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Avon Protection Systems (APS) DELTAIR® SCBA is made in the USA. Delivers a mask with best-in-class field of view, offers best-in-class communications, an unprecedented level of comfort, and best-in-class air management with the AirSwitch regulator.

The Deltair design reflects a single power supply, clearest communications, the widest field of view, and optimal weight distribution. www.avon-protection.com (888) 286-6440.

Lake Assault BOATS are born in a shipyard, designed for a mission, tested on Lake Superior, and custom engineered using technology and resources unmatched in the fireboat industry.

Lake Assault offers a wide range of custom hull designs and configurations suitable for use on inland lakes, rivers, and intercoastal and offshore waters to meet the needs of first responders. What mission can we help you perform? www.lakeassault.com. (715) 395-2255.

Akron Brass’s REVEL HIGH POWERED LED SCENE LIGHT combines a spot and flood pattern into one powerful solution, shining 14,000 lumens on your emergency scene. With more capability and configurations than ever before, the Revel increases overall scene visibility when lighting exterior spaces.

Simple to use with a gloved hand, the unique, push-button swivel can quickly adjust and redirect the light for efficient operation. Available as a true surface mount, the Revel can be installed in any location around the apparatus or other truck-mounted configurations. www.akronbrass.com. (844) 288-7120.

For more than 12 years, eDispatches has provided ACTUAL TONE-OUT AUDIO DISPATCH AND LIVE STREAMING to mobile devices and landlines without dispatch involvement. Extends coverage to anywhere you have cellular service, which eliminates range limitations. eDispatches operates with any style phone.

Our Android/iOS apps operate similar to a voice pager. Integrated mapping/routing without dispatch assistance as well as live streaming dispatch audio and mass messaging is included! Call for a free 30-day trial. www.edispatches.com. (973) 453-5810.

Key Fire Hose’s COMBAT READY is the best attack hose on the market, and we guarantee it. Available in 1¾-, two-, and 2½-inch diameters, it features an unsurpassed 10-year warranty and a one-year coupling-to-coupling, wear-and-tear guarantee.

Key Combat Ready outperforms all other attack hose in the following categories: Kink resistance, flow characteristics, durability, heat resistance, and handline management. Contact a local Key Hose distributor for more information. www.keyfirehose.com. (800) 447-5666.

Kussmaul’s BLUETOOTH MODULE is our newest dash-mountable switch that brings full Bluetooth 3.0 audio capability to any vehicle. This module is always in discovery mode, so pairing any device is easy.

 

You can answer phone calls or even play music from any Bluetooth enabled mp3 player in stereo audio. It can be installed by OEMs or after-market in any dashboard. It has an operating range of 10 meters and includes a number of profiles for connectivity options. www.kussmaul.com. (800) 346-0857.

Honeywell’s new LIFE GUARD PARTICULATE RESISTANT HOOD delivers new proven levels of particulate-blocking protection with a lighter, more breathable fit. The new NFPA 1971-certified Life Guard Hood’s design supports a drier, more breathable, and comfortable wear-even after hours of use. And, the patented Mask Mate™ face opening better fits the shape of air mask and provides a wider field of vision.

Honeywell’s Life Guard Hood patented three-layer composite material has been found to reduce particle 99.9-percent particle filtration efficiency. Protect yourself from airborne toxins -choose trusted, quality-engineered solutions from Honeywell First Responder. Visit www.honeywellfirstresponder.com/en/products/hoods/life-guard-hood. (800) 688-6148.

The latest innovation in thermal liner technology-Heat-Blocking PBI Fibers. PBI G2™ features two lightweight layers of PBI/aramid spunlace-designed to trap air and provide better insulation than traditional thermal liners. Thermal liners with PBI G2 offer more flexibility, increased moisture management, and less working stress.

The result is enhanced comfort and uncompromised thermal protection. PBI G2 is now available in Glide™ thermal liners from Safety Components and TenCate Quantum4i™. www.pbiproducts.com. (704) 554-3378.

MagneGrip EXHAUST REMOVAL SYSTEMS eliminate diesel exhaust emissions in firehouses to reduce firefighter risk for cancer and other chronic diseases. Systems are 100-percent effective and require minimal maintenance.

Operation is fully automatic, with wireless auto-start activation, and will not slow down response time. MagneGrip Group also offers ceiling-mounted AirHAWK air filtration systems to remove diesel exhaust pollutants in bay area and living quarters. www.magnegrip.com. (800) 875-4440.

