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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: Apr 11, 2017

MSA Moves Full Speed at FDIC to Deploy New Thermal Imaging Technology to Fire Departments

PITTSBURGH, April 10, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- As the only manufacturer to offer a true thermal imaging camera (TIC) integrated directly into a firefighter's self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), MSA Safety Incorporated (NYSE: MSA) is moving full speed to deploy this game changing technology to fire departments around the world.  Today, the company announced that it plans to equip 60 well-deserving firefighters with their G1 Integrated Thermal Imaging Camera (G1 iTIC), free of charge, at the annual Fire Department Instructor's Conference (FDIC) in Indianapolis, Ind., scheduled for later this month.

According to Steve Blanco, Vice President and General Manager for MSA's business in the U.S. and Canada, the iTIC giveaway at FDIC is just the first of several steps the company is planning to showcase the benefits of the G1 iTIC for the fire service.  "Having received NFPA approval in February of this year, we're looking forward to the FDIC show as the best stage to illustrate – in a very real manner – our commitment to continually innovate on behalf of firefighters across the globe.  It also gives us the ability to demonstrate how the G1 iTIC has the potential to literally save lives."

In addition to the product giveaway, Mr. Blanco noted that the company will be offering a fully immersive virtual reality experience for show attendees to better see and appreciate the features of the G1 iTIC firsthand. 

The G1 iTIC gives fire departments the opportunity to cost-effectively equip every firefighter with a thermal imaging camera, thereby helping firefighters improve their operational effectiveness.  Incorporating this technology directly into the SCBA provides multiple advantages, such as an auto-on feature that activates the camera once the SCBA is pressurized.  In addition, this design also eliminates the need to carry an additional piece of equipment.  It is also driven by the G1 SCBA's single integrated power source, which eliminates the need for additional batteries.

Compatible with any G1 SCBA, including the more than 60,000 units in use at fire departments around the world, this new innovative accessory features a patent-pending design and takes advantage of the only full-color display control module available on the market today.  Additionally, it can be installed at the factory or via a simple, 10-minute field upgrade.

"The G1 SCBA is more than a product.  It's really a technology platform that was developed with a vision of being adaptable to provide firefighters with the latest technology as soon as it becomes available," continued Mr. Blanco.  "Our Integrated TIC is a great example of how MSA's innovation can quickly be brought to market, providing firefighters with new tools to help save more lives in ways never before possible."

Interested parties not in attendance at FDIC in Indianapolis can keep up-to-date with the latest happenings from the exhibition hall by visiting MSA's Facebook page.

 

About MSA

Established in 1914, MSA Safety Incorporated is the global leader in the development, manufacture and supply of safety products that protect people and facility infrastructures. Many MSA products integrate a combination of electronics, mechanical systems and advanced materials to protect users against hazardous or life-threatening situations. The company's comprehensive product line is used by workers around the world in a broad range of markets, including the oil, gas and petrochemical industry, the fire service, the construction industry, mining and the military. MSA's core products include self-contained breathing apparatus, fixed gas and flame detection systems, portable gas detection instruments, industrial head protection products, fire and rescue helmets, and fall protection devices. With 2016 revenues of $1.15 billion, MSA employs approximately 4,30

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Posted: Apr 11, 2017

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Posted: Apr 10, 2017

Fire Chief on Cullman (AL) New Fire Station

The Tribune recently got an update on Cullman Fire Rescue’s (CFR’s) new Fire Station No. 3 from Chief Edward Reinhardt, Jr. The four-bay facility is located on Alabama Highway 157, behind Merchants Bank on the east side of Piggly Wiggly; it will serve the northwest part of the city.

"We've actually already started construction there," said Reinhardt. "They've poured some of the pads, and they're starting to put up some of the framing today (Thursday, Apr. 6)."

According to Reinhardt, the station will house CFR's administrative offices, which are currently in Cullman City Hall, and will be the base of operations for first response/pumper engine 517 and the department's new rescue truck no. 3. The rescue truck is a medical response vehicle; the engine is a multi-purpose platform equipped for medical response, firefighting, automobile crash response and numerous other tasks. CFR Training Officer Brian Bradberry added that the new station will also house the department's hazmat and technical rescue trailers.

 

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Posted: Apr 10, 2017

New Meridian (MS) Fire Apparatus Now in Service

The Meridian Fire Department's newest fire truck is now in service, less than a year after tragedy struck the department. Engine 3 was responding to a fire in September when it ran off the road and rolled down an embankment, killing 40-year-old Eric Gustafson and injuring two others.
The truck was replaced with a brand-new, top-of-the-line truck in February. The assistant fire chief says they hope to honor Gustafson's memory with the new Engine 3.

"Due to the tragedy that happened, we have a new truck to take its place," MFD assistant fire chief Ricky Leister says. "We're going to continue to live on and remember and move forward."

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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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Greg Bach
South Snohomish County Fire & Rescue
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Doug Jones
South Kitsap Fire & Rescue
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Posted: Oct 21, 2015

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Paul Spencer 
Fire Fleet Maintenance LLC
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Jim Morris
Mountain View Fire Department
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Posted: Oct 21, 2015

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Arnie Kuchta

Clark County Fire District 6

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Posted: Oct 21, 2015

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Brett Annear
Kitsap County Fire District 18
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Posted: Oct 21, 2015

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Jay Jacks
Camano Island Fire & Rescue
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Posted: Oct 21, 2015

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Posted: Oct 20, 2015

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Brian Fortner
Graham Fire & Rescue

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