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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: May 13, 2016

Portable Medical Supply Case

TORRANCE, CA—To provide EMS professionals with a tough, portable medical supply protection solution, Pelican Products offers the 1460EMS Case.

Easily washed and sterilized, the 1460EMS Case is engineered with an open cell-core wall, polymer construction that protects sensitive equipment from the harshest conditions in the world.

The 1460EMS Case features a three-level, fully customizable tray system that lifts out of the case on reinforced stainless steel brackets. It also offers a lockable tray section for secure controlled substance storage.

To ensure stability, the case lid opens 180 degrees to form a wide base when it’s being used. For added security, the top tray and case lid work together as a seal that prevents tray compartment contents from spilling out into the case while it’s being transported. For easy transport the case also comes with a nylon shoulder strap and a bracket/strap that allows the user to carry any sized sharps needle container (sold separately) along with the case.

Standard features include a lid equipped with a polymer O-ring for a dust-/water-resistant seal and two dual action latches that have been tested to withstand nearly 400 pounds of pressure (but open with a light pull). The 1460EMS Case sports an integrated automatic pressure equalization valve that keeps moisture out and prevents vacuum lock, ensuring the case is easier to open at any altitude. Two over molded rubberized grips are standard on each side and a handle on top of the case is also featured. Genuine Pelican Cases are fully stackable for optimal space efficiency and can always be spotted by their distinctive, trademarked “Dual Band” design.

The 1460EMS Case is also available with standard Pick N Pluck™ foam and without racks for general protection needs as the 1460 Case.

For more information, visit www.pelican.com.

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Posted: May 13, 2016

Firefighting Equipment Dryer

Maintaining your gear is now made even more efficient with the DryZone by Circul Air. Turn any hose tower, storage room, or equipment room into a Dry Zone with the Desiccant Dryer, which can accommodate numerous combinations including:

  • Dry 12 sets of PPE gear in eight hours
  • Dry 2,000 feet of hose in fewer than 30 hours
  • Dry six sets of PPE and 1,000 feet of hose in 18 hours

Features of the Dry Zone include a chain-driven desiccant rotor system, compact footprint, double-wall foam construction, and stainless steel exterior casing. The Dry Zone is industrial grade quality, being ETL and ETL-C listed. It has a five-year warranty and is American-made like Circul Air’s hose washers and dual-purpose dryers.

For more information, visit www.circul-air-corp.com.

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Posted: May 13, 2016

Fire Truck Photo of the Day-Alexis Heavy Rescue

Geneseo (IL) Fire Protection District, 18-foot walk-around heavy rescue. Spartan Metro Star cab and chassis; Cummins ISL9 450-hp engine; Onan 25-kW generator.

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Posted: May 12, 2016

Old East Forest Park Fire Station Rejuvenated

Old East Forest Park fire station rejuvenated SPRINGFIELD - When contemplating the future of the former fire station on Sumner Avenue in East Forest Park, Roger Roberge said he saw a unique opportunity. At a May 5 unveiling of the restoration of the building into a mixed-use residential-commercial property, the Springfield born and raised real estate developer said the space piqued his imagination.

“I had visions when I walked in here,” Roberge said. “I couldn’t seem to get it off my mind. I had many sleepless nights thinking about it, planning it and putting it all together. You can’t always explain why you fall in love with a building, but you do.”

Since purchasing the property from the city for roughly $50,000 in February 2015, Roberge and his team at RR & Company have been actively redeveloping the former fire house, which was built in 1925.

The completed product is a two-story building with a 2,000-square-foot second-floor apartment that will be available for rent June 1. The first story will hold an office space, which will act as the permanent base of operations for Roberge’s company.

Springfield Mayor Domenic Sarno lauded Roberge for his ingenuity and willingness to devote his time and resources the city.

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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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Legislative Representative

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Legislative Representative

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Immediate Past Chair

Posted: Oct 20, 2015

Immediate Past Chair

Brian Fortner
Graham Fire & Rescue

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