United States of America (USA) Fire Industry News

Viking SupplyNet, a pioneer in the distribution of fire protection and life safety systems, announces several changes and additions to its sales personnel throughout the United States and Latin America. Adam Owens, Viking SupplyNet’s previous Director of Inside Sales and Customer Service, has been promoted to Director of U.S. Sales and Customer Service. In his new role, Owens will be responsible for all sales functions in the United States. Having spent the past 14 years in various sales-...

Motorola Solutions announced the appointment of Avraham Ben David (Benda) as general manager of Motorola Solutions Israel. Ben David joined Motorola in 2008 and has since managed direct sales for the Israeli market, leading sales of Motorola Solutions products to government bodies, public security and commercial customers in the local market. Ben David replaces Shimon Dick, who previously served as general manager of Motorola Solutions Israel and recently retired after 40 years with the company...

Water is key to any firefighting operation. Being able to secure an adequate water supply is critical a critical skill for all fire departments. One of the most challenging scenarios to secure a water supply in is when there is no municipal water supply, or it is lacking in volume and flow. When fires occur in these areas, the only alternative is to shuttle water from the nearest municipal supply or a static body of water. To get the highest flow possible, departments must train on shuttle set...

The Communications Workers of America (CWA), a labor union, is promoting awareness of the benefits of FirstNet, an independent government authority established in 2012 to build and deploy the first-ever nationwide broadband network dedicated to first responders. “Once people know what it is, they get excited,” says Bianca Garcia, CWA's FirstNet Program Coordinator. AT&T, the only unionized wireless carrier, was chosen as the private company tasked over 25 years with building ou...

REV Group, Inc., a Milwaukee-based manufacturer of industry renowned specialty vehicle brands, along with Road America, have teamed up to pay tribute to first responders at the inaugural NTT IndyCar series REV Group Grand Prix June 20-23, 2019. Tribute to first responders As part of the tribute, all active-duty first responders will receive free entry to the REV Group Grand Prix during the entire weekend of activities including the NTT IndyCar feature race. Additionally, REV Group and Road Ame...

HURST Jaws of Life® has added two new manufacturing machines to its Shelby plant, adding efficiency and quality control to the company’s manufacturing operations for HURST Jaws of Life rescue tools. The facility enhancements include a DMG MORI multi-axis machining center and a DMG MORI horizontal machining center. Both machines operate overnight unattended, increasing overall tool production while enhancing the facility’s ability to control the quality of tool components....

Continuing in its tradition of firsts, HURST Jaws of Life® has launched the industry’s first watertight battery-powered extrication tool line, the HURST Jaws of Life eDRAULIC® EWXT. The company’s EWXT water-resistant casing debuts in three tools, which also feature a new brushless motor for greater efficiency and a longer run time. “The launch of the HURST Jaws of Life eDRAULIC EWXT battery-powered watertight tool line provides the industry with another...

It’s been three years since the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) published the most recent edition of the wide-ranging standard that spans 'the application, installation, location, performance, inspection, testing, and maintenance of fire alarm systems, fire warning equipment and emergency warning equipment, and their components'. Since then, thousands of volunteers have contributed ideas and recommendations, the technical committee has debated the changes, and the final text h...

HURST Jaws of Life® has expanded its battery-powered eDRAULIC® rescue tool line with the addition of the R 422E2 Ram, whose 59.1-inch extended length gives first responders the longest extension in the industry. The R 422E2 Ram debuts at 2019 FDIC International in Indianapolis, Indiana, April 11–13, where first responders will have a chance to see the rescue tool’s full reach and innovative details such as the sharp claws at both ends. Most complicated rescues The claws, a...

HURST Jaws of Life® has added two new manufacturing machines to its Shelby plant, adding efficiency and quality control to the company’s manufacturing operations for HURST Jaws of Life rescue tools. The facility enhancements include a DMG MORI multi-axis machining center and a DMG MORI horizontal machining center. Both machines operate overnight unattended, increasing overall tool production while enhancing the facility’s ability to control the quality of tool components. Innov...

