INTERNET MAGAZINE
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Firenuggets: Internet magazine features fire service authors from New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Buffalo, San Jose, Denver, Yonkers, and other urban fire departments, volunteer departments, and wildland agencies. It offers concise nuggets of experience-based information to improve firefighter operations, prevent dangerous situations, and save lives. www.firenuggets.com.
18/120 SAR AIRBOAT
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Rivercraft: Features fly-off/on deployment, low-water displacement, and no-feedback outboard steering. Designed for rescue operation on ice, snow, and in rapid-water conditions. (607) 336-2628.
POWERBOXTM PORTABLE JUNCTION BOX
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Circle D Lights: Designed for use in wet conditions, it meets NFPA 1901 requirements, is listed by Underwriters Laboratories, and is NEMA type 3R listed for wet locations. Features bright locator light on top, 360-degree visibility, and Easy-GripTM integral carrying handle. Body, covers, and spring-loaded lids are cast of heavy-duty aluminum alloy with stainless-steel hardware. Includes four twist-lock receptacles. Available with many custom configurations. (800) 883-8382.
STANDARDS FOR EVIDENCE PHOTO-GRAPHY-CRIMINAL AND CIVIL
Evidence Photographers International Council (EPIC): Booklet details exact procedures to follow for photographing a crime scene. Chapters cover the first officer/firefighter at the scene, viewing prints correctly, requirements for submitting photos as evidence at trial, suggestions for being a good witness, direct and cross-examination of photographers as expert witnesses, and improving evidence photography. (570) 253-5450.
RESPAIDE? CPR ISOLATION MASK
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Emergency Filtration Products: Permits users to more safely render assistance to nonbreathing victims. Viral and bacterial filtration efficiencies greater than 99.9 percent at .027 microns with virtually no drop in differential air pressure. Vapor isolation valve combines 3MTM filter media with one-way duckbill valve, assembled within a sealed, sonic-welded K-resin housing. (888) 656-3697.
ASHCROFT? LIQUIDLESS GAUGES
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Dresser Instrument: Liquidless gauges feature steady pointer, have no fill lines or bubble to interfere with readability, guard against pulsation/vibration, and eliminate leaks that damage apparatus finish. Contact Simone Engineering at (800) 545-0767.
BOMB THREAT VIDEO
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Emergency Film Group: 25-minute video teaches proper procedures to reduce the incidence of bomb threats and lessen impact of received threats. Video and accompanying Model Procedures Guide describes preparing and implementing a bomb incident plan tailored to a particular location. Topics include talking to threat maker, chain of command, deciding to evacuate, alerting procedures, searching for bomb, and supporting bomb squad. Additional information includes bomb squad role, equipment used, roles of police and fire departments, anthrax scares, safe locations, recognizing a potential bomb, and searching for secondary devices. (800) 842-0999.
ANTISURGE TANK SAFETY BAFFLES
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Trail Creek, Inc.: Designed to reduce surging of liquid cargo during transport, baffle displaces little of tank volume. Available for chemical, fuel, and water cargo tanks holding between five and 10,000 gallons. Retrofit baffle is tested and approved by USDA Forest Service. (208) 983-0881.
THOROGOOD FOOTWEAR HEAVY-DUTY STATION BOOT
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Weinbrenner Shoe Company, Inc.: Boot meets Cal/OSHA Title 8, Art. 10.1, Sec. 3410 (f) requirements. Features steel safety toes; stainless-steel, puncture-resisting bottom plates; Vibram Security heavy-duty lug soles that are oil-, heat-, and slip-resistant. Includes combination smooth full-grain, high-shine leathers; comfort weave linings; padded shafts; and removable Poly-Pillow Footpacer insoles. (800) 826-0002.
CAIRNSHELMETS 2000 SPRING CATALOG
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Cairns & Brother: Color 26-page catalog features leather, traditional, and modern helmets and performance information; gold leaf and standard fronts; accountability systems; eye protection; replacement parts; and maintenance products. (973) 473-5867.
RESPONDERTM SERIES FLASHLIGHTS
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Koehler-Bright Star, Inc.: Includes three C-cell flashlight, two AAA-cell penlight, and two AA-cell swivel light. All are UL listed for use in hazardous locations and MSHA listed for use in mines. Three C-cell light is submersible and has two switches and a pushbutton switch for one-handed operation. Penlight is submersible to 500 feet; swivel light head rotates 180 degrees; both provide 10,000 candlepower. (800) 631-3814.
