Products/Services/Media: March 2020

Trident’s GP SERIESPORTABLE FOAM TRANSFER PUMPS provide easy transfer of foam for multiple applications such as filling fire apparatus or bladder tanks and transferring foam from bulk storage to totes and drums. Features a high-performance GP60 pump, a reliable Honda 11.7-hp engine, and a centrifugal clutch for easy starting. This highly maneuverable cart can be configured for a two-inch camlock or two- or four-inch Storz connections. Ratings at 85 gpm (320 lpm) at 100 psi (7 bar). https://tridentdirect.com. (215) 293-0700.

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Ziamatic Corp.’s QUIC-RELEASE FIRE EXTINGUISHER HOLDER, MODEL QR-FEH-1, is a safer, more dependable way to store five-pound fire extinguishers in the crew area of an ambulance or fire apparatus. Designed specifically for use in moving vehicles and specially engineered to protect personnel in the event of a collision or rollover event. SAE-J3043-, NFPA-, AMD-, and GSA-compliant, the QR-FEH-1 has been third-party tested to hold strong against a 39G-force. Featuring a two-piece, adjustable bracket, the Fire Extinguisher Holder can accommodate one Kidde Pro Series 340 or Amerex Model B500 cylinder. www.ziamatic.com. (800) 711-FIRE.

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Rosenbauer’s PANTHER was delivered to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) in Broward County, Florida. The PANTHER 6 × 6 HRET will now act as the flagship of the FLL fire brigade. Its performance, safety, and ergonomics exceed NFPA and FAA requirements. The PANTHER is powered by a 700-hp Volvo Penta D-16 engine (Tier IV final) that accelerates the 39-ton vehicle from 0 to 50 mph in less than 34 seconds, achieving a top speed of 72 mph. The all-wheel chassis, low center of gravity, and proven rigid axle system give the PANTHER unmatched stability and safe driving characteristics. Crash-tested according to ECE R29-3 requirements for optimal crew protection. www.rosenbaueramerica.com. (605) 543-5591.

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KIMTEK’s FIRELITE® SKID UNITS FM-207 (pictured) and FMH-208 feature a removable and portable lightweight pump. They join KIMTEK’s line of versatile FIRELITE series skid units for use with UTVs and conveniently allow swift removal of the powerful yet lightweight pump for transport to locations even a UTV cannot reach. Each of the new units features a lightweight Mercedes Wick® 100-4H pump driven by a 2.1-hp Honda motor and delivers a high rating of 20 gpm at 70 psi. Easily removable for use in the field, the pump can be hand carried or used with an optional backpack harness available for purchase from KIMTEK. www.kimtekresearch.com. (888) 546-8358.

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Acela Truck Company’s MONTERRA HIGH-MOBILITY RESPONSE APPARATUS now includes wildland and urban interface fire trucks. With 47-inch tires, 23 inches of ground clearance, all-wheel drive, central tire inflation systems (CTIS), and impressive payloads, Acela’s specialized wildland truck variants are capable of operating in terrain simply not accessible to any other wheeled vehicles on the market. Additionally, highway speeds of 74 mph make them perfectly suited for long-distance or mutual-aid response. Comes standard with full parts and service support backed by a bumper-to-bumper parts and labor warranty. www.acelatruck.com. (406) 924-3535.

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Mercedes Textiles Limited’s EXOMETRO is designed specifically for aggressive firefighting applications where true diameter waterways are critical, making this attack hose easier to stretch, advance, and maneuver. Kinks less than any other hose in its class, especially at low pressure. Comes standard with anodized Wayout® couplings and IDentify® Coding System. Burst safety factor of 3.75 times the service pressure for greater security. Perfect for RIT, standpipe, and high-rise operations. https://mercedestextiles.com. (877) 937-9660.

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GORE® CROSSTECH® footwear fabric is highly breathable and delivers durable protection and lasting comfort, giving you a superior boot that allows you to stay on your feet and meet every challenge. Designed with a 100-percent waterproof tested liner, boots with GORE® CROSSTECH® fabric stay dry even after being flexed five times more than required by the NFPA 1971 standard. No other manufacturer requires this level of performance, and no other brand is as committed to ensuring your comfort and safety. www.goreprotectivefabrics.com/technologies/products/crosstech. (800) 431-GORE.

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Globe’s ATHLETIX—material technology enables athletic design with unique, stretch fabrics that allow a closer, contoured fit to provide less bulk, more flexibility, and lighter weight. PBI® STRETCH fabric with KEVLAR® allows for a closer, less bulky fit with unprecedented range of motion and more flexibility. NOMEX® NANO thermal barrier material is thinner, lighter, more flexible, more breathable, and quicker drying. 3M™ SCOTCHLITECOMFORT TRIM reflective material is segmented and heat-sealed to be lighter, more flexible, and breathable without sacrificing visibility. https://globe.msasafety.com/athletix. (800) 232-8323.

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