Continuing in its tradition of firsts, HURST Jaws of Life® launches the industry’s first watertight battery-powered extrication tool line, the HURST Jaws of Life eDRAULIC® EWXT. The company’s EWXT water-resistant casing debuts in three tools, which also feature a new brushless motor for greater efficiency and a longer run time. “The launch of the HURST Jaws of Life eDRAULIC EWXT battery-powered watertight tool line provides the industry with another first from HURST, a...

In a fire, a safe, reliable source of power is critical. Tasked with supplying the emergency firefighting power for Victorian mill conversions, Newburn Power’s expertise and commitment to health and safety made them the perfect partner for power safety, instilling confidence should the worst happen. The client, who is converting mills into luxury apartments – initially in and around Leeds, Halifax, and Manchester, the centers of Victorian industry gave Newburn a two-fold job. Provid...

Emergency Reporting® (ER), a provider of cloud-based Fire and EMS records management software, was featured this week in a blog post published by Microsoft. The interview-based article summarizes a discussion between Chief Andrew Olesen of the Cedar Rapids Fire Department and Microsoft. In the interview, Chief Olesen describes why his agency switched to Emergency Reporting Records Management System (RMS) and how his department uses it to track and analyze important fire incident and patient...

BB7 is delighted to announce, that they have acquired Omega Fire Engineering Limited. BB7 is a trusted independent advisory firm that manages risk through the provision of strategic advice and innovative design, construction, and management solutions. They specialize in fire and security to help the clients protect people, prosperity, and the planet. About Omega The team at Omega has built a strong position in the provision of Fire Safety Engineering and Computational Fluid Dynamics. The vis...

BB7 is delighted to announce that BGF now backs BB7 and its vision to become the foremost fire and security advisory firm. The investment will accelerate the growth. They will also increase the depth and breadth of risk and resilience advisory services they offer the clients. For the people, it will provide an opportunity to come on the journey and grow and develop with the company. About BGF BGF is the most active growth investor in the world. They are the UK and Ireland’s most active i...

Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation company, highlighted its broad range of fire apparatus including numerous recent aerial product developments at the 2019 Fire Department Instructors Conference (FDIC) in Indianapolis, Indiana. Pierce’s FDIC presence put a spotlight on the theme – ‘Deserve Better. Serve Better.’ with an exhibit focus that includes an extensive scope of apparatus and technology, represented by the strongest dealer network in the industry, al...

Given the unpredictable and hazardous nature of firefighting, where seconds could mean the difference between life and death, there’s nothing more important for firefighters than being connected as a team. That’s why MSA Safety Incorporated, the pioneer in firefighter safety, today announced a breakthrough innovation to help make firefighting a safer profession. At the annual Fire Department Instructor’s Conference (FDIC) in Indianapolis, Ind., the Pittsburgh-based company tod...

The Severe Service ST™ was built with compact areas in mind. The main feature is that the cab can be tilted inside almost any fire station for access to the engine. The 96” cab width makes this an ideal choice for urban environments, yet still provides ample space up for the driver and officer with a specially designed engine enclosure to maximize spacing at the elbow, hip and knee areas. This new cab design also extends the crew area making it possible to house a command unit. Ano...

Ferrara, a subsidiary of REV Group and a manufacturer of fire apparatus, will debut Skippack Fire Company’s 107-foot MVP Rescue Ladder at FDIC International in Indianapolis, Indiana, April 11th-13th, 2019. The new 107-foot Rescue Ladder is the first aerial over 100’ on Ferrara’s custom MVP cab and body. Ferrara’s MVP concept is known for the low mounted speedlays and customized equipment mounting with over 250 cu.ft. of storage capacity. “Incorporating the MVP conc...

KME Fire Apparatus announces release of the new Mid-Mount AerialCat, which are now available with an 84’ and 102’ platform. These two replace the existing line up of 81’, 95’ and 100’ Mid Mount Platforms, with a longer horizontal and vertical reach and a shortened overall length. Mid Mount AerialCat Platforms The 102’ Mid Mount AerialCat Platform has a 2’ rated increased vertical height to 102’ and a 3’ horizontal increased horizontal reach...

