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Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc.

Ferrara builds a full line of emergency vehicles, including the Inferno XD, Igniter XD, pumpers, tankers, wildland, rescues, aerials, platforms, industrials & the Strong Arm.
27855 James Chapel Road PO Box 249
Holden, LA 70744
225-567-7100
407-314-0794
225-567-7695
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Ferrara builds a full line of emergency vehicles, including the Inferno XD, Igniter XD, pumpers, tankers, wildland, rescues, aerials, platforms, industrials & the Strong Arm.

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The Lemont, IL, Fire Protection District has taken delivery of a Ferrara MVP custom rescue pumper built on a Ferrara Igniter custom chassis with a Cummins ISL-425 engine and Allison...
Oct. 7, 2011

Press Releases

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Ferrara Fire Showcases Latest Apparatus at FDIC 2025
Ferrara Fire Apparatus will exhibit its latest fire apparatus and technology at FDIC in Indianapolis, IN, from April 10-12, 2025, Booth #3937.
April 8, 2025
E-ONE
In Texas, Safe Industries sells E-ONE, a 50-year-old global fire apparatus manufacturer of rescue trucks, aerial fire trucks and rescue pumpers, and Ferrara, the custom, heavy-duty fire apparatus manufacturer.
Safe Industries will serve as the dealer for E-ONE and Ferrara.
Feb. 21, 2025
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“We are bringing a selection of trucks that best demonstrate what we design and manufacture at Ferrara and we look forward to showing our customers and introducing some new customers to Ferrara,” said Larry Daniels, senior director, global sales, REV Fire Group.
Ferrara will exhibit its latest fire apparatus and technology at Booth #3701 in Indianapolis.
April 17, 2024
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Collis Heath has been named vice president and general manager for the Holden facility, where Ferrara™ and KME® fire apparatus are designed and manufactured.
Collis Heath has been named vice president and general manager for REV's Holden, LA, facility.
March 21, 2024
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Brian Connely is the new director of project management-sales for REV Fire Group.
Connely will report directly to Larry Daniels, senior director of sales for REV Fire Group.
Dec. 1, 2023
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Fire Master will expand their Ferrara Fire Apparatus sales into Oklahoma, where they will open a service center.
Fire Master will expand their fire service markets from Missouri, Kansas, and Arkansas to Oklahoma where they will open a new service center.
Sept. 8, 2023
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Corteva Agriscience Fire Department has taken delivery of a Ferrara Inferno® Industrial Pumper.
This multipurpose response pumper will be used for industrial urban interface and petrochemical mutual aid responses.
July 13, 2023
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FAS will expand its coverage as the new Ferrara and KME authorized dealer for the state.
April 29, 2023
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REV Fire Group will host a happy hour and live walk around of the Tractor Drawn Aerial on Thursday with Jeremy Donch from National Fire Radio and Steve Crothers from TractorDrawnAerial...
April 20, 2023
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Mike Virnig, president, and Andy Thompson, COO, to lead REV Fire Group
April 17, 2023

Blogs

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An 18-year-old Reno County (Kan.) firefighter suffered only minor injuires after the fire engine she was driving rolled over.
A young firefighter is lucky to be alive after the fire engine she was driving rolled over in Kansas. Apparatus builders are doing more and more to keep firefighters safe in crashes...
June 18, 2013
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When the dust started to clear hours after the collapse of towers No. 1 and No.2 of the World Trade Center, it was apparent that the Fire Department of New York was in serious...
Sept. 11, 2011

