Black Diamond Footwear’s FIRE BOOTS, which include the X-BOOT (pictured), feature Ortholite footbeds, fire-retardant leather, and CROSSTECH® fabric. The only fire boot to have the American Podiatric Medical Association Seal of Approval for encouraging improved foot health, Black Diamond Footwear’s boots are designed with proven shoemaking technologies and construction. Using proprietary materials and firefighter input, Black Diamond Footwear’s boots meet NFPA 1971 standards. www.blackdiamondfootwear.com. (800) 459-5895.
SAFER Systems’ SAFER HOMELAND RESPONDER™ 1.1 (pictured) and HAZMAT RESPONDER™ 1.1 have been upgraded with over a dozen new enhancements, making the products easier to use and better for planning for, responding to, and conducting detailed postevent analyses of chemical emergency events. Both are designed to minimize the impact on human life, property, and commerce when an accidental or intentional release of toxic chemicals occurs. Enhancements include a more powerful Source Area Locator™ function that makes it simpler to locate the likely source area of a chemical release; improved sensor display functionality; and a new, specialized model that addresses combustion events and the dispersion and deposition of toxic substances. www.safersystemv10.com. (805) 383-9711.
Panasonic Solutions Company’s TOUGHBOOK U1 ULTRA combines the portability of a handheld computer, the benefits of a full Windows OS, the durability needed for enterprise applications, and a suite of available integrated features. Equipped with a TransflectivePlus display for up to 6,000 nit viewability in direct sunlight, 64GB solid state hard drive, 2 GB of memory, an Intel® Atom Processor (Z530 1.6Ghz), and Windows 7®. The device is ideal for highly mobile jobs. Features include Intel® Atom™ processor Z530 (1.6GHz), 5.6-inch WSVGA sunlight-viewable touchscreen, and circular polarizer with antiglare and antireflective screen treatments. www.toughbook.com. (800) 527-8675.
MSA’s PREMAIRE® CADET ESCAPE RESPONDER WITH ESCAPE CYLINDER AND APR CONVERSION FACEPIECE is a combination supplied-air respirator that offers small size, simplicity, and economy. Streamlined new design offers first-stage regulator and cylinder valve within one assembly that’s less likely to snag within tight spaces. Low-profile escape cylinders can be worn on right or left hip. Ultra Elite® Responder Pressure-Demand facepiece with APR conversion capability offers choice of sizes and nose cups. It is NIOSH approved as a combination supplied-air respirator and self-contained breathing apparatus. www.msanorthamerica.com. (800) MSA-2222.
Ziamatic Corp.’s PERSONAL GEAR/HELMET POUCH, MODEL PGP-1 is a PVC-coated polyester pouch that includes grommets for simple and secure mounting to most surfaces. Mount the pouch inside the crew compartment and quickly stow a helmet, gloves, small tools, or personal effects on the way to the scene. The large one-hand buckle is easy to use with or without gloves. NFPA 1901-09 compliant and third-party tested to nine g-force, it fits all current traditional and contemporary helmet styles. With no hard edges, the collapsible pouch is a safe and economical storage option. www.ziamatic.com. (800) 711-FIRE.
Cole Hersee’s VOLTAGE SENSING RELAY & TIMER (VSRT) is part of the FlexMod™ line of products. The FlexMod VSRT conserves the starting power of a vehicle battery by shutting off auxiliary loads when either starting voltage drops to a low level or a preset timer times out. Excessive battery discharge is a problem that is sometimes unavoidable, particularly for emergency vehicles. When a vehicle is left idling with active warning lights and other onboard loads, a battery deficit can still arise, and the emergency vehicle cannot be restarted. The FlexMod VSRT virtually eliminates the possibility of a vehicle’s not reaching the next emergency situation becuase of a dead battery. www.colehersee.com. (617) 268-2100.
Reelcraft’s Series 30000 line of heavy-duty CORD REELS keeps long lengths of expensive electrical cord off the ground and out of harm’s way. The reels are designed to handle long lengths of 10/3, 12/3, and 16/3 cable. Choose from bevel crank, hand crank, and electric motor-driven rewind. These industrious reels are constructed of heavy-gauge steel and assembled with vibration-proof, self-locking fasteners to ensure assembly integrity. They undergo a five-stage cleaning process and are individually powder-coated for the highest quality paint adhesion. www.reelcraft.com. (800) 444-3134.
Affiliated Computer Services, Inc.’s FHINSPECTOR FOR IPAD™ is the first application for the Apple iPad that improves the quality of fire inspections and allows information to be easily shared with firefighters, giving them access to critical data in an emergency. Part of the FIREHOUSE Software™ suite of offerings, this application combines the user-friendly iPad interface with GPS technology and the ability to better perform fire inspections and track key information such as building details, evacuation plans, and hydrant locations. The complete inspection solution with an iPad and application features GPS to determine a building’s location and other useful information for inspectors and firefighters. Available on the Apple iTunes Store for download. www.firehousesoftware.com. (800) 921-5300.
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