Indianapolis, IN (April 21, 2016) - In the technological race for the first fully mirrorless truck, the upcoming introduction of MirrorEye by Dutch company Orlaco is poised to add a new dimension. This intelligent camera system is to be introduced to the market in 2017 and will not only replace the side mirror, it will also improve overall performance.

MirrorEye consists of two High Definition (HD) cameras placed on either side of the cabin. The driver can view the camera images on a split screen HD monitor in the window stile, providing him with an optimum view of road users alongside the truck or at an acute angle behind the truck.

Night vision, automatic panning and overtaking detection
Although other players in the automotive industry have joined the race to be the first to introduce a mirrorless truck, Orlaco has a few surprises up its sleeve for when the system is introduced to the market next year. The distinctive feature that MirrorEye has to offer is night vision to give drivers a better view of surrounding night traffic. The MirrorEye vision solution also includes a panning function: the cameras automatically adjust when turning or reversing, providing drivers with a better view whilst performing these manoeuvres. Finally, MirrorEye will alert the driver as to whether the adjacent lane is occupied by another road user when he needs to change lanes.

Improving road safety
"It was never our objective to replace the mirror," explains Orlaco CEO Henrie van Beusekom. 'What we wanted to do was improve road safety, which is something we have been working on for years and MirrorEye is a new, big step forward. What we do is utilise all the technological possibilities to provide drivers with extra vision when they need it the most, i.e. at night, in bad weather conditions and during specific manoeuvres. We are convinced that this will lead to a decrease in serious accidents involving trucks."

About Orlaco
Each year, Orlaco produces more than 150,000 camera systems for earth moving machinery, trucks, cranes, forklift trucks, the shipping industry and emergency vehicles. Orlaco exports its products to 72 countries and boasts a clientele that includes all the major transportation brands and sector suppliers. The development of MirrorEye was carried out in collaboration with Stoneridge. Orlaco and this leading international supplier of information systems for company vehicles, trucks, buses and cars, have collaborated with each other in the past. In the coming years, they will introduce various innovative camera and monitoring systems to the market. Stoneridge will be responsible for the system and display inside the truck while Orlaco will provide the cameras.Each year, Orlaco produces more than 150,000 camera systems for earth moving machinery, trucks, cranes, forklift trucks, the shipping industry and emergency vehicles. Orlaco exports its products to 72 countries and boasts a clientele that includes all the major transportation brands and sector suppliers. The development of MirrorEye was carried out in collaboration with Stoneridge. Orlaco and this leading international supplier of information systems for company vehicles, trucks, buses and cars, have collaborated with each other in the past. In the coming years, they will introduce various innovative camera and monitoring systems to the market. Stoneridge will be responsible for the system and display inside the truck while Orlaco will provide the cameras.

Indianapolis, IN (April 21, 2016) - The AMOS compact camera from Orlaco is designed for the premium market. This robust camera can be used on all types of vehicle, from forklift trucks to container ships. Orlaco has now developed this success story further and has made changes to the design. FAMOS has emerged as a worthy successor. The redesign of the hardware and a new housing have enhanced the camera's resistance against electromagnetic interference, and have improved its reliability even further. With the FAMOS, Orlaco has reached an even higher class for its compact cameras.

Smart and Compact Design
The new FAMOS cameras are characterized by hardware enhancements. The redesign has reduced the number of parts, which has increased the reliability of the camera further. This has allowed the camera to achieve the highest EMC standards. With its advanced CMOS sensor, the camera has a light sensitivity of 0.05 lux. "The new lens in this camera has heated glass as standard, with a special hard coating to prevent scratches -everything that's needed to achieve a perfect view," Orlaco explains.

Waterproof Housing
The FAMOS camera is filled with a dual-component automotive filler, meaning that the camera is completely sealed. The FAMOS is therefore guaranteed to be waterproof. Even water vapor and dust are unable to penetrate the camera. Thanks to this construction, the camera has improved resistance against shock and vibrations. The housing is made of high-quality industrial plastic, which is resistant to dirt and aggressive fluids. The camera orientation can be adjusted precisely using a mark in the housing. The item number, angular aperture and other marks are printed using laser technology. The FAMOS is available with the following lens angles: 170°, 129°, 118°, 102°, 80°, 60°, 40° and 20°.