Articles

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In the 2020 Apparatus Showcase, manufacturers display the latest and greatest in fire-rescue and EMS apparatus.
Nov. 1, 2020
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Smeal Fire Apparatus uses steel to construct its full line of aerials including rear-mount straight sticks. Smeal says firefighters should consider tip loads and flow rates rather than construction materials when making purchasing decisions.
Ed Ballam spoke with aerial experts who say the differences between aluminum and steel construction are not as significant as they once were.
May 18, 2016
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Sutphen unveiled its first ever rear-mount aerial to the tune of Bruce Springsteen's 'Born in the U.S.A.'
Ed Ballam reports on new configurations or improvements for aerial ladders that were recently introduced to the market.
April 26, 2016
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Terry Fund Road Trip!The Terry Farrell Firefighters Fund will be donating a piece of steel from the World Trade Center to the San Diego Fire Museum. The steel will travel from...
Dec. 5, 2014
E-ONE has been awarded two ner orders from the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) totaling 14 apparatus on behalf of the U.S. Air Force and the U.S. Navy. These two new awards come...
Dec. 5, 2014
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THE EATONTOWN, NJ, FIRE DEPARTMENT has taken delivery of a Pierce Velocity 75-foot quint equipped with a 500-hp Detroit Diesel DD13 engine, 2,000-gpm Waterous pump, 500-gallon...
Jan. 1, 2014
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Firehouse® presents its annual Apparatus Showcase, featuring the latest manufacturer offerings.
Nov. 1, 2013
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ALEXIS The Saunemin, IL, Fire Protection District operates an Alexis custom pumper/tanker built on an HME 1871 MFDxL chassis powered by a 360-hp Cummins ISC engine with an Allison...
Nov. 5, 2012
THE U.S. FOREST SERVICE has awarded contracts to four companies to provide a total of seven next-generation airtankers for wildfire suppression.“This is a major milestone in our...
Aug. 1, 2012
E-ONE has appointed Kent Tyler president and CEO. Tyler replaces Peter Guile, who was appointed CEO of Allied Specialty Vehicles (ASV), the parent company of E-ONE, in January...
July 1, 2012

News

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The Sandwich Fire Department took delivery of this pumper/tanker built by Ferrara Fire Apparatus with a 96-inch wide Ferrara Cinder XMFD cab.
Ferrara Fire Apparatus built this pumper/tanker for the Sandwich Fire Department, featuring a Cinder cab and a low hosebed design.
May 20, 2024
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Murfreesboro, TN, Fire Department has it's brand new 100-foot rear-mount aerial, built by Sutphen, on the show floor. The aerial is powered by a Cummins ISX 500 hp engine, and has a 2,000 gpm Waterous pump.
There's a lot of fire apparatus technology on the show floor at Firehouse Expo in Nashville this year.
Oct. 20, 2017
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Dozens of unique apparatus are on the show floor waiting for attendees to view when the show opens Tuesday at noon.
Ed Ballam offers a sneak peek at the innovative apparatus on the show floor at Firehouse World in San Diego.
Jan. 27, 2015
A man who attempted to rescue another man from under a dilapidated train bridge Sunday ended up needing to be rescued himself.
June 12, 2012
A three-alarm fire gutted an apartment near Queens College Monday, injuring 10 firefighters who responded to the scene but were not seriously hurt.
Jan. 19, 2012
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Aug. 31, 2011
Two apparatus experts provided information and possible solutions focused on the industry's current economic situation.
July 29, 2009
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The addition of this wide bike path on Grand Street is making it difficult for fire trucks to turn corners in Little Italy.
A new, massive bike lane has clogged Grand Street so badly that firefighters are having trouble turning their rigs onto the road.
Dec. 2, 2008
Q: Please describe any new technologies being incorporated in new and future apparatus.FERRARA: 2008 is a great time to ask this question. We are ready to go with the 2009 edition...
Nov. 1, 2008
Firefighters showed the right and wrong way to deep-fry a turkey.
Nov. 21, 2006

