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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

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KME
Santa Rosa Fire Department will receive two KME 101-foot tractor-drawn AerialCat aerial ladders.
KME will built two 101-foot tractor-drawn AerialCat trucks a 14-foot jack stance and 300-gallon water tanks.
Nov. 21, 2023
Spencer Twp Toyne Pumper
The Spencer Township Fire Department is taking delivery of a new Toyne pumper truck with a Hale QMAX pump and 1,250-gallon water tank.
Nov. 1, 2021
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The Blendon Township Fire Department has taken delivery of a new 3,000-gallon custom Toyne tanker featuring a Hale QMAX pump.
Oct. 1, 2021
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The Cambridge, MA, Fire Department has taken delivery of a Pierce Ascendant 100’ heavy-duty aerial tower with idle reduction technology.
Aug. 17, 2021
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Cherokee County, GA, Fire and Emergency Services has taken delivery of six new rescue pumpers from E-ONE mounted on custom Typhoon chassis.
Sept. 24, 2020
Smeal Fire Apparatus Co., a leading fire and rescue apparatus manufacturer, received an order for 10 custom pumpers from the Detroit Fire Department.
Sept. 24, 2014
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection gets a dozen Type III wildland apparatus built by HME.
June 25, 2014
The City of Toronto has recently awarded a bid for nine custom pumpers to E-ONE and its dealer, Carrier Centers.
April 3, 2014
Allison’s 5th Generation electronic controls include upgraded Transmission Control Module (TCM) hardware and software and a new integral inclinometer, among many other features...
Jan. 22, 2013
INDIANAPOLIS, IN- April 4, 2012, Allison Transmission, Inc. (NYSE: ALSN) Allison Transmission, Inc. has announced that it will be exhibiting at the Fire Department Instructors...
April 4, 2012

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Photos by Tom W. Shand
Freeland, PA, Fire Department (FFD) Engine 54 is a 1992 Seagrave that was ahead of its time with respect to incorporating multiple attack lines, split beds for large-diameter supply line, and portable and fixed master stream appliances.
Tom Shand and Michael Wilbur explain why pumpers that operate out of two Pennsylvania departments exemplify the importance of balancing water supply with rig wheelbase, length...
March 3, 2025
Photos by Tom W. Shand
Engine 934 is one of three 2023 Sutphen Monarch engines that were acquired by the Hicksville Fire Department (HFD) in Nassau County, NY. Each is outfitted with a 2,000-gpm pump, a 500-gallon water tank, a stainless-steel bodywork and five preconnected attack lines.
Tom Shand and Michael Wilbur saw firsthand how the effects of longer delivery times, costly construction and new engine emissions standards can affect apparatus replacement.
Oct. 3, 2024
Ed Ballam/Firehouse
Apparatus makers have seen an upswing in the number of custom cabs and chassis ordered by fire departments as attested to by the quantity and variety of products being assembled at Rosenbauer's cab and chassis plant.
Ed Ballam spoke with manufacturers who said the use of commercial cab and chassis is slowing down as custom orders are increasing.
Sept. 16, 2016
Ed Ballam/Firehouse
San Diego Fire-Rescue Department recently put in service a new lifeguard unit built on a Pierce Saber cab and chassis.
San Diego Fire-Rescue tapped Pierce Manufacturing to create a one-of-a-kind vehicle for its lifeguard unit that is equipped with a crane for cliff rescues.
June 12, 2015
NORTH WHIDBEY FIRE AND RESCUE has taken delivery of two Midwest Fire All-Poly PT2 2500 tanker-pumpers
New Fire Apparatus Deliveries
March 1, 2015
GLYNDON, MN
THE ELIZABETH, NJ, FIRE DEPARTMENT has taken delivery of a Pierce Arrow XT custom pumper equipped with a Snozzle High Reach Extendable Turret (HRET) featuring a piercing nozzle...
