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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: Apr 18, 2022

CMC to Debut New Rescue Products at FDIC

Hands-on product demonstrations available at CMC booth #1535

CMC is excited to showcase our latest rescue products at FDIC 2022. Visitors will be able to demo the CMC CLUTCH™ by Harken Industrial™, the comfortable and customizable ATOM™ Harnesses, the innovative LEVR™ Escape System featuring the Flash.G™ and Flash.2™ Escape Anchors, the new SL Anchor Straps, and more!

CMC CLUTCH by Harken Industrial

The CLUTCH is the latest evolution in rope hardware that enables the technical rope professional to do more with less. Developed with Harken Industrial, the CLUTCH is a single versatile tool for efficient hauling, controlled lowering, smooth personal descent, easy ascending, belaying, and TTRS. Now available in 13 mm and 11 mm models, the CLUTCH moves seamlessly between anchor-based systems and personal use. Both models are certified to NFPA (G) and ANSI. 

ATOM Harness Series

The ATOM Series, our most comfortable harness line, incorporates improved architecture, ergonomic lightweight padding, intuitive new features, and a range of options that can fit every user. The Build Your Own online tool allows you to design an ATOM harness to your unique needs and specifications. Choose from a multitude of options to create your optimal harness system.Stop by our booth totry on the ATOM Harness and use our Build Your Own online tool.

LEVR Escape System with Flash.G and Flash.2 and the BT Escape System

Designed to assure rapid emergency egress with safe, controllable descent, the LEVR Escape System is built around the CMC LEVR descender, a next-generation device that uses its lever-shaped handle for progressive descent control, fast and easy horizontal pay-out, reliable edge transition, and intuitive operation. The LEVR Escape System is now available with two anchor options, Flash.G and Flash.2, both certified to NFPA standards as emergency escape anchors and escape descent control devices. The new LEVR BT Escape System allows advanced users to lower a victim before lowering themselves in a sequence referred to as the Byrne Technique. Purpose-built for efficient execution, and stowed in a compact, dual-sided deployment bag, this system makes it possible to save more than one life during emergency escape situations.

Additional Highlights

Along with our new line of products, CMC will provide customer favorites for hands-on demos, including the SL Anchor Straps, CMC Tech Packs, Texora Slings, CMC MPD™, CSR2 Pulley System™, Arizona Vortex, and AZTEK ProSeries® System. The ATOM and Outback Harnesses will also be available for visitors to try on. Stop by CMC Booth #1535 to learn more about our rescue products and educational resources, demo our gear, and chat with sales reps and CMC school instructors. Visit www.cmcpro.com/fdic-2022 for more details.

About CMC

Since 1978, CMC has been dedicated to making the most reliable equipment and providing the best training for professionals working in the most demanding, high-risk environments. As co-founders of the Society of Professional Rope Access Technicians (SPRAT), the International Technical Rescue Symposium (ITRS), and the International Technical Rescue Association (ITRA), CMC remains committed to innovating across all work-at-height industries. CMC is an employee-owned company and an ISO-9001 certified manufacturing facility. For more information, visit www.cmcpro.com.

FDIC International 2022 takes place April 25-30, 2022.

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Posted: Apr 18, 2022

Super Vac to Showcase Robotic Misting Turbine at FDIC International 2022

Super Vac, one of the leading manufacturers in fire ventilation equipment, will showcase an unmanned misting turbine by EmiControls in its booth at FDIC International 2022 (Booth #3417).

The robotic fan features a water mist system that atomizes water and extinguishing foam into a fine mist before propelling it up to 300 feet with Quadrijet nozzles and turbine propeller. The fan can be maneuvered an additional 1,000 feet toward the hazard thanks to advance remote controls, making these turbines the ultimate unmanned firefighting fans for chemical operations, tunnel systems, subway shafts, recycling plants and urban areas.

The fan’s water misting system includes 40 turbine-ring Quadrijet nozzles, which provides up to 400 gpm of water, and a powerful turbine propeller, which combines 25kW power with a polymer blade to deliver 35,000 cfm. An integrated Akron nozzle (or brand of choice) produces up to 1,200 gpm that can be propelled up to 300 ft. with remote adjustable pattern.

In addition to its misting capabilities, the turbine is also highly maneuverable. The robot can tilt 19-degrees down and 43-degrees up, while the turntable features 362 degrees of rotation. The design can also fit into parking garages as low as 80” while having the ability to raise an additional 67”. This large industrial fan can be mounted on tracks, trailer or truck. When mounted to the crawler tracks, the robotic fan can navigate harsh terrain, 30-degree inclines and 15-degree traverses with the mobile unit’s 71HP Kubota diesel engine.

A number of optional features can be added to the firefighting robot, including forklift, railway wheels, camera kit, remote winch, air duct hose, ground-sweep nozzles and web-based GPS.

“We’re excited to partner with EmiControls so that we could bring this firefighting robot to the United States market,” Super Vac Preseident Roger Weinmeister said. “This fan is a great addition to our large-scale PPV lineup, which includes 30”, 48” and 80” industrial fans, all designed for ventilating large structures. At Super Vac, we know every ventilation scenario is different, so we pride ourselves in this addition because we know it’s important to offer a wide variety of tools to get the job done.”

For more information on Super Vac’s battery fans, visit bit.ly/unmanned-turbines.

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Posted: Apr 17, 2022

See DocGo’s Electric Ambulance at the NY Auto Show

Get a sneak peak at DocGo’s new all-electric ambulance at the New York International Auto Show.

The show starts today and runs through April 24 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center.

The company said the vehicle “emits just 10% of the pollutants as compared to a standard gasoline powered ambulance.” And attendees will have the opportunity to see the vehicle in-person and speak with a DocGo representative at the show.

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“As a New York-based company dedicated to sustainability, we are honored to be a part of the esteemed New York International Auto Show this year,” said DocGo President Anthony Capone. “We look forward to showcasing our new all-electric ambulance and encourage all attendees who are interested in the future of eco-friendly medical transportation to visit our exhibit.”

DocGo says it looks to have an all-electric fleet by 2032.

DocGo also provides emergency medical services at the convention center.

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Posted: Apr 16, 2022

Easton (PA) Getting $1.7M Tractor-Drawn Aerial

Easton city council Wednesday approved a lease/purchase agreement with Glick Fire Equipment Company for a $1,718,600 2024 Pierce Enforcer 107-foot tractor-drawn aerial.

Earlier: Easton (PA) Council to Vote on $1.7M Tiller

FA recently reported that the department was looking for an apparatus to maneuver the area’s tight streets, as it in the past has had trouble getting to calls on narrow streets.

The resolution can be read in its entirety here.

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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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Posted: Oct 20, 2015

Immediate Past Chair

Brian Fortner
Graham Fire & Rescue

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