The Apparatus Architects: Rig Replacement Programs and Current Trends
June 4, 2008
2 min read
In this month's edition of the Apparatus Architects, hosts Tom Shand and Michael Wilbur take a look at some of the recent trends in new units being purchased. One of the new trends is the ever increasing size of pumpers. They discuss the features including length and added load capacity. Shand and Wilbur also look at the larger water tanks. They wrap up the trends discussion with a review of quints versus ladder trucks. The Apparatus Architects talk about the importance of apparatus replacement programs. Shand and Wilbur also discuss recent news items involving fire apparatus, including crashes and the death of a firefighter struck by a ladder pipe in Pennsylvania. They applaud NIOSH officials their quick response to publish a safety alert. Please send any suggestions, questions or comments, to: [email protected].Related Links• NIOSH Releases Aerial Ladder Advisory Following Pennsylvania LODD• Emergency Vehicle ResponseSee the Apparatus Architects Live The Apparatus Architects, Tom Shand and Michael Wilbur, will host a live podcast during the upcoming in July. After kicking some tires on the exhibit floor, stop by the classroom on Saturday, July 27 to ask the experts about your upcoming purchases. Shand and Wilbur will be presenting "Design Considerations for Heavy Rescue and Squad Apparatus" and "First Due Operations with the Engine and Truck" during the classroom lectures.Sponsored By:
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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.
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