Products/Services/Media

LIFE HAMMER™


Innovation Distributing: Designed to aid rescuers at auto extrication incidents. Combines double-tipped hammer for breaking auto side windows and protected blade for cutting seatbelt. Optional Cordora™ nylon belt holster. Available in safety orange, chrome, silver, and wood finishes. (805) 568-0227.

KITCHEN FIRE SAFETY VIDEO


Syndistar, Inc.: Provides precautions to follow while cooking and teaches viewers to control cooking equipment (one of the leading causes of fires in the home). Teaches importance of wearing tightly fitted sleeves, turning all pot handles inward, and avoiding high flames. Instructs viewers on maintaining a clean kitchen and checking that all outlets and cords are in good working order. Emphasizes kitchen safety when children are present. (800) 841-9532.

SOFTTRAILS CASUAL FOOTWEAR


Weinbrenner Shoe Company: Designed for working around the office or home. Uppers are full-grain leather. Fully lined to wick away moisture. Contoured EVA and leather heel cup insole system absorbs shock and reduces fatigue. VibramT outsole. Available in a variety of colors. (800) 826-0002.

EAGLE IMAGER MOBILE ANTENNA


Scott Health and Safety: New magnetic mounted mobile antenna designed for use with Scott’s Eagle Imager camera. Offered as a customer option for the current dish. Magnetic mounting base attaches quickly to a truck or command vehicle, eliminating the need for tripod and dish setup. Receiver kit features “one time only” setup feature. Omnidirectional antenna does not require pointing in the direction of the camera. (800) 633-3915.

UNIVERSAL DC 58328 ROCKER SWITCHES


Cole Hersee Company: Modular switches use silver contacts for improved conduction over brass or copper. Internal gasket seal protects against adverse weather and spills. Optional illumination with dependent (lights only when switch is on) or independent (lights also when switch is off) circuitry. Combination of two circuitries allows dual illumination. Available options include snap-in lenses, different configurations, and colors. (617) 268-2100, ext. 203.

WIRE ROPE CUTTERS

Ziamatic Corporation: Features drop-forged, finely ground steel heads and drop-forged aluminum handles. Cuts cleanly without crushing or deforming ends of wire. Designed for situations in which bolt cutters will not work. Vinyl cushion grip handles will not slip. Available from 73/4- to 251/2-inch OAL for cutting wire rope between 1/2 and 3/8 inches thick, and steel cable between 3/16 and 11/32 inches thick. (800) 711-3473.

MEDI-WRAPS


The Medi-Kid Company: Arm and leg immobilizer stabilizes limbs en route to hospital. Unbreakable plastic sewn into durable padded wraps holds limbs straight, gently restricting movement and access to IVs during transport. Four inches of fastener run down edge of wrap for quick application to accommodate small and large adults. Wraps need not be removed for X-ray, CAT scan, or MRI patients. (888) 463-3543.

6521-21 ORBITAL SUPER SAWZALL?


Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp.: High-performance antivibration cutting tool provides 11 amps and up to 3,200 strokes a minute with 13/4-inch blade stroke. Orbital blade provides cutting for demolition renovation work. Exclusive gear-protecting clutch absorbs impact to protect gear train, bearing, and other internal mechanisms during extreme applications. (800) 729-3878.

GENUINE N14 OVERHAUL KIT


Cummins Engine Company, Inc.: Available for 1991-1994 N14 engines. Contains six TriTechT Plus cylinder kits, upper engine gasket set, 12 rod bearings, a main bearing set, an oil pan gasket, and three Genuine ReCon heads. Warranty covers overhaul components for up to three years or 300,000 miles. (812) 377-5000.

PROFILER? DRIVER EVALUATOR


SouthPeak Interactive: Diagnostic tool evaluates and trains drivers. Measures decision making skills, abilities, and reaction time while maneuvering through realistic driving environment. Performance is rated; scores reveal strengths and weaknesses. (919) 677-4999.