Feb. 1, 2015
NFPA Chevrons and push up scene lights are just some of the features on the back of Masonville's new engine.
The Masonville Fire District has a group dedicated volunteer firefighters who took delivery of a new 2014 Spartan EVR pumper with compressed air foam.
Nov. 6, 2014
Courtesy of KME Fire Apparatus
Grand Rapids Fire Department took three years to design, specify and bid its latest rescue/pumper built by KME Fire Apparatus.
The Grand Rapids Fire Department spent three years specifying and bidding a new rescue/pumper that resulted in the purchase of a KME Fire Apparatus with some innovative features...
Oct. 13, 2014
THE FLINT, MI, FIRE DEPARTMENT has taken delivery of a KME Flex custom pumper
THE FLINT, MI, FIRE DEPARTMENT has taken delivery of a KME Flex custom pumper featuring a KME 100-inch Predator Severe Service chassis XMFD, 400-hp Cummins ISL9 engine, Allison...
Aug. 1, 2014
THE NEEDHAM, MA, FIRE DEPARTMENT has taken delivery of a KME 79-foot AerialCat rear-mount ladder
THE NEEDHAM, MA, FIRE DEPARTMENT has taken delivery of a KME 79-foot AerialCat rear-mount ladder built on a KME Predator MFD chassis powered by a 450-hp Cummins ISL engine. Components...
July 1, 2014

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Dennis C. Sharpe
KME built this water tender for the Alpha Volunteer Fire Company on a Freightliner 114SD chassis.
KME built this 3,000-gallon tanker for the Alpha Volunteer Fire Company in Littletown.
June 3, 2024
Sutphen Corp.
Sutphen built this 2,100-gallon tanker for the Elysburg Fire Department on a Monarch chassis.
Dec. 28, 2022

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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
Mulvane Fire Rescue
Each of the cabinets is illuminated with LED lights and a Will-Burt light tower on top provides scene lighting.
With a new casino and expected growth, Mulvane decided to build a multi-task rescue that is expandable for needs into the future.
June 22, 2014
Photo by Ron Jeffers
NUTLEY, NJ, ENGINE COMPANY 3 has been assigned a Rosenbauer pumper
NUTLEY, NJ, ENGINE COMPANY 3 has been assigned a Rosenbauer pumper built on a Spartan Force chassis and featuring a 350-hp Cummins engine, 1,500-gpm Hale pump, 500-gallon water...
June 1, 2014
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Firehouse® presents its annual Apparatus Showcase, featuring the latest manufacturer offerings.
Nov. 1, 2013
Photo by Joel Gebet
WHITESVILLE FIRE COMPANY 1 in Jackson, NJ, has taken delivery of a Rosenbauer Viper 109-foot aerial ladder
WHITESVILLE FIRE COMPANY 1 in Jackson, NJ, has taken delivery of a Rosenbauer Viper 109-foot aerial ladder built on a Spartan Gladiator chassis. Components include a 525-hp Caterpillar...
Sept. 1, 2013
Photo by Joel Gebet
The Upper Frederick Township, PA, Fire Company has taken delivery of a Darley Vision pumper-tanker.
THE UPPER FREDERICK TOWNSHIP, PA, FIRE COMPANY has taken delivery of a Darley Vision pumper-tanker built on a Spartan MetroStar chassis. The unit features a 450-hp Cummins ISL9...
May 1, 2013
The St. Pete Beach, FL, Fire Department has taken delivery of an E-ONE Sidestacker 78-foot aerial
THE ST. PETE BEACH, FL, FIRE DEPARTMENT has taken delivery of an E-ONE Sidestacker 78-foot aerial built on an E-ONE Cyclone II chassis. Components include a 450-hp Cummins ISL...
April 1, 2013
THE Portland, OR, Fire & Rescue Department's new Pierce heavy rescue
THE PORTLAND, OR, FIRE & RESCUE DEPARTMENT has taken delivery of a Pierce heavy rescue unlike any in the company’s history – it is built on a tiller configuration, but features...
