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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: Feb 18, 2016

Three Injured in Accident with Fresno (CA) Ambulance

Police are looking into the cause of a crash involving an ambulance in central Fresno.

It happened Monday morning at Blackstone and Shields. The ambulance was responding to a call for medical assistance at the time. Investigators said the vehicle, belonging to American Ambulance, hit a car as it entered the intersection.

Authorities said the lights on the ambulance were on.

A woman and her daughter were in the car. Both complained of pain. The ambulance driver had some pain to his lower leg.

All three were taken to the hospital with minor to moderate injuries.

For more information, view abc30.com

 

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Posted: Feb 18, 2016

Accident Rolls Over Ambulance in Marietta (OH)

A crash in Marietta rolled over an ambulance on Pike Street, injuring three and shutting down traffic.

At around 5:30 p.m., a Marietta Rescue Vehicle pulled on to Route 7 in front of the Pike Street Wal-Mart, with lights and sirens on. A truck in the far left lane, northbound, which had the green light, failed to yield and struck the ambulance, forcing it onto it's side.

There were three people in the ambulance, at the time. Two operators and one patient were transported to Marietta Memorial Hospital with injuries. At last update, all three were in stable condition.

The driver of the truck was uninjured. The Washington County Sheriff's Office, Ohio State Highway Patrol and Marietta Police all responded to the crash. 

For more information, view www.thenewscenter.tv

 

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Posted: Feb 18, 2016

FWD Seagrave Offers Fire Truck Refurbishment and Rechassis

CLINTONVILLE, WI—FWD Seagrave has been a leader in the fire industry for 135 years. Heavy-duty quality construction across all models is the main reason FWD Seagrave has become a trusted name in custom fire apparatus for safety, longevity, and durability.

FWD Seagrave has a high lifetime value with a low cost of ownership over the lifetime of the apparatus, considering the typical life span of a Seagrave is 20 years or more. 

“Another way that apparatus life can be extended is by refurbishment or rechassis,” says Seagrave Chairman & CEO AJ Neiner.

FWD Seagrave offers electrical diagnosis, repair, refurbishment or rechassis as a fast, efficient, and cost-effective alternative for departments without the budget for a new fire truck. A customer’s truck can be completely rebuilt, remounted, or a portion refurbished including complete disassembly, repair, rework, and reassembly. 

FWD Seagrave features an expert paint shop, complete metal fabrication and machine shops, and most importantly a team of expert refurbishment technicians who can handle the most challenging rebuilds and upgrades. The Refurbishment department performs maintenance tasks as simple as brake service, fluids and filters, and small repairs or the most complex hydraulic, mechanical or electrical upgrades, and rebuilds in any area of the fire truck.

“All repairs are guided by NFPA recommendations and are third-party aerial and/or pump tested,” added Neiner. “Rechassis includes single and tandem rear-axle Aerialscopes.”

As a manufacturer of severe-duty chassis built for rough terrain and versatile applications for both on- and off-road environments, FWD Seagrave also has the capability to refurbish Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) vehicles for fire departments that respond to airports. Hayward Fire Department in California recently took delivery of its 1993 ARFF unit (shown) refurbished by FWD Seagrave. 

“We can refurbish existing ARFF units or procure and refurbish, based on the customer’s need,” concluded Neiner.

For more information, visit www.fwdseagrave.com.

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Posted: Feb 18, 2016

Pierce Dealer Firematic Supply Company Opens New Service Facility in Upstate New York - Fire Apparatus

Firematic Supply Company's new facility in Altamont, New York.

Pierce Manufacturing, an Oshkosh Corporation Company (NYSE:OSK) announced today that Firematic Supply Company of Long Island, New York has opened a new service facility in Altamont, New York, near Albany. Firematic expanded its existing territories, in Connecticut and southeastern New York State, to include 19 counties in eastern portions of upstate New York. Firematic’s new facility will enhance customer support to fire departments in the 19 counties of this newly acquired territory.

“Our new Altamont facility is 8,000 square feet in size, includes five service bays, and offers comprehensive services – including mobile support – to fire departments across the region,” said Peter Hanratty, Firematic Supply Company president. “This facility’s mission is to take care of our customers in these 19 counties with the same type of support that we offer in our other regions – to provide them with an unmatched service experience.”

“Increasing sales and market share requires a combination of excellent products and unmatched service and support,” said Matt McLeish, Pierce Manufacturing, vice president of sales and marketing. “Firematic’s new facility shines a spotlight on this customer-driven mission in action, and we applaud their commitment to serving fire department across their growing territory.”

Firematic Supply Company has represented Pierce for 35 years and is the recipient of Pierce’s 2014 Service Dealer of the Year award. The company offers comprehensive customer support through a network of seven locations, and features a complete mechanical service center, a factory-authorized pump service center, factory-trained mechanics, custom fabrication and design, comprehensive testing resources, and an extensive parts inventory.

Firematic’s staff is renowned for developing unique solutions to complex firefighting and emergency response challenges. Visit www.firematic.com for more information.

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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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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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