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Welcome

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

Area Northwest of Billings (MT) Will Have Own Fire Service

Posted: Mar 13, 2017

Area Northwest of Billings (MT) Will Have Own Fire Service

Property owners north of Billings have a new fire service area to fight wildfires. The Yellowstone County Commission on Tuesday approved the creation of the Fuego Fire Service Area after receiving no public comments or protests on a resolution.

Previous to the Fuego Fires Service Area, property owners north of Billings who live mostly in the area of Lone Eagle Drive had no official fire protection. But the Shepherd Volunteer Fire Department had been providing fire and structure fire protection at no cost.

Three Highland County (OH) Fire Departments Win MARCS Grants

Three Highland County fire departments were awarded state grants for MARCS radios and user fees, the State Fire Marshal's office announced last week.

The awards included:

• Highland County North Joint Fire District, $49,500.
• Lynchburg Area Joint Fire & Ambulance, $48,397.
• Southern Highland Joint Fire District, $48,902.
MARCS is a radio system that is used across the state by emergency personnel and will help improve communication efforts during emergencies, making communities safer, according to a press release. The awards were part of $3 million that were given out statewide to fire departments.

Investigation Reveals Years of Complaints About Mold and Leaks in Seminole County (FL) Fire Station

9 Investigates uncovered years of complaints about leaks and mold that are making Seminole County firefighters stationed in Winter Springs feel sick. Investigative reporter Karla Ray got a look at recent upgrades meant to address the issues inside Station 24.

9 Investigates found the recent upgrades came after years of temporary fixes. Maintenance notes from summer 2012 describe “mold seeping through new paint” and emails about mold behind electrical covers. One email stated, “There is mold in the wall, and it is a health hazard for our personnel. This has to be addressed.”

Elbeco Introduces Enhanced Design to Poly/Rayon Uniform

Elbeco Dutymaxx

Elbeco Inc. announced an upcoming launch for the new Dutymaxx line, now featuring a bonus of enhancements designed with public safety professionals in mind. The newly enhanced DutyMaxx offers innovative uniform technology that complements the Poly/Rayon uniform. Increased design features include Elbeco’s signature triple- stitched crotch, covert flex waistband with an additional two-inch stretch, flex mesh underarm vents, and more! Wearers can expect superior strength and breathability.

New features and benefits include:

Flex underarm mesh vents that provide body heat ventilation and increased range of motion.
Covert flex waist band which that provides 2” additional stretch
Triple-stitched crotch to prevent blow out
Nano fluid repellency technology to keep wearer dry and comfortable
Double hook and eyes waistband closures
Men’s essential fit pattern
Chest pockets pockets with dual access utility compartments
Flex underarm mesh vents that provide body ventilation and increased range of motion.
Dual communication access openings in side seams to keep wires obscure
New tapered fit.

The enhanced DutyMaxx is scheduled to be on shelves in the Spring 2017. For more information, visit www.elbeco.com.