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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: Jan 25, 2017

Kingston (AL) Residents Get First Look at New Fire Station

Tuesday night people in the Kingston neighborhood got their first look at the plans for their new fire station. Crews plan to break ground in late February and could be complete in eight months.

To get to this point was an uphill battle for residents. The city closed Kingston Fire Station in May of 2016 and was demolished later that summer.

Homeowners protested, held sit-ins, and signed petition to get the city council to approve funding for a new fire station. It was finally approved and for residents like Hamidullah Abudr Rahmaan have been waiting on this moment for a while.

"We struggled hard the get that fire station. The fire station is very important in any community and it is vital in Kingston," said Rahmaan.

Gwendolyn Cook Webb said the fire station was a matter of life and death. Birmingham's fire chief said without it, an additional two minutes were tacked on to call times.

"Without a fire station you missing part of the life. It's where you go and have there were two fires, two terrible fires," said Webb.

Now Webb is feeling a lot better about the situation.

"It makes me feel much safer that if I think she is about to be rebuilt in the modern technology that it's going to be placed in it," she said.

Birmingham City Councilor William Parker serves the Kingston community and was a part of the efforts to get the fire station approved.

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Posted: Jan 25, 2017

$3.8 Million Metairie (LA) Fire Station Grand Opening

The completion of Metairie's new $3.8 million Fire Station 17 will be celebrated Friday (Jan. 29) with a ribbon cutting. The ceremony for the new facility, at 6616 Kawanee St., begins at 10 a.m. The 10,468 square-foot building is more than double the size of the old station, which was built in the early 1960s.

The 10,468 square-foot building is more than double the size of the old station, which was built in the early 1960s. It was constructed to withstand sustained 150 mph wind, according to a Jefferson Parish news release.

The facility, which includes a kitchen and sleeping quarters, can house essential personnel during a Category 3 hurricane, parish officials say.

Construction of the fire station was funded with a dedicated millage for the Eastbank Consolidated Fire Department. The contractor for the project was Construction Masters Inc. Digital Imaging Engineering designed and constructed the building.

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Posted: Jan 25, 2017

Coxreels® Dual Hydraulic Reels

Coxreels dual hydraulic reels are designed for use with hydraulic tools and accessories and are offered in two configurations: the MPD and the TDMP series. As with most Coxreels spring rewind reels, the dual hydraulic reels feature single-sided access for both the spring and the swivel. The supply and return lines come in the same side of the reel into an external fluid path via a removable, dual-port hydraulic swivel. This same inlet and swivel side of the reel also houses an easy-to-service spring cartridge motor.

This design, unique to the industry, allows for service of the main components without removal of the reel when the reel is installed into truck body boxes, as is popular in the service truck industry. Because the reel can be installed with the back side of the drum right up against a wall without concern for incoming hose lines, space usage is improved. For capacities up to 30 feet of dual hose, the MPD series features a dual-axle support system with a solid steel one-inch axle.

The TDMP is robustly built for capacities up to 50 feet, with triple-axle support, dual arm guides, and stainless steel hose guide rollers. As with all Coxreels spring retractable reels, the dual hydraulic reels feature heavy gauge steel construction, durable polyester powder coat, rolled and ribbed discs, a two-year warranty, and are manufactured in the USA.

For more information, visit www.coxreels.com.

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Posted: Jan 25, 2017

Kochek Introduces New Series of Handline Nozzles

Putnam, CT—Kochek recently launched a new series of handline nozzles. Built with increased reach in the straight stream position and less friction loss through the nozzle for better stream conversion, Kochek’s new nozzle series offers firefighters an affordable, user-friendly, and highly effective firefighting weapon.

Firefighter/EMS Lieutenant Amanda DeTorio recently tested Kochek’s new series of handline nozzles at a training in Putnam, Connecticut. “The amount of protection [they] offered me was absolutely incredible” she says. “I really liked using these...not only are they lightweight and easy to operate, they are also smooth, highly efficient and reliably consistent.” DeTorio tested each nozzle and was quick to identify her top choice. “I liked the Patriot model the best,” she said, “because the fog stream opened up very wide and formed a nice wall between me and the stream, which is great for ventilation and protection if we’re in a fire.”

Kochek’s new firefighting nozzles are more uniform and come with improved fog and smaller water drops.

Chief Mark Bosse from Poland (ME) Fire and Rescue was also a fan of Kochek’s new nozzles. According to Bosse, “Kochek’s new Patriot and Defender adjustable nozzles felt really good. The handles and smooth bore fog patterns felt really great in the hands of our firefighters.”

The Defender Automatic offers a wide range of variable flows and is available in 1½-and 2½-inch versions and in three models. The automated system ensures a strong operating pressure and constant gallonage in all positions. Each model offers flow ranges of 15 to 210 gpm. Lightweight, hard-coated and built to last, the Defender Automatic nozzle features a durable polymer shutoff handle and two-part rubber bumpers for maximum protection and easier gripping.

The Defender Constant is a heavy-duty, professional, constant-gallonage nozzle. Yielding constant gallonage in all positions, this model is ideal for use with foam eductors and tubes and is available in one-, 1½- and 2½-inch versions and in four models. Its flush position is capable of flushing without shutting down. Lightweight, hard-coated, and durable, the Defender Constant is built with extruded aluminum and also features two-part rubber bumpers for maximum protection and easier gripping.

The Defender Select offers many of the same features, specs, and functionalities as the Constant and Automatic. A high-performance nozzle with multiple constant-gallonage flows, this nozzle is available in one-, 1½-, 2½-inch sizes.

Intentionally designed without spinning teeth for ease of use and maintenance, the Patriot Series is available in a 1½-inch size and in four models. Built to last, the Patriot Series is designed in accordance with all NFPA requirements.

President and CEO of Kochek, Dan Olm, said "We are excited to introduce the Patriot and Defender...the feedback we've received so far reflects well on the quality, efficacy and craftsmanship of these new nozzles. We are proud to say that Kochek products are now able to move water fast from the water source right to the fire."

For more information, visit www.kochek.com/nozzles.

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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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Posted: Oct 21, 2015

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Immediate Past Chair

Posted: Oct 20, 2015

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Brian Fortner
Graham Fire & Rescue

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