KME Fire Apparatus - Experts & Thought Leaders

KME, a subsidiary of REV Group, Inc., and a manufacturer of fire apparatus, will display its latest customized line up of fire apparatus at FDIC International 2024 (Fire Department Instructors Conference 2024) in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA, from April 18 - April 20, 2024, at Booth #3901.  “KME is known for building modified fire apparatus that answers the specific needs of the fire department,” said Larry Daniels, Senior Director of Global Sales, REV Fire Group, adding “We continue to meet the varied requirements of our customers and look forward to attendees seeing our unique line up at FDIC.”  Full depth compartments KME will showcase the following fire apparatus: Aerialcat Midmount Platform from Hazleton Fire Department, Pennsylvania: Built on a KME Severe Service XMFD chassis with flat roof cab and seating for five, this rig features an 84-foot steel aerial platform with 1,000-pound capacity, full depth compartments on both sides, and storage for more than 150’ of ground ladders. PRO Pumper from Napanoch Fire Department, New York: This truck features the XLFD chassis with 16” raised roof and seating for eight, 16” front bumper extension with discharge and storage, 1,500 GPM pump on a compact enclosed pump panel, 500-gallon water tank, and full-length rooftop compartments. Custom Pumper from Noblesville Fire Department, Indiana: Built on a Severe Service XMFD chassis with 10” raised roof, this rig features a 750-gallon water tank, 1500 GPM pump, full height compartments on driver’s side and two lowered crosslays.  Full height compartments In addition, attendees and customers are invited to visit REV Fire Group Booth #4200 to celebrate first responders and to see the all-electric North American style Vector fire truck built for Toronto Fire Services. Continuing past years’ theme ‘Protecting Those Who Protect Us,’ REV Fire Group will host ‘REV It Up Coffee and Conversation with FDIC Live’ each morning, and ‘REV It Up Happy Hour’ and live product walk-arounds on Thursday and Friday, including live interviews with National Fire Radio.

REV Fire Group, comprised of REV Group, Inc. manufacturers of fire apparatus E-ONE®, KME®, Ferrara™, Spartan Fire Chassis™, Spartan Emergency Response®, Smeal™, and Ladder Tower™, is pleased to announce the appointment of Brian Connely as Director of Project Management-Sales for REV Fire Group. Brian Connely, a seasoned pioneer with 20 years of experience in the fire industry, will be responsible for supporting sales initiatives across all REV Firebrands. He reports directly to Larry Daniels, Senior Director of Sales for REV Fire Group. Extensive leadership experience Prior to this role, Connely held leadership positions at KME and Spartan ER, and most recently served as the KME Sales Manager for Campbell Supply Company. In addition, he has served for the past 34 years as a Volunteer Firefighter at his hometown Tamaqua (PA) Fire Department and currently serves as President. “We are excited to have Brian Connely working with the REV Fire Group,” said Chris McClung, Vice President, Global Sales and Marketing, REV Fire Group, adding “His dedication and commitment to his community extend beyond his work, and it’s this passion for serving others that makes him stand out as an exceptional pioneer in the fire industry.”

REV Fire Group, comprised of REV Group, Inc. fire apparatus manufacturing subsidiaries, is pleased to announce the appointment of Fire Truck Solutions (FTS) as the official E-ONE® AND KME® dealer in Arizona, Colorado and Nevada. Fire Truck Solutions is authorized to sell and service the complete portfolio of E-ONE and KME Fire Apparatus. FTS recently acquired the fire truck dealership from H&E Equipment Services and will continue to offer sales, service, and parts to all customers in the territory from the existing locations in Phoenix and Denver. Fire truck dealership Plans call for relocating the dealership to new locations in those cities in 2024 to accommodate expected growth and to launch mobile service for maintenance and repairs across Arizona and Colorado. The new Phoenix facility will feature 20,500 square feet of warehouse space and 3,700 square feet of office space, with an expected addition of 12,000 square feet. We’re positioned for growth and service to exceed our customers’ expectations prospectively" FTS principals are John Gellhausen, Steve Slatzer, and Mark Julien, H&E’s former leader of fire apparatus sales and service with more than 20 years of experience. “This is an exciting opportunity for our team at Fire Truck Solutions and we look forward to our new partnership with REV Fire Group,” says John Gellhausen, principal, FTS. “We’re positioned for growth and service to exceed our customers’ expectations prospectively.” Customer service experience “We are very committed to growing the E-ONE and KME landscape in Arizona, Colorado and Nevada,” says Larry Daniels, senior director of sales for REV Fire Group. “John Gellhausen and Steve Slatzer’s solid financial and business experience combined with Mark Julien’s extensive E-ONE fire apparatus sales and customer service experience makes for a winning partnership. It’s for those reasons we believe Fire Truck Solutions will make a great addition to our network of dealers for E-ONE and KME.”

