Products/Services/Media


Performance Advantage Company designed the LOOP HOOK as an efficient way to secure and hang items that have straps such as bags of chemical, biological, and radiological protective equipment. Such equipment might be damaged if not stored separately. The Loop Hook (part number 1027) is designed to accommodate straps on CBR-D bags to allow secure, independent storage and quick removal. Web site: www.pactoolmounts.com. (888) 514-0083.


The ZICO-2004 CATALOG features the new WalkawayT and Mechanical WalkawayT brackets designed to comply with the NFPA 1903 standard for mounting SCBA in crew areas of fire apparatus; new Wildland wheel chocks; the new Outside Arm Ladder System for mounting ladders and hard sleeves; and new utility tool holder and locking pins for mounting all types of equipment All new products and full line catalog are available on the Web site: www.ziamatic.com. (800) 711-3473.


The Bullard TI COMMANDER borrows its design from the Bullard TI and TIx, with an engine based on high resolution Raytheon BST technology. This analytical thermal imager comes standard with a five-inch backlit display and optional digital 22 zoom, digital image capture, relative heat indicator (RHI), thermal throttle, enhanced internal battery charging system, and custom startup graphics. (877) BULLARD.


The Brookdale EVACpro™ for the ScottT Emergency Escape Respirator is de-signed specifically for attachment to Scott-O-VistaT, AV-2000T, and AV-3000™ SCBA facepieces. EVACpro™ is designed to assist immediate escape in an emergency situation if a Scott SCBA user is involved in an “out of air” situation, providing 15 minutes of respiratory protection against smoke and typical fire gases including carbon monoxide (contact manufacturer for specifics of filter performance). Compact and light and weighs less than nine ounces. Manufactured by Brookdale (a DuPont Canada company). Web site: www.evacpro.com. (800) 459-3822.


The BumperchuteT COMMAND POST identifies the command post, provides additional shelter, and is hassle-free. The shelter is designed to protect the incident commander and the command post equipment and is self-supported from the vehicle. Weighs three pounds and is easily stored in the vehicle. One person can set up a Bumperchute on a SUV or van command unit. Provides coverage from the weather and overspray, reduces workplace glare on documents and electronic gear, and increases the visibility of the command post. Fits command unit vehicles with one-piece rear liftgate type doors or twin swinging rear cargo doors. Tailgate canopy attaches directly to the vehicle roof rack; roof mount anchor kit available. (866) 232-8189.

Grace Industries and Teletouch Communications have joined forces to introduce the LIFEGUARD SYSTEM that will help protect mobile lone workers. Using the Grace’s T PASS II, a proprietary man-down motion sensing device, or Grace’s SuperCell technology, the LifeGuard System links a wireless lone worker to a vehicle that is tracked by GPS. LifeGuard System can be activated manually or by lack of motion, and the tracking signal is received by central command. Within 30 seconds after activation, the wearer’s location is displayed on the command center’s computer screen, showing the longitude and latitude and street address. Where applicable, the name of the employee and other vital information such as a medical profile can be displayed. This technology also allows the command center to immediately disengage the vehicle’s ignition if it is stolen or the driver is threatened. (800) 204-7277. Web site: www.gracesales.com.


Media Resources, Inc.’s FIREFIGHTER 1 & 2 SERIES FOR FIREFIGHTER VIDEO TRAINING is now available, covering basic and advanced firefighter skills and knowledge. Most Media Resources, Inc. programs feature training scenarios from a variety of situations. Web site: www.media-training.net. (800) 666-0106.


Pelican Product’s SABRELITE™ED and M8 LED FLASHLIGHTS feature recoil LED technology that focuses light by firing it backward. A special parabola-shaped reflector then captures 100 percent of the light and reflects it forward. The resulting parallel-focused beam of light is free from scattered peripheral light, which greatly increases its ability to cut through obscure environments like smoke, steam, vapor, and dust. Since there is no filament involved in the process, the bright white, color spectrum-tested light is also free of the black spots, shadows, and distortion found in traditional filament-based lighting. Offers brighter light, extended battery life, and focused light for up to 10,000 hours of bulb life. Generate a beam 33 times brighter than competitors, with a lux reading of illuminative intensity of more than 1558. (800) 473-5422 or (310) 326-4700. Web site: www.pelican.com.

