 TetraKO™ by EarthClean Corporation
TetraKO™ next generation water enhancer by EarthClean Corporation is a new, patented firefighting product that sticks to surfaces and can be pumped through standard fire equipment. TetraKO clings to trees, bushes and grasses. It has been positively evaluated by California Hotshot crews for wet fire line and fuel coating, knockdown, mop up, ease of use, and clean up. TetraKO has been certified as “ready biodegradable” – the highest level possible – by an independent research lab. Click here for more info...
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 The Home of Jerome
The Home of Jerome offers the J605 H2S analyzer, detecting H2S levels as low as 3 ppb with confidence. Gold film sensor technology results in long life expectancies. The large display, onboard data logging, auto zeroing and battery-powered sensor regeneration make it easy to use and maintain the instrument in the field.
Portable and Fixed Instrumentation | Rentals Available | Made in the USA. Click here for more info...
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 Cascade’s Foot Valves for Optimum Pump Function
Cascade Fire Equipment introduces its new foot valves and strainers in 1½” NH, 2” NPSH and 2½” NH threads. This lightweight valve is manufactured from hard anodized aluminum and has a reinforced stainless steel screen. A full flow spring loaded valve assures maximum flows with no restriction. Adhered to the end of suction hose for drafting, the valve assures that the pump does not loose its prime and holds its prime once the pump is turned off.
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 Efficient, Portable Fire Hose Roller
Moving, rolling and re-deploying fire hose in wildland situations can be a daunting and time consuming task. Effectively managing fire hoses in these circumstances is crucial. The Rookie SideKick is the most versatile power fire hose roller made. It comes with a receiver hitch adapter and also mounts easily on any ATV rack. It rolls fire hoses from three different directions without moving vehicle. Air and water are removed automatically during the rolling process. Click here for more info...
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 Best Wildfire Tools on Earth
These were engineered to give the wildland fire fighter versatility and effectiveness in any and all wildfire ecosystems. They are light, designed to get the fire fighter upright and comfortable. Once you feel them there is no going back to traditional single function tools. These things are geared to find a home in the fire dog's heart. Click here for more info...
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 Federal Wildland Firefighters Need PLI
FEDS Professional Liability Insurance for federal wildland firefighters provides the coverage necessary for civil lawsuits, criminal investigations, and/or job actions that are the result of inquiries into fire fatality, burnover or entrapment. Most federal firefighters are eligible for agency reimbursement up to half the cost of this policy for a net premium of $135 annually. Visit our website for common allegations of wrongdoing, real world scenarios, premium reimbursement instructions, and other important information.
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 Fire Boss LLC
Fire Boss has its first dual-pilot amphibious aircraft in action, reportedly outperforming the land-based AT802 aircraft by up to a 4:1 water delivery ratio. In September of 2008, Fire Boss certified the two seat AT-802 at 1,600-hp, with the AT-802A soon to follow. This certification makes the ruggedly built Fire Boss the most economical aerial firefighting solution.
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 FireQuick Flare Systems Now Available Direct
FireQuick incendiary flares and launchers are the premier choice for ignition operations. Firequick flares are rugged & robust, burning at 4000˚F, ensuring quick ignition of even the most difficult fuels. Employing a delayed remote ignition, FireQuick flares provide a superior life safety option than other ignition devices. Watch for the Firequick Launcher III introduction coming this summer! Firequick flares and launchers can now be purchased directly from the manufacturer! Click here for more info...
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 Interface Wildland, Fire-Rescue, EMS Coat
Crew Boss has redefined Interface - redesigning their coat for the special demands of Urban Interface operations by allowing freedom of movement while offering the very best in thermal protection. This coat is ideal for the urban or rural firefighter who must handle a wide range of Interface fire operations. Comfort, functionality, and protection are critical on the fire line and the accident scene, and this versatile garment delivers on all fronts. Visit TheFireStore.com for more details. Click here...