March 1, 2013
FORD MOTOR CO. has unveiled the Ford Atlas Concept
Pickup Truck ConceptFORD MOTOR CO. has unveiled the Ford Atlas Concept to showcase the design, capability, fuel efficiency and smart technologies of future pickup trucks. Designers...
Jan. 24, 2013
Photo by Dennis C. Sharpe
VALLEY FORGE, PA, VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY
THE VALLEY FORGE, PA, VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY has taken delivery of a Spartan ERV pumper built on a Spartan Gladiator chassis and equipped with a 2,000-gpm Waterous pump, 1,000...
Jan. 1, 2013
Photo by Tom Shand
The rear hose bed carries split beds of 3-inch hose, together with a preconnected 2.5-inch attack line and a leader line equipped with a TFT Blitz Fire portable master stream.
During the course of my travels I sometimes have the opportunity to visit fire stations that are off the beaten path and nested in areas where you still need an old fashioned ...
Dec. 3, 2012
Photo by Scott LaPrade
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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
HALTOM CITY, TX, FIRE-RESCUE
HALTOM CITY, TX, FIRE-RESCUE has taken delivery of a Rosenbauer heavy rescue featuring a custom chassis, 425-hp Cummins ISL engine, Allison 3000EVP transmission, heavy-duty tow...
Oct. 1, 2012
Tom Shand
The Suffern Hook and Ladder Company in Rockland County, NY, placed this 2010 Seagrave 100-foot tractor drawn ladder truck into service.
The fire service enjoys many proud traditions dating back to when steamers were horse drawn and ladder trucks carried buckets, hooks and an assortment of heavy, wooden ground ...
Aug. 28, 2012
Tamarac, FL, Fire Rescue has taken delivery of an E-ONE HP 78 Sidestacker aerial.
TAMARAC, FL, FIRE RESCUE has taken delivery of an E-ONE HP 78 Sidestacker aerial built on an E-ONE Typhoon chassis. Components include a 450-hp Cummins ISL engine, Allison 3000EVS...
Aug. 1, 2012
Photo by Dennis C. Sharpe
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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
DEEP GAP, NC
THE DEEP GAP, NC, VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT has taken delivery of a KME elliptical ES tanker built on an International 7600 SBA chassis powered by a 430-hp Maxxforce 13 engine...
June 1, 2012
Photos by Ed Ballam
Rosenbauer unveiled its Commander cab and chassis at Texas Motor Speedway in Fort Worth for an assessment by fire service professionals.
It’s not often one gets to drive a fire apparatus on a NASCAR-based test track, but some 300 invited guests got to do that when Rosenbauer unveiled its Commander cab and chassis...
May 1, 2012
Photo by Tom W. Shand
Engine 55 is a 2011 KME Predator Panther 2,000 gpm pump that is equipped with nine preconnected hand lines together with a 750-gallon water tank and three master stream appliances.
The Webster Collegiate Dictionary defines the word progressive in the following terms: “Making use of or interested in new ideas, findings or opportunities.” Since the inception...
April 28, 2012
Photo by Ron Jeffers
Fort Lee
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
Allison Transmission Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: ALSN) has announced that it has priced its initial public offering of 26,100,000 shares of common stock at $23 per share.
March 19, 2012
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THE CITY OF NEWPORT, VT, FIRE DEPARTMENT has taken delivery of a Smeal custom pumper built on a Spartan Metro Star chassis powered by a 350-hp Cummins ISC engine with an Allison...
March 1, 2012
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THE SCULLVILLE VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY in Egg Harbor Township, NJ, has taken delivery of a Pierce Velocity pumper equipped with Detroit Series 60 DD13 engine, Allison 4000EVS automatic...
March 1, 2012
Photo by Ron Jeffers
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THE NEW MARKET FIRE DISTRICT in Piscataway, NJ, has taken delivery of an E-ONE Cyclone II pumper equipped with a 500-hp Cummins ISM engine, Allison 4000EVS-P transmission, 2,000...