More Information about Famos
See our Orlaco booth #3170 at FDIC 2016.
For expert advice tailored to your requirements, or for more information, please contact the International Sales Support team at Orlaco on +31 (0) 342 404 555 or iss@orlaco.com.

At FDIC International, 2016, Sutphen is offering a first ever rear-mount aerial ladder. “The SLR 75 is the first in the new line of rear mounts, and we plan to expand the line in the near future,” says Alissa McGlone, marketing and trade show manager for Sutphen Corp. “If attendees haven’t seen it yet, I strongly encourage you to come by our booth or check out our social media pages and Web stie for all the details. This is a first for Sutphen, and we are excited to offer another solution to our firefighters’ needs.” She adds that when it comes to aerials, “We want to change the way firefighters think about Sutphen.”

FDIC International is well known as a show where fire service vendors introduce new innovations. But, McGlone says that the most important part of exhibiting at FDIC International is the attendee. “As a company, when we make a commitment to exhibit, we make a commitment to the attendee that we will put our best product on that show floor and that we will make sure attendees see everything Sutphen has to offer at its absolute best,” she says. “We want to impress the attendees and have them walk away saying, ‘That is the fire truck manufacturer I want to build my next truck.’ We do it all for them.”

McGlone adds that for attendees, the exhibit floor is something they do not want to miss. “Attendees have access to the industry’s premier manufacturers of equipment—large and small,” she says. “The industry’s best and most innovative products are on display. This is definitely the place to be if you are looking to spec or buy equipment.”

McGlone adds that the atmosphere is a big part of the show. “FDIC International is truly an event centered around the advancement of the industry and the firefighter,” she says. “When you combine the best in education and training, exposure to industry and equipment nnovation, along with community and team building events, it’s just something that you can’t help but want to be a part of. The atmosphere is electric!”

As shown at the show, here are some specs:

• Sutphen 62-inch extended cab with flat roof
• 206-inch wheelbase
• 12-foot, 1¾-inch travel height
• 36-foot, 2-inch travel length
• Four-door, six-person cab
• 400-hp Cummins ISL 9 Engine
• Allison Gen 5 EVS3000 Automatic Transmission
• Hale Qmax 1,500-gpm pump
• 300-gallon tank
• Stainless Steel Body
• 222 cubic feet of compartment space
• Safety Vision Camera System
• 24-Inch Bumper
• 10-kW Smart Power Generator
• Body chute ladder storage

Indianapolis, IN (April 20, 2016) - At the FDIC International 2016 Conference, W. L. Gore & Associates presented the results of a human study that evaluated the physiological impact of protective barriers currently available in turnout gear. Conducted by a third party, this study confirmed that wearing the GORE® PARALLON™ liner system delivered the highest breathability followed closely by CROSSTECH® black moisture barrier, with both significantly better than the competition.

A group of firefighters wearing turnout gear completed a defined work/rest cycle in a controlled environment while their body core temperatures, heart rates, and skin temperatures were monitored. Over a period of several weeks, the same participants repeated the trial three times so they could wear each set of gear containing one of the three different protective barriers.

Before the trial began, each turnout gear composite was tested for Total Heat Loss (THL) and Resistance to Sweat Evaporation (RET) to determine which test method was more aligned with human physiological results. Several results of the trial were significant:

• First, the firefighters’ physiological responses were the best when they were wearing gear with Gore’s protective barriers.
• Second, all of the firefighters were able to complete the trial while they were wearing gear with Gore’s protective barriers. On the contrary, 40 percent of them could not finish the test when wearing the competitive barrier because their heart rates exceeded their maximum rates, which were established as part of the safety criteria before the trial began.
• Finally, the RET results directly correlated with the participants’ physiological response, whereas THL did not.

Visit www.GoreProtectiveFabrics.com/Heat-Stress-Management for more information about this study.

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