EQUIPMENT DIGEST

EQUIPMENT DIGEST

RECHARGEABLE LIGHTS

Home Light and Work Light from First Alert are rechargeable light series that have a super bright bulb and reflectors to maximize brightness. All flashlights and small lanterns feature retractable plug-in prongs that fit standard 120 VAC outlets.

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GAS DETECTOR

The Electronic Nose Model A-l from Grace Industries, Inc. can detect gases and gas leaks as well as hydrocarbons and accelerants. It is constantly sampling the atmosphere, making it ideally suited as an atmosphere monitor. It is available with built-in rechargeable batteries or replaceable batteries.

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STROBE LIGHTBARS

Tomar’s 925 series of high-intensity strobe lightbars includes a complete new strobe bar or a Retrojet system to retrofit into existing lightbar shells. Several low-amperage, lowprofile models feature amp draws as low as 7 amps. Strobe/halogen combo bars are also available.

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PORTABLE TESTER

MSA’s Portable Regulator Tester II is designed to check the operation of regulators used with SCBA and air-line respirators. The unit is equipped with large analog air flow and pressure meters and contains an electrically powered vacuum pump that simulates the suction of inhalation for routine checks and tests.

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DRIP PAN

Slikwik® Sorbents’ Slikwik® Drip Pan’” absorbs up to one gallon of most hazardous and nonhazardous materials. The pan prevents spilling during handling and eliminates the need for shop towels and clay.

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NOISE CANCELLATION SYSTEM

The SilentSeat from Noise Cancellation Technologies is an active noise cancellation system built into truck seats to create a quiet zone around the driver and occupants. It reduces engine noise while leaving speech, warning signals, and so on unaffected.

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WET VACUUM

WAP International s Turbo AE is designed to vacuum and discharge water simultaneously without interruption. Accessories include 13-inch vacuum hose, floor squeegee, and extension wands.

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ESCAPE PACK

Survivair’s lightweight emergency escape Hip Pac features a five-minute self-contained escape cylinder that allows the user to exit dangerous atmospheres in an emergency. If the air supply source is interrupted, the pigtail hose is disconnected and the on/off valve is activated.

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AIR MASKS

Ultralite® and Custom 4500′” Air Masks* from MSA feature an improved harness and carrier assembly for added durability. Stainless-steel buckles on the shoulder straps improve retention of the pull straps and can be released even when wearing bulky gloves. –

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TRAINING CENTER

National Draeger, Inc.’s SCBA Training Centers can be installed in buildings, customized to fit into the user’s plans, or incorporated as part of a mobile training trailer. Components can include work room, weight machine, endless ladder, training tank, maze room, simulated hazards, and control panel.

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FIREBIKE

A.R.F.-HYDROMAR’s FIREBIKE is a converted Kawasaki 650 KER motorcycle for battling fires in their early stages. It is equipped with a 35-gallon per minute pump and carries 33 feet of semirigid hose, two 66-foot sections of flexible extinguisher hose, and a three-setting nozzle. It can pump out of any available reservoir.

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GAS DETECTOR

Detector Electronics’ U8810 Hydrogen Sulfide Gas Detector features an electrochemical H2S sensor, which can detect concentrations as minute as one part per million. The sensor still operates after being immersed in water. Its filter rejects moisture and can be easily replaced if it becomes clogged with dirt or oil.

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IMMOBILIZATION SYSTEM

Rockford Medical & Safety Company’s Ferno Dura spinal immobilization system is a onepiece, high-density polyethylene board that is foam-filled and internally reinforced. It holds up to 300 pounds and is concave to better center and immobilize a patient. The strapping system completely immobilizes a victim in minutes.

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RADIO INTERFACE UNIT

International Safety Instruments Inc.’s Comm 1 Radio Interface unit, for use with its MAGNUM SCBA, enables wearers to communicate with each other or with command, The unit consists of a microphone mounted in the SCBA facemask front fitting and a mini speaker that snaps onto the visor clamp. They are linked to any standard, portable two-way radio.

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WEATHERPAK

(Coastal Climate Company’s Weatherpak, the real time weather station for plume projection models being used on the Macintosh, is now compatible with MS-DOS plume models. It measures the weather at the site of a spill and calculates several parameters essential to plume projection.

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CLIMBING HELMET

E.D. Bullard Company’s ADVENT Model A-2 climbing helmet has three-layer construction for impact and penetration head protection. It is available with reflective strips to enhance rescuer visibility. It has a headband for easy sizing and an 8-point suspension system for additional stability.

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HEADSET

VOXSET'”, voice-activated accessory headset from Earmark, Inc., is designed for application with belt-worn portable radios. Adjustable volume side tone is a standard feature; side tone activates when the user is transmitting and provides confirmation of VOX action. There is no add-on vox box.

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FOAM-MAKING AnACHMENT

The MX-FOAMJET from Task Force Tips is a lightweight medium-expansion foam-making attachment for Flandline TFT nozzles. It can vary the expansion ratio and the stream reach of the finished foam to suit the need.

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MOUNTING BRACKETS

ZICO Equipment Mounting Brackets from Ziamatic Corporation hold salvage, overhaul, and forced-entry tools securely on the vehicle. Used inside compartments, on doors, or on shelves, the brackets protect tools from damage and help you find tools easier. They are aluminum with a polyurethane coating or chrome plating.

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CUTOFF SAW

Partner Industrial Products’ K700 cutoff saw can cut concrete, brick, block, asphalt, stone, metals, and more. It has a moistureand dustresistant transistorized ignition system and options include wet cutting equipment, a field kit box, and an assortment of blades.

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RESCUE TOOL

Hale Fire Pump Company’s Paladin™ is a multipurpose rescue tool that cuts, spreads, and pulls. This newest addition to Hurst Jaws of Life™ Rescue Systems has field-replaceable tips and serrated cutting edges and operates at 5,000 psi.

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RESCUE BOAT

The Zodiac Cuddy Cabin 590 is a rigidhulled inflatable suited for all offshore and rough-weather situations. The heavy duty neoprene/hypalon construction of the tubes allows you to pull up alongside other vessels without damaging either boat. It can store outergear, rescue equipment, and other necessities.

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COPPER BATTERY TERMINALS

Copper battery terminals from Southern Fastener Company, Inc. have a corrosion-resistant plating for making your own battery’ cables. A teflon-coated heat-shrink sleeve seals connectors and cables against battery gas, moisture, and oil.

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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.