Air/Light Units Improve Efficiency, Safety
By Chris Cavette, In Service Senior Editor

Mobile air/light units are finding homes with fire departments across the county. These multifunctional vehicles provide breathing air, electrical power and area lighting to help emergency personnel work more efficiently and stay on the scene longer. They also can dramatically improve the safety of rescuers and victims alike in a variety of life-threatening situations.

KME Extends L.A. County Consortium Offer

KME is well into the delivery phase of a large apparatus order for Los Angeles County Fire Department. Several dozen add-on orders have already been received from other departments, and more are expected as the consortium purchase opportunity has been extended until September 2007.

Eugene Orders the First Pierce Velocity
Eugene (Ore.) Fire & EMS has ordered the first Pierce apparatus built on the new Velocity chassis. The order includes five pumpers and a 100-foot aerial platform. Delivery is scheduled to start in mid-2007.

FDIC to Offer Apparatus Safety Instruction
The annual FDIC Show and Conference is scheduled for April 16–21 in Indianapolis. This year's event includes instruction sessions to help departments improve apparatus safety on the road and at the scene.

Recent Apparatus Deliveries

Whenever a department writes the specifications for a new apparatus, part of the process should be to look at apparatus being delivered to other departments around the country. What are they specifying? Why did they select a particular chassis or component? How do they feel about their choices now that the apparatus are delivered?

Components
TFT Introduces High-Flow Intake Valve
The new Jumbo BIV from TFT features an oversize waterway and triple surface coatings to produce a corrosion-resistant ball intake valve that can deliver 2,000gpm with only 3psi friction loss.

Caterpillar Gets C13 and C15 Certification
Caterpillar received EPA certification for its C13 and C15 engines. The news follows an earlier certification for the C7 engine.

Hale Introduces New Portable Pump
The Hale HPX75-B11 MaxStream portable pump has been developed specially for the demands of firefighting situations. According to Hale, the higher pressures and light weight make this pump ideal for use in truck-mount applications or as a versatile portable pump.

Shop News
National EVT Fall Symposium Draws Good Turnout
The National EVT Fall Symposium, held in Daytona Beach during the week of October 23, drew over 50 technicians for the EVTCC review classes.

ConMet Offers CD-ROM Training
Consolidated Metco, known as ConMet, now offers an interactive training tool to help technicians work on ConMet PreSet hub assemblies.

JANUARY 2007

OKEVT Pressure Governor Review Clinic
Jan. 19, Tulsa, Okla.
This 3-hour session will review pressure governor operation and discuss troubleshooting of electronic engine throttles and pressure governors. Charlie Smith of FRC will conduct the clinic. Lunch is provided.
Contact: Oklahoma Association of EVTs, John Horton, 918-838-5034 or Robert Wilkerson, 405-297-1300;

FDSOA Apparatus Specification and Vehicle Maintenance Symposium
Jan. 21-24. Orlando, Fla.
This three-day event features presentations from industry and fire service experts on the latest developments in apparatus specifications and maintenance.
Contact: FDSOA

Waterous Mechanics Seminar
Jan. 22-26, South St. Paul, Minn.
A five-day, hands-on course covering the operation, maintenance and repair of Waterous pumps, transmissions and accessories. Class size is limited and reservations are required. No charge for the class, but students are responsible for their own travel, lodging and meals.
Contact: Visit www.waterousco.com and click on "Service & Training."

Fire-Rescue East Conference and Exposition
Jan. 26-27, Jacksonville, Fla.
Apparatus and equipment display at the Prime Osborn Center.
Contact: Florida Fire Chiefs Association

E-ONE EVTCC F2 Exam Review Class
Jan. 29-Feb. 2, Ocala, Fla.
A five-day class reviewing the subject matter covered on the EVTCC F-2 exam (fire apparatus design, performance and test standards, as well as preventive maintenance).
Contact: E-ONE, 352-861-3612

FEBRUARY 2007

E-ONE Aerial Two Training Class
Feb. 5-9, Ocala, Fla.
This five-day class covers the disassembly and re-assembly of E-ONE aerial devices. It also reviews troubleshooting techniques and maintenance tips to optimize the performance of aerials.
Contact: E-ONE, 352-861-3612

E-ONE Electrical One Service Training Class
Feb. 12-16, Ocala, Fla.
A five-day class covering basic electrical theory with emphasis on reading schematics, use of diagnostic readers and proper crimping techniques. It includes an overview of AC and DC systems with information on power distribution, load management and WABCO ABS/ATC.
Contact: E-ONE, 352-861-3612

Waterous Mechanics Seminar
Feb. 19-23, South St. Paul, Minn.
A five-day, hands-on course covering the operation, maintenance and repair of Waterous pumps, transmissions and accessories. Class size is limited and reservations are required. No charge for the class, but students are responsible for their own travel, lodging and meals.
Contact: Visit www.waterousco.com and click on "Service & Training."

Pierce Chassis Electrical Class
Feb. 26-27, Appleton, Wis.
An introductory course dealing with the basic (non-multiplex) Pierce electrical system found on Quantum, Saber, and Arrow models. Covers the location and function of the major electrical components.
Contact: Pierce

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