EQUIPMENT DIGEST
IN-LINE DETONATION FLAME ARRESTER
The Westech Guardian in-line detonation flame arrester, available from three to 18 inches, has a large surface area that results in a lower pressure drop across the arrester during vapor flow conditions. It has been tested in excess of existing standards for momentum impulse, thermal failure, and downstream reignition. Top-entry design simplifies maintenance.
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SCBA
MSA’s Ultralite® II and Ultralite® MMR lowpressure air masks, as well as the highpressure Custom 4500 II and Custom 4500MMR self-contained breathing apparatus, now comply with the 1992 edition of NFPA 1981. mandating a battery of tough performance tests, including a total flame and heat test to measure an air rnaks’s ability to withstand flashover conditions, as well as third-party testing.
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EXERCISE MACHINE ADDITION
Heart Rate, Inc., has introduced a new sport seat for all institutional and clinical models of its VersaClimber stepping and climbing exercise machine, making it possible for beginners to start in a seated position to become familiar with lower work levels, with vertical arm exercises, and with leg exercises. The scat provides both a seated lcgs-only exercise and a seated arm and leg exercise. Unlike bicycles, which have a fixed cycling motion, the VersaClimber strokelength is variable from one foot to 20 feet, providing for a complete leg exercise.
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LADDER BEACON
The Ladder Beacon from Loughlin Enterprises, a lexon-protected xenon strobe that flashes 10 to 13 hours with 250,000 peak lumens, is designed to give firefighters greater security in locating ladder position. It is fully activated when the ladder is in a raised position. Models to match 16 ladder types are available.
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COLORED LABELING TAPE
Scion Name Plate’s colored tapes can be used to color-code chemicals, inventory, files, and more. Made from a plasticized paper, the tape comes in 180-foot rolls, features a pressure-sensitive adhesive back, and is available in 11 colors and three sizes It accepts pen or marker.
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SUP-RESISTANT FOOTWEAR
The Weinbrenner Shoe Company has developed a line of slip-resistant uniform footwear under the ThoroGrip™ brand name. Lightweight, oil-/acid-resistant, nonmarking polyurethane soles feature recessed-tread evacuation channels that force water, oil, and other materials out from underneath it, allowing for maximum contact with the floor surface. The footwear also provides comfort and support.
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DISPOSABLE BAG MASK RESUSCITATOR
Rockford Medical and Safety Company now is offering its disposable bag mask resuscitator in adult and pediatric sizes. The manual resuscitator, made of natural rubber, is designed for a single-patient use. It offers accurate, dependable operation.
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INFECTION-CONTROL STATION
An infection-control station from Rockford Medical and Safety Company contains materials needed to properly clean up blood/ body-fluid spills. Contents include five KWTKITS (bio-hazard clean-up kits), five KWIK WIPES (bleach towelettes), five sodium hypochlorite packets (liquid only), five disinfectant towelettes. five packets of liquid disinfectant concentrate, five red infectiouswaste bags, five masks, one pair of goggles, one 16.6-ounce spray can of disinfectant deodorant, three super absorbents, one scoop/scraper, and a procedure brochure for proper cleanup. The kit comes in a steel cabinet with a carrying handle. It can be hung on the wall for easy access.
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CUSTOM BATTERY RECHARGER
Koehler Manufacturing Co. has introduced the 4960 ChargeMastcr battery charger, intended for vehicles equipped with one battery or a bank of parallel batteries. The 4960 Charge-Master delivers 12 amps to automatically recharge both vented and maintenance-free vehicle batteries. Designed to meet KKK specifications and equipped with a (JFI outlet, the battery charger meets U.S. government ambulance requirements.
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REAR AIR SUSPENSIONS
Peterbilt Motors Company announces several even lighter upgrades to its Air Leaf and Air Trac suspension systems. Peterbilt has replaced some of the steel components in its current systems with high-strength, lighterweight aluminum. The upgraded 58,000pound capacity Air Leaf has aluminum framebrackets, shock brackets, and air spring supports that reduce weight by 150 pounds. The 40,000-pound capacity Air Trac has aluminum shock brackets and air spring supports and weighs 90 pounds less than its predecessor.
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CPR MANIKIN
Simulaid’s Little AdamTM, a compact, lightweight manikin for CPR training, offers the same features as the sophisticated Adam CPR™ manikin at lower cost. Little Adam features accurate anatomical landmarks and lift-out as well as disposable (or reusable) mouth/nose pieces for “customized” training. It is ideal for school and community first-aid organizations that may be limited by cost, but who still desire a life-like manikin for training.
