EQUIPMENT DIGEST
LADDER ACCESS SYSTEM
The QUIC-LIFTTM ladder access system from Ziamatic Corp. enables firefighters to retrieve ladders from high side compartments of fire apparatus without heavy lifting. It automatically lowers any standard-size ladder for retrieval. The system includes two aluminum castings and Warner 12-volt linear actuators and is available with a control switch. Bata Shoe Co., Inc.’s HAZMAX chemicalresistant boots surpass the protective footwear requirements for NFPA 1991. They also exceed ANSI Z41-1983 Section 4 Standard for Electrical Hazard Footwear. It is available as an over-the-sock boot with a steel toe and midsole or as an overboot with adjustable nonconductive strap and snaps.
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EMERGENCY SPILL KIT
2SK Products’ Emergency Spill Kit is designed for fire departments. It provides a quick means of containing and cleaning up leaks and spills. It includes three absorbent socks. 11 absorbent pads, and three plastic disposal tags all stored in a refillable, waterresistant nylon tag. The Knox Co. offers the Sentralok 3600 System. Along with the Knox-Box Key Vault it gives one key access to subscriber’s facilities.
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PROTECTIVE GLOVE
An extended hand/wrist/arm protection available from Chem-Tex Corp. offers protection against chemical splash and burns with the #72-00 series butyl gloves and #75-00 neoprene-compound glove ring, The glove is available in various styles and thicknesses ranging from 7 millimeters to 35 millimeters, and offers elastic capabilities and flexibility.
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MOBILE RADIO
RE1.M Communications, Inc.’s RMI.60 is a 45channel, 60-watt, high-power, low-band mobile radio including features such as track tuning, Instant Priority™, and area scan.
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THERMAL IMAGING CAMERA
Xedar Corp.’s XS-416E Thermal Imaging Camera operates in the far infrared spectrum where ambient-temperature objects have their peak radiation, it is maintenance-free, operational within minutes of warm-up. weather-proof, and can be operated at temperatures from —4 to 131°F.
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CHEMICAL-RESISTANT BOOT
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KEY VAULT SYSTEM
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FIRE SERVICE SOFTWARE
Deacom Data Consultants offer FireMaster software for use with IBM’s AS/400 and System/3X. The package includes applications for dispatching and preplanning, incident and nonincident reporting, membership, fund drives, fire inspections, inventory, vehicle maintenance, and accounting. It is available for all states, and training, installation, and support are offered.
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COOLING VEST
Chem-Tex Corp.’s #77-00 Comfo Personal Cooling Vest for wear in extreme heat conditions can be adapted to be worn under Level A totally encapsulating suits. It is constructed of PVC and 210 denier nylon substrate and is designed for use with an air-supplied system. The air enters the vest through a vortex tube and is channeled out over the upper torso and around the neck area.
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SMOKE DETECTORS
Electro Signal Lab, Inc.’s 422 Series photoelectric, two-wire smoke detectors are UL Listed as compatible with the widely used Radionics Fire Alarm Control Panels as well as other manufacturers’ 12-volt control panels. Its features include a power/alarm indicator LED, low-current consumption, functional test capabilities that simulate smoke conditions, and a tamper-resistant hinged cover for easy maintenance.
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FUEL LINE
Titeflex Industrial Americas offers a flexible composite fuel line made of Teflon®. The multi-layered hose withstands temperatures ranging from -65°F to 450°F, handles pressures to 150 psi, and is compatible with all grades of motor fuel. It has a mid-layer stainless steel wire reinforcement, a conductive inner core to dissipate static electrical buildup, and an outer layer of smooth jacketing material.
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AIR COMPRESSOR/BATTERY CHARGER
Kussmaul Electronics Co., Inc.’s Pump Plus HO air compressor/battery charger system turns on automatically when the vehicle’s tank pressure drops below a minimum preset level, maintaining the air brake system as well as the vehicle’s batteries. It features a high-output 11 ampere dual battery charger.
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ALUMINUM GROUND LADDER TEST KIT
Ladder Technologies, Ltd.’s Aluminum Ground Ladder Test Kit includes a Barber Colman Impressor, 40 heat sensor labels, instructions for testing and interpreting the results, an adjusting wrench, two spare indenters, two test disks for calibration, and a carrying case.
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TWO-SHAFT TRANSFER CASES
Rockwell International offers two-shaft, single-speed transfer cases, including models T2120-RS, T-2120A-RS, and T-2120B-RS. They are designed for situations where rear-engine drive is used or reverse rotation is required for maintaining standard axle rotation. Features include magnetic drain plugs, integral lifting loops, and triple-lip sealing.
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PORTABLE RADIO
Ericsson GE Mobile Communications’ MTL 16PLUS features all-weather housing, a compact battery, field/PC programmability, and four special call buttons that can be preprogrammed for individual and/or group calls as well as radio-to-telcphone calls. It also has a 16-position selector knob that accesses any combination of 16 systems and/or groups in trunked or conventional functions for multimode capability.
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FIREFIGHTING HELMET
Cairns & Brother Inc.’s Classic 1000 firefighting helmet features a Kevlar®-reinforced fiberglass shell, an impact cap made of urethane foam, Shell ReleaseTM, and a full wraparound polycarbonate face shield. Nomex® ear (laps protect the ears and neck, and the standard Nomex® chin strap has a quickrelease buckle with Velcro™ stowage.
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