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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: Apr 29, 2016

Zico Z-Shlammer Combines Power and Utility

Zico Z-Shlammer

Ziamatic Corp. (Zico) introduces the new Z-Shlammer tool—and it’s guaranteed to be a pure beast on the fire scene.

The Z-Shlammer breaks up concrete, drywall, wood, and more with its 6 lb. hammer, but adds in the multi-functionality of a pentagonal hydrant wrench and a 5-1/2” steel pry hook too. All this on a 1200 lb. rated, 32” fiberglass handle with 3-3/4” of built-in overswing protection. The Z-Shlammer is a monster perfect for forcible entry, salvage and overhaul, and even construction/demolition/home renovation projects. Firefighters, police, military--you name it, the Z-Shlammer will get the job done.

A special “V-groove” allows for easy  marriage to a halligan tool for storage and transport.

Available now. Ask to try one for 30 days of test and evaluation. Choose between a black or polished steel head and a black or brown handle. To view a video demonstration, visit youtube.com/ziamatic or watch in the player below.

For more information please call 1-800-711-FIRE or visit www.ziamatic.com

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Posted: Apr 29, 2016

Blauer Announces New ArmorSkin® Polo

Blauer Armorskin

Blauer announced the creation of a highly-demanded addition to its popular ArmorSkin® line: the ArmorSkin Polo.  By combining the best in materials technology with the casual styling used as the uniform of the day for many in public safety, the ArmorSkin Polo allows for ultimate breathability and heat release for details, traffic, bike patrol, Fire and EMS, and more.

Designed to match the company’s breathable uniform polos, the ArmorSkin Polo features a zip-open interlining to make it easy for the user to insert and remove their existing internal armor carrier (including straps), maintaining the carrier’s protective properties but moving it outside of the uniform shirt.  Constructed of a highly breathable 100% polyester pique fabric, it is also easy to embroider with agency insignia and personnel information, maintaining a professional appearance.  Its integrated center mic tab allows for comfortable placement of equipment, and the two-button placket visually integrates with the Blauer polo to look like a continuous uniform garment when worn together.

The ArmorSkin Polo is available in incremental sizes to fit most public safety professionals, and will be available beginning in May 2016.  To find out more, visit the product information page at http://www.blauer.com/armorskinpolo

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Posted: Apr 29, 2016

Dräger Launches X-Zone 3D with Worldwide Real-Time Data Transfer

Drager X-Zone 5500

Continuing its commitment to mobile area monitoring, Dräger's X-zone 5500 with advanced 3D communication adds a new layer of safety to its existing state-of-the-art area monitoring system through the ability to transfer key data to workstations situated across the globe. Along with these developments, users can rely on the existing features of the X-zone 5500, such as functionality and durability in the harshest of operational environments.

In today’s fire and rescue services environment, data-logging and transfer capabilities make the insights gleaned from regular review invaluable in missions involving the handling of hazardous materials and emergency rescue. Through Dräger’s 3D communication capabilities, users will gain information such as gas levels, battery levels and alarm information to assist in a variety of worksite operations.

The X-zone 5500 with advanced 3D communication allows fire departments to improve real-time data sharing via radio signal to a PC-based workstation from up to three miles away; or even farther when leveraging strategically located radio signal repeaters. Data is transmitted at a frequency between 902 and 928 MHz, ensuring reliable cross-site coverage, while reducing the number of transmitting radios needed.

“Users of the X-zone 5500 have the opportunity to strengthen and enhance their data collection, monitoring and sharing suite with the new 3D wireless transmitter. The accessibility and use of data allows individuals to pinpoint the information most relevant to them,” said Larry Medina, Product Portfolio Marketing Manager at Draeger Safety. “With the amount of data trickling out to different streams at the same time, users can leverage the information they need to improve worksite safety and diminish risk.”

The portable gas technology of the X-zone 5500 allows continuous monitoring and rapid detection of up to six hazardous gases in conjunction with the X-am 5000 portable gas detection series. The powerful combination of these mobile wireless systems extends the range of portable gas detection technology on site, supporting the option for the user to interconnect up to hundreds of X-zone 5500 devices to form a wireless fence of reliable detection.

More: http://www.draeger.com/sites/enus_us/Pages/default.aspx

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Posted: Apr 29, 2016

KIMTEK® Unveils new FIRELITE® Compact Wildfire UTV Skid Unit

KIMTEK wildland skid

KIMTEK® Corporation has just introduced the FCW-206 FIRELITE® Compact Wildfire UTV Skid Unit, the latest addition to its popular line of wildland fire skid units designed exclusively for UTV side-by-side vehicles. New for 2016, the Firelite FCW-206 maintains a small footprint base, just 48" wide by 34" long, enabling it to fit easily into larger UTV side-by-side cargo boxes with the tailgate closed. Ideal for first response UTVs that require no additional storage room or patient transport capacity, the FCW-206 is an ultra-compact yet powerful quick attack slip on fire skid.

Durable, tested components

KIMTEK's FCW-206 Compact unit comes equipped with the field-tested Darley® Davey 5.5 HP Honda® driven pump, Hannay® 4000 Series manual reel with booster hose, and an available 55 or 70 gallon tank. Perfect for rugged conditions, the FCW-206 is built on KIMTEK's signature all-aluminum chassis, recognized in the industry for superior strength and durability. Available options include Scotty® Around-the-Pump foam system with five-gallon foam cell and electric rewind option for the Hannay reel.

More information about KIMTEK's full line of MEDLITE and FIRELITE® Transport skid units is available at www.kimtekresearch.com.

 

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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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Greg Bach
South Snohomish County Fire & Rescue
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Posted: Oct 21, 2015

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Doug Jones
South Kitsap Fire & Rescue
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Posted: Oct 21, 2015

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Paul Spencer 
Fire Fleet Maintenance LLC
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Posted: Oct 21, 2015

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Jim Morris
Mountain View Fire Department
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Posted: Oct 21, 2015

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Arnie Kuchta

Clark County Fire District 6

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Posted: Oct 21, 2015

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Brett Annear
Kitsap County Fire District 18
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Posted: Oct 21, 2015

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Jay Jacks
Camano Island Fire & Rescue
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Posted: Oct 21, 2015

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Posted: Oct 20, 2015

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Brian Fortner
Graham Fire & Rescue

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