North America’s largest fire event, FDIC International, brings together more than 34,000 fire industry professionals this month (April 8-13) at the Indiana Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. First constructed in 1928, FDIC continues today in its original tradition of providing a forum for networking about the most vexing issues and sharing the most promising solutions to concerns that face the fire service. FDIC provides opportunities to learn new techniques, train alongside world-class leaders, and advance discussions among the most influential firefighters in the industry. FDIC allows practitioners and those who support the industry an opportunity to discuss frankly the latest developments in equipment and support and collaborate on how those new advancements can be best used. 27 Interactive H.O.T Sessions FDIC offers many opportunities for learning and training, starting with its 27 interactive Hands-on Training (H.O.T) sessions“FDIC is steadfastly dedicated to its fundamental principle of providing a non-ideological, non-affiliated and openly inclusive environment for sharing and collaborating among all members interested in the mission of the fire service,” says Chief Bobby Halton, Editorial Director, Clarion Fire Rescue Group, and Educational Director, FDIC International. “Whether their interests lie in operations, medical or fire, in administration, in the production and distribution of equipment, or the advancement of codes and standards, all opinions and worldviews are accepted and debated with the utmost respect and dignity.” FDIC offers many opportunities for learning and training, starting with its 27 interactive Hands-on Training (H.O.T) sessions, 78 pre-conference workshops and more than 200 conference sessions. FDIC’s immersive learning experience extends to the exhibit hall floor and outdoor demonstration area where attendees can see and try the latest products, equipment, services and technology from over 800 exhibiting companies. “FDIC is more important than ever to the fire service industry because it is now and will always be of the firefighters, for the firefighters, and about the firefighters,” says Halton. Events Co-Located With FDIC New this year, iWomen is co-locating their event at FDIC, which includes 14 timely classroom sessions spread over two days, as well as networking events geared at sharing challenges and insights in a supportive environment. Also, the Institution of Fire Engineers United States of America Branch is co-locating their AGM annual meeting and educational update at FDIC. And the National Fire Heritage Center has partnered with FDIC to promote the center, conduct its annual meeting and introduce the annual inductees into the Hall of Legends.  FDIC is more important than ever to the fire service industry because it is now and will always be of the firefighters, for the firefighters, and about the firefighters FDIC’s new MATCH! Program is a customized meeting experience that connects attending decision makers, who have an immediacy to purchase, with exhibitors whose products or services match their sourcing needs and interests. These VIP attendees can make the most efficient use of their time by accessing innovative matchmaking technology and a personal program manager to assist them with meeting scheduling and recommendations. Exhibitors At The Event FDIC’s Mobile App is a visitor’s guide to searching the exhibitor list, navigating the exhibit hall and seeing a full schedule of sessions and events. FDIC’s new parking partner, Gate Ten Events and Parking, allows visitors to reserve their parking space ahead of time. Large exhibitors headlining the Exhibit Hall include Pierce; Rev Fire Group, E-ONE, KME, Ferrara and REV Ambulance; 3M Scott Fire and Safety; and HME Ahrens-Fox. Other large exhibitors include Honeywell First Responder Products, Drager, Globe by MSA, Rosenbauer and Spartan Motors. Here are some of the timely themes covered at this year’s conference: Current updates on the development and implementation of science-based strategy and tactics Information and practices on mental health and wellness Leading advances in firefighting technology and managing an integration of technology into the decision-making process during operations Review of recent sentinel events in the fire service from actual participants Analysis of accident investigation from members of NIOSH and the CDC Updates on current research into toxicity in the environment and equipment Current thoughts on decontamination procedures presented by researchers and practitioners The value of belongingness as a tool for health and wellness, suicide prevention, a detailed examination of the sociotechnical interface and firefighting’s role going forward The complex political and operational dilemmas faced in the wildland urban interface Recruitment and retention for the volunteer fire service Networking Opportunities Abound The event takes over the city, and there are chances to network with peers everywhere they turnAt FDIC, networking starts the moment attendees arrive in town. The event takes over the city, and there are chances to network with peers everywhere they turn. Formal networking events are also organized, including the 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb, Courage and Valor 5K Fun Run, Comedy vs. Cancer, IFD Open House and Pumper Pull, Stop Drop Rock ‘n’ Roll and more.  “We want individuals to walk away feeling inspired by new ideas, tools or techniques they’ve learned in sessions or new products or services they’ve sourced on the show floor that ultimately keep them and their communities safe,” says Halton.