Holmatro introduces the 5240 CL (COMPACT LIGHTWEIGHT) SPREADER. Weighing in at just 21.8 pounds, this spreader combines the highest relevant spreading force with the highest spreading distance and lowest weight, in comparison to other spreaders on the market, comparing like with like, Holmatro 5000 Series spreaders deliver the best performance at the lowest weight.

Learn more about our spreaders at www.Holmatro.com/spreaders. (410) 768-9662.

Globe’s CLASSIX® METRO™. This metro-inspired design includes a drop-shoulder design that moves the sleeve seam beyond the shoulder for improved reach and reduced coat ride-up. Together with a shorter front and longer back, this allows enhanced freedom of movement throughout the shoulders, arms, and back with less bulk.

And, the low-rise pants include a host of standard features including thermally-enhanced flex liner knees and suggested options including SILIZONE® knee padding and DRAGONHIDE® reinforcements. www.globeturnoutgear.com. (800) 232-8323.

The Spartan ADVANCED PROTECTION SYSTEM (APS) sets the standard in safety with industry-first features.

The APS offers eight air bags including side curtain air bags that are up to three times larger than the competition and seat belt advancements that make the Spartan APS unequaled in its occupant safeguards. http://spartaner.com/safety. (517) 543-6400.

EXPANDED WARRANTY PROGRAM! CROSSTECH® moisture barriers, GORE® RT7100 moisture barriers, and GORE® PARALLON™ liner systems are now covered under an expanded program as a result of their exceptional field performance.

Not only does this new warranty program apply to new purchases, but it is retroactive from the original date of manufacture for moisture barriers already in the market. Learn more at www.CROSSTECH.com/warranty. (800) 431-GORE (4673).

Globe’s PROXIMITY. Say goodbye to heavy, stiff rubber boots forever. Globe PROXIMITY (patent pending) is the world’s first leather Proximity boot. It’s remarkably flexible, with the same cushioned and contoured sole, athletic footwear construction, and internal fit system as our original SUPREME™ structural boots.

Meeting the radiant heat requirements of Proximity as well as the Structural requirements of NFPA 1971, PROXIMITY can be the one boot you wear for all your calls. www.globeturnoutgear.com. (800) 232-8323.

This Pierce ENFORCER AERIAL TILLER was delivered to the Pooler (GA) Fire Rescue Department. The vehicle is equipped with a Detroit Diesel DD13 500-hp engine, Command Zone advanced electronics, seating for six firefighters, and a forward-facing EMS compartment inside the cab.

Rated for a 500-pound tip capacity, the 100-foot heavy-duty aerial ladder features LED lighting along its entire length. The apparatus also carries a full complement of ground ladders and rescue equipment. www.piercemfg.com. (920) 832-3000.

Fire Engineering Books & Videos SITUATIONAL AWARENESS FOR EMERGENCY RESPONSE by Rich Gasaway discusses the total decision-making process of first responders in fast-paced, highly stressful environments and gives readers takeaway messages for how to improve safety in emergency response situations.

An emergency responder must capture clues and cues in the emergency environment, make sense of the information, and predict what will happen next. Chief Gasaway’s book will help you put all the pieces together. www.fireengineeringbooks.com. (800) 752-9764. sales@pennwell.com.

The Streamlight 3AA PROPOLYMER® DUALIE® is an intrinsically safe, multifunction flashlight with three output modes: An LED spot beam for distance illumination; an LED flood beam for close-up work; and the two beams combined, allowing for an uninterrupted light pattern that delivers 245 lumens.

A laser model of the light provides a focused LED spot beam with a red laser pointer. Both lights are safety rated for use in Class 1, Division 1 environments. www.streamlight.com. (800) 523-7488.

With IMMI’s SMARTDOCK®, the preferred, hands-free SCBA holder for firefighters, there are no straps or levers to slow you down. In a collision, the top claws clamp down, preventing the SCBA from becoming a projectile.

Engineered to fit most SCBAs, SmartDock can also be retrofitted to a wide variety of seats. Tested. Proven. Unsurpassed. SmartDock by IMMI. www.imminet.com. (317) 896-9531.

The ZOLL X SERIES® MONITOR/DEFIBRILLATOR is a prehospital technology platform designed to address your needs within any system both now and moving forward.

Designed specifically for fire/EMS, the lightweight and durable X Series combines the clinically superior therapeutic capabilities of ZOLL defibrillation, pacing, and CPR quality improvement with the advanced monitoring parameters you need to make the best decisions and provide the best care for your patients. To learn more, visit www.zoll.com/xseries. (800) 348-9011.

