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Dynamic Variable Intensity flash patterns from Whelen Engineering are designed to create a calm warning environment and advanced level of safety at nighttime emergency scenes....
Jan. 19, 2022
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Designed to deliver maximum light intensity, Whelen’s low-profile Pioneer Summit Series is available in multiple preconfigured spot, flood, and scene optic combinations with optional...
May 9, 2019
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Introducing the Pioneer LiFe Series, a family of revolutionary battery-powered portable area lights designed to bring Whelen’s advanced Pioneer technology where other lights can...
April 27, 2016
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Reshape the future of emergency warning lights with the M6V2 and M9V2; a new generation of versatile, compact lightheads that implement Whelen’s Super-LED® technology and act ...
May 28, 2014

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Nominations are open for the Whelen Everyday Champion program, which celebrates acts of bravery, exceptional valor, and community service.
July 24, 2024
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LYT and Whelen Engineering Proudly Announce Partnership For Emergency Vehicle Preemption Solutions
Cutting-edge LYT.emergency Vehicle Preemption Solution combines with Whelen Cloud Platform® to improve emergency vehicle response.
April 17, 2024
Getzville Patch
The Getzville (NY) Fire Company has selected Spartan Emergency Response and its authorized dealer, Colden Enterprises, to provide the company with three Spartan Custom Pumpers...
May 25, 2021
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The Endicott, NY, Fire Department has taken delivery of a new pumper truck from Toyne that features a Hale QMAX pump and 800-gallon water tank.
April 12, 2021
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FORT COLLINS, CO. — Loveland Fire Rescue Authority officials have finalized plans to add two new custom fire trucks, built by SVI Trucks, one of the top fire apparatus manufacturers...
Aug. 30, 2018
The City of Toronto has recently awarded a bid for nine custom pumpers to E-ONE and its dealer, Carrier Centers.
April 3, 2014
Photo by Dennis C. Sharpe
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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
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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
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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...
Jan. 25, 2012
THE CITY OF UNION, SC, FIRE DEPARTMENT has taken delivery of a KME 102-foot rearmount AerialCat platform built on a KME Predator MFD chassis. The unit features a 475-hp Maxxforce 13 engine, IQAN aerial motion control system, 2,000-gpm Waterous CSU pump, 10-kilowatt Harrison MAS generator, Whelen warning light package and KME Straight Shot hosebed with rear chute.
THE CITY OF UNION, SC, FIRE DEPARTMENT has taken delivery of a KME 102-foot rearmount AerialCat platform built on a KME Predator MFD chassis. The unit features a 475-hp Maxxforce...
June 23, 2011

Blogs

Apparatus cabs and chassis and bodies were included in the American LaFrance auction in August.
Late this summer, an auction of about $8M in fire truck parts was held at the American LaFrance South Carolina plant. Where did it all go?
Oct. 21, 2014

Articles

Photo courtesy of TOMAR Electronics
Miami-Dade, FL, Fire Rescue recently specified TOMAR Electronics’ dual-mode lights for apparatus as a means of being able to better focus light on scene.
Barry Furey spoke with fire departments and suppliers to be able to provide fire departments and apparatus committee members with information about the very latest advancements...
Dec. 13, 2021
Photo by Scott LaPrade
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In the 2020 Apparatus Showcase, manufacturers display the latest and greatest in fire-rescue and EMS apparatus.
Nov. 1, 2020
Photos by Glen E. Ellman
Firefighters and EMS personnel put their lives at risk the moment that they step off of their apparatus or out of their vehicle onto a roadway on which traffic continues to move past them. All of us should be trained on establishing a safe working environment while managing traffic.
Chief Billy Goldfeder reminds that risks to your safety exist beyond burning buildings.
Feb. 1, 2020
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In the 2019 Apparatus Showcase, manufacturers display the latest and greatest in fire-rescue and EMS apparatus.
Nov. 1, 2019
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Command Light believes firefighters should elevate lights above the apparatus to provide the best scene coverage. It makes light towers to provided the lift.
Ed Ballam talked with manufacturers who agree that the most important scene lighting on fire apparatus are usable lights.
Oct. 11, 2018
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FLIR displayed its Unmaned Aircraft System (UAS) thermal imaging kits. The M10 640-19 has two gimbals, one for a visible camera and the other for a thermal imager. The device offers responders more options for surveillance of scenes and size-up.
Vendors from all sectors of the fire service displayed their latest technological achievements at Firehouse Expo.
Oct. 20, 2017
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Warning light manufacturer Code 3 is offering a new style of light called PriZm II. It features three rows of eight LED lightheads that can flash in a variety of patterns.
Apparatus warning light manufacturers talk tech innovations, including LED lights, with Ed Ballam.
Sept. 15, 2017
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
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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
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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

