Products/Services/Media: January 2022

E-ONE’s VECTOR was recently ordered by the Mesa (AZ) Fire and Medical Department to support the city’s Climate Action Plan and goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. The all-electric fire truck has the industry’s longest electric pumping duration, using 316 kW of total battery power, enabling the truck to pump at 750-gpm through four hoselines for four hours on a single charge. Additional features include a low battery placement and a 400-kW (536-hp) electric drive motor with regenerative braking. Pumping can be certified to NFPA standards operating on electric power only at 1,250 gpm with maximum flows higher, depending on pump options. www.e-one.com. (352) 237-1122.

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Coxreels 1600 SERIES REELS are feature-focused reels designed for firefighting service. The robust, all-welded, modular hybrid frame is available in various width vs. height configurations to allow vehicle builders the freedom to fit the reel into specific places. Available with one- and 1½-inch wetted fluid paths, it is available with NPT, JIC, or NST outlets in ¾-, one-, and 1½-inch sizes. Specialty features specifically designed for the fire industry such as pulse-stopping pin locks and three-way brakes, mechanical idler gearing, and centrifugal drive clutches make the series highly adaptable to the rigorous needs of the industry. https://www.coxreels.com/1600-series_8_44.html. (800) COX-REEL.

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Globe’s GUARD™ HOOD offers head and neck particulate-protective barrier coverage that is both durable and comfortable. It uses DuPont™ Nomex® Nano Flex—a thinner, lighter, breathable, and flame-resistant material with exceptional elasticity and superior particulate barrier performance. It helps to protect against airborne particulates that can include toxic substances on the fireground. The Globe Guard™ head-to-toe system is designed for the health and safety of what’s really most important underneath: you. https://globe.msasafety.com. (800) 232-8323.

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Liberty Art Works, Inc.’s BRONZE HELMET AWARD. Honor your Bravest and Finest with Quality. Our bronze leather helmet (black or brown patina) is mounted on a four-inch walnut base is highly detailed with stitching, reflectors, and scrollwork. A traditional eagle holds your choice of shield. Overall height is eight inches. Includes your choice of bronze shield and brass plate with three lines of engraving. Our products are proudly Made in the USA. Call to place an order. www.LibertyArtWorks.com. (888) 411-7744. 

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KIMTEK’s FIRELITE® fire rescue skid unit includes a Darley-Davey Pump, a Hannay Reel, and Mercedes Boostlite Forestry Hose. KIMTEK is excited about this collaboration between Ford, Filson, and KIMTEK, and is more excited to see the formation of the Bronco Wild Fund to celebrate wildland firefighters and to help raise awareness and funds to preserve America’s natural resources and national forests! KIMTEK thanks Ford Motor Company and Filson for choosing and trusting the design quality of the FIRELITE Transport skids manufactured by KIMTEK Corporation. www.kimtekresearch.com. (888) 546-8358.

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Spartan’s FC-94 meets the requirements of a commercial chassis but delivers more in a custom configuration with unmatched safety, performance, and strength. Purpose built to handle the heavy-duty requirements of pumpers, tankers, and rescues, the FC-94 is an NFPA-compliant, all-aluminum, 94-inch-wide cab built to keep crews comfortable and safe with high roof lines, flat floors, multiple seat and storage options, and a cramp angle that will deliver superior maneuverability in tight and congested areas. This new custom chassis is within your reach. Change the way you respond today. www.spartaner.com/fc-94. (717) 918-1806.

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