Maximize your creativity with Taylor’s Tins LOCKER TAGS! Customize a unique locker tag to stand out when keeping track of your important personal belongings. Choose from many different backgrounds, designs, and text options. Available in sizes of 2 × 8 or 2 × 10 inches, with available purchasing quantities up to 12 tags. Visit TheFireStore.com to create your very own locker tags now! www.thefirestore.com/search?brand=Taylors-Tins. (610) 857-8070.
With HURST Jaws of Life’s launch of E3, the company has taken the fastest, most powerful tools in the industry and also made them the smartest, giving first responders a dashboard for real-time tool performance that allows them to keep their focus on the patient. www.jawsoflife.com. (800) 537-2659.
IDEX Fire & Safety’s SAM PUMP SYSTEM transforms traditional pump operations to reduce danger on the fireground. While a missed call for water can be irritating – and potentially dangerous – SAM frees engineers to focus on the attack crew and the scene instead of the pump panel. SAM makes every call faster, safer, and simpler. Meet SAM at www.samflows.com.
Key Hose’s HY-FLOW is a lightweight, double-jacketed hose built to withstand grueling fireground conditions. Hy-Flow combines ring-spun staple and filament fibers over a thin-walled, high-tensile, EPDM rubber liner for improved abrasion and moisture resistance. A proprietary reverse twill weave construction reduces friction loss and delivers large volumes of water. Hy-Flow is available in four- and five-inch diameters with lengths up to 100 feet. Features a 10-year warranty and lifetime liner delamination guarantee. KeyHose.com. (800) 447-5666.
Experience the most functional nonencapsulated Level A ensemble—an essential modernization of hazmat PPE. GORE-TEX LABS’ MULTITHREAT SUIT with lightweight CHEMPAK® fabrics provides NFPA 1994, Class 1-certified protection against chemical and biological warfare agents as well as toxic industrial chemicals. Features greater mission capabilities with tactical effectiveness, outstanding range and ease of motion, reduced heat stress, a lightweight yet rugged barrier, flash fire resistance, and increased peripheral vision. Learn how you can get maximum protection, comfort, and confidence for your team with game-changing PPE at Goretexprofessional.com.
Performance Advantage Company’s redesigned ADAPTER LOKS keep your adapters organized and ready to use. Available in 1½- and 2½-inch diameters and two lengths, your adapters easily slide on and are retained by the locking feature. This new updated design will be available soon for a more durable and secure storage option. Molded from high-quality materials, they accept both double male and female adapters; are weather, UV, and impact resistant; and are nonconductive. Call us for all your tool mounting solutions! pactoolmounts.com. (888) 514-0083.
Written to NFPA 1021, this third edition of IFSTA’s Structural Fire Fighting: Initial Response Strategy and Tactics prepares the student to serve as the incident commander, who must evaluate an incident, assign resources, and coordinate the incident action plan. This new edition encompasses decision making during emergency response—especially initial decisions on arrival—and incident planning. The purpose of this manual is to provide the initial incident commander with the strategic and tactical concepts that can be applied to various situations using available resources. Ifsta.org. (800) 654-4055.
MANAGING A FIRE COMPANY by John Brunacini and co-author Tim Dietz presents a real-life, job related perspective on effectively managing a fire company. Brunacini and Dietz have more than 30 years of combined experience as company officers managing and supervising actual fire companies. The textbook is written in a “1-2-3” how-to manner that covers the specific details a company officer really needs to know when managing expectations, readiness, crew resilience, service delivery, HR matters, as well as addressing personnel issues in the most positive, corrective manner possible. Read it today, use it today. Purchase at www.managingafirecompany.com. (602) 606-8929.
Air Systems International’s MULTI AIR COMMAND (MACK™) AIR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM provides low-pressure breathing air from SCBA cylinders or cylinders on department vehicles. More advanced models offer air pressure regulators for confined-space rescue, air tools, and air cylinder filling systems. Designed and tested by professional firefighters to meet the rigorous industry and NFPA requirements. www.airsystems.com.
(800) 866-8100.
Super Lightweight Traditional Style Fire Helmet: The newest member of Bullard’s UST FIRE HELMET SERIES. So light, you may forget you’re wearing it! Engineered Bullard Tough—for firefighters, by firefighters. Features the same great strength and protective performance and is now one of the lightest on the market at 54.4 ounces. Also features advancements in new fiberglass composite shell materials that provide upward of 10 ounces in weight reduction without compromising protection. Exclusive optional ReTrak® visor accommodates eyewear and has a simple one-handed operation. Comfortable with no added pressure on your nose or face. www.bullard.com/ustlw. (877) 285-5273.
CET’s PFP-18HPVGD-2D-CE. Discover a very reliable high-volume portable pump. This model is the most suitable for skid-units. The engine and pumps are mounted on a steel protective frame with folding handles. All our pumps are designed for the fire and emergency environment. The Flow Starts Here. Visit our pump section on www.fire-pump.com for more information. (800) 567-2719.
