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On the outside looking in: San Leon VFD is using OnSite ERT to track firefighter status during operations OnSite ERT answers age-old question: "Who's inside?" It's a scene all too familiar for San Leon firefighters, as well as others across the country: emergency responders enter a burning building, but before the flames are put out, the roof collapses and they dash out. The commander on scene is suddenly left wondering if any crew members are still inside. What do the...

INTERSCHUTZ 2010 will focus on new approaches to firefighting Disaster relief and firefighting will face new hurdles Emergency relief organizations are confronted by some major new challenges, forcing them to consider a fundamental realignment. The changed framework not only necessitates new, transnational thinking, but above all increased investment in equipment and training. According to the German Firefighters Association (DFV), German municipalities have estimated the p...

Elkhart Brass has appointed Robert Dornseif as its new Mideast Regional Sales Manager New sales appointee will serve Mideast region Elkhart Brass is pleased to announce Robert Dornseif (Rob) has accepted the position of Regional Sales Manager for our mideast region, which includes: Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, and Ohio.  Rob comes to us with over fifteen years of sales experience, including more than seven years with 5 Alarm Fire and Safety. Rob has als...

The MT94 ensemble was chosen by Northern Ireland FRS to protect its firefighters during CBRN incidents Lion Apparel's Tactix MT94 ensemble chosen after extensive testing The Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service has chosen Lion Apparel's Tactix® MT94 multi-wear ensemble to protect its firefighters when dealing with a CBRN incident. The decision was made after the brigade undertook three months of extensive garment trials to test every aspect of the suit's performanc...

Mobile Concepts by Scotty are supplying tractor trailers to the US Customs and Border Patrol New border patrol contract for processing and detainment tractor trailers won by Scotty Mobile Concepts by Scotty recently completed the first of three processing and detainment tractor trailers for the U.S. Customs and Border Patrol to assist in securing the country, beating out a large competitor after submitting a bid and being awarded the contract. The small company, located ap...

ISG has supplied navies around world with over 2,000 thermal imagers New order confirms ISG's reputation amongst the world's naval fleets ISG reaffirmed its position as the no. 1 choice for thermal imagers for navies in May, as three of the world's largest naval fleets purchased over 150 thermal imagers between them. Italy, Taiwan and India have now joined the USA, Australia, Germany, the Netherlands and Norway amongst many others in becoming the latest countries to...

Unifire AB has launched a new website and YouTube channel showcasing its SafeIncinerator fire protection system Launch of new website and video channel for Swedish manufacturer Unifire AB of Sweden has announced the launching of its new SafeIncinerator.com website and YouTube channel devoted to automatic and remote-controlled fire protection for incinerators and incineration plant facilities, aircraft hangars, stadiums, warehouses, airport arrival halls, tunnels, and many...

Seagrave Apparatus, LLC has moved to a new location in Rock Hill, SC Company move into a larger building inside Rock Hill Seagrave Fire Apparatus, LLC, announced that its commercial vehicle manufacturing and apparatus service facility in Rock Hill, South Carolina (Seagrave Carolina), has moved to a larger facility within the city. Seagrave has relocated from its former facility on Lesslie Highway to meet its growing needs and to better serve Seagrave customers. The new fa...

The CM500, one of several models Motorola will deliver as part of the new tender agreement Framework agreement includes delivery of more than 14,000 terminals alongside accessories and services Motorola, Inc., world leader in the development and deployment of TETRA communication solutions, today announced that it has won the second terminal tender in Berlin for delivering digital public safety radio communications for the Federal State of Berlin. Motorola has been awarded...

Bullard is exhibiting at FDIC Online on June 10-11 FDIC Online tradeshow will include exhibits from Bullard ranges Bullard is excited to be participating in the FDIC Online tradeshow taking place today, June 10 and Thursday, June 11 from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. EST.   This innovative online exhibit showcases Bullard's Thermal Imaging and Fire Helmet product lines, including our new Eclipse Thermal Imager and TrakLite Fire Helmet Light.   At FDIC in Indianapolis...

