Apparatus Components

The Detroit Fire Department (DFD) has officially reached Darley Demander status, setting the pace for Departments making the switch to Darley pumps.

How does Darley go about validating a new pump product it is thinking of offering for sale?

What they do may undoubtedly affect fire apparatus design, requirements, and capabilities in the future. It might be advisable to stay abreast of their activities.

How does an APC determine what it should purchase? What can the APC compare proposed LED lights to?

National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1901, Standard for Automotive Fire Apparatus, does not require an onboard generator on any of its various apparatus classifications. Nor does it require one under what specific minor equipment “shall be available” before a rig is placed in service.

The Halo™ bracket features Plasti-dipped rings designed to fit the full range of bottle diameters and has vertical height adjustment to accommodate different bottle heights.

As long as the rig has an adequate water supply, and no one is screaming on the radio to raise or lower pump pressures, pump operators might let the pump do its own thing. Regardless of the reason, a lackadaisical attitude might develop that could be inherently dangerous on the fireground.

Taking this component from a hand-balanced piece to an automated piece, Darley was able to increase precision to an already highly efficient component.

The latest shipment included a Tier 4 Kubota with a DigiTrol™ panel, incorporating an integral pushbutton prime, the Darley Foam Flurry ATP, and welded stainless manifold per customer specification.

This system will deliver a minimum of 46 gpm and 23 cfm @ 125 psi; 80 gpm, and 40 CFM @ 100 psi.