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Dan Des Rochers Named President, Rev Fire Group
Dan DesRochers has joined their executive leadership team and will oversee E-ONE, Ferrara, KME, Spartan Emergency Response, Smeal, Spartan Fire Chassis and Ladder Tower.
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Ferrara will provide the city with five custom pumpers, three 107’ Rear Mount Ladder trucks, two Heavy Rescues and one 100’ Mid-Mount Platform.
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Sunbelt Fire is the new exclusive Ferrara dealer in Mississippi and is now authorized to sell and service the complete portfolio of Ferrara apparatus.
Sept. 12, 2022
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The order placed by the City of Salem is the 7,000th order for Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc.
The Salem, MA, Fire Department's order for a custom Ferrara pumper marks the milestone 7,000th fire apparatus being ordered in Ferrara's 30-year history.
Nov. 22, 2021
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Ferrara has announced the purchase order for a fleet of 12 new pieces of apparatus being built for Birmingham Fire & Rescue Service in Alabama.
Sept. 22, 2021
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Patriot Fire USA is now the Ferrara dealer for Maryland, serving customers throughout the state.
Aug. 19, 2021
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Ferrara Fire Apparatus has added Fire Service, Inc. and its full-service center in Lake Mills, WI, to its nationwide dealer network.
Aug. 17, 2021
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Smart Flo is a new integrated pressure governor system offered on REV Fire Group apparatus that puts the operator in command with total system control in one location.
Aug. 11, 2021
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Firefighter One is excited to announce that in its continuously growing partnership with REV Group, they are now the official Ferrara Fire dealer for the State of Pennsylvania...
July 19, 2021
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The refinery, located 40 miles southwest of Chicago, will add a Ferrara Inferno Industrial Super Pumper to its fleet of fire and rescue equipment.
July 14, 2021
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The Yonkers, NY, Fire Department has added a Ferrara Inferno custom rescue pumper to its fleet.
July 7, 2021
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Ferrara Fire Apparatus is pleased to announce the delivery of a HD-77TM aerial ladder to the Santa Fe Fire Department.
May 11, 2021
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Jones County Fire Service chooses Ferrara FC-94™ custom pumper as part of order for six new pieces of fire apparatus.
April 20, 2021
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Ferrara Fire Apparatus is pleased to announce that it will be providing three Cinder Rescue Pumpers to the Shreveport, LA, Fire Department.
April 8, 2021
Ferrara Invader Custom Pumper
Ferrara Fire Apparatus introduces the new Invader, a complete line of ready-to-build custom pumpers that provide mission critical performance and delivery in six months.
Jan. 20, 2021
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REV Fire Group has announced that Hendrickson Fire Rescue Equipment is expanding its product portfolio and will represent Ferrara Fire Apparatus and E-ONE.
Jan. 5, 2021
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REV Group is proud to announce a partnership with United Safety & Survivability Corporation to provide industry-leading technology that will take the clean cab concept to the ...
Aug. 18, 2020
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Kent Tyler will oversee all the fire apparatus brands at REV Group, including E-ONE, KME, Ferrara, Spartan, Smeal and Ladder Tower.
March 24, 2020
BME Fire built this 10-person wildland crew carrier for the Ventura County, CA, Fire Department. The vehicle features Signtronics intercom systems, pivot and reclining seats, tubular body construction and features a custom-built BME console.
Over 60 emergency vehicles, including apparatus, ambulance and boats, were displayed at Firehouse World.
March 12, 2018
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Ferrara welcomes Lone Star Emergency Group as their new dealer for Texas.
Feb. 9, 2018
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The Multi Agency Academic Cooperative (MAAC) Foundation hosted an official ribbon cutting at the site of the new Emergency Services Training Academy in Valparaiso.
Sept. 19, 2017
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REV Group acquired Ferrara Fire Apparatus to enhance REV’s product offering within its Fire & Emergency segment.
April 26, 2017
To honor LA first responders, Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation is hosting an equipment dedication event at Ferrara on Wednesday, April 12th.
April 11, 2017
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Ferrara will be putting on a large water flow demonstration tomorrow (Jan. 27) at LSU featuring new firefighting equipment developed by both Ferrara and US Fire Pump.
Jan. 26, 2017
The City and County of San Francisco has awarded Ferrara Fire Apparatus, America’s premier custom heavy duty fire apparatus manufacturer, a contract for 5 years to build Triple...
Sept. 14, 2016
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Ferrara Fire Apparatus will have it's new Skyflow aerial on display at Fire Department Instructors' Conference in Indianapolis.