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 Fol-Da-Tank
Fol-da-tank Co. is the official, exclusive, worldwide distributor of the patented WaterHog helicopter drop bucket. The WaterHog exhibits superior design, ruggedness and ease of use with virtually no maintenance required. All electricals are permanently sealed and self-contained with standard multi-drop capability. Sizes range from 105 gallons up to 5,000 gallons. Fol-da-tank also offers several models of portable water tanks suitable for bucket dipping and rinsing. Fol-da-tank has manufactured equipment for the firefighting industry since 1954.
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 Hannay Reels ELF Series for Rescue
Hannay Reels now offers the ELF Series reel, designed for compact spaces on rescue vehicles where specific height requirements must be met.
• Takes up 70 percent less space than traditional reels while maintaining the same amount of hose or cable.
• Ideal for utility and breathing air hose in rescue applications
• Most compact reel available, yet does not sacrifice hose or cable life despite a smaller drum diameter. Click here for more info...
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 Husky’s Self Supporting Tanks
Husky Portable Containment offers both High-Side (Forestry Models up to 96” Tall) and Low-Side Self Supporting Models. Sizes from 100-50,000 gallon capacity (custom sizes available). Air Collar & Foam Floatation Collars available along with a variety of fittings are offered to fit your needs. Ask for Husky’s exclusive “EXLON™” Material for your next SST, EXLON™ is lightweight with incredible strength. For the ultimate material ask for Husky’s exclusive EXLON™. 1-800-260-9950/918-534-0002
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 From Fire to Decon and Back Again with Intelagard
Task your equipment, not the budget, to cover both fire suppression and decontamination operations. Intelagard systems are designed for both. It takes only minutes to change formulations from fire suppression to decontamination and back again. It’s like buying one and getting the other for free. Intelagard offers a full line of state-of-the-art compressed-air foam systems for fire suppression and decontamination. Click here for more info...
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 Kimtek FIRELITE™ ATV/UTV Skid Unit Build for Rugged Use
The FIRELITE FDH-11 is constructed of bright aluminum diamond plate with an aluminum tubing sub-frame. The unit features a stationary 5.5 HP Darley-Davey® two stage high pressure pump with stainless steel piping and brass valves; integrated 55 or 70 gallon poly tank with sight gauge and around the pump one inch line with shut off for water pack refill; and a Hannay series 4000 manual crank reel with 50 feet of one inch or 100 feet of 3/4 inch booster hose. Click here for more info...
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 Light-Weight Forestry Strainer
Kochek Company introduces a new highly compact and light weight Floating Strainer with a poppet style check valve for forest fire (wild fire) and other applications. The strainer is made using light-weight aluminum and is available with either a NH or NPSH female fitting. The strainer body has a unique self leveling full time swivel for use in any conditions. It can be ordered in custom powder coated colors.
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 Mattracks Can Meet Your Most Challenging Needs
Mattracks gives four-wheel-drive vehicles the ultimate off-road capabilities. When response is crucial, Mattracks can get you there. Don’t let anything get in your way. Mattracks provides mobility and traction in mud, sand, snow, swamps and rough surfaces. Mattracks conversion systems are the most technologically advanced, independent, rubber track systems found anywhere in the world.
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 Highest Quality Wildland Skid Units
“National Fire Fighter Corp. has been building mobile attack slip-in units for 16 years. Built using the highest quality parts and equipment and priced competitively, units come in standard sizes or can be built to order. Building your own? Get your custom polypropylene tank from National Fire Fighter Corp. 800-423-8347 www.nationalfirefighter.com.”
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 Owyhee Group Companies
Owyhee Group Companies is a manufacturer of wildland firefighting and military gear sold under the Initial Attack™ label. Serving the federal, state and local governments, as well as private contractors for 30 years, our Initial Attack™ products are proudly made in the USA. We are also a distributor of approximately 4,000 different items representing 40 manufacturers on our two GSA Schedules (GS-07F-0370M and GS-07F-5531P).
