EQUIPMENT DIGEST

EQUIPMENT DIGEST

MONITORING DEVICE

G.C. Industries, Inc.’s GC #701 monitor is a hand-held monitoring device for identifying hydrogen sulfide gas in both open and closed environments. Digital readout measures from 1 to 1,999 ppm. The device flashes a light and sounds an alarm when safety levels have been breached.

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ROTAMETER

ICC Federated’s LoFlow rotameter-type flow meter is designed to give accurate low flow reading with an indicator float within a vertical tapered tube. The metering tube contains stabilizing vanes to assure proper alignment of the indicator float in the center of the tube.

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PERSONAL ALARM

Grace Industries’ Micro Pass small, light personal alarm sends out both an audio and a visual signal if the user becomes motionless for 25 seconds or more. It also may be activated manually and can emit an alarm for up to four days.

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LEG LOCK DEVICE

R-Lad Enterprises’ new model of its leg lock safety device folds down for easier storage. Quick release straps are available for attach-

ing the device to a roof ladder. The device is a roof safety tool that gives the user leverage and stability to use hand and power tools while on a ladder.

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VOICE RECORDER

J.E.l.’s COMM CHECK Model 901 Solid State Voice Recorder automatically records critical telephone and radio communications.

Features include instant recall without rewinding, simultaneous record and playback, and permanent save. All communications are stored on internal computer memory chips.

KEYBOX

Supra Products’ Combination Keybox can be mounted in rescue vehicles to store the

Rapid Entry Master Key. It is operated by a three-letter combination that can be changed to ensure safety.

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AIR LEVEL MONITOR

Span Instruments’ Airminder monitors breathing air levels on aerials, aerial platforms, and C.F.R. vehicles and gives visual and audible sounds when levels are low. An overpressure alarm indicates when bottles are overfilled. The system is driven by a Span transducer mounted near storage bottles.

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EXERCISE MACHINE OPTIONS

Heart Rate has added a seat and hand rails to the VersaClimber exercise machine. The seat transforms the machine into a pedaler

and the hand rails transform the loyver half into a stepper. The machine provides body aerobic and strength conditioning for all fitness levels.

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SPILL KIT

New PIG Corporation’s Spill Kit for a 55gallon drum consists of a prepackaged assortment of PIG® absorbent socks, mats, and pillows. It also contains polyethylene bags

for temporary disposal of used absorbents, labels for drum identification, and complete instructions for use.

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SAFETY TOOL

Quintech Products’ Life Hammer™ is a hammer-like device for vehicle rescues. It contains a recessed cutting edge that can cut

through safety belts and two tungsten-carbide tips on its head for breaking side and rear windows when doors are inoperable.

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AIR ANALYSIS KIT

Matheson Gas Products’ 8014BAK on-line analysis kit detects carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, oil mist, water vapor, and

oxygen in compressed breathing air. It has a pressure regulator, flowmeter, and various detector tubes and is directly connected to the air source.

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EXHAUST EXTRACTION SYSTEM

Nederman Inc.’s Simple System is vehicle exhaust extraction equipment for emergency response vehicles. Fumes are vented through a hose connected to the tailpipe. A

fan mounted on wall or ceiling then extracts the fumes. An autodisconnect feature allows the vehicle to leave the station without personnel stopping to disconnect the system. The hose then retracts out of the way.

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Georgia Steel & Chemical Co.’s Alcohol-Free Refresher Towelette is a supplement to the company’s conventional disinfection pro-

RESPIRATOR CLEANER

gram for protective face masks. It does not contain alcohol, which can damage face masks, or phosphates, which can irritate the skin.

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TRUCKIE TOOL

Iowa-American’s TE-1 stainless-steel truckle tool is a halligan-type tool that when used with an axe to drive it will pull most locks

easily. One end has a long, curved chisel that has a variety of applications and both ends can be used for venting or for opening floors, ceilings, and walls.

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COMPUTERIZED REGULATIONS

Regulation Scanning Technology Corporation has expanded its line of computeraccessible regulations to include SARA, RCRA, OSHA, HMT, and MCS. Subscribers receive monthly updates and indexes.

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MONITORING SYSTEM

Digitize Inc.’s System 3000 monitors end-ofline, reverse polarity dry contact, digital dialer, multiplex, radio, and custom serial input of data. Output capabilities include radio, point output, coded, networking, and serial communications to drive such options

as remote line printer, remote display, and more.

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HEADLAMPS

HD America’s halogen headlamps are rated to last for up to 2,000 hours of low beam life.

They contain vibration-resistant filament and mounting wire and solid alloy steel lugs that absorb the stress from driving.

