The Fire Service Scoop: CSFI Awards, Pierce Manufacturing Expansion and More Fire Service Updates
Here is a look at updates around the fire service including a new president for Pierce Manufacturing, the CFSI 36th Annual National Fire and Emergency Services Symposium and Dräger AirBoss SCBA has been approved for use in the United States.
Here is a roundup of recent news headlines:
Pierce Manufacturing Names New President
- Pierce Manufacturing appointed Marty Bass as its new president.
Dräger PSS AirBoss SCBA Available in the United States
- Dräger introduces the AirBoss SCBA in the U.S., certified to the NFPA 1970 2025 standards, featuring ergonomic design, simplified controls and firefighter input.
Elkhart Brass Wins 'Coolest Thing Made IN Indiana' Contest
- Elkhart Brass’s XD Glow-in-the-Dark Smooth Bore Nozzle has been crowned the 2025 "Coolest Thing Made in Indiana."
CFSI Awards and Registration for Annual Symposium and Dinner
- The Congressional Fire Services Institute (CFSI) 36th Annual National Fire and Emergency Services Symposium in Washington D.C. gathers fire leaders to honor achievements, network and discuss safety innovations.
Pierce Manufacturing Expands Florida Operations
- 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.
Dräger and MES Life Safety Partner to Expand AirBoss Access
- Dräger partners with MES Life Safety to strengthen its support network across the United States, offering expanded access to the AirBoss SCBA.
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Ryan Baker is a writer and associate editor with prior experiences in online and print production. Ryan is an associate editor for Firehouse with a master's degree in sciences of communication from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. He recently completed a year of teaching Intro to Public Speaking at UW-Whitewater, as part of his graduate program. Ryan acquired his bachelor's degree in journalism in 2023 from UW-Whitewater, and operates currently out of Minneapolis, MN. Baker, also writes freelances for the Ultimate Frisbee Association (UFA) in his free time, while also umpiring baseball for various ages across the Twin Cities Metro Area.