Fire Safety & Protection (“FSP”), a portfolio company of Sunny River Management (“SRM”), announces the acquisition of Allard Fire Protection, Inc. (“Allard”), a local pioneer in fire safety. Fire Safety & Protection is an emerging, high-growth fire and life safety business based in Atlanta, GA. The acquisition of Allard is an exciting addition to FSP as it continues to grow in the United States and Canada. Dedication to customers Allard’s cus...

Nanotechnology, manufactured at scale and low cost while posing minimal health risks, may point to a future with fewer fires that are less lethal and less damaging. The U.S. Fire Administration reported over 1.3 million structure fires in 2017 causing an estimated 3,400 deaths, 14,670 injuries, and 23 billion dollars in damages. The high cost of current fire problems in lives and property leads some researchers to look for innovative fire protection solutions. Nanotechnology One such sol...

Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service (CFRS) is now using a new app to help respond to incidents more effectively. CFRS, along with a number of other emergency services, including Cambridgeshire Constabulary and Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service, have been using what3words to help pinpoint those in need. Unreliable data connection The unique location app what3words has divided the globe into 3m x 3m squares and given each one a unique three-word address. The app is free to download for bo...

Fire Safety & Protection (“FSP”), a portfolio company of Sunny River Management (“SRM”), is pleased to announce the acquisition of Allard Fire Protection, Inc. (“Allard”), a local pioneer in fire safety. Fire Safety & Protection is an emerging, high-growth fire and life safety business based in Atlanta, GA. The acquisition of Allard is an exciting addition to FSP as it continues to grow in the United States and Canada. Allard’s customers should...

Bryx, a provider of first responder technology, announces the addition of eight departments in three new states to its growing list of agencies using the Bryx platform for mobile and station alerting. Improving response times With the addition of Colorado, Nevada, and South Carolina, Bryx now has active users in thirty states and three countries. The Bryx platform aids in improving response times and emergency outcomes by providing technology that empowers first responders to work faster, smoo...

Bryx, a globally renowned provider of first responder technology solutions, has announced Bryx Station Board, a modified version of their station alerting system. Bryx Station Board Bryx Station Board is an affordable software solution designed for career or volunteer fire/EMS departments that aren’t seeking a full-featured station alerting system. Providing a real-time view of the department’s operations, Bryx Station Board gives first responders increased visibility and faster tu...

E-ONE, a subsidiary of REV Group and a manufacturer of fire apparatus, introduces a new Typhoon cab for 2019 at booth # 4100 during FDIC International, April 11-13, 2019 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The new Typhoon cab features greater visibility for the driver and crew with its new windshield design, reduced profile dash and full size/full opening door windows. The cab doors have new vertical pull exterior and interior door handles and the cab steps feature an extended lower step and a full-width...

E-ONE, a subsidiary of REV Group and a manufacturer of fire apparatus, announces enhancements for its aluminum and steel 100-foot platforms on display at FDIC International, April 11-13, 2019 in Indianapolis. The 100-foot platform enhancements include short jack capability, greater below grade reach, a new fabricated turntable and a new Cummins engine that is 600 pounds lighter, making these aerials more versatile than ever in meeting the demands of today’s fire departments. While the E-O...

The moment a 9-1-1 call is received, the influx of data begins: incident information from the caller, dispatcher notes, location of first responders, historical records, sensor data and more. To bring together and make sense of multiple data sources, Motorola Solutions announced enhancements to CommandCentral Aware, its situational awareness application that provides one cohesive view of an incident as it unfolds. features of CommandCentral Aware CommandCentral Aware now offers enhanced: M...

A fusion of the latest fire extinguisher technology and a substance used to combat chemical warfare will save acid attack victims from blindness and life-threatening burning. Britannia Fire’s revolutionary composite extinguisher, the P50, has been filled with a powder that neutralizes toxic substances to create a life-saving device. A spray of FAST-ACT draws corrosive chemicals from a victim’s skin neutralizing corrosive liquids and vapors and the most destructive chemical warfare a...