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MOBILE FAX MACHINE/PRINTER
The Mobile Facsimile 401 from AIS1N U.S.A., designed to operate and survive in a mobile, harsh environment (-30°F to 176°F, 95 percent humidity), can be adapted to most vehicle applications. The unit’s vibration tolerances let it perform error-free when subjected to up to three G-forces. Its vertical orientation and small size (11 by four by four inches, 6.2 pounds) make it easy to install and/or mount in any type of vehicle. In addition, AIS1N offers a small, mobile printer (seven by two by 6⅜ inches) that can operate at either 2,400 or 9,600 baud rates. It features a standard RS232C serial port and a 16K buffer and can survive temperatures from -30°C to 70°C.
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GAS CALIBRATION SYSTEMS
GC Industries has introduced a line of handheld, individually certified permeation devices. G-CAL Permeation Devices generate small quantities of more than 200 gases for die calibration of gas monitoring systems and chromatographs. The G-CAL devices can be used at room temperature, as they exhibit a much lower temperature dependency than conventional calibration methods. They can be used for a year or longer.
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TRUCK SHUTTER DOORS
Dover Roller Shutters Ltd. has announced it will sell its fire and rescue truck shutter doors in the U.S., exclusively through Dover
Technologies, U.S.A. The spring-loaded doors retract into the vehicle for a safer, less obstructed work environment. They are available with a variety of locks and a number of standard colors. Custom color is also
available. New vehicles can be specified with the doors, and existing rescue and fire trucks can be retrofitted with them.
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SCBA
Litton’s Instruments and Life Support division has begun production of the first units of the I.itpacII, a self-contained breathing apparatus based on military technologies and designed for civilian markets Oxygen regulator technology has allowed for the development of this lightweight product that provides freedom of motion as well as breathing gas below body temperature tor increased user comfort. Oxygen content in the breathing loop is maintained at between 19.5 and 30 percent, permitting safe use in conditions of high radiant heat and open flame.
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MULTIFUNCTION POCKET TOOL
The low-tech, four-inch, stainless-steel, lifetime-guaranteed Pocketwrench™ from Burke Equipment Corporation grips square or hexagonal bolts from 3/16, to !/i6 inch, has a variable-width edge that acts as a screwdriver or pry bar, and has a ¼-inch hexagonal socket that doubles as a high-torque socket and screwdriver-bit handle.
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ANTI-VIRAL HAND CREAM
Knight Industries, Inc., is marketing a product, VIRO GLOVE™, that looks, feels, and is applied in a way similar to over-the-counter hand creams, but which, when used in conjunction with latex gloves, adds an extra protective barrier against common bacteria, fungi, and viruses, including the virus that causes AIDS. The nontoxic, moisture-activated, waterproof, oil-resistive, and salt-resistive VIRO GLOVE™ achieves 100 percent sterile hands for up to four hours in laboratory testing and retains its protective properties for up to six hours. VIRO GLOVE™ is completely nontoxic.
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CONVERTIBLE NOTEBOOK/PEN COMPUTER
The GRiD Convertible™ is a 25-megahertz, Intel386™SL, 2M RAM (expandable), combination notebook/pen computer that converts from a tablet computer into a notebook computer. The new system is bundled with MS-DOS 5.0™ and Microsoft Windows for Pens™.
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DIRECTORY ANNUNCIATORS
Space Age Electronics, Inc., has introduced the “M” series of directory annunciators designed for fire alarm systems with one to 16 zones. The two basic back-lit tabular models have 6Y2by 8‘/2-inch display panels, a choice of LEDs or incandescent lamps, indoor or weatherproof enclosures, flush or surface mounting, black or red finish, test lamp circuit, key or toggle switches, and optional Form C relay. A custom lettering kit is optional on both models.
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LADDER COVER/TOOL CARRYING BAG
The Fire Research Corp. Skull-Saver 2 is two tools in one. Remove the tool from the ladder end, unfold the inside, and it is an instant 26-inch-deep tool bag that can hold up to 250 pounds. A pull rope closes the bag, set it can be used with a shoulder strap for convenience. Two pockets are provided, one to hold rope and the other to get the mounting straps out of the way.
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CIRCUIT TESTER
OTC’s new #7728 LED Circuit Test Light makes it easy to test circuit connections. An adapter plug replaces an alligator clip and
positive/negative switch. The plug can be used with a cigarette lighter or OTC’s #212638 battery adapter. A “CTI. READY” light indicates connection quality, and a “CIRCUIT COMPLETE” light indicates circuit quality. It can be used on circuits front two to 32 volts.
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