Elkhart Brass, a Safe Fleet Brand

Elkhart Brass, a Safe Fleet Brand

1302 W Beardsley Ave
Elkhart, IN 46514
United States
574-295-8330
800-346-0250
574-293-9914
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Elkhart Brass, a Safe Fleet Brand

Elkhart Brass is the industry's most experienced manufacturer of innovative firefighting and fire protection equipment. We manufacture more than 2,000 products used in virtually every aspect of fire fighting. Our products are found in fire departments around the world, building systems and off-shore drilling sites, as well as in military, marine and industrial firefighting applications.

Well known for its commitment to quality, value and customer service, Elkhart celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2002. In 2015, Elkhart Brass was acquired by Safe Fleet creating the leading global provider of safety solutions for fleet vehicles. The combination of Elkhart Brass with FRC and FoamPro enables the company to develop integrated systems of monitors, valves, foam proportioning and electronic controls for the global emergency market.

Headquartered in Belton, MO, Safe Fleet owns a portfolio of brands that provide increased functionality and integrated solutions for fleet vehicle manufacturers and operators around the world. These brands serve six major markets including: Emergency, Military and Industrial, Work Truck, Waste, Truck and Trailer, and Bus/Rail/RV. With more than 1000 employees, the Safe Fleet family of brands operates over 500,000 square feet of manufacturing space and targets markets with increasing demand for operator, passenger and pedestrian safety. For more information about Safe Fleet please visit www.safefleet.net.

Elkhart Brass still operates at its original site in Elkhart, Indiana. In addition to manufacturing and management, the location also houses product research and development, engineering, and product testing.

Products

Ram Xd
The RAM XD Rapid Attack Portable Monitor from Elkhart Brass can be easily deployed by a single firefighter to flow up to 500 gpm fast!
Feb. 1, 2023
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The XD Series Nozzle Line from Safe Fleet takes the industry standard for handline nozzles to a whole new level.
Feb. 4, 2022
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Customize your apparatus with the newest member of the Elkhart Brass monitor lineup – CobraMax!
Jan. 5, 2022
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The BrushHawk has a swing radius of 6.9 inches and a stow height of 11.2 inches and is designed for limited bumper space on brush apparatus.
The BrushHawk electric monitor can flow up to 500 gpm and is designed for limited bumper space on brush and wildland fire apparatus.
Oct. 18, 2019
Manual Extender W Stinger
The Elkhart Brass Manual extender provides you all of the stream elevating advantages of the Electric Extender, but in a cost-effective manual option
July 24, 2018
POD Cobra EXM Feb 18 5a6ba3b6545fe
The powerful (1,500 gpm) yet compact (16-inch stow height and only 32 pounds) Cobra EXM is the ultimate solution for your master stream needs.
Jan. 30, 2018
Jerry Knapp of the Rockland County Fire Training Center talks about why he depends on Elkhart products in training and on the fireground. "Our nozzles have to work every time ...
June 11, 2012
ELKHART BRASS has introduced the HERO Pipe high-rise system, designed to address the unique challenges of fires in skyscrapers and tall buildings beyond the reach of ladder trucks. The system enables firefighters to deliver a high volume of water at the point of attack from the exterior of the floor below. It can be set up for action in as little as three minutes with a two-person team. Once the proper attack points have been determined, the aluminum manifold is secured to the exterior of the floor below the incident. The telescopic waterway is made of anodized aluminum and is capable of delivering large volumes of water. Combined with Elkhart’s Sidewinder EXM monitor, a targeted stream can be directed by remote control.
ELKHART BRASS has introduced the HERO Pipe high-rise system, designed to address the unique challenges of fires in skyscrapers and tall buildings beyond the reach of ladder trucks...
April 7, 2011

Press Releases

Elkhart Brass
The XD Intake stands out for its ability to minimize pressure loss during crucial high flow rates, ensuring firefighters have a swift and reliable water supply.
This heavy-duty valve, engineered to regulate water supply intake to your pump, combines a robust design with cutting-edge technology.
April 16, 2024
Safe Fleet
Safe Fleet: announces the addition of Dan Tyrrell as Product Specialist – Foam Products.
Dan Tyrrell will focus on supporting all the Safe Fleet foam products including Foam Pro, FRC, and Elkhart foam products..
July 18, 2023
Safe Fleet
Eric Combs has been promoted to Senior Vice President, Fire, EMS & Industrial (FEI).
Eric Combs replaces Toh Meng who starts his transition into partial retirement.
July 10, 2023
Will Turcios Headshot
Will Turcios returns to the company to lead the product lines and be responsible for the products from “Cradle to Grave”.
June 21, 2023
David Hawkins 208
David Hawkins will be responsible for business development in the United States, except for New Mexico, Texas, Louisiana & Mississippi.
June 13, 2023
Nick Novotny
Nick Novotny will be responsible for launching new products, developing go-to-market plans, and other critical functions.
Oct. 13, 2022
Matt Butcher (l) and Brad Bay
Matt Butcher is the new southern regional sales manager and Brad Bay has been named municipal product manager at Elkhart Brass.
Sept. 22, 2022
Jeff Platt Headshot
Jeff Platt has joined the company as the Atlantic Regional Sales Manager.
June 8, 2022
Bill Eletto
Safe Fleet Fire, EMS, and Industrial is excited to announce the addition of Bill Eletto as Northeast Regional Sales Manager.
Nov. 5, 2021
Cobra Max Red 096 Edit
Featuring all the power and performance of the Cobra EXM2 monitor, the CobraMax adds a combination cowling and lighting kit for customized personalization.
June 30, 2021