RING PTT BUTTON ACCESSORY


Motorola: Ring push-to-talk accessory designed for the CommPortTM integrated microphone/receiver system for Motorola two-way radios. Fits on finger and permits user to activate radio transmission without excessive hand motion. CommPort system combines miniature microphone and receiver that fits securely on ear and is compatible with eyeglasses, helmets, and SCBA. (800) 422-4210.

F174 HDT HEAVY-DUTY TELESCOPIC PLATFORM

Bronto Skylift: 174-foot-tall aerial is NFPA 1901-compliant. Articulated jib boom provides up-and-over ability and delivers 1,000 gpm from platform-mounted electronic monitor at 174 feet. Platform has 90-degree swivel capability and allows for 1,000 pounds for firefighters and 243 pounds of equipment. Includes HurricaneT Tandem Front Steer tilt cab, Detroit Diesel Series 60 450-hp engine, and Allison HD4560PR transmission. (352) 237-1122.

GPR-990 BREATHING AIR ANALYZER

Advanced Instruments Inc.: Facilitates compliance with ANSI/Compressed Gas Association requirements for Type 1 Grade D Breathing Air. Checks oxygen, carbon- monoxide, and carbon dioxide content of air cylinders, respirators, and other breathing air supplies. Weighs 12 pounds and may be used for on-line or portable operation. (909) 392-6900.

TRANSMISSION OIL ANALYSIS KIT

Allison Transmission: Can be used with Allison’s TranSyndTM transmission fluid. Allows users to accurately determine optimal change intervals based on analysis instead of mileage. Users take fluid sample and send to Allison’s analysis labs in postage-paid container included in kit. Results are returned in about a week. Analysis provides metal analysis, water content, viscosity at 407C and 1007C, and total acid number. (888) 456-0120.

SINGLE-USE PROTECTIVE GLOVES


Wells Lamont Industry Group: Wide selection of latex, nitrile, and vinyl single-use gloves for EMS, fire, and police departments. Provides resistance to a wide variety of chemicals and oils encountered in emergency situations. Meets OSHA and Centers for Disease Control standards. (800) 247-3295.

PORTABLE AIR COMPRESSOR


Sears Industrial Sales: Provides 175 psi; features Twin V II two-stage pump that compresses air in two steps to increase air pressure output. 20-gallon vertical compressor runs on ordinary 120-volt current. Recycles whenever tank pressure drops to 140 psi so usable air pressure is maintained at peak efficiency. (800) 776-8666.

MILLER/TROLL FALL PREVENTION AND TRAINING TOOLBOX

Dalloz Fall Protection: Addresses all components of fall prevention/protection; teaches participants to identify fall hazards and safely use and inspect all personal fall arrest equipment. Comprehensive package includes PowerPointTM presentation on CD-Rom, 20-minute video, and instructor and participant training manuals. (800) 873-5242.

SKULL MICROPHONE SYSTEM

OTTO Communications: Designed for use with most breathing apparatus applications. Compact lightweight unit includes skull mic, ear cup receiver, and 80-millimeter body PTT. Skull microphone picks up voice through bone vibrations in human head. Mic and ear cup assemblies encapsulated in molded rubber shells for comfort and protection from the elements. Kit is compatible with four- or five-point facepiece harnesses and webbed-back harnesses. (888) 234-OTTO.

DRAGONFLY? PASS


MSA (Mine Safety Appliances Co.): Fully integrated into user’s MSA airmask, PASS automatically activates when air mask’s cylinder valve is opened. If no user movement is detected within 18 seconds, prealarm chirps begin. After three more seconds, prealarm switches to higher volume buzzes. In last three seconds before full alarm, sends out blasts of higher-pitched, higher-volume tones mixed with buzzes matching full-alarm volume. Full alarm emits 95-decibel alarm of two distinct sounds. (800) MSA-2222.

HEAVY RESCUE APPARATUS


Rescue 1: Features tip-out mounts for hydraulic tools that can be customized for easy access. Slideout underbody compartments have removable aluminum tool bins. Large exterior compartments have mounts for rescue equipment. Flexible design allows for handling of special requirements. (732) 223-1411.