Go Big or Go Home-Build Your Training Arsenal with BullEx. BullEx’s exclusive network of LIVE-FIRE TRAINING PROPS grows along with you and your department. From vehicles to pressure vessels to aircraft wings-name a fire, we’ve got a prop.

Now that you have our control system, pile on the props for a fraction of the cost. Don’t forget to add the wireless remote to stay close to the action during the training evolution, not after. www.bullex.com. (888) 4BULLEX.

TenCate KOMBAT™ FLEX ushers in the next level of flexible, ergonomic outer shells. Firefighters don’t need to choose between comfort and protection with Kombat™ Flex. The remarkable twill weave is formed from PBI® and DuPont™ Kevlar® fiber that provides excellent FR protection from well-known, trusted brands.

Softer and more flexible, Kombat™ Flex still scores high in strength. And Kombat Flex™ retains its like-new and supple appearance after repeated launderings, even in black. TryKombatFlex.com. (770) 969-1000.

Delivering big water in a small package, Elkhart Brass’s COBRA EXM is smaller, lighter, and more affordable than anything in its category, allowing firefighters to do what they do best-only better.

Features include 1,250- and 1,500-gpm options with less friction loss than competitive monitors; geometrically optimized for deck gun and aerial applications; standard and severe duty application options; EXM Control Technology Package; and easy-to-use, two-way controls that allow wired or wireless operation. www.elkhartbrass.com. (800) 346-0250.

Ready Rack’s new LARGE-DIAMETER HOSE WINDER (LDHW). Wind 100-foot sections of LDH up to six inches wide in seconds. With the ability to steer the winder while rolling the hose, the LDHW turns winding into a one-person operation.

With no need to recharge batteries, downtime is drastically reduced. The LDHW drains the hose as you wind it, prolonging hose life. Reduces the risk of back injuries by limiting firefighter fatigue. www.readyrack.com. (800) 991-2120.

The new Airspace AI-1400 HYDROGEN CYANIDE MONITOR is the first portable monitor in the industry to offer five years of warranted service that also includes its sensor. And, since it’s based on AGS™ solid state technology, it requires no routine bump testing nor calibration.

Finally, this dangerous gas we are just beginning to understand presents one of our highest risks in the fire service can be affordably detected and avoided. For more information, visit www.airspaceinc.com or call (888) 654-5126.

The INNOTEX® INTERNAL HARNESS SYSTEM addresses major issues with internal harness products such as accelerated wear/tear of the moisture barriers/thermal liner and the difficulty in accessing the harness, making adjustments difficult. Most products offered are completely internal, but the INNOTEX® System is mostly external.

INNOTEX® system benefits include a more easily adjustable, mostly external belt that reduces wear and tear and internally added pass-through sleeves that protect the moisture barrier/thermal liner. www.innotexprotection.com. (888) 821-3121.

The Rosenbauer CROSSFIRE PUMPER features the new Rosenbauer Crossfire body on the Rosenbauer Commander 4000 chassis. The Crossfire is a new, extruded aluminum body with a lifetime transferable warranty, exclusively from Rosenbauer.

The Commander Crossfire Pumper also features a 65-inch cab length with an 11-inch raised roof, a laser-cut LED backlit grill, hot-dip galvanized frame rails, a Rosenbauer Green Star IRT 7.9-kW system, a Rosenbauer N 1,500-gpm PTO pump, a Rosenbauer LCS pressure governor, and a Rosenbauer lo-pro hydraulic ladder rack. www.rosenbaueramerica.com. (605) 543-5591.

Introducing the new C-1604 SHREDDER from POWER HAWK!! It slices through high-strength construction materials used in today’s new cars and trucks, making the rescuer’s job faster and more effective.

Extremely POWERFUL and uniquely VERSATILE, the POWER HAWK P-16 Rescue System uses aerospace gear technology and 12-VDC power (No hydraulics!). Features quick-change spreader and cutter attachments and 70° pivot of the powerhead! The P-16 Rescue Tool is certified by UL as compliant to NFPA 1936. www.powerhawk.com. (800) PWR-HAWK.

The Freightliner 114SD presents a tremendous opportunity for fire departments throughout North America. Now, you can own severe- duty performance without severe budget trauma. The 114SD offers a selection of powerful, efficient Cummins and Detroit engines so you can get the right amount of horsepower and torque for your needs.

Let the Freightliner 114SD save your department money while you save the day. That’s what it means to Work Smart. To learn more, visit www.FreightlinerTrucks.com. (503) 745-8000.