Jan. 30, 2012
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THE ALBUQUERQUE, NM, FIRE DEPARTMENT has taken delivery of a Seagrave Marauder II pumper powered by a 500-hp Cummins ISM engine, Allison 4000EVS transmission, 2,000-gpm Waterous...
Jan. 25, 2012
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THE RANDOLPH, VT, FIRE DEPARTMENT has taken delivery of a KME custom pumper built on a KME Predator MFD chassis. Components include a 475-hp Maxxforce 13 engine, Allison 4000EVS...
Jan. 25, 2012
The steel reinforced front bumper provides space for a 5-inch front suction, trash line and two hose wells. Note the chevron stripping on the front face of the bumper.
The Paxtang Fire Company operates as Company 40 in the Dauphin County, PA, fire service and is under the command of Chief Todd Zwigart. The fire company annually responds to more...
Nov. 11, 2011
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Every firefighter has wondered about the potential positive outcomes of reaching an emergency scene earlier. What might have gone differently if the crew had one more minute? ...
Oct. 31, 2011
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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...
Oct. 25, 2011
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Every firefighter has wondered about the potential positive outcomes of reaching an emergency scene earlier. What might have gone differently if the crew had had one more minute...
Oct. 17, 2011
Engine 42 is a 2001 Spartan Gladiator chassis with aluminum bodywork by Rosenbauer, equipped with a 1,500 gpm pump and a 1,500-gallon water tank.
In the last installment of Innovative Rigs on the Street we visited the Nanjemoy Fire Department located in Southern Maryland.
Oct. 4, 2011
THE ARLINGTON COUNTY, VA, FIRE DEPARTMENT, on behalf of the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments, recently took delivery of six Rosenbauer bomb squad vehicles purchased under a federal Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) grant. Receiving units are the Arlington County, VA, Prince George’s County, MD, and Montgomery County, MD, fire departments; Metro Transit Police; Virginia State Police; and Loudoun County, VA. Each 27-foot vehicle is mounted on a Spartan Metro Star ER chassis and features an interior command center, 20-kilowatt generator, 6,000-watt light tower and a camera mounted on a 25-foot telescoping mast.
THE ARLINGTON COUNTY, VA, FIRE DEPARTMENT, on behalf of the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments, recently took delivery of six Rosenbauer bomb squad vehicles purchased...
July 11, 2011
Engine 412 is a 2009 Sutphen Monarch 2000 gpm pumper equipped with a 750-gallon low-profile water tank and a 10Kw Onan hydraulic generator.
The Town of Colonie, NY, is protected by 12 fire departments that operate as separate volunteer organizations and are coordinated through a town emergency services committee. ...
July 5, 2011
THE LANCASTER, NH, FIRE DEPARTMENT has taken delivery of a Rosenbauer Viper 75-foot aerial built on a Spartan Metro Star chassis. Components include a 400-hp Cummins engine, Allison transmission, six-kilowatt generator, 400-gallon tank and 1,500-gpm Waterous pump. The unit was purchased with Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) funding.
THE LANCASTER, NH, FIRE DEPARTMENT has taken delivery of a Rosenbauer Viper 75-foot aerial built on a Spartan Metro Star chassis. Components include a 400-hp Cummins engine, Allison...
June 23, 2011
The front bumper on Engine 12 provides room for a recessed front suction, trash line and two hose wells.
While many fire companies may be able to boast about being the first organization to reach specific benchmarks or milestones, few if any can lay claim to being the oldest fire...
June 7, 2011
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Aluminum ground ladders, including two 35-foot and two 28-foot extension ladders, are banked at the rear of the trailer. A backboard and pike poles are also nested here.
The City of Coronado was incorporated in 1890 and in one of the most desired vacation destinations in the United States. Also known as Coronado Island, the city is located in ...
