DuPont™ NOMEX® ON DEMAND™ is the one-of-a-kind, premium thermal liner technology that activates at 250°F to give firefighter gear increased thermal performance. In routine or ordinary conditions, the liner remains thin, breathable, and flexible for exceptional mobility and comfort. This means that you have outstanding thermal protective performance under emergency conditions and excellent total heat loss under routine conditions. Turnout gear, EMS wear, stationwear, and accessories made of Nomex® are inherently flame-resistant and won’t melt, drip, or support combustion in the air. The thermal protection offered by Nomex® is permanent—its flame resistance cannot be washed out or worn away. www2.dupont.com/Nomex/en_US/index.html. (800) 931-3456.
Cutters Edge’s CE2172 MULTI-CUT® FIRE RESCUE SAW is next-generation technology for fire rescue saws. The CE2172 offers 10 percent more horsepower, is more fuel efficient, and emits fewer emissions. It is available with Cutters Edge BULLET™ Chain and is available in a fully equipped sawing kit. www.cuttersedge.com. (800) 433-3716.
AWG’s FLEX-LITE LIGHTWEIGHT PVC SUCTION HOSE is 16-percent lighter with a 24-percent tighter bend radius. Field removable couplings made of aircraft aluminum are hard coated to Military spec. All metal—no plastic—collars secure hose includes beveled edges for easy loading into apparatus. Metal roller bearings in swivels—no plastic. www.awg-fire.com. (508) 850-5260.
MagneGrip’s EXHAUST REMOVAL SYSTEMS eliminate breathing vehicle exhaust emissions in firehouses. They are fully automatic, easy to use, and have the lowest maintenance requirements. The Flexhose (pictured) track system is the most compact, 100-percent effective system available. Only 18- to 24-inch aisles are needed between vehicles—and the system has no hanging hose loops to block access to doors or loading. The Flexhose system has a cast aluminum carrier elbow for lighter weight, cooler operation, and increased durability. A support cable inside the hose eliminates stretching or stress and ensures a smooth nozzle disconnect with every exit. www.magnegrip.com. (800) 875-5440.
MSA’s FLAMEGARD 5 FLAME DETECTOR is a multispectral infrared detector that features breakthrough neural network intelligence for reliable discrimination between actual flames and nuisance false alarm sources. Additional members of the FlameGard 5 Flame Detector family include the FlameGard 5 UV/IR Detector and the FlameGard 5 UV/IR-Hydrogen Detector, which both use ultraviolet and infrared detection technology to provide high immunity to false alarms. The FlameGard 5 Test Lamp for testing the FlameGard 5 Detectors is the final component in this new series. www.msanet.com/flamegard5. (724) 776-8721.
Kochek Company’s patented HOLLEYTRANSFER PIPE efficiently moves water from dump tanks to drafting tanks. This process, commonly used in rural firefighting, is vital in saving firefighters time. The Holley Transfer Pipe replaces existing lower-volume, more complicated, and labor-intensive methods of transferring water. www.kochek.com. (800) 420-4673.
Elkart Brass’ HERO PIPE addresses the unique challenges of fires in skyscrapers and tall buildings beyond the reach of ladder trucks. HERO Pipe enables firefighters to deliver a high-volume of water at the point of attack from the exterior of the floor below the fire. A two-person team can set up the HERO Pipe in three minutes. Once the proper attack points have been determined, the aluminum manifold is secured to the exterior of the floor below the incident. The telescopic waterway is made of anodized aluminum and is capable of delivering large volumes of water. Combined with Elkhart’s Sidewinder™ EXM monitor, a targeted stream can be directed by remote control. www.elkhartbrass.com. (800) 346-0250.
Hannay Reels’s ELF SERIES REEL is designed for compact spaces on rescue vehicles where specific height requirements must be met. The reel takes up 70 percent less space than traditional reels while maintaining the same amount of hose or cable, and are ideal for utility and breathing air hose in rescue applications. It does not sacrifice hose or cable life despite a smaller drum diameter and features a gear motor rewind designed to produce even reverse speeds, eliminating the need for speed-regulating devices. Compatible with all three rescue reel types—air, twin hydraulic, and cord. www.hannay.com.
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