Videos

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Jerry Knapp of the Rockland County Fire Training Center talks about why he depends on Elkhart products in training and on the fireground. "Our nozzles have to work every time ...
June 11, 2012
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Jerry Knapp of the Rockland County Fire Training Center talks about why he depends on Elkhart products in training and on the fireground. "Our nozzles have to work every time ...
June 7, 2012

Blogs

Photo by Joe McQueeney, North Haverhill (N.H.) Fire Department
Hose leaks happen occasionally making it a perfect time to go shopping for new stuff.
Fire departments shouldn't consider purchasing a chore. Firefighters should enjoy the process and recognize it as chance to try out new stuff and have some fun.
June 12, 2013
Dave Fornell Jr.
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An oxymoron is a figure of speech that combines contradictory terms. Some examples are "authentic replica," "boneless ribs" and "fresh prunes."Two of my favorites are "free with...
Sept. 19, 2012

News

Elkhart Brass
Elkhart Brass Releases Electric Xtender for Hoselines
Designed for demanding fire apparatus applications, the Electric Xtender features rapid deployment and dual-position water flow for efficient firefighting operations.
June 2, 2026
Ryan Baker/Firehouse
The Fire Service Scoop: CSFI Awards, Pierce Manufacturing Appointment and More Fire Service Updates
The Fire Service Scoop brings fire service updates that include Elkhart Brass winning "Coolest Thing Made in Indiana and one of Dräger's SCBA's being available in the United States...
Feb. 13, 2026
Elkhart Brass
Elkhart Brass Wins 'Coolest Thing Made IN Indiana' Contest
Elkhart Brass’s XD Glow-in-the-Dark Smooth Bore Nozzle has been crowned the 2025 "Coolest Thing Made in Indiana."
Feb. 6, 2026
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Elkhart Brass Advances to Final Round of Tournament
Elkhart Brass has made it to the final round of the 2025 Coolest Thing Made in Indiana tournament with voting ending Jan. 15.
Jan. 13, 2026

Articles

Photos courtesy of Montgomery County Government Office of Public Information
The Elkhart Brass floor-below nozzle proved to be an effective tool and is now carried on several frontline first responses by the Montgomery County Fire & Rescue Service (MCFRS).
Corey Smedley tells why his department adopted the use of floor-below nozzles and smoke curtains for battling fires in unsprinklered high-rise residential buildings.
Feb. 17, 2026
Dennis C. Sharpe
The Lansing Fire Department worked with Pierce to build this Velocity pumper/tanker with top-mount pump controls.
The Lansing Fire Department worked with Pierce to build this Velocity pumper/tanker with top-mount pump controls.
June 28, 2024
Photo by Jonathan Hall
Chocks, spring clamps, latch straps, bungee cords and gear ties provide the means to secure doors in the open position when handlines are stretched.
Jonathan Hall details which doors must be secured open and closed in dwellings, apartments buildings, commercial buildings and high-rises and which devices to use on which.
April 2, 2024
My Project 1 (2)
This week's fire apparatus gallery includes two aerial ladders, a Type 6 brush rig, and two custom pumpers.
April 14, 2023
Midland Township Fire Department
Midland Twp Fire Pumper Rosenbauer 1
Rosenbauer built this 1,250-gpm pumper for the the Midland Township Fire Department on the Avenger chassis.
Jan. 9, 2023
Midwest Fire
Newfolden Fire Tanker Midwest Fire 1
Newfolden Fire Department took delivery of this pumper/tanker built by Midwest Fire.
Nov. 8, 2022
Sutphen Corp.
Summit Ironville 1
Sutphen built this custom 1,500-gpm pumper for the Summit-Ironville Fire Department in Ashland, KY.
Oct. 5, 2022
Midwest Fire
Additional features include Whelen LED warning lights, Elkhard Vulcan deck gun, and HiViz scene lighting.
The Conicville Volunteer Fire Department has taken delivery of a Midwest Fire tanker.
May 24, 2022
Firematic Manufacturing
The Carver Fire Department has taken delivery of a custom-built Firematic B.R.A.T. brush/forestry vehicle on a Ford chassis.
The Carver Fire Department has taken delivery of a custom-built Firematic B.R.A.T. brush/forestry vehicle.
March 16, 2022
Dennis C. Sharpe
Pioneer 2231
Pioneer Hose Company in Brick Township, NJ, has taken delivery of a KME 4x4 engine with a Hale DSD single-stage pump and 750-gallon tank.
July 19, 2021

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Exm2 Monitors (1)
Following extensive testing through a certified outside lab, the Elkhart Brass EXM2 family of monitors now conforms to European Directives.
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Yamhill Fire 1
The Yamhill Fire Protection District took delivery of twin pumper/tankers built by Fouts Brothers on Kenworth T-370 Crew Cab chassis.
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