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Mifflin Valley Reflective Apparel’s CATALOG includes reflective public safety clothing such as vests, fire coats, bunker pants, and jumpsuits. Badges, shoes, uniforms, and other emergency service items are also featured. (888) 775-5209.
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Pelican’s L1-LED FLASHLIGHT provides up to 50,000 hours of light. Uses four LR 44 1.5-volt alkaline coin cells (included) for up to 100 hours of battery life. End switch allows activation of momentary blink or continuous light. Includes breakaway safety neck lanyard and pocket clip. Water resistant and corrosionproof. (310) 326-4700.
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T-N-T Tools, Inc. TNT TOOL is available in five sizes to fit various needs. Configurations include 8.5-pound head with a 35- or 40-inch overall length and a 6.5-pound head with 30-, 35-, or 40-inch overall length. Choice of yellow or black handle. (800) 83-TOOLS.
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National Foam, part of the Kidde Fire Fighting organization, is hosting its 21st FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS SCHOOL at Texas A&M University, December 4-7, 2001. The school is a three-day program of classroom and live-burn field evolutions, including rarely practiced night burns. Starting with conceptual study, the program leads into practical applications against three-dimensional fires, API tank blazes, process unit fires, and marine engine room burns. The school attracts both industrial and municipal firefighters who may have to deal with such hazards. Web site: www.kidde-fire.com, or contact Frank Bateman (Training Manager) at (925) 229-1284; fax: (925) 228-9757; E-Mail: 1Fracas@msn.com.
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Fireblast 451, Inc.‘s FIREFLASH TRAINER is a portable three-room structure with retractable walls that can be opened to create a fire behavior chamber. The 52-inch mobile trailer includes a 248-gallon propane capacity, an onboard generator, smoke machines, three gas-fired props, and basement and roof ventilation props. The trainer can be used for flashover, interior/exterior attack, vertical/ horizontal ventilation, and search/rescue. (909) 277-8319.
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The KME FLAMESHIELDTM INTERFACE TRUCK is built on a KME custom chassis and has flexibility for structural firefighting and pump and roll capability to protect wildland areas. KME’s exclusive Flameshield burn-over protection system is designed to allow a fully geared crew to survive a burn of up to 2,0007F for five minutes. FLAMESHIELD is a thermally insulated, track-mounted window protection system that includes double-panel thermal windshield glass and high-temperature tempered side windows. The track system is set for rapid deployment to minimize setup time during emergencies. Features include high temperature door gasket materials, a fully insulated cab interior, and an all-aluminum cab for maximum heat dissipation. (800) 235-3928.
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The G20 and G40 PORTABLE GAS DETECTORS from General Monitors feature full-sized electrochemical cells and simultaneously monitors from one to four toxic gases, oxygen deficiency, and combustible gas. G-series is highly resistant to impact and chemical exposure and is designed to meet IP65 standards; both portable units are approved for damp and dusty environments. A 10-hour minimum NiMH battery is standard. (949) 581-4464.
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The LiquiTrans SYSTEM enables three firefighters to pick up 11/2-miles of six-inch hose in less than an hour. Specially designed power rollers bring hose into bed for folding while electronic sensors at head sense approach of storz coupling to open recovery head and allow passage of coupling. Available as system or component, features containerized hose layers and high-capacity submersible pumps that can reach water supplies up to 200 feet away without drafting. Skid units can supply up to 2,000 gpm. Video available. (800) 447-5669.
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The new SHELTEXTM SHELTER by Unifold Shelters Ltd. involves no assembly and can be set up in 45 seconds. The fanfold shelter is made of strong, durable plastic that unfolds like an accordion and includes mildew-resistant floor. Applications include rehab, decon, command post, triage, and first aid. Available with integral fabric end walls and optional integrated decon showers. Sizes range from 10 by six feet to 10 by 18 feet; larger units may be made to order. (905) 528-4448.
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The PULSARTM SINGLE-GAS DETECTOR from MSA features a maintenance-free, 24-month service life and detects carbon monoxide, oxygen, and hydrogen sulfide. Includes a large numeric display, a long-life lithium battery, and standard spring and suspension clips for attachment to clothing, belt, or helmet. (800) MSA-2222.
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Sonic Jet’s FIRE RESCUE JET can be used to fight fires onboard other boats and rescue accident victims. It has a 12-foot overall length, 94-inch beam, and a V-shaped hull for stability in as little as 10 inches of water. Capable of speeds up to 55 mph. Powered by 175-hp Mercury Marine Sport Jet engine. (714) 895-0944.
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The redesigned SUR-VIVORT FLASHLIGHT from Streamlight has the exclusive Smoke CutterT optics and a black-dot xenon 25,000-candlepower bulb to cut through smoke, fog, and mist. The flashlight has a 1.7 hour-continuous run time and may be recharged up to 1,000 times. The new PiggybackTM charging system permits simultaneous charging of light and spare battery. New steel-hinged door and latch expedite battery replacement. UL certified safety approval for Class I, Division 2. (800) 523-7488.

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A 15-page LDH SYSTEM HARDWARE CATALOG from Harrington, Inc. includes product specifications and other information for intake/relief valves; two-, three-, and four- way siamese; gate valves; male/female adapters; and a variety of other hydraulic products. (800) 553-0078.
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J.C. Moore Industries’s E-Z DROP SYSTEM is designed to lower ground ladders from overhead “up” position to waist-high “down” position, expediting ladder removal. Stainless-steel ladder rack can be installed on existing apparatus. (724) 475-3185.
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The American LaFrance UNIMOG PUMPER includes a 500-gallon water tank with 20-gallon integral foam cell, 1,000-gpm pump, Elkhart Sidewinder 60-gpm monitor, and Schmidt-Wausau D3H Dozer blade assembly. Powered by a Mercedes Benz 230-hp MBE900, six-cylinder diesel engine coupled with an eight-speed Mercedes automated manual transmission with Telligent shifting and two-speed transfer case. Other features include permanent all-wheel drive, 50-degree wheel cut, and high-ground clearance. (800) ALF-TRUCK.
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The Amrel Systems LLC ROCKY UNLIMITED MOBILE COMPUTER has an Intel Pentium III 700 Mhz processor, a mini PCI slot, and enhanced expansion capabilities. It’s engineered to support a coexisting LAN card/fax modem, CDPD, and COM 3/4 card. Certified to MIL-STD 810E for shock, vibration, water, humidity, and temperature resistance. Features Alpha-StarTM sunlight readable touch screen. (800) 882-6735.
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DeWalt’s METAL CUT-TING BLADES are de-signed for cutting ferrous, nonferrous, and stainless-steel materials and last up to 40 times long-er than abrasive wheels. Made with specially formulated carbide and titanium, blades can cut pipe, threaded rod, tubing, and angle iron. Available blades include 12- and 14-inch heavy-gauge metal blades for cutting 1/8-inch to 1/2-inch section and two-inch solid material; 14-inch light-gauge metal blades for cutting 25-gauge to 3/16-inch section and one-inch solid material; and others. (800) 4-DEWALT.
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Elevator Rescue: Rope Gripper Entrapment

Mike Dragonetti discusses operating safely while around a Rope Gripper and two methods of mitigating an entrapment situation.
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Two Workers Killed, Another Injured in Explosion at Atlanta Delta Air Lines Facility

Two workers were killed and another seriously injured in an explosion Tuesday at a Delta Air Lines maintenance facility near the Atlanta airport.