• Wide Availability: Available from many apparatus manufacturers.
• Rugged Construction: Designed to operate in a tough environment.
• Versatile Display: Color display is easy to view and use.
• Simplified Maintenance: Display can also show faults in the system to help troubleshoot.
• Expansion Capability: Readily re-programmed to change functions or install future new components.

Rosenbauer Introduces T-Rex Aerial Platform

Rosenbauer now offers the T-Rex, a 102-foot articulating aerial platform that allows fire departments to decrease set-up time and increase firefighter safety when accessing parapet roofs or performing difficult below-grade rescues from bridges and waterways.

American LaFrance Opens Anniversary Registration
American LaFrance has created a Web page to provide information and registration for its upcoming 175th anniversary celebration, which will coincide with the grand opening of the company's new headquarters.

Medtec Has Redesigned Web Site
The new site meets the needs of EMTs and paramedics by providing detailed product specifications for the Medtec full line of ambulances with a quick and easy drop-down of each model directly from the home page.

Wolverine Adds Two Dealers
Wolverine Fire Apparatus of Union City, Mich., signed on two new dealers to represent them in Texas, Virginia, West Virginia and portions of North Carolina.

Recent Deliveries for July

Whenever a department writes the specifications for a new apparatus, part of the process should be to look at the apparatus being delivered to other departments around the country.

Components
Akron Brass Launches New Web Site
With a primary focus on simplicity and ease of use, while at the same time providing a dynamic repository of useful information, Akron Brass incorporated several new tools and resources into the site.

Bainbridge Island Shop Truck is an Oldie but Goodie

The shop truck for the Bainbridge Island (Wash.) Fire Department is a 28-year-old model now in its second life of service with the department.

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 a monthly 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.

Spartan 2007 Fire Truck Training Conference
Aug. 5-9, Lansing, Mich.
A comprehensive fire apparatus conference covering the specification and maintenance of engines, electrical systems, steering, tires, wheel seals, brakes, automatic transmissions, pumps and much more. EVTCC testing on the last day for those who pre-register with the EVT Certification Commission.
Contact: Spartan Chassis

Hale Pump Maintenance and Operations Seminar
Aug. 6-10, 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 Review for EVTCC F6 Allison Transmission Test
Aug. 7-10, Ocala, Fla.
This four-day class reviews the subject matter covered on the EVTCC F6 certification test.
Contact: E-ONE, 352-861-3612

Pierce CAFS and Husky Maintenance
Aug. 20-21, Appleton, Wis.
Reviews the maintenance procedures for the Pierce foam systems.
Contact: Pierce

Pierce Chassis Electrical Class
Aug. 20-21, 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

E-ONE Review for EVTCC F5 Aerial Maintenance Test
Aug. 20-24, Ocala, Fla.
This five-day class reviews the subject matter covered on the EVTCC F5 certification test.
Contact: E-ONE, 352-861-3612

Hale Pump Maintenance and Operations Seminar
Aug. 20-24, 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

Pierce TAK-4 Independent Front Suspension Maintenance
Aug. 22, Appleton, Wis.
Covers basic principles of the Pierce TAK-4 system and the proper maintenance, troubleshooting and repair procedures.
Contact: Pierce

Pierce Command Zone Training Class
Aug. 22-23, Appleton, Wis.
Instruction on the components and troubleshooting techniques for the Pierce Command Zone Rev. D multiplex electrical system. Participants should have a thorough understanding of truck electrical systems and a working knowledge of Microsoft Windows 95/98.
Contact: PierceContact: Pierce Manufacturing; http://www.piercemfg.com/company/training.cfm

Apparatus Maintenance Workshop
Aug. 22-23, Atlanta, Ga.
Training workshop as part of the Fire-Rescue International preconference sessions. Presentations include a review of the new NFPA 1911 standard, bio-diesel fuels, braking systems and several others.
Contact: International Association of Fire Chiefs

E-ONE Electrical Two Service Training Class
Aug. 27-31, 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

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