EQUIPMENT DIGEST
MOBILE DATA COMMUNICATIONS
Dowty Control Technologies offers a highspeed Mobile Data Communications System for fire service applications. The system provides information such as hydrant locations, building plans, water maps, and more.
An 80-character-pcr-line full-graphics printer is offered for printing messages or diagrams in the vehicle.
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MINI WEATHER STATION
Coastal Climate Co.’s Weatherpak® is a compact weather station. The user can display the real time data or allow instant access to historical data simply by entering the date and time desired.
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EMERGENCY AIR
Rapids Air™. Inc. offers a portable emergency air supply system designed to use a standard fire hose as an air source with virtually no modifications. It can be used to bring breathable air to trapped firefighters, for water and ice rescue to create a flotation device from a hose, and to supply compressed air for powering tools. It comes in a durable earning case and weighs less than 22 lbs.
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FOAM CONCENTRATE
Phos-Chek® fire-suppressant foam concentrate from Monsanto Chemical Co, is formulated specifically for use in fighting Class A fires. It has been used to fight forest fires as well as landfill fires.
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RADIO CASE
A.W. Enterprises, Inc.’s two-way radio cases feature quick-release swivels whose patented tear drop design allows the user to quickly disconnect the carrying case from the belt or comfortably swing it out of the way. Formed from strong cold-rolled steel, it has a longer life and is lighter than die cast swivels. The cases are made from 8-ounce leather, nylon thread, and corrosion-resistant stainless steel hardware.
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VEHICLE AC GENERATOR
Auto-Gen’s T-6000 engine-mounted generator for large service vehicles adds powerful AC generating capability. It is a full 5,000watt generator and produces 43 amps at 115 volts. The monitoring kit includes voltmeter, frequency meter, and switch. A 12-volt electric clutch allows safe, remote engaging.
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WARNING LIGHTS
Tonemaster’s Master Flash warning light units feature shock-resistant Lexan bases, a rubber gasket, and replaceable flash tube and power supply components. The four models each deliver 80 flashes of 8or 16-joule intensity every minute. A w-ide selection of voltages including a 12/24 VDC combination is offered.
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FIREFIGHTING BOAT
fight fires and for rescue. There are two 2,000-gpm multiversals mounted on the stern and one 500-gpm bow-mounted multiversal, which can be used for the foam system. It has a 35-foot, deep “V” fiberglass hull, modified twin Jaguar V-12s, and a stainless steel foam tank. Numerous options available.
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REFLECTIVE WEAR
Fit-Rite Headwear, Inc. offers high-visibility safety products such as vests and ponchos, safety flags, signal mitts, hard cap covers, wrist bands, shirts, and ankle and belly bands. Reflective colors include Day-Glo orange, fluorescent lime/yellow Reflexite™, and Bright Silver Scotchlite™.
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MOBILE TENT
The GILLARD Mobile Space lent is completely mobile and self-contained. The frame is constructed of galvanized steel tubes, with the tarpaulins (M2 fire protection class) made of high-resistance polyester and fitted with zippers. Once the frame is unfolded, the center is electrically raised and the legs swung down, creating an enclosed tent. Optional built-in lighting and pulsed air heating available.
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HEADSET
Earmark, Inc.’s Series IV Headset has the microphone built into the earmuff. The absence of a boom for the microphone allows its use in combination with respiratory protective devices, especially under protective clothing. It has voice-actuated transmission and Hi-Lo transmit power.
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SANITIZING STATION
Silicone/Stirling Paper Co., Inc.’ Magic Permanent Sanitizer Station is a metal dispenser that holds 1,520 heavy duty, lint-free, wetstrength wipers and a nonfluorocarbon aerosol sanitising mist spray can. The Magic Mist kills a number of bacteria on contact and is EPA listed as a surface spray disinfectant for personal protective equipment respirators. resuscitators, SCBAs, and hard hat liners.
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PORTABLE RADIOS
Midland LMR’s wideband two-way FM portable radios in both VHF (70-165) and UHF (70-265) models are available with either 16or 48-channel capability. The 48-channel models include an LCD display and can be expanded to 99 channels with a plug-in module. All models have built-in programmable priority channel scan.