Globe’s STATION/WILDLAND BOOT. Worn for several years by members of the U.S. military as their combination everyday boot and urban interface firefighting boot, this is the one pair of boots you need to complement your structural firefighting boots.

With a cool and highly breathable AEROSPACER mesh lining and our light and flexible PREDATOR™ outsole, these 10-inch boots are black with a plain toe for everyday station wear. They include our composite components for added protection. www.globeturnoutgear.com. (800) 232-8323.

Hurst Jaws of Life®’s STRONGARM™ is a powerful, portable tool that is able to cut, lift, and spread. It can cut through 3⁄8-inch rebar, grade 43 chain, and 2 × 4 wood.

It is in protection class IP54 while weighing only 21.4 to 25.8 pounds, depending on attachments. Visit www.jawsoflife.com for more information. (800) 537-2659.

The Ziamatic CAN AND BAR HOLDER, MODEL QM-PMH-CB, secures both a cylindrical can up to 32 ounces (33⁄8-inch diameter) and a standard quart container, allowing you to safely store premix fuel and bar/chain oil together where you need it most.

Made with heavy-duty steel and aluminum. Powder-coated yellow for maximum durability and can protection. Lowers risk of rolling, denting, leaking, and puncturing inside the compartment. www.ziamatic.com. (800) 711-FIRE.

Ocala (FL) Fire Rescue has taken delivery of an E-ONE HPS 100 PLATFORM equipped with a 100-foot steel ladder with a 2.5:1 structural safety factor, a Cummins ISX12 500-hp engine with Jacobs compression brakes and an Allison EVS4000P transmission,

crisscross underslung outriggers with a 15-foot, six-inch jack spread, a Hale QMAX 2,000-gpm, a 300-gallon UPF Poly III water tank, and a center-mounted tunnel with 168 feet of ground ladders. www.e-one.com. (352) 237-1122.

Streamline hose operations while your firefighters work SAFELY with the RollNRack HOSE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM. No one rides on moving rigs to load hose. Rock heavy LDH rolls in or out of the units and load with just two firefighters-every time.

Our RollNRack Efficiency Package allows for simultaneous draining, rolling, and loading operations with minimal firefighters. The Power Roller will drain and roll a 100-foot length of five-inch LDH in less than 30 seconds! Made in the USA. www.rollnrack.com. (262) 363-2030.

Fire Soaps’ PPE DETERGENTS were specifically developed with the health and well-being of the emergency response community in mind. Our products safely and effectively clean, decontaminate, and sanitize bunker gear and ALL PPE ensembles.

All of our products are easy to use, eco-friendly, and surpass all NFPA 1851 requirements regarding cleaning detergents. Our Fire Wash detergent is the only third-party tested detergent proven to not harm bunker gear in the wash wheel. All products are proudly made in the USA. Visit firesoaps.com or call (718) 502-9577 for more information.

The simple and effective way to deploy Phos-Chek Class A foam/wetting agent is to use a Scotty Firefighter 4010 FOAM-FAST APPLICATOR.

Insert the solid cartridge, turn on the water, and make foam! PHOS-CHEK, the World Leader in Firefighting Foam for more than 50 years! www.scottyfire.com. (800) 214-0141.

Paratech’s MULTIFORCE AIR LIFTING BAG takes lifting to a whole new level. Integrating the latest technology with a unique understanding of lifting, Paratech’s patent-pending design ensures that the high lift of this system can get into the tightest places,

while the innovative remote lifting base keeps personnel safely away from the load when positioning. Learn more, watch videos, and request a demo at www.paratech.com/multiforce. (815) 469-3911.

Rescue 42’s HYDRANT-RUNNER™ provides an invaluable water resource to support fire response in rural and urban neighborhoods. This all-in-one unit contains everything needed to set up a 300-gpm pumping operation from neighborhood swimming pools, creeks, canals, or ponds.

One person can deliver, set up, and leave the system primed and running to quickly refill engines and water tenders/tankers. Visit www.ThePodRunner.com and watch the video to see how the Hydrant-Runner™ can help save homes in your community. (888) 427-3728.

“This Definitely Ain’t Your Father’s K-12 Anymore!” Cutters Edge new H2 SERIES ROTARY RESCUE SAWS are engineered to work in the most extreme fire rescue conditions. The new Dual-Air Intake engine is available in three sizes: 74cc, 94cc, and 119cc for 12-, 14-, and 16-inch blades.

Equipped with the Cutters Edge Black Diamond Blade, and now our new carbide-tipped BULLETBLADE®, the H2 Series Rotary Rescue Saws can cut virtually any material! www.cuttersedge.com. (800) 433-3716.