ReportExposures.com, the new ONLINE REPORTING and ARCHIVING SERVICE for firefighters and EMTs, maintains a record of hazardous exposures to provide proof that illnesses are a result of work-related exposures. Without the right documentation, firefighters could be denied the benefits such as medical expenses, lost wages, medical retirement, survivor benefits for spouses, and death benefits. With the data archived at ReportExposures.com, a physician may be able to make an earlier diagnosis and provide earlier treatment. ReportExposures.com is available to all career and volunteer firefighters and EMS personnel from any state or jurisdiction. Web site: www.reportexposures.com. (888) 700-5695.


The Gamewell Company introduces the SMARTVIEW™ COMPUTER GRAPHICS INTERFACE PACKAGE for use with Gamewell’s 600 Series of addressable fire alarm control panels. Presents information through a graphical menu system and color display while operating over a high-speed Ethernet LAN/ WAN or single-user network. Compatible with all Gamewell 600 Series fire alarm panels. An individual fire alarm panel or an entire SmarkLink™ network can be monitored by SmartView. Each alarm, trouble, or supervisory event is displayed on a convenient color-coded display or with a floor plan pinpointing the exact alarm location and vital point-specific information. Provides authorized users complete vision and control over an entire network of up to 250 fire alarm panels from a single PC workstation. All user actions and events are logged and recorded for easy creation of customized reports. Web site: www.gamewell.com.


TISCOR’s enhanced INSPECTION MANAGER SOFTWARE is used with handheld devices to record general inspections, physical security inspections and tours, fire and safety equipment inspections, janitorial and housekeeping inspections, property condition inspections, and property equipment/HVAC equipment inspections. Personnel use handheld computers to scan bar codes that are attached to specific equipment requiring inspections and enter relevant data into the device. Information is uploaded to a PC database, eliminating data entry and cumbersome filing systems. The inspections are also stamped with the time and date, proving when the checks occurred. Reports can be generated in relation to the information required. (800) 227-6379. Web site: www.TISCOR.com.


The all new SUPREME HOOD series from American Firewear features a double-layer HTC™ carbon blend material and natural fitting, wide-expanse face opening. Full shoulder width and front and back bibs provide greater coverage while a true flatlock topstitch offers great fit and comfort. NFPA 1971-compliant. Web site: www.firewear.com. (800) 264-3333, ext. 102.

Emergency Film Group has produced the TERRORISM: RADIOLOGICAL WEAPONS VIDEO-BASED TRAINING PROGRAM to help emergency responders understand the true nature of radiological events. Filmed on location during actual training exercises, it uses extensive archival footage of Hiroshima, Chernobyl, and nuclear tests. Takes the viewer up close as real emergency personnel initiate actions to aid civilians contaminated during a mock terrorist event. Three radioactive weapons scenarios are examined: the detonation of an improvised nuclear device, an attack on a nuclear power, and the use of a dirty bomb. All programs are available on both VHS and DVD. (800) 842-0999 or 508 627-8844. Web site: www.efilmgroup.com.


Cole Hersee Company introduces its newly expanded line of the heavy-duty 24800 SERIES ELECTROMECHANICAL SOLENOIDS for fire truck applications. Designed for use with motors controlling water pumps and for raising and lowering ladders. Corrosion-resistant housings resist exposure to inclement weather. Available as an insulated coil type. Specific solenoids are sealed for added protection against moisture or contaminants such as oil, diesel, and gasoline. Usable for a variety of system voltage applications including 12V, 36V, and 48V, allowing the user to meet specific needs. The solenoids are SPST, normally open contacts. Web site: www.colehersee.com. (617) 268-2100, ext. 329.

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.