Chief Posts Apparatus Replacement Dates on Web

Chief Victor Voss of the Amherst (Wis.) Fire District wants everyone to know that the district operates a fleet of modern apparatus. As part of that effort, he has identified replacement dates for each of the apparatus and posted them on the Web.

FEMSA Announces Annual Survey
The Fire and Emergency Manufacturers and Services Association has announced its fourth annual State of the Fire Service Survey. Participants are eligible for a chance to win $5,000 worth of equipment for their department from any FEMSA member.

Apparatus
American LaFrance Releases 2007 Chassis
American LaFrance has released a 2007 Detroit Diesel engine package for its Eagle chassis. Announcements about other engines and chassis are expected to follow.

Miami-Dade County Buys Rosenbauer Aerials
Miami-Dade County (Fla.) Fire Rescue has ordered 14 Rosenbauer apparatus equipped with aerial ladders. It is part of a larger order expected to be placed over the next five years.

Summit Fire Apparatus Turns 50
Summit Fire Apparatus celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2007. The company built its first apparatus — a tanker for the Walton (Ky.) Fire Department — in 1957.

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 Remote-Control Intake Valve

Task Force Tips now offers a remote-controlled version of its recently introduced Jumbo Ball Intake Valve. It gives the same high flow and low pressure drop as the manual version, with the convenience of easier operation on apparatus designed with the intake located away from the pump panel.

Havis-Shields Offers New Ford Expedition Console
Havis-Shields has designed a center console to fit in most 2007 Ford Expedition models. The unit provides room to mount communications gear and equipment in command vehicles and other emergency units.

Kussmaul Develops Door Sensor for LED Lights
Kussmaul Electronics has developed an open door sensor for apparatus compartments equipped with low-current LED lights. The new Kussmaul Auto Current F-6 device is a simple and reliable way to warn vehicle operators that one or more compartment doors have not been fully closed.

Zico Improves Seatback SCBA Holder
Zico has introduced an improved version of its SCBA holder used to secure the cylinder within the back of cab seats.

NFPA Updates Standards
The National Fire Protection Association recently updated several standards for fire and rescue gear. Departments should be aware of these changes before they purchase new equipment.

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FEBRUARY 2007

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

Southwest EVT Conference
Feb. 26-March 2, Fort Worth, Texas
This annual conference is co-sponsored by the Texas Association of EVTs and the Oklahoma Association of EVTs. It is held at the Tarrant County College Fire Service Training Center and is expected to offer up to 30 classes covering all aspects of emergency vehicle maintenance. A special EVTCC test site has been arranged for those who pre-register with EVTCC.
Contact: Texas Association of EVTs; Mark Brochtrup, 972-462-5175

E-ONE EVTCC F-4 Exam Review Class
Feb. 26-March 2, Ocala, Fla.
A five-day class reviewing the subject matter covered on the EVTCC F-4 exam (fire apparatus electrical).
Contact: E-ONE, 352-861-3612

Pierce Command Zone (Rev. D) Class
Feb. 28-March 1, Appleton, Wis.
Provides instruction on component location, function, testing and troubleshooting of the Pierce Command Zone multiplex electrical system.
Contact: Pierce

MARCH 2007

E-ONE Electrical Two Service Training Class
March 5-9, Ocala, Fla.
A five-day class covering advanced electrical theory with emphasis on troubleshooting. It includes material on load management, transmission and engine interfaces, Jacobs engine brakes, Telma retarders, starting systems and pump interlocks. Prerequisites are either the E-ONE Electrical One class or the EVTCC F-4 certification.
Contact: E-ONE, 352-861-3612

Oregon Annual Fire Mechanics School
March 5-9, Salem, Ore.
Annual training school for fire apparatus and equipment mechanics.
Contact: Oregon Fire Apparatus and Equipment Mechanics Association, 503-397-7761

Waterous Mechanics Seminar
March 5-9, 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."

Drive to Survive: Preventing Fire Apparatus Crashes
March 10, Vandalia, Ohio.
This class will offer valuable instruction on safe apparatus operation.
Contact: Chris Daly, 610-960-7248; www.drivetosurvive.org

E-ONE EVTCC F8 Exam Review Class
March 12-16, Ocala, Fla.
A five-day class reviewing the subject matter covered on the EVTCC F-8 exam (fire apparatus hydraulic systems).
Contact: E-ONE; 352-861-3612

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