The World's Largest Firefighter Training Conference and Exhibition.
Fire Engineering is proud to offer this in-depth coverage of the daily sights, sounds, news and information as it happens at FDIC -- the World's most comprehensive training-based conference on firefighting. This year's show will be held April 22-27, 2013 and this page will update with the latest news; product reviews; video segments; classroom content; keynote speaker interviews and more as it occurs during the exhibition.For More Details on FDIC 2013 and to find out how to attend in person logon to www.fdic.com.
FDIC 2013 VIDEOS
FDIC 2013 HIGHLIGHTS
Ray Downey Courage and Valor Award: William O'Connell
Firefighter William O’Connell of the Stamford (CT) Fire Department was presented with the 2013 Ray Downey Courage & Valor award during the FDIC 2013 Opening Ceremony.
Anthony Kastros: Restore Hope to America
In a time of financial gloom and recession, firefighters still hold the keys to the public trust. Anthony Kastros built a case for the fire service's need to define itself by the character and conviction of its members in his keynote speech.
Bobby Halton: Selfless Service is the Key
In his opening remarks, Bobby Halton discussed the value inherent in serving the American public and the honors reserved for those who serve.
Keynote: The Fireman's Standard
Sometimes good enough just isn't good enough. For Oklahoma City (OK) Battalion Chief Michael Walker, The Fireman's Standard means performing to a level of quality or excellence that goes above the social norm and that goes well beyond the minimum.
The Importance of Instructors
Drawing on the examples of historical heroes and heroines, tradition, and the core values of the fire service, Chief Bobby Halton extolled the virtues of fire department instructors in his General Session remarks.
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FDIC 2013 Photos
2014 Call for Presentations
Submit your proposals for teaching and training at next year's show. CLICK HERE to submit online.
Fire Apparatus Coverage
FDIC 2013 Photo Galleries
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FDIC 2013 Setup Photos by Tony Greco and Bobby Halton of preparations for the show. |
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Monday at FDIC Photos by Tony Greco |
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Monday Hands on Training Photos by Tod Parker |
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Tuesday Hands on Training Photos by Tod Parker |
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Hands On Training Day 2 Photos by Tony Greco |
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Opening Ceremony Photos by Tony Greco |
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Wednesday Big Room Photos by Tony Greco |
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General Session Photos by Tony Greco |
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Courage and Valor Fun Run Photos by Tony Greco |
FDIC Community
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Lifetime Achievement Award
Fire Engineering Lifetime Achievement Award Recipients:
Frank Brannigan (1998)
Tom Brennan (1999)
Vince Dunn (2000)
Alan Brunacini (2001)
Don Manno (2002)
Ray Downey (2003)
John Eversole (2004
James Page (2005)
Leo Stapleton (2006)
Dr. Denis Onieal (2007)
John Mittendorf (2008)
Tom Brennan Lifetime Achievement Award Recipients:
John Norman (2009)
Ronald Jon Siarnicki (2010)
John F. “Skip” Coleman (2011)
Jack Murphy (2012)
