Winter Park, Medtec Design Safer Ambulance

Winter Park Fire Rescue, Fla., decided to redesign the interior of its latest two ambulances to significantly improve the efficiency of the operation and the safety of the medics.

Pierce Says Previous Damage Caused Aerial Accident
Pierce Manufacturing Inc. reported that the Pierce 100-foot medium-duty aerial ladder involved in an accident with the Boston Fire Department on Feb. 20 had been damaged in one or more previous incidents. Pierce believes this damage led to the malfunction.

PolyBilt Bodies Hold Tough In Florida
After three years of service, PolyBilt bodies continue to hold tough for Marion County Fire-Rescue in central Florida. Delivered in 2004, the RescuPak and PolyPak bodies provide the county with maximum firefighting and rescue capabilities at a fraction of the cost.

Foster Rescue Delivers Emergency Units to Oklahoma
Foster Rescue delivered eight technical rescue trailers to the Oklahoma Department of Homeland Security for use in disaster management throughout the state.

New Deliveries
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
Castrol Oil Now Exceeds 2007 Requirements
The new oil formulation exceeds the API CJ-4 specs for 2007 EPA-certified engines, including the Cummins ISM specification for soot-related wear. It is backward-compatible, which means it can be used on pre-2007 engines as well.

Raydan Achieves Canadian Registration
As listed on Transport Canada's Web site, Raydan Manufacturing Ontario, a division of Raydan Manufacturing Inc., is registered for final stage, body and equipment; final stage, GAWR/GVWR increase; final stage, wheelbase alterations; intermediate stage, body and equipment; and intermediate stage, GAWR/GVWR increase.

National Fire Fighter Has New Catalog
The catalog contains a variety of equipment and supplies for rural and wildland firefighting, including a complete range of custom slip-on pump and tank units.

Fol-Da-Tank Upgrades Tanks
Fol-Da-Tank has released a new safety attachment for its folding-frame water tanks to keep personnel from pinching their fingers and hands at the folding points.

Shop News
Florida EVT Event to Have Celebrity Speaker
Dave McBride of Speed Television's "2 Guys Garage" will speak during the National EVT Training Academy banquet in May.

Shop Truck Photos Wanted
If you are proud of your department's mechanic truck, fuel truck, tire truck, wrecker or other maintenance-related vehicle, we'd like to feature it in an issue of In Service Online.

Color prints or digital images are welcome. E-mail In Service Senior Editor Chris Cavette at cavettes@ix.netcom.com for details.

MARCH

Waterous Mechanics Seminar
March 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."

E-ONE Multiplex Electrical System
March 20-22, Ocala, Fla.
A three-day class reviewing the E-ONE multiplex electrical system operation, components and troubleshooting.
Contact: E-ONE; 352-861-3612

Mid-America Trucking Show
March 22-24, Louisville, Ky.
This annual show covers more than 1 million sq. ft. and is the largest display of commercial trucks and truck products in America. See the latest commercial chassis, engines, transmissions and other components.
Contact: Mid-America Trucking Show

E-ONE EVTCC F5 Exam Review Class
March 26-30, Ocala, Fla.
A five-day class reviewing the subject matter covered on the EVTCC F-5 exam (fire apparatus aerial maintenance).
Contact: E-ONE; 352-861-3612

APRIL

California Fire Mechanics Academy
April 2-6, Sacramento, Calif.
This annual training event for fire mechanics and emergency vehicle technicians features a wide variety of classes. A vendor show and EVTCC special test session are scheduled during the week.
Contact: California Fire Mechanics Academy

E-ONE EVTCC F6 Exam Review Class
April 3-6, Ocala, Fla.
A four-day class reviewing the subject matter covered on the EVTCC F-6 exam (fire apparatus Allison transmissions).
Contact: E-ONE; 352-861-3612

Pierce Aerial Maintenance Class
April 9-10, Appleton, Wis.
Instructs mechanics on the repair and maintenance of Pierce aerial ladders and platforms. Covers system familiarization, inspections and a review of the multiplexed electrical system.
Contact: Pierce

Pierce TAK-4 Independent Front Suspension Maintenance
April 11, Appleton, Wis.
Covers basic principles of the Pierce TAK-4 system and the proper maintenance, troubleshooting and repair procedures.
Contact: Pierce

Pierce CAFS and Husky Maintenance
April 11-12, Appleton, Wis.
A two-day course to instruct mechanics on the basic repairs and maintenance of these foam systems, including the electrical and hydraulic systems associated with them.
Contact: Pierce

Hale Pump Maintenance and Operations Seminar
April 16-20, Conshohocken, Pa.
Includes instruction on pump design, construction, components, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and testing. The first day includes optional instruction on CAFS; the last day includes an optional EVTCC test for those who have made prior arrangements with the EVT Certification Commission.
Contact: Hale Products

Waterous Mechanics Seminar
April 16-20, 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 Department Instructors Conference
April 16-21, Indianapolis
This is possibly the largest and best-attended fire service conference and trade show in the United States. Many manufacturers unveil new products at the show.
Contact: FDIC

E-ONE Electrical Two Service Training Class
April 23-27, Ocala, Fla.
A 5-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

Hale Pump Maintenance and Operations Seminar
April 23-27, Conshohocken, Pa.
Includes instruction on pump design, construction, components, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and testing. The first day includes optional instruction on CAFS; the last day includes an optional EVTCC test for those who have made prior arrangements with the EVT Certification Commission.
Contact: Hale Products

E-ONE Aerial One Training Class
April 30-May 4, Ocala, Fla. This 5-day class covers the basics of E-ONE aerial maintenance.
Contact: E-ONE, 352-861-3612

Waterous Mechanics Seminar
April 30-May 4, 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."

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