Fire apparatus have evolved dramatically over the past two decades. What was once a largely mechanical piece of equipment, diesel engine,...
READ MOREThe Long Game: The Art of Keeping an Aging Fire Apparatus Fleet Alive
May 8, 2026 | Articles, Features, Fire Apparatus, Maintenance
BY MICHAEL HUBER By the time a fire engine reaches the end of a decade of service, it has already lived several lifetimes. It has idled for...
READ MORELessons from the Shop Floor: What Every Officer Should Know About Their Apparatus
Feb 17, 2026 | Fire Apparatus, Magazine
APPARATUS: THE SHOPS Understanding your rig, and your relationship with the shop, is as critical to readiness as training or tactics. Every...
READ MOREHow to Handle Warranty Repairs and Maximize Manufacturer Support
Jun 4, 2025 | Fire Apparatus, Magazine, News
APPARATUS: THE SHOPS Handling fire apparatus warranty repairs and maximizing manufacturer support require a proactive and organized approach to...
READ MOREMaximizing the Efficiency of Your Fleet
Aug 5, 2024 | Fire Apparatus, Magazine
Apparatus: The Shops By Michael Huber In the emergency service industry, we are continually challenged with different problems, all of which we...
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