Fire Equipment Digest
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Hydraulic Calculations
Fire Protection Software, Inc. introduces a set of hydraulic software designed for fire departments. The set includes 19 separate programs which solve hydraulic problems ranging from underground grids to tank volumes. Three separate sprinkler design programs are included which give the fire department the capability to calculate almost any tree-type sprinkler system. A program to derive fire flow estimates according to the “ISO Guide for Determination of Fire Flow” is also included.
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Exit Sign
Dual-Lite, Inc., has designed the Dual-Lite Excite, an exit sign in a thermoplastic frame with extended life AC lamps.
The sign is available as a standard AC only or self-contained emergency unit for wall, end, or ceiling mount use. Emergency units are battery operated and come with solidstate charger and transfer circuit, low voltage battery disconnect, test switch, and supervision.
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Hand Guard
Globe Manufacturing Co. has developed a flame resistant hand and wrist guard option. Constructed of double-thick two-way stretch knitted Kevlar Aramid fabric, the guard covers the gap between glove and coat sleeve. It is designed to permit full use of thumb and all fingers. The option is detachable or sewed into the coat sleeve.
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Hot/Cold Packs
Direct Safety Co. has introduced KwikKare hot and cold packs. Chemicals in latent form are sealed in mylar pouches which, when vigorously squeezed, become instantly cold to 30°F or heat to 160°F, within three seconds. Used for therapeutic treatment, these pouch applications last effectively for up to 45 minutes, and can be safely disposed of.
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Nozzle Bracket
A holster mounting bracket for pistol-grip nozzles has been developed by Ziamatic Corp.
Designed to install either vertically or horizontally on apparatus near the hose reel, the pistol grip is simply inserted into a neoprene boot, which holds it securely. Four adjusting screws enable the boot to be adapted for any pistol grip handle. Produced from high tensile alloy aluminum castings, the mount is polyurethane coated to prevent oxidation..
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Blood Pressure Simulator
Valonics has developed a blood pressure transducer simulator that simulates blood pressure levels of 15,25,50 100,200 and 250 mmHg. It has a zero switch and a 40 or 5microvolt sensitivity switch.
Designed for calibration, testing, troubleshooting and teaching on blood pressure monitoring equipment, it can be used with most types of monitoring equipment, according to the manufacturer. The cable is calibrated to the type of monitor specified.
The unit is portable, and has a plastic case.
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High Rise Safety System
Flexalarm, an advanced monitoring and control unit, and Flexalert, an emergency voice communications center, comprise a life safety system designed specifically for highrise structures and were developed by the Gamewell Corp. The modular enclosures are made of heavy-gage steel and are suitable for surface mounting or semiflush mounting in a 4-inch wall. All circuit modules are mounted on a unistrut, interconnected with supervised connectors to eliminate intermodule hand wiring, and factory tested as a system.
The unistrut, with modules attached, can be removed in the field for initial installation. Flexalarm contains enclosed controls for alarm re-sound, drill and reset, trouble resound, lamp testing, and permits special programming and selective evacuation. Access to the microphone and selector switches in FlexAlert is via a special lock which is keyed to match the locks of the municipal fire alarm system. Both units feature LED trouble locators which pinpoint system faults for ease of maintenance.
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Splinting Device
Simulaids, Inc. has designed Puff Splint Cover, a splinting device that fits over standard board splints. It inflates through a valve by mouth, and air is expelled when the cover is flattened.
The device eliminates the need of stockinet, foam, Kling, or towel padding. Uninflated, it may be folded into a 3 x 5 x 1/2-inch packet. In emergencies, any stiffening agent may be used—cardboard, sticks, or plastic or metal slats.
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False Alarm Deterrent
Pull Station Protectors, Inc. has introduced a device that covers a fire alarm manual pull station without interfering with its accessibility. The purpose of the pull station protector is to deter vandalism and false alarms without restricting a legitimate activation of the alarm. Lifting the cover to gain access to the pull station causes a loud piercing horn to sound and draw attention to the person lifting the cover. The inside dimension of the frame measures 6×4-inches.
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Radiation Detectors
Geiger counters, dosimeters, anti-contamination kits and alarm systems are available from Dosimeter Corp. of America to detect radiation in the air. For technical and cost information, write for the “Civil Defense Products Flyer” from Dosimeter Corp. of America, P.O. Box 42377, Cincinnati, Ohio 45242.
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Rear-Step Belt
Atlas Safety Equipment Co., Inc. has introduced the No. 52 rear-step belt, designed to protect riders against sudden turns and bumps. The unit consists of an adjustable one-piece waist belt and support strap. The belt has a snaphook and D-ring that permit quick personnel detachment. The strap has a steel snaphook (vinyl coated) that fits over l 5/8-inch diameter supports. The nylon 9500-pound test webbing is 1 3/4-inch wide.
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Voice/Data Playback
The Tutor KT1, a portable playback voice/data device, is now available from Physiological Training Co. The recordings, used to teach arrhythmia recognition were made from actual hospital patients, not simulated.
Narration was prepared under the direction of cardiologists.
Over 40 programs, designed for paramedics and emergency personnel, are available for training purposes.
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Inhalents
Physicians & Nurses Manufacturing Corp. has developed foil-packaged ammonia inhalents to eliminate accidental activating of encapsulated units, as well as spillage of liquid bottled solutions.
The inhalents can also be used as smelling salts.
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Electric Power Pack
Energy Equipment, Inc. has introduced a multi-purpose portable electric power pak (P.E.P.P.).
This self-contained unit eliminates hazards in transporting gasoline.
The P.E.P.P. system generates 120 volts, 60 HZ sine wave AC power (240 volts, 50 HZ also available). It consists of a DA12A 500-watt generator, a 105 amp hour deep cycle battery, and a 10 amp automatic battery charger. The generator is designed to convert the 12 volt DC battery power into normal household current, 120 volt (60 cycle) AC.
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Spanner Strap
Atlas Safety Equipment Co., Inc. has introduced the Chicago type spanner strap no. 243, used to secure hose lines to ladders.
The 1 3/4-inch strap is all nylon with an adjustable slide buckle. It is fitted with a brass spanner hook and a steel ring. The strap adjusts from 45 to 66 inches and weighs 3 pounds.
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