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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

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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
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
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
Photo by Dennis C. Sharpe
THE EAST GREENWICH TOWNSHIP, NJ, FIRE & RESCUE DEPARTMENT has taken delivery of an E-ONE eMAX rescue engine.
HALTOM CITY, TX, FIRE/RESCUE has taken delivery of a Rosenbauer Cobra 100-foot midmount aerial platform mounted on a Rosenbauer Commander chassis. Components include a Rosenbauer...
April 1, 2014
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THE EATONTOWN, NJ, FIRE DEPARTMENT has taken delivery of a Pierce Velocity 75-foot quint equipped with a 500-hp Detroit Diesel DD13 engine, 2,000-gpm Waterous pump, 500-gallon...
Jan. 1, 2014
Photo by Jim Regan
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Firehouse® presents its annual Apparatus Showcase, featuring the latest manufacturer offerings.
Nov. 1, 2013
Photo by Dennis C. Sharpe
THE PINE HILL, NJ, FIRE DEPARTMENT has taken delivery of an E-ONE E-Max rescue pumper
THE PINE HILL, NJ, FIRE DEPARTMENT has taken delivery of an E-ONE E-Max rescue pumper built on an E-ONE Typhoon X Long chassis powered by a 450-hp Cummins ISL engine with Jacobs...
Oct. 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
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
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
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
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...
March 1, 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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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
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
Brush Engine 44 is built on a 2010 Ford F-750 chassis with a heavy duty aluminum body constructed by Rosenbauer Fire Apparatus.
Since the inception of the Innovative Rigs on the Street articles back in December, 2009 we have featured a number of pumpers, aerial devices and other vehicles which were designed...
Sept. 9, 2011
Irons are mounted at the right side of the body. Equipment can be carried in a number of configurations based upon the needs and operational requirements of the department.
In last month’s installment of Innovative Rigs on the Street, we featured a new Sutphen pumper built for the Fuller Road Fire Department in the Town of Colonie, NY. Over the years...
Aug. 6, 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
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THE BROOKSIDE FIRE COMPANY in Mendham Township, NJ, has taken delivery of a Pierce Velocity PUC apparatus equipped with a 500-hp Cummins ISM engine, 1,500-gpm pump, 750-gallon water tank, 25-gallon foam tank, Husky foam system, 10-kilowatt Harrison generator, Whelen LED lighting package and 6,000-watt Will-Burt Night Scan light tower.
THE BROOKSIDE FIRE COMPANY in Mendham Township, NJ, has taken delivery of a Pierce Velocity PUC apparatus equipped with a 500-hp Cummins ISM engine, 1,500-gpm pump, 750-gallon...
June 23, 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
THE NAPANOCH, NY, FIRE DISTRICT has taken delivery of a KME custom pumper built on a KME Predator MFD chassis. Components include a 515-hp Detroit Diesel Series 60 engine, 1,500-gpm Hale Qmax pump, 1,500-gallon poly water tank, 20-gallon foam cell, Akron 3126 foam system, 15-kilowatt Onan generator, ASA Voyager camera, Hannay reels and Whelen warning lights. Indicate 2XX on the Reader Service Card.
THE NAPANOCH, NY, FIRE DISTRICT has taken delivery of a KME custom pumper built on a KME Predator MFD chassis. Components include a 515-hp Detroit Diesel Series 60 engine, 1,500...
March 25, 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
Photo by Tom W. Shand
Engine 148 carries three low mounted single-stack crosslays with discharges that are under each hose bed to allow each line to be easily removed and used in conjunction with a 3-inch leader line.
There are many areas of the country where innovative pieces of apparatus can be found. Some of these vehicles are older, used units which were acquired and then heavily modified...
Jan. 27, 2010
While the apparatus measures almost 60 feet in length, the tractor-drawn aerial ladder is one of the most maneuverable units for departments to operate and provides an extensive amount of enclosed compartment space for equipment and ground ladders.
Like a great movie screenplay that deserves a sequel, this month we are going to return to visit with the Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department in Saint Mary's County, MD to review...
Jan. 27, 2010