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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.

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Posted: Jun 7, 2022

Photo of the Day: June 7, 2022

E-ONE—Loxley (AL) Volunteer Fire Rescue pumper. Typhoon cab and chassis; Cummins L9 450-hp engine; Hale Qmax 1,500-gpm pump; 1,000-gallon polypropylene water tank; 30-gallon foam cell; Akron 95-gpm foam eductor. Dealer: Greg Sylvester, Sunbelt Fire, Fairhope, AL.

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Posted: Jun 7, 2022

North Boston (NY) Volunteer Fire Company Puts Two Toyne PRV XL Pumpers in Service

By Alan M. Petrillo

North Boston Volunteer Fire Company, located in the northern section of the western New York town of Boston, needed to update its apparatus and formed a truck committee that recommended downsizing the department’s fleet by replacing two engines and a rescue with two rescue-pumpers.

“We built a new fire hall in 2008, and the cost of the station put us behind in our apparatus replacement schedule,” says Gene Wieckowski, North Boston’s truck committee chairman. “We had a 1994 RD Murray pumper that was due to be replaced in 2014, a 1999 RD Murray walk-around rescue that was overdue for replacement, and a 2006 Toyne pumper that was coming due in 2026. So we decided to purchase two identical rescue-pumpers and had Toyne design and build them.”

The North Boston rescue-pumpers each have a Hale QMax 1,500-gpm pump, and an UPF Poly 1,000-gallon water tank.

Randy Smalley, sales manager for Tri State Fire Sales and Service, who sold the rigs to North Boston, says the PRV XL rescue-pumpers are built on a Spartan Metro Star ELFD chassis and cab with a 10-inch raised roof and seating for six firefighters, five in self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) seats, powered by a 450-horsepower (hp) Cummins L9 diesel engine, and an Allison 3000 EVS automatic transmission. The rescue-pumpers have a Hale QMax 1,500-gallon-per-minute (gpm) pump, an UPF Poly® 1,000-gallon water tank, and a FRC In Control 400 pressure governor.

The all-electronic pump panel on the rescue-pumpers is located in a custom-built roll-out-and down housing in the L2 compartment.

“There’s a unique layout on these pumpers because there is no true pump panel,” Smalley points out. “The pump is behind the L1 compartment, and the custom-built slide-out-and-down all-electronic pump control panel is in the L2 compartment. Above the pump there’s a transverse compartment for storage of a Stokes basket and backboards.”

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Posted: Jun 7, 2022

RTS Tactical Releases New Rapid Deploy IFAK Field Medical Kit for Military, Law Enforcement, and First Responders

The most comprehensive one motion pull system IFAK kit on the market launches to help save lives in the field.

Jun 7, 2022 – MIAMI – Today, RTS Tactical launches their new rapid deploy IFAK, a ​​comprehensive medical kit outfitted with cutting-edge components designed for injuries in the field. Rapid one-hand deployment allows access to all components instantly while maintaining situational awareness.

Other IFAKs currently available were developed in the early days of Operation Iraqi Freedom to fulfill a critical need and have been left behind by advances seen in tactical gear today. RTS Tactical reached out to Combat Medics and other personnel who understood the importance of a quick deploy IFAK to make the RTS Tactical Rapid Deploy IFAK the ultimate field-tested solution. The RTS Tactical Team researched the latest materials that would achieve a lightweight yet strong and rugged shell. The company incorporated all the necessary medical components for an advanced compact and Ready Kit while the engineering department created and field-tested the comprehensive one motion pull system that can be used by the operator itself or a fellow operator.

Mendel Berns, Marketing Director at RTS Tactical, shares, “When treating an injury in the field, time is critical. Every second counts. You need to be ready when called upon to save the life of a team member, even perhaps your own. Your new RTS Tactical IFAK Kit has been field-tested to be the most comprehensive one motion pull system that can be used by the operator itself or a fellow operator in a time of critical need.”