Kent Fire and Rescue Services have selected the Kronos solution Fire service to maximise the number of fire and rescue vehicles at key times Kent Fire and Rescue Service has selected Kronos to improve the management and utilisation of 2,000 staff across all 70 of its locations, including fire stations and community safety offices. The Kronos solution will enable Kent Fire and Rescue to plan staff availability, track attendance and allocate staff to duties. The employee s...

The LCOE truck produced by Navistar in potential alliance with American LaFrance, LLC Vehicle will be produced by potential alliance with American LaFrance Navistar today showcased an addition to its line-up of International® trucks, a vehicle based on an existing American LaFrance low cab-over engine (LCOE) platform. While Navistar, Inc. and American LaFrance, LLC continue to work toward a definitive agreement on a joint venture to develop, manufacture and support L...

Many fire services are using in-vehicle mobile CCTV for fire driver training Benefits of in-vehicle systems provides a powerful fire driver training tool TSS (Traffic Safety Systems) - part of AD Group - is highlighting the growing number of fire and rescue services who are unlocking the benefits of in-vehicle mobile CCTV as an integral part of safety-critical driver training. Commented Jeremy Coleman, Sales Manager at TSS: "Video captured in this way and linked to the rec...

Creative Fire Apparatus, LLC has won an award for creating a uniquely compact firefighting vehicle Two partners recognized for creating one of a kind vehicle to save lives and property As a 30 year fire-fighting veteran, Jim Belford repeatedly experienced frustrating, costly, and even horrifying situations due to the fact that standard-sized fire engines could not get close to fight fires and rescue people in places with narrow streets, tight turns, unstable surfaces, or...

Streamlight's 4AA Helmet Mounting Kit now includes the Blackjack Helmet Mount by 1445 Designs Upgraded kit features innovative Blackjack Helmet Mount from 1445 Designs Streamlight®, Inc., a leading flashlight manufacturer for fire and rescue applications, announced today it has upgraded its 4AA Helmet Lighting Kit to include the new Blackjack Helmet Mount by 1445 Designs. The kit includes an innovative design to securely hold an included 4AA ProPolymer® Lux LED fl...

VectorCommand are sponsoring the award for Emergency Planning Team of the Year Company supports award for excellence in emergency planning The VectorCommand Award for the Emergency Planning Team of the Year will be announced on Tuesday 16th June at the Awards Dinner at the Emergency Planning Society Conference. The award is open to emergency planning teams of all types, from fire and rescue services, police and local authorities to local and international companies. The co...

Streamlight recently honored COPS (Concerns of Police Survivors) at the organization's gala dinner Streamlight increases commitment to support law enforcement with COPS sponsorship Streamlight, a leading manufacturer of lighting tools for police, recently honored Concerns of Police Survivors (COPS) as it celebrated its 25th anniversary. The company increased its 2009 contribution to COPS by serving as the platinum sponsor of the organization's gala dinner held May 14 at the...

Navistar's new parts distribution center in Midrand, South Africa New parts distribution center improves customer service and parts availability The doors to a new 4,200 square meter parts distribution center (PDC) officially opened today in Midrand, launching Navistar's newest facility in South Africa. At a grand opening ceremony, customers, dealers, employees and Navistar executives celebrated the benefits of the new PDC, which will greatly improve customer service and...

DCC's REVERSE 911 emergency notification helped evacuate thousands during 2009 California fires Emergency notification system aids residents endangered by wildfire When a wildfire broke out in the brush-covered hills above Santa Barbara, California on May 5, the Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Public Safety Dispatch center was ready. As flames moved toward populated areas, the Sheriff's Department issued evacuation calls using the patented REVERSE 911® emergency notifica...

The U.S. Dept. of Defense has purchased 350 ONESuit protective hazmat suits Lightweight, single-skin hazmat suits protect first responders from chemical and biological agents The U.S. Department of Defense is enhancing its anti-terrorism capabilities with the purchase of 350 ONESuit® protective hazmat suits for use at key military sites as part of its Installation Protection Program. Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics manufactures the ONESuit product line. Strategic R...

