SOUTH ST. PAUL, Minnesota (May 7, 2024) — Waterous, a global leader in firefighting technology, announced the release of the PB18 Portable Pump with Wrap-Around Frame at FDIC 2024. The PB18 is equipped with a Briggs and Stratton V-Twin 18-hp engine with a top-mounted 9-quart (9.5 L) fuel tank.
Other features of the PB18 Portable Pump with Wrap-Around Frame are:
- Fuel tank is part of the Briggs & Stratton engine located on the top of the engine.
- Overall height changed to 26” (66.04 cm). Previous wrap-around model height was 21- 1/2” (54.6 cm).
- Optional operator’s panel includes discharge pressure gauge, compound intake pressure gauge, start and stop control, speed control and panel light.
- Optional combination spark arresting muffler and exhaust primer, fast and easy to use. Quarter-turn bronze priming valve, operates with push/pull knob.
- Optional rectangular halogen mast light – 5.625″ X 2.875”, 2190 candelas, 949 lumens.
- Four Models Available: PB18-2515, PB18-3030, PB18-2015 and PB18-4025
Jason Nawrocki, National Sales Manager for Waterous, said, “We are excited to offer the PB18 with Wrap-Around Frame to the industry. Available in a range of performance requirements to meet the needs of the industry and supported by the Waterous team our customers have known and been able to depend on.”
About Waterous
Revolutionizing firefighting since 1886, Waterous, based out of South St. Paul, Minnesota, has been manufacturing the most reliable, performance-enhancing pumps, power take-offs, valves and hydrants the fire service industry has to offer. To contact Waterous, call (651) 450-5000 or visit www.waterousco.com.
