Tools

The Firehouse.com Tools product category is a collection of information, product listings and resources for researching various fire service and firefighter tools, including forible entry, ventilation, extrication, overhaul and breaking tools, saws, axes, pike poles, torches, shovels, bolt cutters and fireground tool options.
Joh Salka
Joh Salka
Joh Salka
Joh Salka
Joh Salka
Operations & Training

The Fire Scene: Being Ready Is Being Safe

Oct. 16, 2023
John J. Salka Jr. provides an important reminder that getting ready for a shift or a drill is more than dropping your gear next to the rig at your riding position.
Lowe's
In honor of Fire Prevention Month (October) and National First Responders Day (Oct. 28) and in recognition of the individuals who put their lives on the line every day, Lowe’s will offer a special “thank you” — its third-annual first responders discount online and in-stores nationwide this October.
In honor of Fire Prevention Month (October) and National First Responders Day (Oct. 28) and in recognition of the individuals who put their lives on the line every day, Lowe’s will offer a special “thank you” — its third-annual first responders discount online and in-stores nationwide this October.
In honor of Fire Prevention Month (October) and National First Responders Day (Oct. 28) and in recognition of the individuals who put their lives on the line every day, Lowe’s will offer a special “thank you” — its third-annual first responders discount online and in-stores nationwide this October.
In honor of Fire Prevention Month (October) and National First Responders Day (Oct. 28) and in recognition of the individuals who put their lives on the line every day, Lowe’s will offer a special “thank you” — its third-annual first responders discount online and in-stores nationwide this October.
In honor of Fire Prevention Month (October) and National First Responders Day (Oct. 28) and in recognition of the individuals who put their lives on the line every day, Lowe’s will offer a special “thank you” — its third-annual first responders discount online and in-stores nationwide this October.
Careers & Education

Lowe’s to Extend Exclusive Savings Offer to First Responder Community

Sept. 28, 2023
Throughout October, Lowe’s will provide a coupon book with offers for up to $1,500 in savings* for eligible first responders.
PACT
PACT® Thermo ShieldTM, created by Packaging And Crating Technologies in Watertown, CT will be featured at North America’s largest industry battery expo next month in Michigan. The manufacturer created the paper wrap to control dangerous lithium battery fires.
PACT® Thermo ShieldTM, created by Packaging And Crating Technologies in Watertown, CT will be featured at North America’s largest industry battery expo next month in Michigan. The manufacturer created the paper wrap to control dangerous lithium battery fires.
PACT® Thermo ShieldTM, created by Packaging And Crating Technologies in Watertown, CT will be featured at North America’s largest industry battery expo next month in Michigan. The manufacturer created the paper wrap to control dangerous lithium battery fires.
PACT® Thermo ShieldTM, created by Packaging And Crating Technologies in Watertown, CT will be featured at North America’s largest industry battery expo next month in Michigan. The manufacturer created the paper wrap to control dangerous lithium battery fires.
PACT® Thermo ShieldTM, created by Packaging And Crating Technologies in Watertown, CT will be featured at North America’s largest industry battery expo next month in Michigan. The manufacturer created the paper wrap to control dangerous lithium battery fires.
Tech & Comm

Innovative CT Company Takes the Spotlight at National Battery Convention

Packaging and Crating Technologies (PACT) presents American-made solutions for lithium-ion battery fires at industry trade show.
PACT
Lion-X is the world’s first industrial extinguisher to safely terminate lithium-ion battery fires within seconds, while preventing the release of poisonous smoke, gases and thermal runaway. The innovative new fire-suppressant foam solution was created by Packaging And Crating Technologies (PACT®), LLC, and Fireproof Solutions, Inc.
Lion-X is the world’s first industrial extinguisher to safely terminate lithium-ion battery fires within seconds, while preventing the release of poisonous smoke, gases and thermal runaway. The innovative new fire-suppressant foam solution was created by Packaging And Crating Technologies (PACT®), LLC, and Fireproof Solutions, Inc.
Lion-X is the world’s first industrial extinguisher to safely terminate lithium-ion battery fires within seconds, while preventing the release of poisonous smoke, gases and thermal runaway. The innovative new fire-suppressant foam solution was created by Packaging And Crating Technologies (PACT®), LLC, and Fireproof Solutions, Inc.
Lion-X is the world’s first industrial extinguisher to safely terminate lithium-ion battery fires within seconds, while preventing the release of poisonous smoke, gases and thermal runaway. The innovative new fire-suppressant foam solution was created by Packaging And Crating Technologies (PACT®), LLC, and Fireproof Solutions, Inc.
Lion-X is the world’s first industrial extinguisher to safely terminate lithium-ion battery fires within seconds, while preventing the release of poisonous smoke, gases and thermal runaway. The innovative new fire-suppressant foam solution was created by Packaging And Crating Technologies (PACT®), LLC, and Fireproof Solutions, Inc.
Extinguishers

Lion-X: A New Weapon to Fight Deadly Lithium-Ion Battery Fires

PACT and Fireproof Solutions team up to launch the world’s first specialized fire extinguishing agent targeting lithium-ion batteries, battery packs and chargers.
Streamlight, Inc.
The Wedge XT delivers up to 500 lumens for two hours on high, and measuring just 4.25 inches.
The Wedge XT delivers up to 500 lumens for two hours on high, and measuring just 4.25 inches.
The Wedge XT delivers up to 500 lumens for two hours on high, and measuring just 4.25 inches.
The Wedge XT delivers up to 500 lumens for two hours on high, and measuring just 4.25 inches.
The Wedge XT delivers up to 500 lumens for two hours on high, and measuring just 4.25 inches.
Scene Lighting

Streamlight Launches the Ultra-Compact EDC Wedge XT

Aug. 3, 2023
The slim, high-performance light is designed for easy pocket carry and one-handed use.