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 New Brush Removal Tool
The Ratchet Rake is a patented attachment which quickly connects to tractor and skid loader buckets. It rips out vegetation, brush and small trees without scraping up top soil like conventional dozer blades. When operated perpendicular to the slope of an incline, the angular teeth produce furrows which decrease soil erosion as well as promote new seed germination. Three sizes are available at over 500 Tractor Supply Company stores starting at $299.99. See video at website. Click here for more info...
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 New Tools for your Fire Ignition Tool Box
Recognizing the need for modernized solutions for prescribed and controlled burning, SEI Industries developed the Dragon product line to meet today’s requirements for increased safety, reliability and performance in the field. The Dragon product line offers fire and land management agencies new alternatives for aerial and ground ignition with the improved ability to dispense delayed chemical ignition devices – known as Dragon Eggs – over vast areas of land. Click here for more info...
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 Pack Shack’s Knee Board
Pack Shack’s Knee Board is a perfect writing surface when flying and organizing your notes. The inside provides a zippered pocket, two clear panels for maps and charts and five pen/pencil loops. The Knee Board has a compact tri-fold design and is secured with a two inch strap with Velcro. Measures at 11 ½” x 7” closed and 11 1/2" x 20" open. Order yours today at firecache.com or call us at 800-839-0821.
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 True North Chain Saw Pack
This unique design holds the saw in next to your center of gravity and prevents it from bouncing or swinging and loads and unloads in seconds. Pack comes with three drawstring pockets for fuel, water, and other essentials; a Next Generation fire shelter case; and an axe scabbard, which you can position anywhere. Also includes ultra-thick dual-density foam waist belt and harness, and a leather shoulder pad. Get yours today! Click here for more info...
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 GelTech Solutions® has Developed FireIce®
By enhancing one of the Earth's most precious resources, GelTech Solutions® has developed FireIce®, a product that has the potential to rewrite current firefighting tactics that are currently in use. FireIce®, is a state of the art water enhancing fire suppressant that is currently being employed by firefighters, first responders and military both domestically and internationally. Batch mix it, apply it inline, store it for a decade or more. Remember: Water Tames Fire…FireIce® Kills It!
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 The Benchmark of Excellence
WATERAX by Wildfire is a full line of lightweight high pressure portable fire pumps whose origins date back to 1925 when Watson Jack & Co. pioneered a powerful 200 psi portable fire pump called the WAJAX. These strong roots coupled with decades of know-how helped produce the modern Mark-3® unit—the most renowned of the WATERAX pumps—which has been established as the most trusted fire pump in forest firefighting today. The time-tested quality, reliability, and durability of WATERAX pumps are what make them the benchmark of excellence in forestry water handling systems. Click here for more info...
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 Champion of Durability
HOTLINE by Wildfire is a full line of Niedner forestry hoses that have been equipping forestry water handling systems since 1895. The expertise resulting from this centennial journey has led to the continual offering of wide range of distinctive woven-jacketed hose products that set the bar for excellence.
The Hotline® model, the premium hose of the HOTLINE by Wildfire family, was designed in the 1980s to sustain the high pressure of the Mark-3® fire pumps while enduring rugged environment conditions. It quickly became the most popular and trusted premium layflat forestry hose in North America. Its abrasion resistance makes it the champion of durability in the field.
HOTLINE by Wildfire offers a full line of fire hoses that are an essential part of superior water handling systems. Click here for more info...
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 Wildland Compliant Wheel Choc
Model AC-32-W. Rows of rugged teeth grip virtually all surfaces including dirt, loose gravel and other off-road debris. High tensile strength aluminum construction. Large rear-opening hand grip. NFPA 1906-06 compliant and third-party tested for wildland firefighting. Works with standard choc holders for convenient storage. Also available: wildland adapters for folding wheel chocs. Click here for more info...
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