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Welcome

The Finest Supporting the Bravest!

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

At Least 11 Injured as Firefighters Respond to ME Lumber Mill Explosion, Fire

Posted: May 15, 2026

At Least 11 Injured as Firefighters Respond to ME Lumber Mill Explosion, Fire

A fire and explosion at Robbins Lumber in Searsmont, Maine, injured at least 11 people. Authorities are investigating the cause.

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Chicago (IL) Fire Department Announces Apparatus Purchase Through Fire Service, Inc.

Posted: May 15, 2026

Chicago (IL) Fire Department Announces Apparatus Purchase Through Fire Service, Inc.

The order includes 42 new E-ONE pumpers, 38 new E-ONE ladder trucks, and 40 new Wheeled Coach ambulances.

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SLPL Spring-Driven Model Enhancement

Posted: May 15, 2026

SLPL Spring-Driven Model Enhancement

Coxreels eliminated the aluminum inline swivel on five SLPL models (725, 750, 825, 835, and 850) and incorporated a nickel-plated steel inline swivel.

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Application Period Now Open for the 2026 NVFC Scholarship

Posted: May 15, 2026

Application Period Now Open for the 2026 NVFC Scholarship

Columbia Southern University and the National Volunteer Fire Council offer scholarships for volunteer responders, covering up to 60 credit hours for online degree programs, enhancing education access.

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