Apparatus failures do not wait for normal business hours. When these situations occur, fleet personnel must make rapid decisions that balance operational readiness, staffing limitations, and safety.
Do you need a micron gauge? That is an economic decision, but if you are conscientious as well as under time constraints, you may find that a micron gauge saves time by avoiding either over pumping to be on the safe side or just hoping that you get enough of the air out.
Engine 18 is this 2025 E-ONE Typhoon stainless-steel pumper. It has a Typhoon 58-inch cab with flat roof and 4-inch lower steps.
The department had applied for an AFG grant for the apparatus purchase but had been turned down several times before finally being awarded the grant. Just prior to being awarded, the township was ready to provide funding for the apparatus.
Engine 713 is a custom KME pumper. It is built on a Panther MFD Cab with a 10-inch raised roof and has seating for seven. This rig has a FLEX Long Pumper style body.
Rescue 22 is a custom 2020 KME Severe Service cab with a rescue-pumper body. It is equipped with a 2,000-gpm pump and a 770-gallon water tank.
The tool salesman tries to sell you a micron gauge for your HVAC repairs. What is going on here? How are filters, vacuum pumps, and (ex)planets related?
The modern fire apparatus shop is no longer just a support function—it is a critical component of operational readiness and firefighter safety. Jurisdictions that invest in training, diagnostics, data analysis, and documentation position themselves to succeed in an increasingly complex environment.
How is balance relevant to the HVAC system? The short version is that the amount of refrigerant must be balanced with the interior volume of the system.
E-ONE built this Metro 100 aerial ladder quint on a Cyclone cab and chassis for the Hebron (KY) Fire Department.
The HVAC technician’s duty when performing maintenance is to understand each component clearly and inspect for anything that could impede its function.
Fleet management is no longer just about buying new rigs—it’s about mastering the art of keeping aging ones alive.
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