Menu

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

Posted: Oct 20, 2016

Tribute Video Kicks-Off National Fallen Firefighters Foundation Fundraiser

Emmitsburg, MD – Singer/songwriter Dave Carroll’s new music video, “The Fallen and the Brave” honors firefighters who died while protecting their communities.  

The Fallen and the Brave -- Dave Carroll from NFFF on Vimeo.



This video was shot at the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial in Emmitsburg, Maryland. Watch and download “The Fallen and the Brave” here: https://vimeo.com/188040702

“I'm grateful to the NFFF for the opportunity to help commemorate the lives of fallen firefighters at the Memorial in Emmitsburg and across America,” Carroll said. “This has been one of the most meaningful projects of my career.”

“Dave Carroll’s wonderful tribute will help the public understand the sacrifices made each day by the nation’s firefighters and their families,” said National Fallen Firefighters Foundation Executive Director Ron Siarnicki. “We hope this will inspire everyone to support the survivors of these heroes and Text FIREHERO to 80077 to make a $25 donation to NFFF.”

The music video was produced by the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation in association with Austin Reeves and STATter911 Communications.

NFFF wants to thank those who helped with the video, including: the United States Fire Administration; Dave Carroll; Wayne Powell – National Fire Heritage Center; Don Briggs – Mayor of Emmitsburg; Chief Chad Umbel – Vigilant Hose Company; Vicki Pritchett – National Fire Sprinkler Association; Common Voices;  and Astha Guitars. Additional video from Greg Guise at Guise Video, Rob Schield at Fire Cam and Bill Rohrer at Newsworking.

The United States Congress created the NFFF to lead a nationwide effort to remember America's fallen firefighters. Since 1992, the non-profit foundation has developed and expanded programs to honor fallen fire heroes and assist their families and coworkers.  The NFFF also works closely with the U.S. Fire Administration to help prevent and reduce line-of-duty deaths and injuries.  For more information on the Foundation and its programs visit www.firehero.org.

Help survivors of America's fallen fire heroes – Text FIREHERO to 80077. When prompted, reply to complete your $25.00 donation to NFFF. Charges will appear on your wireless bill, or be deducted from your prepaid balance. All purchases must be authorized by account holder. Must be 18 years of age or have parental permission to participate. Message and Data Rates May Apply. Text STOP to 80077 to STOP. Text HELP to 80077 for HELP. Full Terms: Privacy Policy

 

Read more
Posted: Oct 20, 2016

Fire Truck Photo of the Day-Sutphen Pumper

Lowell (IN) Fire Department pumper. Sutphen four-door six person custom cab and chassis; Cummins ISL9 450-hp engine; Hale Qmax 1,500-gpm pump.

Read more
Posted: Oct 19, 2016

Corpus Christi (TX) City Officials Break Ground on Fire Station 18

Ground was finally broken for Corpus Christi Fire station number 18. With that groundbreaking ceremony, work finally begins on the fire station that was approved by voters back in 2008.
It's going to be built near the intersection of Ayers Street and Saragota Boulevard and will serve the westside and a part of the southside of Corpus Christi. That part of the city has seen an increase in fire calls.

Corpus Christi Fire Chief Robert Rocha says "We've needed a fire station to help support some of the busier stations on the westside, in particular fire stations number 8 on Kostoryz and fire station 10, this will provide us some support and improve our response times in the area.

Fire station 18 should be ready to begin answering calls by late Summer or early Fall 2017.

Read more
Posted: Oct 19, 2016

Cut Bank (MT) VFD 'Fling' Results in New Fire Apparatus

The Cut Bank Volunteer Fire Department keeps their promises. Not only are they keeping their promise to do the very best they can when performing their volunteer firefighting duties, but they are also keeping the promise they made to the community on how they planned on using the amazing donations they received at the past Firemen's Flings fundraisers.
"We promised to use the money we raised at our Firemen Flings to purchase a new fire truck and new turnout gear," said Chief Mark Kropp. "And that is exactly what we have done."

A few years ago, the department knew some of their fire trucks were not going to meet their needs much longer. Adding a new one to the fleet was becoming more and more of a must. So a fire truck committee among the firefighters was formed. Chief Kropp was part of it, as was Scott Racki, Cody Fetters, Doug Vermulm, Michael Moran, Jess Fey and Pat Fey.

The new truck was ordered and on Sept. 9 it arrived. The local firemen are now in possession of a 2016 fire engine red Ford F550, 4-door, diesel, "which we designed 100 percent from bumper to bumper," he stated.

It is more than just a regular Ford pickup. This one came outfitted as a fire truck, complete with more features than a regular truck off the lot, which explains why its sticker price was just over $160,000.

"The firemen put up $56,000 and the Glacier County Commissioners kicked in the remainder. So we did as we promised and put the money we raised from our flings to really good use to get a well-outfitted fire truck we needed so badly," Chief Kropp said. "It really is a fantastic truck and we cannot thank the community enough for all of their support in helping us get this truck."

The old truck that was replaced by this new addition did not just end up in a junkyard somewhere. It still had some life left in it and according to Chief Kropp it went to Del Bonita, which was in need of a fire truck. "They were happy to have it," he added.

Read more
RSS
First38333834383538363838384038413842Last

Theme picker

Upcoming Events

Theme picker

Sponsors

Fire Mechanics Section Board

Chair

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Chair

Elliot Courage
North Whatcom Fire & Rescue
Read more

Vice Chair

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Vice Chair

Mike Smith 
Pierce County Fire District #5
Read more

Secretary

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Secretary

Greg Bach
South Snohomish County Fire & Rescue
Read more

Director #1

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #1

Doug Jones
South Kitsap Fire & Rescue
Read more

Director #2

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #2

Paul Spencer 
Fire Fleet Maintenance LLC
Read more

Director #3

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #3

Jim Morris
Mountain View Fire Department
Read more

Director #4

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #4

Arnie Kuchta

Clark County Fire District 6

Read more

Director #6

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #6

Brett Annear
Kitsap County Fire District 18
Read more

Director #5

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #5

Jay Jacks
Camano Island Fire & Rescue
Read more

Legislative Representative

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Legislative Representative

TBD
TBD
Read more

Immediate Past Chair

Posted: Oct 20, 2015

Immediate Past Chair

Brian Fortner
Graham Fire & Rescue

Read more
RSS

Theme picker

2020 CAR SHOW