April 12, 2016
RollNRack showcased the Efficiency Package for hose racking. It includes one Power Roller, one GO-Pack, one Extra Coupling Jaw set and one extra battery pack and charger.
Dozens of new tools, equipment and technologies for fire and rescue personnel were introduced last week.
April 24, 2015
American Emergency Response Training has been named the dealer for Ferrara Fire Apparatus in Tennessee.
Aug. 12, 2014
Ferrara announced C2 Emergency Solutions is their new dealer in Virginia, Maryland and Delaware.
July 21, 2014
Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc., America’s premier custom fire apparatus manufacturer, announced that Bob Kaler, Kaler Fire Equipment located in Hatfield, Pennsylvania is their newest...
May 8, 2014
Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc., America’s premier custom fire apparatus manufacturer, has named First Choice Fire & Safety as its dealer in North Carolina.First Choice, with President...
Feb. 24, 2014
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Holden, LA – Ferrara Fire Apparatus, America’s premier manufacturer of custom fire apparatus, has made a major new product announcement with the launch of its newest custom chassis...
Feb. 16, 2014
Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc. of Holden, Louisiana is pleased to announce the addition of FF1 Professional Safety Services of Sparta, New Jersey, as their new authorized dealer...
Sept. 12, 2013
Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc., America’s premier custom fire apparatus manufacturer, unveils their F-Shield chassis frame corrosion protection for the Ultra, Inferno and Igniter...
May 7, 2013
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THE LUTHERVILLE FIRE COMPANY in Baltimore County, MD, has taken delivery of a Pierce pumper built on a Pierce Arrow XT chassis powered by a 500-hp Detroit Diesel engine. Components...
July 1, 2012
GEARGRID, specialists in wire forming and fabrication of custom retail POP display and OEM components, as well as its propriety line of GearGrid gear-storage systems for fire ...
June 1, 2012
SPARTAN MOTORS INC. has announced the major building blocks of a global emergency response (ER) strategy.“Emergency response is over one-third of our business and the second largest...
May 1, 2012
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April 20, 2012
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THE FORT LEE, NJ, FIRE DEPARTMENT has taken delivery of a Sutphen custom pumper/tanker built on a Sutphen Monarch chassis. Components include a 515-hp Detroit Diesel engine, Telma...
April 1, 2012
Jan. 1: Hamletsburg, IL – Investigators did not find the cause of a blaze that claimed the lives of three people. A fourth occupant escaped. Jan. 2: Waynesburg, KY – Crews battled...
March 1, 2012
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FORT WAYNE, IN – JAN. 12, 2012: Forty firefighters fought a blaze in an auto-parts shop with leaking auto fuel lighting off and propane tanks exploding. The fire was extinguished with no injuries. Hazmat operations were set up to control leaking fuel runoff into city sewers and streets.
Pawtucket, RI – Dec. 1, 2011: One woman was displaced by a kitchen fire in her duplex. She was the mother of a Massachusetts National Guardsman who sustained fatal injuries in...
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THE FORT LEE, NJ, FIRE DEPARTMENT has taken delivery of a Sutphen custom pumper/tanker built on a Sutphen Monarch chassis. Components include a 515-hp Detroit Diesel engine, Telma retarder, 2,000-gpm Waterous CMUH pump, 250-gallon foam tank, Foam Pro 3060D foam system, Task Force Tips Monsoon remote-control deck gun, 15-kilowatt Harrison generator, Will-Burt light tower and Whelen LED lighting.
THE FORT LEE, NJ, FIRE DEPARTMENT has taken delivery of a Sutphen custom pumper/tanker built on a Sutphen Monarch chassis. Components include a 515-hp Detroit Diesel engine, Telma...
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This custom pumper/tanker built for the Township of South Frontenac, Ontario, is the first custom apparatus built by Arnprior Fire Trucks Corp., a manufacturer formed in late 2010. The apparatus features a Kenworth T300 Series chassis, 380-hp Paccar P-8 engine, 1,000-gpm Hale MBP PTO pump, 2,500-Imperial gallon custom semi-elliptical aluminum water tank, enclosed portable tank and hard-suction hose storage and LED lighting. www.arnpriorfiretrucks.net
This custom pumper/tanker built for the Township of South Frontenac, Ontario, is the first custom apparatus built by Arnprior Fire Trucks Corp., a manufacturer formed in late ...
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Fourteen U.S. emergency services personnel died in August. Four career firefighters, five volunteer firefighters and five civilian employees died in 12 separate incidents. Two...
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Brush Engine 44 is built on a 2010 Ford F-750 chassis with a heavy duty aluminum body constructed by Rosenbauer Fire Apparatus.
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DECONTAMINATION (DECON) ENGINES Twenty-five engine companies have been trained to the hazardous materials operations level as well as in specialized decontamination. Their purpose is to support hazmat operations, and to perform decontamination for responders and exposed civilians. Level B suits, a tent and decontamination equipment are carried in the associated ladder company’s Rapid Response Vehicle.
The terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, destroyed a large portion of the FDNY’s special operations capabilities. More than 90 of the firefighters and officers killed that day...
Aug. 16, 2011
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THE NEWARK, NJ, FIRE DEPARTMENT has placed into service three Ferrara custom pumpers built on Ferrara Ember chassis powered by Cummins ISL-425 engines. Each apparatus features a 1,500-gpm Hale Qmax pump, 750-gallon poly water tank, Fire Research InControl pressure governor, Akron Apollo monitor, On Scene Solutions LED compartment lights and Whelen warning and scene lighting. The units are assigned to Engine Companies 15, 26 and 29.
THE NEWARK, NJ, FIRE DEPARTMENT has placed into service three Ferrara custom pumpers built on Ferrara Ember chassis powered by Cummins ISL-425 engines. Each apparatus features...
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THE CITY OF BURLINGTON, NJ, FIRE DEPARTMENT, Mitchell Volunteer Fire Company 3, has placed in service a Ferrara Ember pumper outfitted with a 400-hp Cummins ISL engine, Hale Qmax...
March 30, 2011
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THE CITY OF BURLINGTON, NJ, FIRE DEPARTMENT, Mitchell Volunteer Fire Company 3, has placed in service a Ferrara Ember pumper outfitted with a 400-hp Cummins ISL engine, Hale Qmax 200-23L pump, 550-gallon UPF Poly-Tank IIE tank, Cummins Pump Boss pressure governor, Fire Research quartz lights, ROM shutters, 10-kilowatt Harrison generator and Hannay electric reel. Indicate 2XX on the Reader Service Card.
THE CITY OF BURLINGTON, NJ, FIRE DEPARTMENT, Mitchell Volunteer Fire Company 3, has placed in service a Ferrara Ember pumper outfitted with a 400-hp Cummins ISL engine, Hale Qmax...
March 25, 2011
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind., March 22, 2011 – Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc., America’s premier custom fire apparatus manufacturer, has begun installing EPA2010-compliant MaxxForce® 13 ...
March 22, 2011
Holden, LA - Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc., America's premier custom fire apparatus manufacturer, announced today they are now authorized by the EVT Certification Commission, Inc...
Feb. 11, 2011
Braun has designed the Patriot for patient transport and fire suppression duties.
Editor's Note: This article is part of a continuing series on fire apparatus maintenance and design found within Firehouse Magazine and Firehouse.com. For more on multi-functional...
Dec. 31, 2010
Rosenbauer has developed an apparatus called the Roadrunner, designed primarily as an engine but with the ability to flow water through an elevated master stream and built on an easy-to-maneuver wheelbase.
When the economy is weak, or faltering, as it has been for the past couple of years, people try to cut back and make what they have go further and do more. There's no exception...
Dec. 27, 2010
Holden, LA – Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc., America’s premier custom fire apparatus manufacturer, has been awarded a contract by the City of Houston for two (2) HD-107 heavy duty...
Nov. 24, 2010
Holden, LA – The Caney Creek Fire Department in Grangerland, Texas, approximately an hour north of Houston, has just awarded a contract to Ferrara Fire Apparatus for four new...
Oct. 26, 2010
Holden, LA – Chris Ferrara, founder and President/CEO of Ferrara Fire Apparatus, recently was presented the first annual Lifetime Achievement Award from the Fire and Life Safety...
June 9, 2010
Holden, LA – Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc., America's premier custom fire apparatus manufacturer, is displaying two new fire apparatus at Interschutz in Leipzig, Germany. The vehicles...
June 9, 2010
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Smithfield, RI, May 20, 2010 – Sperian Respiratory Protection, working with Fire Innovations LLC, has obtained NFPA and NIOSH certifications on an escape belt and rappelling system...
May 20, 2010
Fire apparatus and emergency equipment must respond in extreme heat, bitter cold, flooding, dusty conditions, over pothole-filled roads — you name it, it's got to be able to get...
May 5, 2010
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This pumper is ready to be looked over in the apparatus maintenance bay at the Elgin Fire Department.
Editor's Note: This article is one of four that features web exclusive coverage of the "Apparatus Maintenance: Ensuring Extreme Service in the Toughest Conditions" feature starting...
May 1, 2010
Elgin ambulances feature four-wheel drive because of winter weather. While more components are used, the maintenance requirements are not drastically different.
Perhaps the most vulnerable part of any apparatus is its undercarriage and suspension. Frames, springs, tires and related components are critical maintenance areas for apparatus...
May 1, 2010
The vehicles should be cleaned thoroughly and the debris kicked up from travel should removed to keep the parts in working order.
Heating and cooling apparatus that is required to perform in extreme conditions can be challenging. High temperatures can cause engine overheating and failure very quickly if ...
May 1, 2010
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Most of the vehicles built by Fort Garry Fire Trucks will be used in extreme cold weather. Response conditions also create hard wear and tear.