VISION AV-2000 FACEPIECE
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Scott Health and Safety, Inc.: Permanently treated to resist facepiece lens fogging. No need to apply antifog solutions or appliques after cleaning. Replacement lens kit allows conversion of existing AV-2000 facepieces. Available at introductory pricing for a limited time, the lens kit is available as one part number and includes all components necessary for field conversion. (800) 633-3915.
STEELEVEST PASSIVE COOLING VEST
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Steele: Vest has frozen gel Thermo-strips that provide two to four hours of cooling. Requires no special storage or handling procedures and are nontoxic and nonflammable. MSDS test reports available on request. (888) STEELEV.
ROPE PRODUCT’s CATALOG
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Pigeon Mountain Industries, Inc.: 66-page color catalog displays life safety and water rescue rope and accessories; steel and aluminum connectors, pulleys, hoists, and other rigging hardware; ladders; helmets, harnesses, and other personal equipment; lighting; and auxiliary equipment for patient evacuation and communications. (888) 764-1437.
C3019A UTILITY RADIO ADAPTER
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David Clark Company, Inc.: Provides an interface between any David Clark Series 3000 noise attenuating headset and a mobile radio system. Includes belt clip; RFI-shielded coil cord that extends 15 feet; and push-to-talk switch with optional off-hook revert function of radio’s scan feature, detented listening level control, and seven-pin screw-on connector. (508) 751-5800.
MESSENGER 911 SOFTWARE
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SSD Inc.: Software application developed for the public safety industry to enhance emergency response capabilities. Captures the transmission of 911 fire board alarm data and forwards it to EMS personnel via pagers and other wireless data devices. Transmits information to printers and large-format LED display signs in fire stations. (800) 652-3360, ext. 238.
VEHICLE WARNING BUZZERS AND ALARM KITS
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Cole Hersee Company: Devices alert vehicle operator to potential vehicle system failure. Available warning devices alert emergency vehicle personnel to pump or medical systems failure. Universal buzzers alert operator to problems such as low air, water, oil, and transmission fluid levels; hydraulic and battery system failure; and door ajar. (617) 268-2100, ext. 203.
WINNIPEG FIREFIGHTER MITT
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Morning Pride Manufacturing, LLC: Developed with the input of the Winnipeg Fire Department, three-finger mitten is certified to NFPA 1971 structural firefighting requirements. Features CrosstechT glove insert by W.L. Gore & Associates. Provides liquid penetration resistance against blood, body fluids, and NFPA common chemicals. Trigger-finger styling allows index finger use and surrounds rest of hand with balloon of insulating air to protect against extreme cold or heat from fire. (937) 264-2662.
FOAM AND WATER MIST PUMP PACKAGES
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Edwards Manufacturing Inc.: UL- and FM- certified foam concentrate and high-pressure water mist pump package. Features low flow, innovative rotor design, and low-cost maintenance. (503) 659-4198.
QUICKCHECK SYSTEM
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Cummins Engine Company, Inc.: System designed in conjunction with PalmTM handheld device (must be purchased separately) reads SAE J1587 engine data from any electronic diesel engine. Datalink adapter is plugged into vehicle harness; data may be viewed immediately or downloaded into personal computer. User may view a range of engine functions and cumulative trip overview. Available in the future for SAE J1939 engine data. (800) DIESELS.
GAS DETECTING AND MONITORING PRODUCTS CATALOG
Industrial Scientific Corporation: 76-page color catalog features single- and multigas portable monitors, confined-space kits, fixed monitoring systems, repair/rental information, specifications, calibration equipment, applicable accessories, and pricing information. (800) DETECTS.
DIVING IN CONTAMINATED WATER CD-ROM
Trelleborg Viking: Training CD-ROM includes materials for training commercial and public safety divers for diving in contaminated water. Companion book, Diving in High Risk Environments, 3rd Edition, covers full face masks, dry suits, wireless communications, surface supplied diving, and more. (800) 344-4458.
ORC-19 PORTABLE HYDRAULIC RESCUE TOOL
Ogura HyPower Corporation: Tool has compact, self-contained, battery-operated hydraulic motor. Cuts up to 50 steel bars of 3/4-inch diameter per charge. Tool head swivels 360 degrees. Weighs 23 pounds and is powered by 18-volt rechargeable battery. (650) 572-9230.
