Fire Equipment Digest
Portable Pump
Waterous Company has improved its PB11 series of portable pumps by adding a spark arresting muffler and liquid-filled gage as standard equipment.
These pumps are powered by a 4-cycle, 11-hp engine. The series offers a choice of mounting bases, and some pumps have capacities to 310 gpm.
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Stretchers
Direct Safety Company has introduced two stretcher products to its line of rescue and medical equipment.
The first is an aluminum orthopedic scoop-type stretcher curved into a gently concave bed. The stretcher may be separated or joined at the ends by means of a patented automatic end latch hinge. Stretcher length is adjustable from 65¼ to 79¼-inches. Buckle-type nylon restraint straps are included.
The second product is a combination stretcher and wheelchair with an aluminum frame. It has 6-inch wheels and can fold flat to convert to a full-length stretcher.
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Chain Saws
Husqvarna has introduced the Deluxe, Firefighter and Standard models, a trio of Husky 34 chain saws, each weighing less than nine pounds (less bar and chain.)
The Husky 34 has a 34-cc, 2-cycle, 7500rpm engine. The Deluxe model has a safety brake designed to ensure operator protection. Both the Firefighter and Standard models have a Windsor lo-kick safety chain to guard against kickback hazards.
The Deluxe and Firefighter are available with either 14 or 16-inch bar while the Standard model has a 12 or 14-inch bar.
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Blood Pressure Instrument
Advance Equipment Sales, Inc. has developed a digital electronic blood pressure unit that has three functions: systolic, diastolic and pulse.
The unit weighs less than 1½-pounds and is powered by either batteries or an AC adapter.
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Two-Way Radio
Wilson Electronics, Inc. has introduced the Citi-Com II, an FM mobile two-way radio, available in 60 watts low band, 40 watts VHF or 35 watts UHF. An AC power supply and a desktop mike allow the unit to be used as a base station.
Weighing 4¾-pounds, the radio has a sensitivity of .5u for 20dB quieting, frequency stability of +.0005 percent from —30 to +60°C. The Citi-Com II has four channel capability.
Options include: decoders, CTCSS, base and mobile antennas, channel scanner, base station adapter and mounting hardware.
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Warning Light
SOS Lighting Devices has developed a portable emergency flashing-warning light that sticks.
Designed for emergency vehicle use, the Magna-Mount warning light has a 12-foot coil cable that plugs into a lighter receptacle. The 80-pound pull magnetic base is complete with shock-absorbing rubber pad. Available with strobe, quartz or incandescent illumination, Magna-Mount lights utilize 8-inch diameter x 4½-inch, and a dome lens is available in amber, red, blue or clear. The light produces up to 1 million candlepower with a strobe light drawing 1.25 amps; 400,000 candlepower with halogen light source drawing 4.5 amps; or 200 candlepower incandescent at 3 amps.
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Liquid Gage
Span Instruments, Inc. announces the Subz-II, a freeze proof pressure gage. It incorporates a “floating isolator” within the socket of the gage itself which allows the Bourdon tube and socket to be filled with a freeze proof fluid. The system allows the service pressure to be transmitted to the tube while isolating it from service media that can freeze, thus preventing damage to the gage. This freeze proof option is available in 2½, 3½ and 4½-inch sizes in ranges to 1000 psi.
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Air Compressors
A line of Sweet Air oil-free air compressors has been introduced by RIX Industries for filling breathing apparatus cylinders. Self-lubricating composition piston rings need no conventional lubrication, so the possiblity of oil-mist and carbon monoxide contamination from crankcave oil is averted.
Portable units weigh between 95 and 145 pounds. Air flows of 2.5 and 5 scfm at 3300 to 4500 psi are offered with a choice of gas, electric, or diesel drive.
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Rubber Boot
Servus Rubber Company has introduced lightweight Firestrides boots. They are made of strong materials and have a specially designed last. Thus, weight is removed from the boot while maintaining safety and comfort standards.
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Sealing Agent
Construction Aids Technology, Inc., has developed Plug ‘N Dike, a non-toxic granular material which when mixed with water, forms a seal to control hazardous spills.
This material is a combination of high water-absorption polymer in a bentonite base, capable of absorbing over 300 times its own weight in water. It can plug a leak under a 12 to 15-foot head of liquid.
This mixture can also be poured into a small dike to divert or contain a spill.
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Circular Saw
A water-powered circular saw, the Water-Saw, has been introduced by Amfire Industries, Inc. It is water-powered and eliminates the hazards created by the presence of gasoline or electrical sparks.
Designed for venting, forcible entry, vehicular and air crash rescue, and hazardous environments, the 12-inch saw cuts wood, metal, and reinforced masonry. A circular saw blade is available for masonry built-up roofs. The saw is available as a complete unit, weighing 21-pounds, with power source and accessories or as a modular unit to attach to a water turbine. It operates off a 1½-inch line from a pumper with 35 gpm at 200 psi engine pressure.
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Projector/Tape System
Creatron, Inc. has introduced Cinemasound 3000, a Kodak ektagraphic slide projector with a built-in cassette system.
Weighing 19 pounds and measuring 11 x 6 x 19 inches, the projector, tape deck, and synchronization pulse generator are combined in one unit, complete with a case and screen built into the cover.
Sound is provided by a 15-watt PMP amplifier and dual speakers. The unit also has a built-in public address system.
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Alternators
The Leece-Neville company has introduced a six-unit line of standardized 8050A series of alternators.
The models cover voltages from 14 to 28 volts and 75 to 140 amps.
All models have built-in rectifiers, terminal blocks, and enclosed slip rings and brushes. All units can be used in positive or negative ground systems and certain models feature low cut-in.
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