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Pierce Manufacturing, Inc.

Pierce Manufacturing, Inc. is the leading North American manufacturer of custom fire apparatus.
P.O. Box 2017
Appleton, WI 54913
920-832-3231
920-832-3084
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Pierce Manufacturing, Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation [NYSE:OSK] company, is the leading North American manufacturer of custom fire apparatus. Products include custom and commercial pumpers, aerials, rescue trucks, wildland trucks, mini-pumpers, elliptical tankers, and homeland security apparatus. In addition, Pierce designs its own foam systems and was the first company to introduce frontal airbags and the Side Roll Protection system to fire apparatus.

To learn more about Pierce, visit http://www.piercemfg.com.

Products

Pierce Manufacturing announces the roll-out of clean cab features that support carcinogen awareness and reduction to exposure (CARE), and their sustaining partnership with the...
May 3, 2018
Pierce introduced the expansion of its Command Zone advanced electronics architecture with the unveiling of CZConnect, a fully-integrated telematics system.
April 27, 2018
Pierce MFG. has introduced a new line of Ascendant aerials that includes a platform aerial, a tiller, and a tandem axle unit rounding out the line of aerials
May 11, 2017
St. Leonard Volunteer Fire and Rescue in Calvert County, Md., has taken delivery of a new Pierce Dry Side Tanker.
Sept. 3, 2015
CHICAGO -- Pierce reintroduced its Hawk Extreme Wildland Tanker at the Fire Rescue international trade show in Chicago.The all-wheel drive, all-terrain vehicle has three drive...
Aug. 22, 2013
Pierce Manufacturing, an Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE:OSK) company, and Detroit Diesel Corporation announced a five-year extension to their original 2009 agreement involving the ...
July 18, 2013
PIERCE MANUFACTURING has introduced a Type 1 wildland/urban interface firefighting vehicle that incorporates the patented Pierce Ultimate Configuration (PUC) technology. The new...
June 28, 2011

Press Releases

Pierce Manufacturing's Phase I of the High Flow production line modernizes chassis assembly, boosting capacity, quality and safety through integrated technologies and process ...
March 28, 2026
Columbus Division of Fire has ordered four custom fire apparatus from Pierce Manufacturing.
Nov. 14, 2025
At IACP 2025, Frontline Communications will display its innovative mobile command vehicle.
Oct. 17, 2025
Spartan Fire and Emergency Apparatus has opened a new 23,000-sq.-ft. headquarters in Wellford, SC, doubling its previous size.
Oct. 10, 2025
Volunteer Fire Chief Daniel Krushinski of the East Franklin Fire Department in Somerset, NJ, and Career Fire Chief Jeremy Craft of the Lehi, UT, Fire Department have been named...
Aug. 14, 2025
Atlantic Emergency Solutions, has completed a significant expansion of its Charlotte, NC, service center to better support the needs of the Charlotte Fire Department and other...
Aug. 14, 2025
Hendrickson launches its STEERTEK NXT high-capacity fabricated front steer axle and suspension systems on Pierce, HME and E-ONE’s chassis.
Aug. 1, 2025
Pierce Manufacturing Inc. is delivering Cary, NC, Fire Department a Pierce Volterra electric pumper, which is the first to be delivered on the East Coast.
July 24, 2025
5-year fleet contract for the Calgary Fire Department includes rescues and engines, building on previous contracts for aerials and water tenders.
July 8, 2025
Midpoint milestone for U.S. Road Rally brings continued momentum, expanded reach, and more opportunities for hands-on exploration of Pierce’s cutting-edge fire apparatus.
June 25, 2025

Videos

The Tucson Fire Department is touting the safety features on several new pieces of apparatus.
March 2, 2018

Podcasts

Hosts Tom Shand and Michael Wilbur hosted a panel discussion with several manufacturers at Firehouse Expo, to discuss the current state of the industry and various trends.
Apparatus Architects Tom Shand and Michael Wilbur talk about the new fire apparatus and innovations that they found while walking the show floor at FDIC. Listen as they name their...
Apparatus Architects Tom Shand and Michael Wilbur hosted the fifth annual Apparatus Manufacturers Roundtable at the Firehouse Expo in Baltimore in July. This year's guests included...

