The Fort Walton Beach Fire Department (FWBFD) held a dedication/push-in ceremony for its new engine Thursday, April 3.

The 2025 Pierce Saber pumper replaces Station No. 7’s current engine, a dedicated front-line apparatus that has served the city for the past 10 years. The old engine will go into reserve and serve as a backup for the department’s three main firefighting vehicles.

The new Engine 7 was dedicated to retired Firefighter Calvin “P-Nut” Pina, who served with the Fort Walton Beach Fire Department for 32 years before retiring as driver/engineer in 2008.

“We congratulate Mr. Pina and thank him for more than three decades of service to the residents of Fort Walton Beach,” the city said in a Facebook post.

“Each FWBFD apparatus is dedicated to someone close to the department,” the fire department said. “Usually (it’s) a retired member, or someone who has had a major influence on FWBFD. The new Engine 7 was dedicated to retired Firefighter Calvin ‘P-Nut’ Pina, who served for the FWBFD for 32 years before retiring in 2008.”

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The Bedford (TX) Fire Department Station 3 underwent a makeover recently, the city said in a news release.

Over the last several months, Fire Station 3 has been receiving a major interior renovation, which now includes individual bunk rooms, expanded shower facilities, and a brand-new kitchen.

Next Stage: Fire Station 2

In the coming weeks, crews will relocate the five-bedroom mobile home (where Station 3 crews have been temporarily living) to Fire Station 2. Renovations to Station 2 will begin this summer, and include adding space and substantially update the building with new flooring, an enlarged kitchen, and sleeping quarters. Construction is expected to last six months.

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Streamlight^®, Inc., leading provider of high-performance lighting tools, is excited to welcome four-time NHRA Top Fuel Dragster World Champion and AB Motorsports Owner Antron Brown and his son, Anson Brown, Super Compdriver of the Streamlight Dragster, toFDIC International 2025, April 7-12, 2025, at theIndiana Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, IN.

Anson Brown’s Streamlight Dragster will be on display for the entire show at Booth #2231 in the Indiana Convention Center. Antron and Anson will make a special appearance in the Streamlight booth on Thursday, April 10th, from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM, where they will sign Streamlight hats and hero cards, which will be given away to FDIC attendees. Attendees who receive a Streamlight-branded hatwill also have the chance towin a Streamlight Survivor Pivot^® flashlight.

“We are thrilled to have Antron and Anson Brownjoin us atFDIC 2025 and bring the excitement of NHRA racing to the firefighting community,” said Michael F. Dineen, Streamlight President. “Antron has been a fantastic ambassador for our brand and, with Anson following in his footsteps, we are proud to support both of them as they continue their racing legacy.”

For more information, visit www.streamlight.com.

About Streamlight

For more than 50 years, Streamlight, Inc., based in Eagleville, PA, has designed, manufactured and marketed high-quality, durable flashlights designed to serve the specialized needs of professionals and consumers alike. Today the company offers a broad array of lights, lanterns, weapon light/laser sighting devices, and scene lighting solutions for professional law enforcement, military, firefighting, industrial, automotive, and outdoor applications. Streamlight is an ISO 9001:2015 certified company. For additional information, please call 800-523-7488, visit streamlight.com or connect with us on facebook.com/streamlight; twitter.com/streamlight; Instagram.com/streamlightinc; Linkedin/company/streamlight-inc/; and youtube.com/@streamlighttv.

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WYOMING, Minnesota (April 4, 2025) — Rosenbauer America announces the launch of its new Custom Industrial Foam Pumper, a state-of-the-art fire apparatus specifically designed to tackle the unique and demanding challenges of industrial firefighting. Developed with insights gained through close collaboration with customers, this vehicle integrates Rosenbauer’s exclusive technologies to deliver unparalleled performance, reliability, and ease of use in high-stakes environments.

Industrial fires, often occurring at refineries, petrochemical plants, terminals, and other manufacturing operations, differ significantly from typical municipal fires. They frequently involve massive fuel loads and extreme heat, demanding exceptionally high water and foam solution flow rates – often starting at 3,000-4,000 gallons per minute (GPM) and potentially requiring 6,000 to 10,000 GPM or more. Effective response requires specialized equipment capable of delivering large volumes of water for cooling and foam solution for extinguishment and reignition control. While industrial sites often have robust water mains and fixed systems, these can be compromised in catastrophic events, making self-sufficient, high-capacity mobile apparatus essential.

“Industrial fires present unique risks that demand specialized solutions,” said Chris Kleinhuizen, Chief Engineer at Rosenbauer America. “Our updated Industrial Foam Pumper is engineered from the ground up to meet these extreme demands. By integrating our cutting-edge pump technology, advanced foam proportioning systems, and intuitive controls, we provide industrial firefighters with the powerful, dependable tools they need to protect lives, assets, and the surrounding communities.”

The Rosenbauer Custom Industrial Foam Pumper is built around core capabilities essential for industrial response, including a large- capacity water pump (6,000 GPM+), an integrated Class B foam system, large diameter discharges, and high-flow monitors and nozzles capable of delivering thousands of gallons per minute of water and foam solution precisely where needed.

Exclusive Rosenbauer Technologies Deliver Enhanced Performance:

Rosenbauer differentiates its Custom Industrial Foam Pumper with several exclusive, integrated technologies:

• Rosenbauer N200 Carbon Fiber Pump: A revolutionary pump featuring a high-strength, corrosion-resistant, carbon fiber housing and impeller. This exclusive design allows the N200 to flow an impressive 6,500 GPM from draft, providing unmatched water delivery capability. It boasts a high-efficiency design, durable gearbox, self-adjusting mechanical seal, and a 5-year warranty.
• Rosenbauer Advanced Foam Proportioning Technology: Offering exceptional versatility and precision, the Rosenbauer HYDROMATIC™ direct injection foam system allows manual stepless proportioning adjustment (typically 1-6% or 1-9%, with optional ranges) per discharge and multi-step electrical adjustments for monitor operations. It can handle various foam concentrate viscosities, drawing from multiple tanks or external sources, and ensures no foam contaminates reach the main water pump. Its design includes user-friendly controls, automatic priming, and a reliable emergency operation mode. Rosenbauer G-series gear pumps (up to 300 GPM) provide robust foam concentrate delivery.
• Rosenbauer Logic Control System (LCS): Providing a uniform, intuitive user interface across Rosenbauer vehicles, the LCS simplifies operation. Operators can easily control the pump, foam system, monitors, scene lights, and other critical functions from multiple points on the apparatus, allowing personnel to focus on the emergency task at hand.
• Rosenbauer Monitors and Nozzles: High-capacity monitors combined with Rosenbauer’s specialized nozzles provide the ultimate delivery system. Rosenbauer’s RM130 main deck gun