Products/Services/Media: December 2020

Kimtek FIRELITE FIRE RESCUE SKID
FIRELITE

KIMTEK’s FIRELITE® FIRE RESCUE SKID is now featured on Ford Motor Company Bronco-Filson’s Wild Fire Vehicle. The FIRELITE® unit includes a Darley-Davey Pump, Hannay Reel, and Mercedes Boostlite Forestry Hose. KIMTEK will also collaborate with Ford and Filson in the creation of the Bronco Wild Fund to celebrate wildland firefighters and help raise awareness and funds to assist in preserving America’s natural resources and national forests. www.kimtekresearch.com. www.brushtruckskids.com. (888) 546-8358.

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Coxreel

CoxreelsBRAWNY OPTION is now available for most 100 Series hose reels. The 100 Series reel can be mounted to a floor, wall, ceiling, bench, or truck and is made of steel for strength and durability, with a U-shaped frame for two-point axle support that provides stability during operation. The Brawny feature is an added option that adds strength to the drum, minimizing potential damage under increased or pulsing pressure usage. By adding the additional strength to the drum, these professional grade reels are better prepared to tackle the toughest jobs in the industry. www.coxreels.com. (800) 269-7335.

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OnScene Solutions’ COLOR-CHANGING COMPARTMENT LIGHTS

OnScene Solutions’ COLOR-CHANGING COMPARTMENT LIGHTS are available in blue/white, red/white, or green/white combinations for the 12V Access Series. The fixture allows departments to transition back to a traditional white when the scene is better suited for that light. The Access Series delivers 400 lumens for every 18 inches of light, an abundance of output at an economical cost—all backed by a five-year warranty. The lights feature a waterproof polycarbonate enclosure designed for mounting in nearly any location. These linear tube lights are available in lengths from six to 72 inches. www.onscenesolutions.com/led-cargo-lights. (877) 567-4712.

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Kochek Company, LLC

Kochek Company, LLC’s SCOTTY PISTOL GRIP BALL VALVES are replacing its former offerings. These new Kochek ball valves, in one- and 1½-inch sizes, are now sourced directly from Scotty® Firefighter to ensure durability and top-quality performance, and allow for flow rates up to 100 gpm. Kochek re-engineered the Scotty models to include a lightweight, aluminum, full-time 360º female swivel on all models and aluminum male threads on most models, excluding those with 1½-inch NH Male threads. These high-flow pistol grip ball valves come with a bail positioned on top, permitting reliable, smooth shut-off operation. www.kochek.com. www.ScottyFire.com. (860) 963-3377.

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Res-Q-Jack

Res-Q-Jack’s APEX X-STRUT® is latest pin-free stabilization and lifting strut. The Apex can be set up in seconds right off the truck for fast vehicle stabilization. Need to lift? Just attach the side-mounted jack crank the handle for 12 inches of resettable travel. Unlike some other lifting methods, there’s no need to take the strut out of service to add or remove the jack. Get your free, hands-on demo at www.res-q-jack.com. (800) 466-9626.

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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.