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Medix Specialty Vehicles’ TYPE II SILVER HAWK AMBULANCES are available on Ford E-350 Super Cargo Van and Chevy or GMC chassis with 155- and 135-inch wheelbases with a choice of gas or diesel power. Its 17-inch raised roof allows an interior height of at least 66 inches throughout the transport and treatment area. The seamless, fully molded modular fiberglass interior is stainproof, easy to sanitize, and durable. Storage, electrical compartments, and life support and cabinets are all molded into interior walls. (219) 266-0911.
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Milnor introduces a new line of 35- to 60-pound GEAR GUARDIAN WASHER/EXTRACTORS designed for laundering firefighter turnout gear. The machines comply with NFPA 1851 re-quirements and feature rugged structure and single-motor drive systems and controls with 30 formula selections. These T-Series machines use water and fuel efficiently and fit through 36-inch doorframes for easy installation. (800) 469-8780.
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The 091-139-2-12 AUTO ISOLATER from Kussmaul Electronics Company completely isolates a vehicle’s auxiliary battery from its main battery and keeps auxiliary battery fully charged whenever alternator has sufficient output. A circuit allows for paralleling the main and auxiliary batteries during cranking whenever auxiliary battery has sufficient charge. Battery is isolated with solenoid-operated contactor, which can save as much as 70 watts and reduce strain on alternator. (800) 346-0857.
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DeWalt‘s new GENERATORS include the DG6000 heavy-duty gasoline generator that has Honda’s 11-hp OHV GX engine with special air intake, choke, and carburetion system for easy starting, a brushless alternator, and 5,000-watt continuous AC output. The DG4300 gasoline generator provides 3,800 watts continuous and 4,300 watts maximum AC power. Generators have four 120-watt GFCI receptacles. (800) 4-DE-WALT.
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The ASHTECH® SOLUTIONS™ 2.0 GLOBAL POSITIONING SOFTWARE from Magellan Corporation provides continuous kinematic data processing, ground coordinates computation, and manual vector processing. It offers capabilities for mission planning, data processing, transformations, report generation, and data export to standard formats. Operates on Windows® 95/98/NT. (800) 922-2401.
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The Pelican BLACK KNIGHT SERIES FLASHLIGHTS includes the M7, M9, M11, and LaserPro M13 rechargeable with a range 10,000 to 90,000 candlepower. M7 uses wall/dash mount charger and has one-hour, 20-minute burn time. M9 (one-hour burn time), M11 (13/4-hour burn time), and LaserPro (21/2-hour burn time) use Smart Charger with three- to four-hour charge time. (310) 326-4700.
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The Emergency Film Group has a training video entitled TECHNICAL RESCUE: AWARENESS with accompanying Leader’s Guide that addresses awareness level requirements for those first on scene at technical emergencies. It covers the following rescue situations: confined space, rope, structural collapse, vehicle/machinery, wilderness, water, and trench excavation. Informs trainees about specific hazards and appropriate protective and supportive actions to take for first responders. (508) 627-8844.
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The SPECTROLINE® TFK-100 FORENSIC INSPECTION KIT from Spectronics Corporation enables forensic specialists to expose latent fingerprints, trace amounts of clothing fibers, and other evidence at a suspected crime scene. Kit includes the Titan® TL-100/12 UVBlue™ inspection lamp with a 12-volt rechargeable battery and fluorescence-enhancing glasses. Titan lamp has 20-foot inspection range. (800) 274-8888.
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Setcom‘s SYSTEM 920 is designed specifically to meet the communications needs of fire apparatus aer-ials. It permits turn-table and two bas- ket crew members to have intercom access among them- selves and radio access through vehicle’s mobile radio. Modular system allows features to be added periodically and provides shielded interconnect and radio cabling, RFI/EMI protection. Two-year warranty. (800) 966-1034.
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The GLADIATOR FF CUSTOM CHASSIS AND CAB from Spartan Motors offers a variety of tilt cab and seating options. Other features and options include multiplex gauges, optional stainless-steel wrap with LED warning and turn lamps, and AC condenser hidden behind light bar with 10-inch raised roof. (517) 543-6400.
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Weldon Technologies, Inc. LIGHTING AND MULTIPLEX SYSTEMS BROCHURE features NFPA-compliant light bars, surface-mount tail lamps, LED clearance and marker lamps, dual-function interior dome lamp, and exterior lighting in stainless-steel construction. Other products include emergency vehicle flashers, LED surface-mount utility/compartment/water level indicators, and V-MUX™ hardware/software/ interface tools. (800) 989-2718.
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FOUR-FOLD DOORS for fire stations from Electric Power Door are designed for adverse conditions including earthquakes, hurricanes, extreme cold, and high winds. Heavy-duty, high-cycle doors operate for two to three million cycles, lasting as much as 20 to 30 times longer than conventional doors. They operate at two feet per second and are always in view of driver, eliminating the possibility of clipping apparatus. Options include automated controls, arch openings, and custom designed door panels. (800) 346-5760.
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The FIREGUARD COMMANDER GLOVES from Safeguard America, Inc, have Cross-techT Direct GripT glove inserts that combine moisture barrier and thermal liner in one. DurSoftT leather shell absorbs 50 percent less water and re-duces weight on hands. Certified to meet NFPA 1971-1997. (888) 268-3250.
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ATEC, Inc. is a provider of EMERGENCY SERVICE EDUCATION for emergency service providers. It uses more than 200 instructors and consultants from around the country to provide education on topics including haz mats, medical training, fire protection, and terrorism prevention. It also offers custom databases and software for EMS reporting, NFIRS 5.0 fire re-porting, payroll/shift scheduling, and training records and certification. (888) 433-ATEC.
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Scott Health & Safety’s WIRELESS TALK-AROUND™ COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM is designed for use with Scott’s AV-2000® facepiece. Facepiece-mounted radio has four wireless communications channels, mask-mounted microphone, flexible ear boom, and PTT. Toggle switch and optional radio cable interface attached to walkie-talkie allow longer range communication. (704) 282-8400.
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FRECKLES THE FIRE DOG™ ROBOT is an animated robot from Robotronics. It winks, blinks, and moves around by remote control. Made of impact-resistant plastic covered with synthetic fur, weighs 100 pounds, and is 24 inches wide and 50 inches tall. (800) 762-6876.
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The ULTRA DEWATERING BAG from UltraTech is designed to prevent sediments and hydrocarbons from entering storm drains and catch basin inlets. Standard sizes include six 2 six feet, 10 2 5 feet, and 15 2 15 feet. (800) 353-1611.
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Diesel America West‘s DPL100 FPG PORTABLE FIRE PUMP features a Yanmar diesel engine and can be used in freshwater or saltwater environments. It has a 350-gpm flow rate and generates a maximum 110-psi pressure. Produces a maximum vertical suction lift of 27 feet with a dynamic head of 260 feet. (800) 343-7351.
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Awards & More produces SOLID WOOD PLAQUES that are available in oak, cherry/walnut, and maple/walnut. Awards can feature badge or patch and be personalized with the name and department. Sizes range from five 2 seven inches to 12 2 15 inches. Larger sizes available. (888) 811-2020.
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The 25-minute RESPONSE TO ANTHRAX THREATS VIDEO from Emergency Film Group uses live footage of training exercises for response to a variety of anthrax threat scenarios. Explains role of fire, police, EMS, and other responders. Covers hazards, symptoms, evidence management, dealing with exposures, decontamination, and cleanup. Provides guidelines from National Defense Preparedness Office. (800) 842-0999.
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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.