EQUIPMENT DIGEST
RADIO ACCESSORY
Survivair® has introduced a radio communications system that enables workers wearing full face masks to communicate with each other or with a base station via a two-way radio. A small microphone is installed inside a prepunched facepiece lens and a speaker is attached to either side of the lens rim assembly. Lightweight, water-resistant.
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FIRE ALARM PANEL
Federal Signal’s new FireLarm 3000 Control Panel is designed for small to mid-size buildings. Fully integrated with four Class B initiating zones plus a 5th sprinkler supervisor)’ zone. Displays zone and system status. Supports two wire smoke detectors and waterflow switches.
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ANTENNA
Cel wave’s PD10085L, “The Localizer,” is a microcell sector antenna. The 6 db gain, 60degree panel unit features an extreme, 25degree downtilt to prevent overlap into adjacent cells and a 30 db null on horizontal for “splash” protection. A weather-resistant dome minimizes corrosion, and it is almost completely shielded within the grounded reflector.
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HOSE ACCESSORY
Hose-Pac, Inc.’s new hi-rise kit holds 50 to 100 feet of 1 1/2″ or 1 3/4″ hose in a double donut roll on smooth rubber spindles. Its design allows the user to lay hose while carrying the device up or down stairs, around corners, and over low walls. Lifetime guarantee.
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ELECTRICAL CORD
Fire Power, a subsidiary of Duraline, offers a patented portable power distribution system for the firefighting service that is waterproof, is crushproof, and delivers electrical power safely. Heavy-duty tapered pins, completely watertight connections.
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BURN GIL
Water-Jel® is capable of extinguishing burning white phosphorous (found in pyrotechnics of all types) and preventing reignition for at least one hour. Water-Jel® removes the heat base and microencapsulates the phosphorus depriving it of oxygen. It helps relieve pain, lower skin temperature, and protect the wound from further contamination. Comes in bandage and blanket form.
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ABSORBENT SOCKS
Technologies new Tadpole zorbent socks, for industrial leak and spill cleanup of nonaggressive water-based and petroleum-based fluids, can both reduce disposal waste and recover up to 67 percent of the fluid absorbed by the sock for reuse. It has an covering and recycled newspaper pulp core treated to be flameresistant and self-extinguishing.
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TWO-WAY RADIO
Midland LMR’s new 70-l45/245XTs are 16channel programmable FM two-way portable radios with VHF or UHF bands. Improvements include screw-on helical antennas, a restyled high-impact black plastic housing, and a 16-position detent rotary channel selector switch. A new 490-512 MHz model has been added in the UHF band.
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DIESEL ADDITIVE
Nalco Chemical Company’s Winter Thaw™ diesel fuel treatment is designed to make fuel flow after it has gelled due to cold weather operation. Winter Thaw™ will help thaw the paraffin wax crystals in diesel fuel that can plug fuel filters and fuel lines.
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TRAUMA KIT
Collar® Company’s Immobilizer Trauma Kit contains more than 40 different items packed into one 1 1″ high, 9″ wide, and 22 1/2″ long Denier Nylon case. Included are collars, splints, assorted gauze, and latex gloves.
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DISPATCHER SOFTWARE
Informed Management Environment, Inc.’s Address Search and Print (ASAP) software gives a dispatcher a hard-copy printout of valuable information about the site of an emergency including a dispatch history of the address, access details, the presence of hazardous materials, and map of the area. The information is printed in less than a minute. Needs only limited information to determine the emergency site.
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INFRARED CAMERA
LS.I. Group, Inc.’s Model 91 VideoTherm is a hand-held portable infrared camera. It is 100 percent solid state and video/audio compatible, allowing for videotape review. Can be used for checking electrical or steam systems; checking for flash piles; and other applications. Several interchangeable lenses available.
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COMBINATION TOOL
The Invention Submission Corp.’s WSH-508 Hammerhawk combines the functions of a hammer, a hatchet, and hydrant valve wrench. The head design also enables the tool to be used for prying and nail-pulling. Detachable accessories allow the tool to function as a chisel, wrecking bar, or wrench to open and close natural gas line valves. Circle No. 26 on Reader Service Card
MOUNTING DEVICE
Ziamatic Corp.’s Zico Buddy is a mounting device that holds air cylinders or similar items. The system is comprised of heavy-duty webbing, a hook and loop closure, and D’ rings for secure mounting. Adjustable, noncorrosive.
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