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RESCUE TOOL

Peter Lancier’s rescue alligator-jaws SP 30 L is a lightweight tool that can move wrecked vehicle parts or force open jammed doors.

Without removing the tips, it can, with a pulling chain, be converted into a device for pulling steering columns, axles, and more.

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FLOOR BASE

Gamber-Johnson has added the DS-57 Auto Floor Base to its line of Modular Mounts for mobile communications equipment. It is

made of heavy gauge steel and height is adjustable, and it is designed for cars with consoles or levers on the hump where passenger legroom is at a premium.

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SPREADER TIPS

Hale Fire Pump Company’s Grabber Jaws are field replaceable tips for Hurst Jaws of Life®

JL 32B and JL 27 spreaders. They actually bite into the material during spreading for a more stable grasp and require less adjusting.

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SAW OILS

Edge Industries’ Cutters Edge 2-Cycle engine oil is a synthetic oil for use with ventilation and chain saws. It lubricates and over time dissolves previous deposits of carbon and ash for a cleaner, more efficient running engine. Cutters Edge Bar & Chain

Oil provides high lubrication and adhesion, even at high chain speeds and high temperatures.

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RESTRAINT STRAPS

Pack Strap Products’ Pack Straps are multipurpose rescue and restraint devices that have heavy-duty Velcro closures to bind fire

victims, substance abusers, and even equipment. They are reusable and can be easily carried in turnouts.

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PARK-BRAKE SHIFTER

The Felsted Division of Furon Co. has designed an electrical Park-Brake Shifter for heavy-duty automatic transmissions. The shifter activates a vehicle’s brake system, resulting in a park-like position in one step.

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GENERATORS

Fabco Power’s HYDRO-600 (a 6,000-watt, 120/240-volt unit) and HYDRO-350X (a 3,500-watt, 120-volt unit) are hydraulically

driven A.C. generators. Both include brushless generators for low maintenance and pressure compensating flow control for constant rpm and voltage at varying speeds.

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FLASHER SYSTEM

TSD, Inc. has developed a rugged KKKapproved flasher system for operators of

emergency vehicles. It was tested and approved by the Atlanta Testing Laboratory to the KKK-A-1822-C certification.

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AIR SHUTOFF SYSTEM

AMOT Controls Corporation’s Model 4261B Intake Air Shutoff System shuts down an

overspeeding diesel. It can be operated electrically, manually, pneumatically, and hydromechanically.

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SUCTION VALVE

Hydra-Shield Mfg.’s Bronze Pre-Con automatic pumper suction valve is now available in a corrosion-resistant bronze alloy materi-

al. It features a unique locking control handle that allows the valve to be opened at a slow controlled rate or open automatically to any preset position.

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WARNING LIGHT

Tomar’s strobe or halogen emergency vehicle warning lights emit bright light forward and out both sides. They can be mounted

horizontally or vertically and feature a twistout GE lamp for easier replacement in the

field.

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TRAINING SUIT

Mar Mac Manufacturing’s Probe Training Suit is designed to give haz-mat trainees firsthand experience without damaging costly haz-mat suits. It is made from Du Pont’s lightweight, breathable Typro® fabric. It is

for training purposes only, not for hazardous environments, and is clearly labeled as such.

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FOAM CONCENTRATE

Ansul Fire Protection’s ANSULITE 3×3 Alcohol Resistant Concentrate is firefighting foam concentrate that can be used on both polar solvent and hydrocarbon fuels. Only

Kappler, Inc.’s newest additions to its line of ProShield® protective Apparel are Scrub Shirts and Pants. Made from a variety of medical fabrics, these contamination-control garments are designed for comfort and flexibility.

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one calculation of concentrate to water is needed no matter what type of Class B fuel is involved. It also is effective on class A fires because of its wetting characteristics.

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PROTECTIVE APPAREL

HEADSET

Sigtronics Corporation’s SE-2 communicatioas headset is designed for use with emergency apparatus intercom systems and can

be worn with or without helmets. The headset’s features include a noise-cancelling microphone that can be worn on the user’s right or left side.

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GAS/TEMPERATURE ALARM

Grace Industries, Inc.’s Haz-Alert alarm is a gas and temperature alarm that can be worn with protective clothing. It weighs five

ounces, is capable of detecting 125 toxic/ combustible vapors and gases, and sounds an alarm if gas enters a tear in clothing or if excess temperature builds up in the suit. It also can be used as a portable gas detector.

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HEARING DEVICE

Fire Research Corporation’s Ear Saver is designed to save hearing and amplify voices.