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REAR-ENGINE PUMPER
Emergency One’s Hush® 2001 rear-engine pumper features slide-away rear body sections for easy engine access and an optional electronic pump panel. It has a full-body-width hosebed, recessed-ground ladders, and a fully enclosed vista cab for the pump panel.
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MOTORIZED MIRROR
Moto Mirror Inc.’s remote-control mirror improves driver vision down the entire right side of a vehicle with 60-degree rotational viewing range. The Moto Mirror® has a builtin heating unit and dash-mounted controls, is corrosion-resistant, and fits most standard mounting brackets.
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VINYL MATTING
Sheergrip, a grid matting from L. B. Plasties, Inc., is made entirely from solid vinyl profiles. It is resistant to water, oils, and most chemicals, and there is nothing to rot or wear out. Used to line storage lockers or compartments on fire and emergency vehicles, the embossed top surface provides a firm base for heavy equipment and prevents shifting of or damage to equipment.
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INFRARED CAMERA
GTS Enterprises, Inc.’s Lifescan FLIR-6 Model 2000 is an infrared detection system that can detect humans in a totally dark environment for up to 200 feet. Rugged and reliable, it can be used for search and rescue.
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SPILL CONTROL FUNNELS
Justrite Manufacturing Co.’s Spill Control Funnels are designed to aid in the transfer of small quantities of hazardous or flammable liquid wastes into drums for consolidation.
The large-diameter funnels fit 30and 55-gallon drums and feature a safety splash guard. Model 28013 is intended for use with nonflammable, viscous liquids; and Model 28011 includes a flame arrester for use with flammable liquids.
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EXTRACTOR VENOM PUMP
Rockford Medical & Safety Co.’s Extractor pump removes poison from stings and bites by creating a powerful vacuum at the wound site on the surface of the skin. No incision is made, no tourniquet is used, and the pump can be operated with one hand.
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BATTERY CHARGER
Vanner Inc.’s 30-10 and 30-10GFI Chargemaster® Automatic Charger/Conditioners provide regulated DC current for both stationary and mobile emergency vehicle applications. They are designed to withstand road shock and vibration and to provide dependable, maintenance-free operation with no periodic service required. The units resist frequency deviations and feature automatic high-temperature shutdown and illuminated power switch.
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FIREFIGHTER GLOVE
American Firewear, Inc.’s new firefighter glove with Talon-Grip is a breathable, onepiece liner/moisture barrier. It is made of leather and has a wing-thumb for dexterity. It has an elongated palm area to protect wrists and an extra wide pull tab on the Nomex knitwrist. Available in six sizes.
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HIGH-INTENSITY LIGHT
GTS Enterprises, Inc.’s Maxa Beam weighs less than 5 lbs. and is completely portable. It has 6 million candlepower and all controls are handle-mounted. It is completely weatherproof, has a field replaceable lamp, and will run for 75 minutes on its rechargeable ni-cad battery. Other features include adjustable beam, optional remote controls, strobe mode, and light filters.
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EXIT SIGNS
EZ-SNAP’” exit signs from Dual-Lite, Emergency Lighting Division can be installed in five minutes. Including an emergency power pack that installs inside the sign, transformers, and DC sockets, it adapts to standard applications. It has snap-together construction, push-in wire connections, and built-in wiring compartments and component sockets.
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SAFETY CONTAINERS
Seton Name Plate Co.’s Safety Containers are designed to let you store, pour, handle, and transfer flammable liquids safely. Filling cans feature flame arrestor screens and a long pour spout, and storage cans feature automatic relief valves and flame arrestor screens. Seton’s line of safety containers also includes bottle jackets, drip cans, bench cans, and plunger cans.
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ABSORBENT PRODUCTS
Upright Inc.’s WYK oil selective products absorb oils and hydrocarbon and other petroleum-based fluids while repelling fresh and salt water. Made from polypropylene, the sorbents absorb 25 times their weight and incinerate with 0.2 percent ash residue. Available in pads, booms, rolls, socks and pillows, sweeps, and particulate.
