Columbia Helicopters has a robust firefighting capability that includes the Columbia Model 234 LR and Columbia CH-47D Chinooks equipped with the world’s largest internal tanks. They are proud to support Forest Service fire suppression with a range of firefighting aircraft.

Daimler Trucks North America, a Daimler Truck AG company, is the largest heavy-duty truck manufacturer in North America and a leading producer of medium-duty trucks and specialized commercial vehicles. Headquartered in Portland, Oregon, Daimler Trucks North America manufactures, sells and services several renowned commercial vehicle brands including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star Trucks, Thomas Built Buses, and Freightliner Custom Chassis.

FirePro strives to be a pioneer in Central Oregon fire protection by providing unsurpassed fire safety services and products for the customers. They provide fire suppression systems and fire protection services for commercial kitchens, office and buildings.

Freightliner continuous commitment to innovation and technology has made them one of the most respected names in the industry. Freightliner remains future-focused, always advancing new technologies and leading the industry through innovation.

This academy is designed to educate the public about the Department of Public Safety and to involve citizens in an interactive opportunity to get to know the officers and firefighters on a more personal level. The Grants Pass Department of Public Safety holds a 12-week academy annually.

Kawak Aviation Technologies is a mission equipment company offering product lines for fixed and rotary wing aircraft, new product development, engineering, and production services. Our company is built around offering the highest possible performance and quality aviation mission equipment available for aerial agriculture, helicopter firefighting, forestry, government, and commercial markets.

Luke Alexander is a global manufacturer for HFC-227ea and FK-5-1-12 Clean Agent Fire Suppression Systems. They have successfully developed Luke Eco7, an environmentally friendly water-based fire extinguishing liquid agent used as an alternative to substitute existing toxic firefighting foam.

Since 1874 the McMinnville Fire Department has been here to serve the citizens. The organization continues to adapt and evolve to meet the challenges of fire safety and security.

Ophir Rural Fire Department is a Fire Department located in Gold Beach, CURRY County, in the state of Oregon, United States of America (USA).

Portland Fire & Rescue is Oregon’s fire and emergency services provider. They provide an extensive range of public safety services including fire prevention, public education, response to fire, medical, and other emergency incidents, and disaster mitigation. PF&R is comprised of about 750 employees with a Bureau operating budget of $90.7 million.

Ventana Research is the benchmark research and advisory services firm. They provide expert guidance to help organizations manage and optimize performance, and to become not only more efficient, but more effective. They believe that business improvement comes from not just having the best tools, but the through optimization of people, processes, information, and technology.

The purpose of the Western Fire Chiefs Association is to serve as a representative of choice of (and for) career and volunteer leaders of fire related emergency service organizations throughout the WFCA member states and the Western Pacific Islands. The WFCA helps develop, and supports the work of, those leaders and organizations in order that they may best provide for the protection of people.