May 20, 2011
Photo by Tom W. Shand
Rescue 2796 is a 2010 Pierce Arrow XT heavy rescue equipped with hand tools, gas-powered saws, hydraulic rescue tools and a full assortment of technical rescue gear.
The Camp Pendleton Marine Corps Base is located in Northern San Diego County with more than 17 miles of shoreline along the Pacific Ocean. The base was formed in April of 1942...
April 2, 2011
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Tanker 3 carries 2,000 gallons of water together with 50 gallons of Class A foam. This rugged vehicle can go just about anywhere in off-road conditions.
In previous "Innovative Rigs on the Street" columns, we have visited departments located in California, Maryland, New York, Pennsylvania and Virginia. For our next several installments...
Jan. 4, 2011
Photo by Tom W. Shand
The right side pump panel is equipped with two 4-inch discharges for LDH operations. All step surfaces are provided with aggressive non-slip surfaces.
The American Fire Service has often been described as “100 Years of Tradition Unimpeded by Progress.” Unfortunately, in many fire departments this statement is entirely true. ...
Dec. 4, 2010
Photo by Tom W. Shand
Engine 312, a 2009 Seagrave Marauder II pumper, is equipped with a Waterous 2250 gpm pump, with a 500-gallon water tank, appliances, tools and five preconnected lines.
With this edition of our “Innovative Rigs on the Street” series we have completed our first year of traveling around the country to review and discuss some well-designed apparatus...
Nov. 4, 2010
Photo by Tom W. Shand
Engine 25’s front bumper is equipped with a 5-inch gated front intake and a 2.5-inch discharge supplying a gated wye with 150 feet of 1.75-inch attack line.
During the 1940s, several manufacturers recognized that when World War II ended, there would be an unprecedented need for new fire apparatus in most communities. As most industrial...
Oct. 11, 2010
This 2010 International 7400 4x4 chassis with stainless steel bodywork by Four Guys in service as Attack 2.
One of the major tenants of our “Innovative Rigs on the Street” series is that while the apparatus can come in all shapes, sizes and models, the end result is that new apparatus...
Sept. 3, 2010
The North Bailey Fire Department placed this 2009 Peterbilt/Rosenbauer General pumper into service.
For many years fire apparatus were traditionally built on commercial chassis as they were readily available and could easily be adapted for different fire service applications...
Aug. 10, 2010
Photo by Mike Sanders
The unit carries two low mounted double-stack crosslays with a single, left side panel 2 1/2-inch discharge.
So far in our Innovative Rigs on the Street series we have visited locations in California, Maryland and Pennsylvania to identify innovative pieces of apparatus that have been...
June 11, 2010
The Citizens Fire Company #1 of Palmyra, PA operates this well designed 2009 Seagrave engine.
The Citizens Fire Company #1 in Lebanon County, PA, operates from a single fire station located in the Borough of Palmyra. The station is located at 21 North College St. and is...
May 7, 2010
The MCAS Miramar operates this 2009 International 7400 4x4 Type III brush unit with bodywork by West-Mark Fire Apparatus.
For this month's installment of Innovative Rigs on the Street we traveled out to the west coast to visit the Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Miramar which is located in San Diego...
April 16, 2010
Photo by Tom W. Shand
Hollywood Engine 72 is a 2009 Pierce Arrow XT short wheelbase pumper equipped with a single-stage 1500-gpm pump with a 750-gallon water tank.
When we hear the location of Hollywood most of us think about the movie industry, sunny southern California and maybe even the days when Crown Fire Apparatus was the predominant...
Jan. 5, 2010
Photo by Tom W. Shand
The Empire Friendship Fire Company Engine 45 operates this 2008 Sutphen pumper equipped with a 2,000-gpm pump with a 1,000-gallon water tank and a CAFS foam system.
The Carlisle Fire Department in Cumberland County, PA, operates from three volunteer staffed stations with career personnel utilized as drivers for their apparatus fleet. The ...
Nov. 25, 2009