Bullard has received the prestigious Kentucky SHARP re-certification Representatives from the Kentucky Department of Labor Cabinet honor Bullard in ceremony Bullard recently received Kentucky's prestigious Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP) re-certification for taking extraordinary measures to ensure the safety and health of its employees. Demonstrating an effective company-wide safety and health program, the award, which Bullard originally receive...

The new CEP400 TETRA portable terminal from Motorola New solutions extend Motorola's TETRA portfolio to offer the most comprehensive TETRA solutions available Motorola, Inc., world leader in the development and deployment of TETRA communication solutions, today announced the launch of the Dimetra IP Micro TETRA switch and the CEP400 TETRA portable terminal. These new intuitive, user friendly products extend the reach of TETRA, delivering cost effective and easy to deploy so...

Motorola have launched the MTP850S at TETRA World Congress (TWC) New mission critical device incorporates additional user safety features with improved coverage and receiver sensitivity Motorola, Inc. today announced the launch of a new portable TETRA terminal, the MTP850S, designed for mission critical communication, at the TETRA World Congress (TWC) exhibition in Munich. Based on Motorola's field-proven MTP850 model, the MTP850S has been designed with the end use...

Motorola have unveiled the MTP850FuG at TETRA World Congress 2009 Debuting at TETRA World Congress, mission critical solution provides increased power and easy transition from analogue to digital technology To meet the challenging mission critical needs of German Public Safety officials, Motorola has created a new TETRA terminal: the MTP850FuG, launched at TETRA World Congress (TWC) this week. Based on the portable Motorola MTP850 terminal, the new MTP850FuG includes a...

Perfection Uniforms will go-green by using 100% recyclable fiber REPREVE to produce firefighter uniforms Perfection Uniforms has chosen REPREVE®, a 100% recycled fiber by Unifi, for a line of eco-responsible uniforms. The announcement was made at this year’s North American Uniform Manufacturers and Dealers (NAUMD) trade show in Las Vegas. “Quality and integrity are important in introducing a line of environmentally responsible uniforms, which is w...

FLAME-SIM firefighter training software will help train students at Dunbar High School, OH New application pioneers use of FLAME-SIM training software in public schools FLAME-SIM is pleased to announce that Paul Lawrence Dunbar High School of Dayton, Ohio, has purchased six sets of the FLAME-SIM software. Dunbar High School purchased the software to be used in their fire services vocational program. The innovative simulation will be used to train Dunbar High School's next...

Lauren Hall from TOA at the company stand at International Firex 2009 International audio specialists TOA exhibited the industry's most comprehensive range of PA/VA products at the International Firex show held between 11-14 May 2009 at the Birmingham NEC, UK. Adding to the excitement of the show, the company proved popular with their daily business card prize draw where four fully-charged megaphones were drawn and given to security and fire installers (model ER-520S).Two pa...

  One of the fire hydrant models from Jo Bird currently protecting fire hydrants  on a Kazakhstan oil development The winter climate around the Caspian Sea regularly sees temperatures plummet to -35 to -40°C, creating major challenges in keeping water liquid in an environment where the sea is frozen for up to 5 months in the year. The fire hydrants positioned around the vast Kashagan Oil Development Project in Kazakhstan are being protected against these winter...

Sweepstakes Grand Prize winner Brian Vickers alongside his Harley-Davidson Volunteer firefighter wins "NFFF Full Throttle Support" Sweepstakes Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation company, and Harley-Davidson Motor Company, the only major U.S.-based motorcycle manufacturer, today announced the winner of the NFFF Full Throttle Support Sweepstakes as part of their campaign to benefit the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF). Brian P. Vickers of Katy,...

Akron Brass is continuing to place emphasis on the Canadian market Leading manufacturer is positioned to focus on the Canadian market Akron Brass continues to put emphasis on the Canadian market. With the dedicated sales personnel of Steve Robertson, Ray Thompson, Normand Gareau and Jeff French strategically located throughout the country, Akron is positioned to provide continuous product sales and support to the Canadian fire departments, distributors and OEM customers. Ad...