3 RDI voice amplifier is NFPA 1981 approved (2002/2007/2013 editions) and is compatible with Scott Safety Air-Pak SCBA, PAPR, and APR products. Operational support for additional compatible Bluetooth enabled tactical field radios will be announced at future dates.

By operating with compatible Bluetooth enabled field radios, remote speaker microphones, and Scott SCBA and personal protection equipment, the EPIC 3 RDI voice amplifier provides new and existing customers with the safety and operational benefits of enhanced voice communications while extending the value of their technology investment.

To learn more about the EPIC 3 RDI voice amplifier, please contact your local Scott sales representative.

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Franklin Park (IL) Plans on New Fire Truck

Posted: Feb 15, 2017

Franklin Park (IL) Plans on New Fire Truck

Franklin Park officials are considering the purchase of a new fire truck for the village fire department's fleet. During a presentation to the village board in October, Fire Chief William Brehm said the village's current reserve fire engine had undergone at least $170,000 in repairs over the last 10 years.

Franklin Park Fire Chief William Brehm has reportedly requested that village to invest in a new quint-style truck from Emergency One Inc., which would consolidate the functions of two older trucks in the village.

During his presentation last year, Brehm said the quint truck would be able to carry more tools, such as special foam to put out vehicle fires and ground ladders, in addition to its 100-foot aerial ladder with a built-in hose and 500-gallon water tank with a 1,500-gallon-per-minute pump.

Bakersfield (CA) Fire Truck Gets into Accident with Car

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. - A Bakersfield Fire truck got into a fender-bender with a car on the Calloway Bridge over the Westside Parkway Tuesday just after 8 a.m. The truck from Station 15 on Buena Vista Road was reportedly on its way to a call when a white four-door sedan clipped the front of the truck just past the on ramp to the eastbound parkway.

No one was hurt when a Bakersfield (CA) fire apparatus got into a motor vehicle accident with a car Tuesday.

Fire officials said this is an example of giving emergency vehicles plenty of room and limiting distractions while behind the wheel, according to the local ABC affiliate.

Petersburg (VA) Fire Truck Idled for Weeks Over $100 Repair

PETERSBURG, Va. -- Viewers in Petersburg reached out to the CBS 6 Problem Solvers about a fire engine that has been out of service for nearly two weeks. The issue keeping the truck garaged would cost less than one hundred dollars to fix. The old tire has to be taken off and the new tire mounted.

WTVR reported on the situation in Petersburg, Virginia, in which a fire apparatus was apparently out of service for almost two weeks over a repair that should cost less that $100 to fix.

An old tire has to be taken off and the new tire mounted, according to WTVR. The station has borrowed a fire engine from Fort Lee.

The city has recently been in the spotlight over budget issues related to public safety.