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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: Nov 4, 2016

Akron Brass Releases UltraJet™ Handline Nozzle

UltraJet

Akron Brass announces the arrival of a new all-in-one handline nozzle. The UltraJet combines the powerful punch of a true smooth bore and the widespread protection of a full NFPA fog pattern in one. Now you can have the best of both, no matter your preferred style.

The UltraJet simplifies fire ground operations with intuitive functionality, matching flows in all patterns, and the ability to change patterns without shutting down. There is no need to control pressure at the pump. Simply turn the UltraJet bumper to transition from smooth bore, to narrow fog and then wide fog while maintaining consistent water flow
and pressure.

No additional training is required to get smooth bore and fog all in one. The UltraJet nozzle operates just like the standard nozzles you’ve been accustomed to using, making training straightforward and mutual aid no problem.

Capable of flowing anywhere from 118 to 297 gpm (447 to 1124 lpm), the UltraJet can hold its own on any fire ground. Need to flow foam? No problem. This nozzle can be used with CAFS and other foam applications. To reduce reaction force and fatigue on the firefighter, the UltraJet can be operated at pressures as low as 50 psi (3 bar). The combination of streams in one nozzle also eliminates the chance for lost or misplaced tips.

Why choose when you can have both patterns in one handline nozzle. Whether you flow water or foam or prefer smooth bore or fog, the UltraJet incorporates the best of both worlds so you never have to compromise.

See the UltraJet in action! Visit akronbrass.com/UltraJet for more information and to schedule a demonstration.

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Posted: Nov 4, 2016

Streamlight Announces Antron Brown Racing Sponsorship

EAGLEVILLE, PA—Streamlight® Inc., a provider of high-performance lighting tools, announced it has teamed with Antron Brown, an American drag racer and back-to-back winner of the 2016 and 2015 Top Fuel World Championships. Brown, who also won the same title in 2012, is currently driving the Matco Tools Toyota for Don Schumacher Racing in the National Hot Rod Association’s (NHRA) Top Fuel division.  He holds a total of 55 event titles.

“We have teamed with Antron because of our long-time commitment to the automotive market and the fact that so many of our customers are huge drag racing fans,” says Streamlight Vice President, Sales and Marketing, Michael F. Dineen. “Antron and his team regularly use Streamlight products in maintaining their vehicles, and we are very proud to have him represent our brand.”

“We are very excited and proud to be partners with Streamlight,” says Brown. “When I think of Streamlight, I think of trust and reliability. When I’m going 330 miles per hour, I definitely want them in my corner.”

For more information, visit www.streamlight.com.

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Posted: Nov 4, 2016

M180™ Three-in-One Exterior Light

Code 3®, Inc. introduces the M180 exterior light—a 3-in-1 light that combines an intersection light, takedown light, and puddle light into one compact housing.

The Code 3 M180 can be mounted anywhere an MR6™ can, making it an extremely versatile light. In addition to MR6 mounting locations, new bracket offerings for all pursuit vehicles including under the side mirror, in front of the side mirror, and side window mountings make it an extremely versatile light. A grommet mount is optional. The M180 comes in red, white, blue, green, and amber. There are 29 single-color flash patterns. The M180 syncs with existing Chase™, MR6 and Mega Thin™ LEDs, making it incredibly easy to integrate into an existing setup.

The M180 meets SAE J845 and J595 Class 1 specifications and California Title 13 photometric requirements when properly configured. It is 12-24 VDC and runs 0.9 amps @ 12 VDC. The M180 is tested to withstand temperatures from -40°C to 77°C. There is a 5-Year Warranty on the LEDs.

For more information, visit code3esg.com.

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Posted: Nov 4, 2016

Commercial Truck Bed Extension

Alpharetta, GA—Metcam has announced that TramBed 2.0, its patented commercial truck bed extension, will soon be available on the Truck Candy Web site. Although Truck Candy sells internationally, its headquarters are U.S.-based in Glendale, Arizona. 

TramBed, which was introduced in 2015, is an aftermarket, slide-out truck bed with welded, adjustable, power-coated legs. With a TramBed installed in the factory truck bed, operators enjoy a convenient in-field work surface that places all their machinery and materials within easy reach. They can also transport up to 2,000 pounds of cargo in the TramBed and slide it out for quick access with complete stability and support. Metcam recently unveiled TramBed 2.0, an enhanced version available at a lower price thanks to the economies of fabricating a mature product.

Key features of TramBed 2.0 include:

  • Heavy-duty construction includes an all stainless steel deck and factory-welded, powder-painted extension rails and legs.
  • The easy-slide extension’s specialized design reduces the potential for finger-pinching and ensures the tram extension remains in a controlled position.
  • The TramBed extension is 20 percent longer than the typical truck bed extender.
  • TramBed is also optimal for use with a forklift, because loads do not have to be “evenly distributed” as they do for typical truck bed extensions.
  • The base model is designed for a standard (eight-foot) truck bed, with versions available for other bed lengths.
  • Shipping in the continental U.S.A. is included in the price.
  • Units arrive completely preassembled and ready for rapid installation.

For more information, visit www.metcam.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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Posted: Oct 21, 2015

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Immediate Past Chair

Posted: Oct 20, 2015

Immediate Past Chair

Brian Fortner
Graham Fire & Rescue

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