Firecom’s CONNECT is suited for EMS, hazmat, mobile command, and training applications where situational awareness is the highest priority. Users simply leverage their existing wired or Bluetooth® headset to plug or pair to the Firecom Connect, which allows up to 800 feet line-of-sight, hands-free communication. Firecom Connect provides 24 hours of battery life and is rugged, watertight, and dust resistant with an IP67 rating. www.firecom.com/products/firecom-connect/connect. (800) 527-0555.
Liberty Art Works’ SPEAKING TRUMPET has been a longstanding symbol of leadership in the fire service. Adorned with artwork, this nostalgic trumpet was designed with elements to represent all members who have taken the oath to protect life and property. The lower section displays leather hoses, nozzles, hydrants, and a hand pump cart. The middle portion displays traditional tool scrambles, and the uppermost panel finishes with a trumpeting officer. Encircled in decorative beading and scrollwork, the speaking trumpet is cast in solid bronze, mounted on a walnut base, and includes a customized brass plate of engraving. www.LibertyArtWorks.com. (888) 411-7744.
LION’s REDZONE™ PARTICULATE BLOCKING TURNOUT GEAR is the only gear tested, proven, and verified by UL to block particulates. Features particulate-blocking zones designed to help reduce your exposure to the dangers lurking in fireground smoke. The LION RedZone turnout package shows no ingress at the turnout coat, pant, glove, boot interfaces and closures, and requires no changes to the donning and doffing procedure. In addition to being certified to NFPA 1971, the gear performs consistently with existing turnout standards, meaning no added heat stress or mobility restriction. www.lionprotects.com/redzone. (800) 548-6614.
Matjack’s FLAT LIFT AIR BAGS are the only U. S.-built air bags that give you the advantage of high-pressure air bags lifting substantial weight while giving you the lifting surface you expect from low- or medium-pressure cushions. These high-pressure air bags lift with a consistent flat lifting surface throughout the lift, giving the air bags a more stable surface at the top of the stroke without rounding and potentially losing or tipping the load. Matjack builds the best Flat Lift air bags in the industry, backed by the best warranty. www.matjack.com. (800) 827-3755.
The Paratech RESCUE GUARDIAN (PART NO. 22-796RG1) monitors and alarms for changes in load, vibration, and incline, increasing the safety of technical rescue personnel and on-scene victims. The Rescue Guardian can attach to any Paratech equipment as well as to walls, floors, and beams—nearly any object that needs to be monitored. Use Rescue Guardian as a standalone or pair it with Paratech’s Remote Monitoring App (Android and iOS) for monitoring and notifications. Protect your crew in building collapse, heavy-vehicle rescue, trench rescues, and many more rescue scenarios. Visit Paratech.com/future for safer rescues. (800) 435-9358.
Pierce and PACCAR MX-13 ENGINE. Two premium brands come together to offer the PACCAR MX-13 big block engine, available exclusively on Pierce® custom chassis in North America. At the heart of your apparatus, the PACCAR MX-13 engine brings efficiency and flexibility together into one high-performance solution. This first-class engine, available in 510-hp with 1,850 pound-foot of torque, incorporates design features that help keep you running with outstanding fuel economy, low maintenance, and a great return on investment. Perform. Like no other. Learn about the exceptional out-of-the-gate performance of the PACCAR MX-13 big-block engine available on Pierce chassis at piercemfg.com/paccar-mx-13. (920) 832-3000.
Rescue 42’s The Ripper™ is the rescue solution to tackle FMVSS 226! Is your department ready for the rescue challenges ahead? Laminated side windows are now standard in most new vehicles. Window punches won’t work! Will you be prepared when the time comes—when you have only seconds to save a trapped occupant? The Ripper™ is a critical life-saving tool that safely cuts and removes laminated side windows in less than TEN SECONDS! Visit www.rescue42.com/the-ripper for everything you need to know about The Ripper™. (888) 427-3728.
Unleash the full lifting potential of your Res-Q-Jack Apex and Super X-Struts with the revolutionary ALPHA DRIVE SYSTEM. This patented, battery-powered jack assistant does the heavy lifting so you don’t have to. The Alpha Drive System plugs into the jack handle receptacle of your Apex or Super X Add-On Jack to effortlessly unleash the full 6,000-pound lifting capacity at the squeeze of a button. You’ll maintain the same level of control and user feedback you’ve loved about our jacks, and the Alpha can easily revert back to the hand crank at any time. Request your free demo at www.res-q-jack.com. (800) 466-9626.
The ROLLNRACK SYSTEM will streamline hose management for any department with a priority on safety and efficiency. The heart of the system is our battery-operated Power Roller. Drain and roll 100 feet of LDH in 30 seconds with a 5,000-foot capacity! Our Efficiency Package saves you money. The system is customizable and is considered BEST PRACTICE for the fire service. www.rollnrack.com. (262) 363-2030.
