Live from Firehouse Expo, Apparatus Architects Mike Wilbur and Tom Shand talk about some hot apparatus topics. They go over the pros and cons of quints, including the lack of ground ladders available on most models on the market and making sure you have SOPs to go with your new quint. The architects also answer one of the most common questions asked of them: apparatus warranties. While new deliveries come with a warranty, make sure you listen to all of the options to get what fits your needs most.
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About the Author
Tom Shand
TOM SHAND, who is a Firehouse contributing editor, is a 36-year veteran of the fire service. He works with Michael Wilbur at Emergency Vehicle Response, consulting on a variety of fire apparatus and fire department master-planning issues. Shand is a member of the Firehouse Hall of Fame.
Michael Wilbur
MICHAEL WILBUR, who is a Firehouse contributing editor, retired as a lieutenant in FDNY, where he was last assigned to Ladder Company 27 in the Bronx. He has served on FDNY's Apparatus Purchasing Committee and consults on a variety of apparatus-related issues around the country. Wilbur is a member of the Firehouse Hall of Fame. For further information, access his website at www.emergencyvehicleresponse.com.