OPEN TOP WATER TANK (LP)

Fireflex Division of SEI Industries, Ltd.: Fully self-supporting tank designed for structural firefighting in rural areas. Available capacities between 1,200 and 4,800 U.S. gallons. Low profile allows easy filling by any dumping system. Discharge through standard three-inch NPT outlets. (604) 946-3131.

DATA STORM™ SOFTWARE

Survivalink: Comprehensive, user-friendly data collection tool designed to help emergency personnel record and monitor data from prehospital medical emergencies. Enables emergency personnel to track patient information, rescue scene information, patient vitals, and therapy administered. Tracks AED patient data, user training/evaluation data, and device deployment statistics. (800) 991-5465.

HOSE BRIDGE


Turtle Plastics: Two-piece interlocking connectors form solid bridge to protect hose. Openings accommodate two five-, four-, and three-inch hoses. Constructed from recycled plastic. (440) 282-8008, ext. 209.

HYDROWEAVE FABRIC

AquaTex Industries: Developed for garments that aid in relieving heat stress associated with work in hot environments. Employs multilayer construction consisting of outer woven fabric shell, fibrous batt containing water-absorbent polymer, and conductive microporous film on fabric substrate. Body heat is transferred to Hydroweave material and released to outside environment by evaporation. Insulates wearer from heat. (800) 366-7753.

TURBODRAFT™ WATER EDUCTOR BROCHURE

Schutte & Koerting, LLC: Four-page color brochure outlines application of eductor that uses eductor technology and fire pump water pressure to generate flows up to 250 feet from water source. Flows up to 670 gpm may be achieved. Provides power to extend suction lift of bridge-mounted standing dry hydrants. Can be an integral part of permanent dry hydrant system. (215) 639-0900.

RHYTHMSIM™ PATIENT SIMULATOR

Armstrong Medical: Basic and Advanced patient simulators designed for practice in ACLS and PALS training. Provides more than 60 simulated rhythms. Uses standard ECG monitor and simulates between one and 12 leads while operating on both AC and DC power. Fully portable with up to 20 hours of battery power and has low-battery indicator. Upgrade modules available. (800) 323-4220.


Assured Flow Sales, Inc.: Bright orange, heavy-duty, four-mil polypropylene bags have “not in service” printed on them and may be used to identify out-of-service hydrants. (800) 388-0678.

MAGNAFIRE 3000T FLOODLIGHT


Havis-Shields Equipment Corporation: Incorporates high-intensity light output and compact design. Mirror-polished, field-replaceable reflector has increased vertical surface area and rounded parabolic corners for optimum efficiency. Low-profile housing measures 51/4 inches high by 131/2 inches wide. One-piece lens frame allows easy access to change bulbs. (800) 524-9900.

HOVERTREK-RESCUE VEHICLE


Neoteric Hovercraft: Permits rescue personnel to respond rapidly to emergencies in areas unreachable by other vehicles. Hovers nine inches above land, thin ice, or water. Four-passenger vehicle weighs 470 pounds; is 12 feet long by six feet, eight inches wide; and has low 45-inch profile. Accelerates up to 50 mph over water. Options include one-person operable trailer, stretcher mount, cabin, and all forms of communication equipment. Manufacturer provides free pilot training and certification with purchase. (800) 285-3761.

091-10-12 AUTO CHARGE 20


Kussmaul Electronics Co., Inc. Charger has three independently controlled outputs to charge three batteries of varying sizes and states of discharge. Parasitic battery load does not affect other batteries. Provides a total output of 20 amperes, and operation is completely automatic. Each battery is charged as needed; charging stops when the battery is completely charged. (800) 346-0857.

Hand entrapped in rope gripper

Elevator Rescue: Rope Gripper Entrapment

Mike Dragonetti discusses operating safely while around a Rope Gripper and two methods of mitigating an entrapment situation.
Delta explosion

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.