First-class products


American LaFrance, LLC, one of America’s earliest and best-known brands, has supported our nation’s emergency and fire services for over 174 years. Headquartered in South Carolina, American LaFrance integrates the foremost technologies in chassis design, fire pumps and pumpers, aerial units and ladder towers, tankers, rescue trucks and the MedicMaster ambulance line.


Serving the nation’s emergency and fire service since 1832, American LaFrance has become a well-respected leader in the industry. American LaFrance is recognized for safety, innovation, reliability and quality. This tradition continues even stronger today in all of our products which meet both patient and crew needs in safety and comfort.

American LaFrance is proud to have some of the best minds and imaginations in the industry, and we have consolidated this trust under one umbrella in order to create a whole new dimension of customization and quality.

Our products incorporate convenience, reliability, and solid design all based on state-of-the-art technologies and they display a classic beauty and rugged durability, inside and out.

Our advanced capabilities permit us to excel at virtually every vehicle combination and at every stage of the manufacturing process – from design to finished product and beyond. In addition, our multiple manufacturing facilities enable us to focus on specific products and materials, and permits flexibility and quick response to customer needs.

We utilize some of the most advanced methods in our manufacturing process, such as, state-of-the-art fabrication tools, an expert Design and Documentation Team that includes 3-D modeling, computer simulations, parts documentation and installation drawings, and adherence to best industry standards, including ISO certification planning and a strict regimen of quality inspection benchmarks. Our order fulfillment System (OFS) ensures prompt, smooth delivery, and commitment to Quality Control that extends to full ISO certification and QIT teams who support continuous improvement

Additionally, our commitment extends far beyond the sale with a comprehensive service and parts support program including a Regional Parts Distribution Center offering same-day shipments, trained and certified Emergency Vehicle Technicians, regional field service, and warranty electronic data submittal & processing

PRODUCT OFFERING

American LaFrance offers both custom and commercial chassis options with fully customized bodies or the pre-designed solutions offered by the Liberty Series. The full range of products includes:

Pumpers: Our pumpers feature stainless steel or aluminum construction, independent pump modules, and polypropylene water tanks. Choose from F-Class Stainless Steel, F-Class Mid-Engine, L3 Class Formed Aluminum, and E-Class Extruded Aluminum.

Wildlands: The ultimate in versatility, adaptability, and performance. Choose from E-Class Fastak, E-Class Unimog

Tankers: American LaFrance tankers feature large capacity long -life polypropylene water tanks and spacious compartments for portable tanks and other gear. Product offering includes E-Class Elliptical and E-Class T-Tank.

Aerials: Our line of aerial products features some of the highest tip-load capacities in the industry. Product offering includes, Tractor Drawn Aerial, Rear-Mount Platform, Mid-Mount Platform, Rear-Mount Ladder, Mid-Mount Ladder, Squrt, and Telesqurt.

Rescues: Our Rescue units are designed with equipment in mind providing ample storage compartments. Products include RescueMaster Walk Around, RescueMaster Walk In, and RescueMaster Mobile Command.

Ambulances: Our MedicMaster Ambulances provide some of the industry’s most advanced designs. Products include MedicMaster Medium Duty ambulance on a commercial chassis, available in 2-door, extended, and crew cab configurations.

STANDING THE TEST OF TIME

Throughout its 174-year history, American LaFrance has built a legendary reputation as the world’s most acclaimed manufacturer of fire and emergency apparatus.

To learn more about the complete American LaFrance line of products visit us on the web at www.americanlafrance.com or call us at 1-888-253-8725.

American LaFrance, LLC
8500 Palmetto Commerce Parkway
Ladson, SC 29456

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