Blogs

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Last week the IAFC's Volunteer & Combination Officers Section celebrated their 20th anniversary during their annual Symposium in the Sun in Tampa.
Nov. 13, 2014
In April, Pierce will unveil a new cab and chassis and Firehouse staff were invited to take a sneak peek during a factory tour.
March 5, 2014
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
If the first two quarters of 2013 are any indication, apparatus builders should see healthier numbers this year.
June 4, 2013

News

The 2026 IAFC Fire Chief of the Year awards honor Chief Amy Ramon and Chief Gail Schmidt for their outstanding leadership, innovation and commitment to fire service excellence...
Aug. 13, 2026
Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department has ordered three Pierce Ascendant 107-foot aerial ladders to improve operational efficiency, maneuverability and reach in a rapidly growing...
Aug. 11, 2026
Pierce Manufacturing's 2026 Road Rally is halfway through its multi-month tour, visiting fire departments across the United States.
July 17, 2026
Registration is open for the 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at Lambeau Field, sponsored by the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation. It will take place in Green Bay, WI, on Sept...
May 21, 2026
Pierce Manufacturing's 2026 Road Rally is a multi-month event across North America, starting April 28, showcasing the newest fire apparatus technology.
April 23, 2026
Frontline Communications will have a Louisville-Jefferson County, KY, Emergency Management mobile command unit on display at FDIC 2026.
April 18, 2026
Pierce Manufacturing will showcase its latest fire apparatus and connected safety technologies at FDIC 2026, emphasizing innovation, firefighter safety and operational excellence...
April 15, 2026
The Broussard, LA, Fire Department has taken delivery of Pierce Manufacturing's 1,000th fire apparatus equipped with a PACCAR MX-13 engine, in a custom 107-foot Ascendant heavy...
April 10, 2026
Atlantic Emergency Solutions received the 2025 Pierce Dealer of the Year award, recognizing their exceptional sales, profitability and service expansion efforts.
March 31, 2026
SK Group in South Korea has ordered Pierce's High Flow Industrial Pumper, marking the first use of this high output pumper outside of the United States.
March 4, 2026

Articles

Robert Policht provides examples of why small decisions that are made by an apparatus committee might not be flashy but can produce fire and rescue rigs that remain an asset for...
Aug. 20, 2026
Tom Shand recalls how the Syracuse, NY, Fire Department and the Rochester, NY, Fire Department were among the agencies that innovated their fleet concept in the mid-1970s.
Aug. 11, 2026
Tom Shand provides the reasoning for why a back-to-basics apparatus design can accommodate operational capability, short build times and better affordability.
April 22, 2026
Tom Shand & Michael Wilbur share the lessons learned that a fire department applied to its specification of upgrades to its apparatus contingent.
March 11, 2026
Jeffrey D. Gaskin helps department apparatus committees get ahead of the curve regarding vehicle specification in relation to the evolution of the EPA's new emission mandates ...
Feb. 10, 2026
Tom Shand and Michael Wilbur's scrutiny of two quints and a pumper reveals how department officers and members applied their knowledge of their respective response districts to...
Dec. 9, 2025
Tom Shand and Michael Wilbur save apparatus committees by spelling out what must be considered in the design of heavy rescue rigs in terms of storage solutions and compartment...
Sept. 9, 2025
Jeffrey D. Gaskin delivers a guide to four vehicle systems that are key to gross axle weight ratings and gross vehicle weight ratings.
March 11, 2025
Steven Shaw tells of the Milwaukee Fire Department's evolution into one of the finest fire service organizations in the United States, based on its response to major incidents...
Jan. 20, 2025
Tom Shand and Michael Wilbur explain why studying a department's history and the future needs of its response district are key to specifying a new rig's ladder complement.
Dec. 17, 2024

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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
Pierce Manufacturing is investing approximately $150 million across its facilities, including a new 185,000-sq. -ft. plant in Bradenton, FL, that will create 800 more jobs.
Feb. 10, 2026
Pierce Manufacturing appointed Marty Bass as its new president.
Feb. 6, 2026
Recent fire service industry news updates include Pierce Manufacturing expansions, a new president at W.S. Darley and San Francisco's investment in non-PFAS turnout gear.
Jan. 2, 2026
Pierce Manufacturing is investing more than $150 million across its facilities in Wisconsin, Florida and Tennessee to modernize production with advanced robotics and automation...
Dec. 19, 2025
Pierce Manufacturing celebrates the delivery of its 4,000th Pierce Ultimate Configuration Pump to Clark County, NV, Fire Department.
Dec. 5, 2025
Aided by a collaborative transition with Halt Fire’s leadership, Reliant Fire Apparatus will strengthen service and support for fire departments throughout Michigan.
June 17, 2025
The full order includes a Pierce Volterra electric pumper and six additional Pierce apparatus, reinforcing Frederick County’s commitment to firefighter safety and sustainability...
June 12, 2025
The 13th annual 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at Lambeau Field will take place Saturday, Sept. 20, and registration is open for the event co-sponsored by the Green Bay Metro Fire ...
June 10, 2025
The 2025 Pierce Road Rally is a cross-country event featuring a rotating lineup of six advanced fire apparatus, hands-on experiences and more.
April 14, 2025
Hunterdon County, NJ, Department of Public Safety will take delivery of a Frontline Communications Saber C-40X-4 Command Unit, which will be showcased in Pierce Manufacturing’...
April 10, 2025
Pierce Manufacturing will showcase its latest fire apparatus innovations, advanced safety technology, and fully integrated solutions.
April 3, 2025