The engine and transmission could arguable be considered the heart of any apparatus. And "cardiac care" is critical for virtually anything that is required to operate full-bore...
May 1, 2010
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Holden, LA – The 2010 Brotherhood Ride made its way through Southern Louisiana on 6 April. The Brotherhood Ride is a group of firefighters, law enforcement officers, and emergency...
April 9, 2010
Holden, LA – The Fire Department of New York City has added another ten aerial ladders to its contract with Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc. Ferrara, America’s premier custom fire...
March 22, 2010
Holden, LA – Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc., America’s premier custom fire apparatus manufacturer, has been awarded another large contract by the City of New York. Under the terms...
Feb. 3, 2010
Holden, LA – Knoxville, Tennessee has awarded Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc., America’s premier custom fire apparatus manufacturer, a contract to build three (3) new Igniter custom...
Jan. 12, 2010
Holden, LA – Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc., America’s premier custom fire apparatus manufacturer, announced today that all painters employed at the factory have been certified ...
Jan. 6, 2010
Holden, LA – Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc., America’s premier custom fire apparatus manufacturer, has been awarded a three year contract by the City of New York to manufacture...
Dec. 10, 2009
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A new pump test area was constructed for the increasing number of industrial fire apparatus being constructed at Ferrara.
Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc. has finished construction of two additional on-site testing facilities, a tilt table and a second pump test pit.
April 15, 2009
Holden, LA - Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc., America's premier custom fire apparatus manufacturer, successfully launched a newly redesigned version of ferrarafire.com over the past...
April 7, 2009
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LifeGuard RollTek combines side airbag protection with the latest advancements in seat belt technology.
April 21, 2008
LifeGuard RollTek , now available from five US manufacturers of custom fire apparatus, combines side airbag protection with the latest advancements in seatbelt technology.
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Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc. has recently completed the delivery of seven Heavy Duty 107’ Ladder trucks to the City of Houston Fire Department. In addition to the delivery of ...
Feb. 27, 2006
Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc. of Holden, LA, the most progressive and innovative fire and rescue vehicle manufacturer in North America, recently delivered the first of three (3...
Jan. 2, 2006
Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc. has received a major contract from the City of Houston, Texas for twelve new fire apparatus.
Dec. 6, 2005
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Nov. 29, 2005
The oil boiled over and caught the entire appliance on fire.
Nov. 23, 2005
When an e-mail was circulated in early September requesting help for firefighters after hurricane Katrina ripped through New Orleans and the Gulf Region, firefighters did what...
Sept. 30, 2005
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Sept. 4, 2005
The gas station security camera caught the scene as Derek Walker patiently pumped gas into his yellow Ferrari.
July 5, 2005
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During a rollover, the RollTek airbags provide a taut, yet cushioning support for the occupant’s head and neck, reducing injuries and saving lives in fire apparatus rollover incidents.
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July 1, 2005
The homeowner told firefighters he was deep-frying a turkey in his basement and then decided to take his dog for a walk.
Aug. 6, 2004
A condominium under construction in this southern Martin County community collapsed Thursday evening, killing one worker, leaving a second one missing and feared dead and five...
July 23, 2004
A turkey deep fryer is to blame for a garage fire in Riverside on Sunday
April 12, 2004
One of Denver's well-known fast-food establishments was gutted by an early morning fire Friday.
Oct. 3, 2003
A Bakersfield man injured in a turkey fryer accident last year has filed a lawsuit against the makers and the sellers of the fryer.
June 6, 2003
Firefighters from four stations worked together to contain an intense house fire and pull three victims from a burning house in Prince George's County, Md. late Monday.
Feb. 4, 2003
Helicopter ran into a group of vultures while on its way back from transporting a patient.
Nov. 14, 2002
Fire departments and communities across the country have come to the aid of the FDNY and the people left behind by those killed in the 9/11 attacks.
Dec. 1, 2001
Do you see the industry becoming more assembly-line oriented or utilizing more custom designs? Ferrara: An apparatus manufacturer will need to do both. The assembly-line units...
Feb. 1, 2000
Will aerial devices continue to get larger and reach greater heights? Ferrara: As modern buildings increase in size, the need for aerial units to reach greater heights will be...
Feb. 1, 2000
Firehouse® moderates a roundtable discussion with key executives of fire and emergency vehicle manufacturers.
Feb. 1, 2000