The Fire Service Scoop: Vector Solutions' Product Linkage, 2026 Nutella Stacks for Giving Back Grants

The Fire Service Scoop contains news from around the fire service including Vector Solutions linking two of its products, a new dispatch system for Ontario, CA, fire department and NVFC's 2026 Nutella Stacks for Giving Back grants for volunteer fire departments.

Updates from the fire service industry include Vector Solutions connecting two of its products to improve staffing and scheduling in public safety agencies, Asset Panda's new asset tracking software and the appointment of a new president for Team Wendy. 

Below is a roundup of recent news headlines:

Vector Solutions Linking Vector Scheduling and TargetSolutions

  • Vector Solutions is linking together Vector Scheduling and TargetSolutions, providing real-time visibility into training and credential data to improve staffing and operational readiness for public safety agencies.

Asset Panda's New AI-Powered Fire Department Asset Tracking Software

  • Asset Panda's cloud platform offers fire departments a solution for equipment tracking, NFPA compliance and maintenance management.

Volunteer Fire Departments Receive 2026 Nutella Stacks for Giving Back Grants

  • Nutella and Pearl Milling Company donated $50,000 through the NVFC to support volunteer fire departments across the United States.

Ontario, CA, Fire and Police Integrate Octave Dispatch Solution

  • Collaboration with Octave's CAD system enhances Ontario's public safety ecosystem.

Vasilios Brachos Appointed as Team Wendy President

  • Vasilios Brachos, with nearly 25 years of experience in head protection systems, has been named President of Team Wendy.

Streamlight Debuts ProTac 2.0 Ducks Unlimited Headlamp

  • This limited-edition headlamp from Streamlight and Ducks Unlimited delivers 2,000 lumens of brightness, multiple operating programs and a rechargeable battery pack.

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