MICROTALK TWO-WAY RADIO
Advanced 2-Way Products, Inc.: Five-watt, 99-channel synthesized radio includes user-selectable scan that locks out or avoids busy channels. Private line allows compatibility with other two-way radio brands using digital tone code technology. Dimensions: 41/4 inches tall by 21/16 inches wide. Comes with belt clip, 600 MAH battery, 110-volt wall charger, rubber duck antenna, and wrist strap. (800) 233-0013.
SAMPLE-DRAW TRANSMITTER
Gas Tech, Inc.: Operates on 24Vdc. Sample-draw pump ideal for monitoring difficult-to-access areas; accepts sample lines up to 100 feet long. May be connected to Gas Tech controller or directly to PLC or DCS. May be configured for hydrocarbon gases. (510) 745-1275.
CAD ASSIST DISPATCH SYSTEM
Global Dispatch Technology Corporation: Designed for public safety dispatch centers serving communities of up to 250,000. Integrates advanced mapping and geographical districting technology. Operational in single- and multiple-station configurations, it maximizes call volume capacity and operational efficiency. Features single-screen operation and WindowsT graphical interface in a mouse-driven environment. Mapping component permits upgrades from paper and digital formats. Addresses are automatically geocoded during process. (405) 810-8008.
091-32-029 RELAY BOARD
Kussmaul Electronics Company, Inc.: Two relays are mounted and energized individually from power supplied through terminal strip. LED indicators adjacent to each relay light up when relay is energized. Load circuits are connected directly to top of relays with 1/4-inch quick-disconnect terminals. Available for 12- and 24-volt operation by supplying a voltage to relay or by grounding relay coil. (800) 346-0857.
3000 SERIES APPARATUS INTERCOM SYSTEM
Fire Com: Provides continuous radio monitoring, voice-activated circuitry, and adjustable volume control. Accommodates up to six-person crews for intercom communications. Optional digital message recorder (DMR) records up to 32 seconds of incoming radio traffic for instant playback. (800) 527-0555.
XCALIBUR MT6 COT
Ferno-Washington, Inc.: Constructed of RG5 color-permeated composite material, X-frame cot weighs 73 pounds and can carry up to 600 pounds. Angled, comfort-grip handles and elliptically shaped cot frame allows for proper positioning and greater control. Adjustable high-low handle permits shorter EMTs better leverage when lifting and loading. Includes infinitely adjustable gas-assist backrest and shock feature for patient comfort. (937) 382-1451.
COMMERCIAL AND GOVERNMENT PRODUCTS DIVISION CATALOG
Boston Whaler, Inc.: 20-page color catalog provides construction and specification information for its line of fiberglass-hulled boats. Models range from between 13 and 27 feet in length. Cabins available for larger models. (904) 428-0057.
INDUSTRIAL TOOL BOOK
Sears Industrial Sales: 500-page catalog features more than 11,000 products from Craftsman and other premium industrial brands. Expanded safety and maintenance equipment sections and index. Available electronically later this summer. Free to qualified buyers. (800) 776-8666.
SLIM VIZ SYSTEMS
Star Technology Corporation: Modeling and simulation products designed for emergency incident management training. Scalable two- and three-dimensional simulation available from entry-level to complex networked systems. Feature advanced smoke, fire, and vapor models. Simulations provide single or multiple views of incident. Control module facilitates exercise setup, user interface, and instructor/technician control. Decision capture system provides exercise playback for postincident analysis. (703) 913-9900.
35-60-POUND M SERIES WASHER-EXTRACTOR BROCHURE
Pellerin Milnor Corporation: Brochure illustrates washer-extractor features and provides tables to determine optimal use. Microprocessor controls preprogrammed for eight different markets are described in detail. Operating efficiencies, construction features, and optional accessories are also described. (800) 469-8780.
EMS GARMENT BROCHURE
Richochet Manufacturing Company, Inc.: 10-page brochure provides information on a variety of EMS garments including jackets, pants, liners, coveralls, and accessories. All jackets, pants, and coveralls meet NFPA 1999 criteria, and all garments feature CrosstechRegistered fabric. (888) 462-1999.
ENFORCER CHASSIS
Pierce Manufacturing, Inc.: Offers FAWR of 18,740 pounds, a GVWR of 49,740 pounds, and 13.38-inch deep frame rails. Provides a steering cramp angle of 45 degrees; a standard 67-inch-long cab that seats eight with raised roof options of 10, 16, and 22 inches; and available ALL STEERRegistered all-wheel steering system. Ergonomic interior has a wraparound instrument cluster and LCD that displays 25 warning messages (e.g., cab door open, low engine oil). (920) 832-3000.
