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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: Oct 27, 2016

Bayonne (NJ) Awarded Fire Equipment

A nonprofit foundation has awarded the city's Fire Department over $16,000 worth of turnout gear including coats, pants, boots and gloves. The new equipment, which will replace seven sets of old gear, was awarded by the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation.
Bayonne Mayor Jimmy Davis said in a statement that "It is important that our firefighters have the key resources they need when entering hazardous fire conditions.

"Resources like turnout gear allow firefighters to provide safe and efficient services to the community if and when necessary. Many thanks to the Firehouse Subs Foundation for this generous grant."

In a similar vein, Jackie Gubbins, the foundation's Senior Manager of Foundation Programs, said the gear "will provide firefighters with critical protection on the job."

Bayonne Fire Chief Keith Weaver and Deputy Fire Chiefs William Bartos and Stephen Peterson accepted the new gear -- valued at $16,440 -- at a dedication ceremony in Totowa on Wednesday.

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Posted: Oct 27, 2016

Hallsburg (TX) VFD Improves Firefighting Capabilities

A grant given to the Hallsburg Volunteer Fire Department from Texas A&M Forest Service's Rural Volunteer Fire Department Assistance Program will help expand the department's capability to fight wildland fires. The grant, which totals $18,891, will provide funds for the department to buy a new slip-on unit that is designed to fight grass and brush fires.
The new unit will replace an old one that is beginning to fail.

"The apparatus is built for the rigors of the fire service and easily mounted in the back of a pick-up or a custom-built bed and is especially effective in handling wildland fires, car fires and many others," Hallsburg assistant fire Chief Phillip Wilson said in a Thursday news release.

"We had just purchased a 2006 one-ton truck and were going to put a tank on it when we received the notice that we were approved for this slip-on unit," Wilson said.

The new slip-on has a 500-gallon water tank and foam capabilities. It has gone into service and already responded to two calls.

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Posted: Oct 27, 2016

Public Safety to Cut Ribbon on Petoskey (MI) Fire Apparatus

The Petoskey Department of Public Safety invites the public to get an up-close view of its newest fire truck at a ribbon-cutting event on Saturday, Oct. 29, in downtown Petoskey. The ribbon cutting is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. Saturday along East Mitchell Street near the Petoskey Regional Chamber of Commerce office.
The $1.1 million fire truck, built by Sutphen Corp., is equipped with a 100-foot aerial platform. A public safety millage which city voters approved in August allowed for its purchase. A portion of Mitchell Street will be closed during Saturday's ribbon-cutting, and public safety staff will be on hand to answer questions
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Posted: Oct 27, 2016

Dual-Purpose Dries Turnout Gear and Hose

After contaminated hose and turnout gear has been thoroughly and safely washed, it is necessary for it to be dried in a quick and safe manner. Circul-Air Drying Cabinets provide a safe and more economical alternative to the cost of towers and the damaging practice of drying on hot pavement or in intense sunlight – both of which have the potential to damage expensive equipment. Fresh air is drawn over thermostatically controlled, 1000-watt heater strips by a high volume, top mounted axial fan. Variable dryer settings can maintain an optimum hose drying temperature. Or, as an alternative to the warm air settings available, the ambient air setting dries without heat.

Circul-Air’s Dual Purpose Dryer allows hose and turnout gear to be dried quickly and safely, minimizing shrinkage while ensuring a rapid return to service. When emergencies arise, you want your equipment ready to go, so it’s essential to get hose and turnout gear back into service as quickly as possible. Circul-Air’s high-capacity drying cabinet handles up to 500 feet of 5-inch hose. Ten removable galvanized steel shelves permit other items to be dried in the cabinet, and a 12-hour timer shuts down the dryer automatically. You’ll use less energy and never overheat and damage the hose.

Features include: 

  • Now with an Industry Leading 5 year warranty
  • 900 CFM
  • Average life cycle of 35+ years
  • Conforms to NFPA 1851
  • Dry 4-6 sets of gear easily in 4 hours or less
  • Dry 500ft of 5 inch hose in 10-12 hours
  • Easily dry boots and gloves without additional accessories
  • Easy to use control panel with an automatic 12 hour shut off timer
  • ETL CSA certified
  • Professional grade quality
  • AFG grant approved
  • Includes 2 shelves and 6 gear hangers

For more information, visit www.circul-air-corp.com.

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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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