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GAS DETECTION INSTRUMENT
Gastech Environmental Monitors’ Tank-Techtor™ is specifically designed for people who do UST tank removals. It has internal sensors to detect gas or vapor over four ranges: 0-100 percent LEL, 0-25 percent oxygen, and 0-1000 ppm and 0-100 ppm hydrocarbon vapors. A float switch at the end of the float probe assembly shuts off the instrument pump if liquid is encountered.
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AERIAL PLATFORM
Seagrave Fire Apparatus’ Apollo 105 aerial platform features the “J” Model cab or the low profile “L” Model cab. It has a threesection aerial ladder constructed of high tensile steel, trussed diagonally, vertically, and horizontally. All rungs are K-braced. The aerial waterway is capable of discharging 2,000 gpm, and optional twin monitors are available. Equipped with four out-and-down double box outriggers.
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DISPATCH CONSOLE
The Calida from Orbacom Systems, Inc. is a compact microprocessor-based, desktop dispatch center designed especially for single position users who need the control flexibility of a large console but cannot justify the expense, complexity, and space needed for a full-featured control center. It is self-contained and has 16-channel capacity.
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IDENTIFICATION TAGS
IdentiTag™, a highly visible clip-on identification tag from The Image Group, Inc., is available in a variety of fluorescent colors with more than 300 standard titles and ranks available, as well as over 50 insignias. Custom designs facilitate photos and additional information on the back. The tags allow immediate recognition of the wearers experience level and rank at an emergency site.
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SMOKE ALARM
Jameson Home Products’ Code One® 2000 Auto-Test™ Smoke Alarm automatically tests its electronics weekly, notifying the user whether the unit is working by signaling with four to six beeps. It features a manual test switch, a low batter) warning, an unbreakable twist lock ceiling bracket for easy installation, and a battery replacement.
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VEHICLE INTERCOM SYSTEM
Telex Communications, Inc.’s MAGNACOM™, a modular emergency and utilityvehicle intercom system, provides voiceactivated, noise-free communications between vehicle personnel and interfaces with the vehicle’s communications radios. All personnel can hear all radio communications, but only the driver’s or front seat passenger’s voice is transmitted during radio communications.
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EMERGENCY LIGHTSTICK
Direct Safety Co. offers a nontoxic, nonflammable Lightstick Kit for safe and reliable emergency preparedness. Included are five yellow and five red lightsticks, a traffic wand, three magnetic holders, nine metal stake holders, and vinyl storage case. Sticks provide temporary high-intensity light for 30 minutes. Replacements and 12-hour, low intensity sticks are available.
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FIREFIGHTER BOOT
The Firewalker™ Boot from Ranger Footwear Co. is made of waterproof and fireretardant leather and features a heavy-duty, noncorrosive metal zipper. Its steel toe and Mint-Lug sole exceed requirements of NFPA 1974 Standards for Structural Firefighting Footwear. Available in insulated or noninsulated models.
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FLOOR AND BIN COVERING
Dri-Dek Corp.’s Dri-Dek vinyl tiles can be used to line compartments and cover the floors of vehicles and aerial platforms and buckets. Its raised surface lets air flow freely for fast drying and provides a shock absorbing cushion. It is resistant to weather, many chemicals, and oils. Beveled borders and hangers for wall mounting are available.
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PORTABLE LIGHT
Master Safety® portable floodlight is the only general-purpose lamp that is approved for use in wet and corrosive conditions without grounding requirements. Made primarily of polyethylene and fiberglass, it is electrically nonconductive. It is lightweight, durable, and easy to rig in place
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EMERGENCY SPILL KIT
Absorption Corp.’s ready-for-use emergency spill kit for fire departments and commercial outlets storing hydrocarbons or hazardous wastes weighs approximately 50 lbs. and will absorb roughly 150 lbs. of liquid waste. The kit consists of two all-purpose booms, a variety of absorbent pillows, and three plastic disposal bags. A choice of absorbent materials is available.
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