EQUIPMENT DIGEST
DEPARTMENTS
Safety Chart
The Dallas Fire Department is releasing a colorful growth chart emphasizing fire safety tips for children. The chart features a red-tipped match as the measuring stick for a child’s height development up to five feet. A line at the top allows a child to individualize the chart with his name. Animal characters along the match “speak” fire safety reminders, and the bottom line reminds children of the emergency number to dial in case of fire.
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Tone & Voice Pager
The NEC Mark II Tone & Voice Pager is now available in VHF low-band (30-50MHz) and high band (138-174MHz) frequencies, as well as, UHG (405-512MHz). The compact two-tone sequential Mark II Pager has been engineered to provide clear voice quality and powerful audio output to make voice messages clearly understood even with background noise or in weak signal areas. Available features include volume control, low voltage alarm, group call, antenna/earphone jack, auto reset and monitor/monopage function.
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Training Program
FireOut Systems, Ltd. announces its new Training Sample Program, designed to offer municipal and industrial fire departments the opportunity to improve their everyday performance. FireOut firefighting agent provides quick knockdown and complete extinguishment. Used regularly, it minimizes both fire and water damage and provides firefighters with a cooler, safer working environment.
Under the FireOut Training Sample Program, departments can purchase up to 10 gallons of FireOut direct from the factory at list price. Along with the product is information on how to conduct tests and a rebate form. Upon return of the rebate form, completed with information describing the tests performed, FireOut Systems will credit over half the initial list purchase price. The firefighters involved in the program will also receive a certificate of training recognizing their efforts to improve their knowledge and skills.
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Transportable Microcomputer
Emergency Data Systems (EDS) manufactures the System 10 Microstation (sm), the first fully transportable microcomputer workstation specifically designed to meet the speed, reliability, and emergency data requirements of small and medium-sized departments. The System 10 harnesses a powerful microcomputer with 10 megabytes of data storage capacity to a full-featured, 1,200 baud modem and a battery pack. The modem allows the microcomputer to connect in the phone system and access any of the large, national data services such as the National Library of Medicine or the Chemical Information System (CIS).
The battery pack allows the entire system to operate during power outages and electrical storms as well as from a vehicle at the scene of an incident. The System 10 Microstation is built into a single, rugged transport case to protect it from dust, debris, and vibration.
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Fire-Resistant Fabric
A complete new line of Panotex and Panotex-blend flame-proof fabrics, distributed by the AntiFlash Corp. offers industry a new dimension in protection against chemicals, molten steel, intense heat and flame.
During testing, when exposed to temperatures of 1,650°F for five minutes, and 932°F for a full four hours, Panotex would not char, sustain a flame, soften, melt, drip, or combust.
According to the manufacturer, the fabric (a combination of the latest carbon fiber technology and extensive textile manufacturing experience) did a far superior job of protection than conventional Aramid fibers, which, at 1,650°F tend to plasticize and degrade in seconds.
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High Pressure Purifier
Deltech Engineering, Inc. introduces the Del-Monox High Pressure Purifier whicfy provides safe, clean air for filling self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) cylinders. When used as directed, the purifier delivers breathing air which meets OSHA and Canadian Standards Association air quality requirements at pressures up to 5,000 psig. The purifiers use a four-stage process to remove carbon monoxide, oil, water vapor, particulates and unpleasant tastes and odors in a single replaceable cartridge. Cartridge life varies with inlet temperature and pressure.
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Valve
Hydra-Shield Manufacturing, Inc., announces a new, improved Pre-Con Valve, the Pre-Con II. Design improvements include a new streamlined valve float, larger streamlined waterway, and new “0”-ring seals. In addition to the improved flow, a variety of new options are available including Swivels, 30 degree Elbows, and Storz fittings for compatibility with large diameter hose.
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Fogless Insert
Smith Industrial Goggles has introduced its “Therma-Clear” fogless insert for use with self contained breathing apparatus, full-face respirators and face shields. The Smith system effectively eliminates fogging and is adaptable to a wide variety of mask and shield configurations.
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Smoke Ejector Carrier
Ziamatic Corp. produces the Blatt Pac, a spring-loaded backpack-type carrier which enables firefighters to transport smoke ejectors on their backs without strain. The Model SEH-BP carriers weigh just over 7 pounds and leave both hands free to handle equipment or climb ladders. Durable nylon straps and quick-adjusting buckles distribute the weight of the smoke ejector evenly and position the unit comfortably on the firefighter’s back.
Two spring-loaded arms hold the ejector firmly in place between the foot supports of the frame and the movable hand grips. Handles fit snugly over the top frame of any square-style smoke ejector. The Blatt Pac is made of high tensile strength aluminum and holds 16 or 18-inch smoke ejectors and can be converted to transport 12-inch ejectors by adding alternate tubes. It measures 20 1/2 inches high by 14 1/2 inches wide by 3 1/2 inches deep.
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Haz-mat Clothing
Chemical and gas protective garments have been introduced by Viking America, Inc. The Defender line of suits, designed for wear in hazardous chemical environments, provides resistance to solid, liquid and gaseous chemicals that can penetrate the skin. The suits are compatible with most breathing -apparatus, and are fitted with detachable gloves and safety boots. Different hoods are available for use with ambient and overpressure masks.
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Large Diameter Hose Connector
Three adjustable Siamese units, manufactured by MacAndrew Technology, adapt large hose connections to pumpers using two 2 1/2 inch discharge ports. Vertical or horizontal mount, 2,450 gpm with no more than five to 10 pound friction loss, the unit weighs 19 pounds or less, and, handled efficiently by one man, enables a 50% faster set-up time.
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Air Hammer Rescue Kits
Two air hammer safety rescue kits designed to eliminate explosion danger from flying sparks by firefighters or rescue personnel at auto, machinery or building accidents, have been announced by Superior Pneumatic and Manufacturing, Inc. The kits are said to allow rescue personnel to cut away auto door posts and tops in 20 seconds and auto door guard rails in 30 seconds without the explosion dangers of a cutting torch. A complete kit includes Superior’s heavy duty industrial air hammer; 6-inch, 7-inch and 11-inch chisels, air hose; UL-approved regulator and quick change safety retainer.
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