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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: Jun 30, 2022

Dissent Looms as Coldwater (MI) Purchases Polybody Fire Truck

Coldwater city council Monday approved an $822,663 bid with Spencer Manufacturing for a new fire truck. The vote was 6-3, and a bone of contention remains.

The city specification called for a polybody, as opposed to aluminum, which dwindled down the bidders to two from six manufacturers, reports thedailyreporter.com. During the meeting, fire officials received criticism for not obtaining bids for both styles to determine the price difference and pros and cons.

Related: Coldwater (MI) Fire Department Prepares to Order New Truck

Officials say the polybody allows for easier repairs, more durability, and a larger water tank. Any efforts to rebid would push ordering to September, which would increase the price, the report notes.

When the chassis is ready, the city will pay Spencer about 60% of the price in the next budget year, according to the report. The final payment will be due November 2023, when the apparatus is delivered. Officials say they expect to pay for the truck out of the city’s $6 million fund balance.

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Posted: Jun 30, 2022

Hamilton Township (Ontario) Fire Truck Rolls into Ditch; Five Firefighters Sent to Hospital

Five Hamilton Township firefighters Tuesday night were transported to the hospital after their fire truck rolled into a ditch en route home from a call, reports todaysnorthumberland.ca.

First responders were called to a serious single-vehicle accident on Beaver Meadow Road at Harwood Road around 10:50 p.m., according to the report.

While returning to the Beaver Meadow Road station, a large commercial vehicle and the apparatus were travelling in opposite directions. When the fire truck tried to move to the right its wheels went into a deep ditch—and the truck rolled onto its side in the ditch, the report notes.

The firefighters were treated and released, but the truck wasn’t as lucky. Beaver Meadow Road was closed for about 12 hours as two crews got the fire truck out from the ditch.

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Posted: Jun 30, 2022

Demers Ambulance USA Names MacQueen Emergency as Dealer Partner of Crestline Products in SD

Committed to enhancing its US dealer partner network, Demers USA, authorized U.S. distributor of Crestline products, is proud to announce MacQueen Emergency will now represent the Crestline brand throughout South Dakota.

“We are excited to continue our growth into the EMS marketplace by representing Crestline in the state of South Dakota,” said Dan Gage, President & CEO of MacQueen Emergency. “The DBC (Demers, Braun, and Crestline) family of Ambulances represent the best in the industry, and we are proud to be a part of their team.”

MacQueen Equipment started in 1961 and is operational in 12 states.  MacQueen entered the EMS market in 2016 when it became a fire apparatus dealer for four states. Today, MacQueen operates 15 locations across 12 states, 78 technicians, and 93 service bays.  One of the core pillars is servicing the customer and they are committed to that every day.

“We are pleased to have the MacQueen team be a part of the DBC family,” says Greg Tucci, Director of U.S. Sales for Demers Braun Crestline. “They have a passion for this industry and offer a customer service aspect that is second to none. They bring a growth-minded element to our network, from new ambulance sales to after-market sales support, to multiple customer service locations. We know Crestline customers will be more than taken care of working with MacQueen Emergency and we look forward to a long and successful partnership with them.”

To learn more about Demers Braun Crestline dealer partners or for new ambulance sales and service in South Dakota, please contact Greg Tucci, Director of U.S. Sales for Demers Braun Crestline at gtucci@demers-ambulances.com

About Demers Braun Ambulance Manufacturer

Through its strong and diversified portfolio of brands – Demers, Braun, Crestline, and Medix- the Company operates eight production and service center sites across North America and employs a staff of ~1200. Each year, the combined sales positions the company as the second-largest ambulance manufacturer in North America. Its offering of ambulance products ranges from the price-conscious value ambulance to the highly customized specialty vehicle. To learn more about how Demers, Braun, Crestline, and Medix can help you save more lives, visit Demers-Ambulances.com, BraunAmbulances.com, CrestlineCoach.com, and MedixAmbulance.com

About MacQueen Equipment

Established in 1961, MacQueen Equipment is a diversified dealer of environmental and emergency specialty vehicles. MacQueen’s Emergency Division distributes new ambulances manufactured by Demers and Crestline, while offering the highest quality environmental and emergency products and services to municipalities, contractors, airports, and fire departments in the Midwest. MacQueen’s headquarters are in St. Paul, Minnesota.

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Posted: Jun 30, 2022

Hamden (CT) to Replace 100-Year-Old Station for $8.6M

Tuesday was a “very big day” in the history of the Hamden Fire Department, as city officials agreed to issue $8.6 million in bonds to replace Station 2, one of the city’s oldest fire stations.

The project will replace the 100-year-old Dixwell Avenue facility with a new one on Putnam Avenue, reports fox61.com. The current facility violates numerous safety and accessibility standards.

The money will fund upgrades in a pre-fabricated station, which has already been acquired by the town, the report notes.

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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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