APPLETON, WI – Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE:OSK) company, announced that it will display an extensive array of apparatus and new technology innovations during the International Association of Fire Chiefs’ (IAFC) Fire Rescue International (FRI) conference and expo on August 7-10, 2019 in Atlanta, Georgia.
Located at booth #1503, visitors will have the opportunity to learn more about the latest developments in fire apparatus, fire truck features, and technology that improves safety and efficiency for those who work in the fire service. The seven Pierce fire trucks that will be on display include:
· Enforcer Ascendant 110’ Single-Axle Heavy-Duty Platform PUCÔ
· Velocity Ascendant 107’ Single-Axle Heavy-Duty Aerial Ladder
· Velocity Ascendant 100’ Heavy-Duty Aerial Tower
· Saber Pumper
· Enforcer PUC Pumper
· Velocity PUC Pumper
· Enforcer Pumper
Other exhibit highlights will include:
Demonstrations of Pierce Situational Awareness System by Fotokite: The new Pierce Situational Awareness System by Fotokite is a self-piloting, actively tethered aerial device that can be deployed from any apparatus or easy-to-transport Pelican case, and is retrofittable with apparatus currently in service. The device offers increased response effectiveness through aerial and thermal imagery to assess the size and scope of a fire. As the industry’s only aerial situational awareness system that actively tethers to the fire apparatus and can hard-wire into the vehicle system, there’s no need for a piloting license or certificate of authorization, and no battery life limitations to work around. Pierce’s booth will offer periodic demonstrations to show how the device helps response effectiveness.
“Apparatus and technology innovations have been monumental for our organization in recent years as we’ve addressed voice of customer feedback to set benchmarks for performance in the industry,” said Jim Johnson, president of Pierce Manufacturing. “Not only do those who work in the fire service deserve the best apparatus to serve their communities, our team is committed to providing premier products and services that support the critical work of these dedicated men and women. Pierce’s FRI exhibit will show the expansiveness of our product and service platforms and how recent advancements support the unique needs of firefighters.”
In addition to booth displays and demonstrations, Pierce is the sponsor of the IAFC’s Fire Chief of the Year award which is presented to two honorees selected and announced on Tuesday, August 6, and honored during an FRI ceremony on Thursday, August 8. The prestigious Fire Chief of the Year award recognizes one volunteer and one career fire chief for their leadership, innovation, professional development, integrity, public service, and contributions to the fire service.
“It is an honor to take part in the inspiring moment each year when we have the opportunity to share the nominations for the two Fire Chief of the Year award honorees,” said Johnson. “The recipients exemplify what it means to be a leader, and on behalf of the Pierce Manufacturing team, we share our heartfelt gratitude for their service.”
To stay connected with Pierce’s FRI apparatus displays, innovation and technology demonstrations, dealer and aftermarket service offerings, and more, follow online at piercemfg.com and facebook.com/pierce.
About Pierce Manufacturing
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, minipumpers, 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 www.piercemfg.com.