The light-weight Rapid Deploy IFAK is made with bonded cordura, high performing zippers, MIL-SPEC bungee cords and all the premium materials available in advanced tactical nylon today. The design lets customers control their IFAK contents as well as laser-cut MOLLE and bungee attachment points. The RTS Tactical Rapid Deploy IFAK Kit is available in Black, Ranger Green, Coyte, and Multicam. The RTS Tactical Rapid Deploy IFAK is currently in stock and shipping coast to coast on the RTS Tactical Website: https://rtstactical.com/products/rts-tactical-rapid-deploy-ifak-kit

Some of the components included in the RTS Tactical Rapid Deploy IFAK:

Tourniquet Selection/Options:

  • SWAT-T Tourniquet
  • SOF Tactical Tourniquet
  • COMBAT APPLICATION TOURNIQUET (C-A-T) Gen 7
  • ISRAELI Trauma Bandage
  • Vacuum-Sealed 12’Z-PAK Gauze
  • 3” x 24” QuikClot Hemostatic Gauze “Stops The Bleed 5 Times Faster”
  • Nasal Airway + Lubricant
  • 2 Vented Hyfin Mini Chest Seal
  • RTS Tactical Trauma Shears
  • 3M Medical Tape

See the full list of what is included on the website.

About RTS Tactical:

RTS is a group of military and defense equipment experts dedicated to building better armor and tactical equipment. Each product is designed to better serve real-world military and law enforcement personnel in the field with Extensive testing and innovative technological development.

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Posted: Jun 7, 2022

RIBCRAFT Delivers RIBCRAFT 5.85s to Rhode Island DEM

RIBCRAFT delivers two RIBCRAFT 5.85s to the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management. As the leading manufacturer of professional grade rigid inflatable boats (RIBs) for law enforcement, safety professionals, and military agencies around the world, RIBCRAFT provides the ultimate patrol boat.

Marblehead, MA, May 2022 – The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM) recently took delivery of two 19’ RIBCRAFT 5.85s. As the first true RIBs in their fleet, these versatile vessels will serve as rapid response deployable vessels throughout the state.

With larger hard-sided patrol vessels already in use, the department was in need of a multipurpose watercraft that was easily handled and operated by a single officer that could still support a variety of operations regardless of the conditions. The first two RIBCRAFT 5.85s will be deployed in freshwater lakes, coastal ponds, inshore bays, and along the coast for patrol, enforcement, and emergency response and rescue.

Featuring a center console with front bench seat and leaning post, T-top, fore and aft tow posts, and engine crash rail, the boats are specifically configured to support the varied operational capabilities while still maintaining open deck space. With a black multi-chambered heavy-duty Hypalon tube and reinforced deep v hull, the 5.85s provide a durable, stable, and seaworthy platform regardless of the operational waters and sea conditions. Powered by a single 115HP Mercury four-stroke outboard, the boats will reach speeds in excess of 40 knots.

Features of the RIBCRAFT 5.85s include:

·         Deep V fiberglass hull

·         Center console with front bench seat and leaning post

·         Fore and aft tow posts

·         Crash Rail

·         Aluminum T-Top with electronics box

·         360-degree scene lighting

·         Reinforced heavy duty black 1670 DTX Hypalon tubes

·         Complete Garmin navigation system

Extremely durable, stable, and reliable, RIBCRAFT RIBs with their heavy-duty inflatable tube and deep V hull are an excellent platform for law enforcement, search and rescue, and marine interdiction.

About RIBCRAFT

RIBCRAFT designs and builds safe, durable, performance oriented rigid inflatable boats (RIBs) that fulfill the most demanding military, professional and recreational applications. A leading manufacturer of professional grade RIBs and inflatables for safety profess

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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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Posted: Oct 21, 2015

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Immediate Past Chair

Posted: Oct 20, 2015

Immediate Past Chair

Brian Fortner
Graham Fire & Rescue

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