U.S. Digital Designs G2 ROOM REMOTE 2 is a next-generation, all-in-one station alerting peripheral that helps fire departments alert specific units or rooms with targeted dispatch messages. It comes with a built-in turnout timer and a 10.1-inch full-color high-resolution LCD touch screen display for immediate visual reinforcement of the alert.

With more readable area on the screen, the Room Remote 2 simultaneously shows dispatched units, incident information text and a turnout timer. http://usdd.com. (877) 551-USDD.

Darley has simplified the shopping and ordering process of NFPA 13D SPRINKLER PUMPS. Darley ships a fully assembled residential fire pump that meets all NFPA 13D requirements within 24 hours.

You work smarter, not harder. The StarterPaq is the only fully assembled NFPA 13D fire pump that is ready to install out of the box. www.StarterPaq.com. www.darley.com. (800) 323-0244.

If a sprinkler system doesn’t work properly because an unprotected FDC is clogged, broken or missing-firefighters, civilians, and the building could all be at risk.

Knox® offers secure FDC PLUGS AND CAPS that protect FDCs and will ensure a reliable water supply when your team needs it most. To learn more, visit knoxbox.com/fdcfe1. (800) 552-5669.

Fire Engineering Books & Videos25 TO SURVIVE: REDUCING RESIDENTIAL INJURY AND LODD by Dan Shaw and Doug Mitchell takes an in-depth look into the causes of line-of-duty deaths in residential building fires, and offers incident recommendations.

Captain Shaw’s and Lieutenant Mitchell’s book is designed to provide firefighters and fire officers “street proven” tips, techniques, and company-level drills that address and overcome the 25 most common errors that occur at residential building fires. www.fireengineeringbooks.com. (800) 752-9764. sales@pennwell.com.

A Work of Art! Cruise Master Engraving’s custom crafted WALNUT AXE STAND. Each axe stand is created individually, shaped and cut for only one axe. A unique expression of recognition for your personnel.

This piece is just one of our custom designed awards; see our Web site for more one-of-a-kind pieces: axes, bells, trumpets, clocks, plaques, glass, and acrylic awards. Cruise Master Engraving has been serving departments across the United States for more than 30 years! http://cruisemasterengraving.com. (888) 548-6834.

Paratech’s RESCUE SUPPORT SYSTEMS FOR STRUCTURAL COLLAPSE consist of a full array of vertical shoring equipment and raker shores. With the Absolute Raker, Paratech has the only fully mechanical raker shore available.

Absolutely no wood is needed for cross-bracing. Plus, Paratech’s wide assortment of aluminum alloy base and end plates offer unparalleled versatility in the widest range of collapse support situations. For more information, visit http://paratech.ws/feoct. (800) 435-9358.

The Right Protection. For more than 40 years, Phenix Technology, Inc. has provided the world with lightweight, comfortable, American-made FIRE HELMETS.

When looking for safety equipment make sure you have the right protection for your head. Make sure you wear a Phenix! www.phenixfirehelmets.com. (888) 347-7838.

Improve communication and hearing protection with SigtronicsSE-48 HEADSET. Features a microphone boom that rotates 180° for use on either side of the head as well as a hardened spring steel frame.

Slotted ear cups and PTT or RPTT switches are available options. SE-48 headsets offer comfort, performance, and flexibility. Combine with one of our voice activated intercoms for a complete system. www.sigtronics.com. (909) 305-9399.

Firecom’s new 500- SERIES WIRELESS HEADSETS keep command, crew, and dispatch in real-time communication with each other-completely hands-free. Monitor multiple radios at the same time and even connect Bluetooth devices to give you the most flexible apparatus communication solution available.

Turn on the new listen-through technology to hear traffic, warnings, or signals for complete situational awareness. The system is easy to install with fast, turn-on-and-go operation that’s unmatched in audio clarity, durability, and reliability. www.firecom.com. (888) 551-1392.

Hydraulics International, Inc. (HII) offers more than 39 years of pneumatic engineering experience in the design and manufacturing of a wide range of pneumatically and electrically driven PORTABLE AND STATIONARY BREATHING AIR AND OXYGEN BOOSTERS SYSTEMS.

Our products are proven, reliable, unsurpassed, and proudly made in the USA. Breathing air systems rated up to 10,000 psi are designed for fire stations and rescue and safety trucks. HII is the leading name in high-pressure breathing air and oxygen booster systems. Visit www.hiigroup.com for more information. (818) 407-3400.

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