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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

Fire Station in Bristol (CT) Reopens

Posted: Jul 27, 2016

Fire Station in Bristol (CT) Reopens

Fire Station 4, at 17 Vincent P. Kelly Road, had been vacant since December until about three weeks ago when firefighters moved back in after the $6 million renovation project. "It came out beautiful," said Fire Chief Jay Kolakoski.

On Thursday at 5 p.m., firefighters will join city officials in dedicating the newly-renovated station to all previous Bristol firefighters and those around the country who have been killed in the line of duty within the last year.

The chief is hoping all those involved in the project, including the mayor, members of the City Council and the Building Committee and representatives from the construction and architecture crews, will join the ribbon-cutting ceremony so firefighters can show their appreciation.

Among the renovations included making separate bunkrooms and bathrooms for men and women in one of the city's five fire stations. This is the second fire station in the city to make such accommodations

"Firefighting used to be very male-dominant, and it still is, but there are more females in the fire service now than ever," the chief said.

He described the fire station, which was built in the 1960s, as more of an "old bunker" before the remodel.

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Fire Apparatus Collides with Pedestrian in Costa Mesa (CA)

Posted: Jul 27, 2016

Fire Apparatus Collides with Pedestrian in Costa Mesa (CA)

Police are investigating a collision between a Costa Mesa fire truck and a pedestrian near 19th Street and Park Avenue. "We did respond and transported a male patient in his 30's with serious injuries", said Costa Mesa Fire Capt. Chris Coates. "Police are investigating."

New Fire Apparatus Added to Escanaba Township (MI) Fire Department

The Escanaba Township Fire Department is proud to present its new fire truck to the fleet. It's a 100 Form Spartan Aerial Platform Fire Truck. It features a 500 horse power diesel engine, a ladder that has a vertical reach of a 100 feet and a horizontal reach of 94 feet.

The fire truck is a highly efficient tool for the firemen that has the ability to release 2,000 gallons of water per minute.

"If I'm going to flow 100 gallons per minute at a fire that would take 10 to 12 personnel," said Tom Sealander, ladder captain. "With this truck we can do it with two. It's going to be a bigger knockdown capability. It will certainly enhance the safety of the firefighters."

The fire truck was completed last month in South Dakota. It was then shipped to Grayling for the lettering and final detailing before going across the bridge Tuesday night.

Los Angeles County Fire Department Chooses KME for 20 Fire Trucks

Nesquehoning, PA –KME, a member of REV Group, has announced that the Los Angeles County (CA) Fire Department (LAC0FD) has awarded it an order for 20 custom pumpers. The new fire trucks, when delivered in 2017, will join hundreds of KME apparatus currently in service at the LACoFD. The purchase includes a contract provision for fire departments nationwide that allows them to “tag-on” to the contract and take advantage of the discounted pricing until December 31, 2016.

The apparatus will be built on KME’s Severe Service™ cab and chassis. The Severe Service was engineered in conjunction with the fire service and designed for use in extreme conditions and fleets. Components have been subjected to high-volume use with more than a million miles of real world testing. The pumpers have a 500-hp engine and an air ride rear suspension for improved vehicle ride and handling. The pumping system features a 1,500-gpm midship pump and a 250-gpm auxiliary pump for pump-and-roll operations. The tank has a capacity of 500 gallons of water and 25 gallons of Class A foam, which feeds the onboard direct-injection foam system. The short 175-inch wheelbase provides for a tight turning radius. Each fire apparatus is equipped with a KME Lock-N-Load™ hosebed cover, which provides a strong aluminum treadplate working surface that can easily and safely be lifted for hose repacking with a short raised height for operations in low-clearance stations.

Departments that wish to “tag-on” to the contract and take advantage of the discounted pricing also garner additional benefits that include:

A price justification that includes a baseline specification and pricing that were obtained through a public, competitive bidding process.
The ability to make some modifications to the configuration to meet the needs of the department’s unique operating conditions.
Firm pricing for new orders throughout calendar year 2016.
Elimination of most purchasing administration costs which can be substantial for public bids.

For more information, visit www.kmefire.com.