Skedco’s SKED STRETCHER SYSTEM, although designed to do all types of rescues, excels in the tight, hard-to-access, confined spaces. It can be used in either a vertical or horizontal rescue application. Combined with the Oregon Spine Splint, it allows extrication of a six-foot tall patient through holes as small as 11 × 15 inches, with the patient’s spine immobilized. When packed away for storage, the Sked and OSS both fit in a provided nine-inch diameter by a 36-inch-long backpack, which has storage for accessories. This allows rescuers to carry the complete system in one convenient pack. https://skedco.com. (800) 770-SKED.
Streamlight’s PORTABLE SCENE LIGHT II is a waterproof area light that produces 10,000 lumens. It requires zero deployment time and features a 360° rotating head to aim the light where needed. Stack multiple units for a “light tower” configuration for more light. Cordless and compact, it eliminates trip hazards common with corded lighting options. https://www.streamlight.com. (800) 523-7488.
Fire Engineering Books & Videos’ CHALLENGES OF THE FIREFIGHTER MARRIAGE by Anne and Mike Gagliano. Author Anne Gagliano, the widely read Fire Engineering and FireLife.com columnist, has teamed up with her husband, Captain Mike Gagliano, to share their 30-plus years of personal experience on how marriage can thrive in the chaotic world of firefighting. In addition, they have called upon well-known and respected couples who share their stories of comfort and guidance for firefighter families everywhere. www.fireengineeringbooks.com. (800) 752-9764.
Fire Engineering Books & Videos’ COMMON VALOR by Frank Viscuso. In Common Valor, Frank Viscuso describes the firefighting world as only a firefighter can. Viscuso captures the human emotion and drama from firefighters who have endured a wide range of firefighting and rescue scenarios. He goes way beyond the stories that the public may hear about. With Common Valor, you live it. From these dramatic descriptions, you feel yourself right there, up close with the rescuers. From seeing fellow firefighters die to being caught in a flashover and living to tell about it, Common Valor captures the true spirit and camaraderie of firefighters. www.fireengineeringbooks.com. (800) 752-9764.
For indoor training, Superior Signal’s SUPERIOR® ST-10 SMOKE MACHINE produces large volumes of nonirritating, odorless white smoke with no residue. With huge 20,000-cfm maximum and 6,000-cfm continuous output, the rugged ST-10 Smoke Machine is economical and built to last for years of heavy use. Superior® ST-10 Smoke Fluids are made in the USA from all pharmaceutical-grade ingredients, producing a safe, thick smoke. Premium ST-10XP Smoke Fluid yields maximum dense smoke, with longest hang time. Superior® ST-10 Fluids are compatible with most competitive smoke/fog machines, and are available in one-, five-, and 55-gallon sizes—all economically priced. www.SuperiorSignal.com/FEPR. (732) 251-0800.
TFT’s CREWPROTECT is your self-contained, comprehensive air filtration system for enclosed apparatus cabs. StationProtect employs the same patented technologies to filter your gear rooms, sleeping quarters, and living spaces. These devices protect you, your firefighting crew, and your extended first-responder crew from airborne threats you face each day. Airborne contaminants like cancer causing particulates, volatile organic compounds, and aerosols carrying viruses, bacteria, and mold are significantly reduced. You can easily install each unit in your station and on existing apparatus at an apparatus service shop. To request information, go to TFT.com/CrewProtect. (800) 348-2686.
There are many tools at the ready to help fight fires, but only one that pumps water. Eight of the top 10 largest cities in the USA trust Waterous FIRE PUMPS to deliver water to the fire. Ask yourself, what fire pump is in my apparatus? www.waterousco.com. (651) 450-5000.
Streamlight’s FIRE VULCAN LED provides all the benefits of the Fire Vulcan at just half the weight (1.85 pounds). It’s waterproof, extremely versatile, and easy to operate with its convenient multifunction toggle switch. This Fire Vulcan is far brighter than competing lights, projecting an intense white beam that pierces through darkness, dust, and smoke. And, because you can choose high or low power, you can adjust the light intensity to suit your needs or extend your runtime up to six hours. Go in with the most powerful LED in its class. Visit TheFireStore.com to order yours today. www.thefirestore.com/Streamlight-vulcan-led. (800) 852-6088.
Genesis Rescue Systems’ new SLI TOOLS have more speed, have a smooth cut, and feature a Service Mode and Training Mode. They also use a powerful 18V battery and have underwater capabilities. This is more than JUST a rescue tool! www.genesisrescue.com. (937) 293-6240.
Fire Engineering Books & Videos’ CRITICAL DECISION MAKING by Michael J. Barakey. By nature, competent decisions by emergency responders are challenging because incidents are fluid and dynamic. In Critical Decision Making, Chief Michael Barakey gives emergency first responders the tools to succeed on every incident where they make critical decisions and mitigate incidents daily under stress. This book reviews cases to identify common incident elements that hinder quality decision making, and it introduces point-to-point leadership, a systematic approach to making critical decisions from the time responders are alerted to an incident to its resolution. www.fireengineeringbooks.com. (800) 752-9764.
