Sutphen built this SPH 100 aerial platform quint for the LaVale (MD) Fire Department. The rig is powered by a Cummins 500-hp X12 engine and an Allison Gen 5 4000 EVS automatic transmission.
Where Have All the Apparatus Builders Gone?
The size an OEM is not necessarily reflective of the quality of the apparatus manufactured, nor does the size of a local dealership indicate the expertise and knowledge of its vendor that knocks on your firehouse door.
Grand Blanc (MI) Fire Department Sutphen SL75
Sutphen delivered this SL75 midmount aerial quint to the Grand Blanc (MI). It has a 500-gallon tank and 2,000-gpm pump.
Statesville (NC) Fire Department Sutphen SPH 100
The Statesville (NC) Fire Department has taken delivery of this Sutphen SPH 100 midmount aerial quint built on a Monarch cab and chassis.
E-ONE Selects Darley PSP 1,500 Pump for 49 ARFF Vehicles
The TITAN® ARFF vehicle features a Cummins 500-hp engine, Allison 4000 EVS transmission, Cushman power divider, 1,000 gallon water/140-gallon Class “B” foam concentrate tank, 250 lb. dry chemical system and a Darley PSP 1,500-gpm water pump.
Darley Builds WASP Max for North Evans (NY) Fire District
The North Evans WASP Max is powered by a 330-hp 6.7-liter diesel engine; has Super Single wheels and tires and a suspension lift package; and has a 320-gallon water tank, a 25-gallon Class A foam tank, and a FoamPro 2001 foam system.
Sutphen Pumper Breaks Industry Record
Sutphen Corporation’s new industrial pumper is third-party rated at a record 6,000 gallons per minute from draft.
Detroit (MI) Fire Department Switches to Darley Pumps
The Detroit Fire Department (DFD) has officially reached Darley Demander status, setting the pace for Departments making the switch to Darley pumps.
Petoskey (MI) Twin Sutphen Custom Pumpers
The Petoskey (MI) Fire Department took delivery of twin custom Sutphen pumpers built on Monarch cabs and chassis and featuring 1,500-gpm pumps and 750-gallon tanks.
North Palm Beach (FL) Fire Department Custom 1,500/750 Custom Pumper
The North Palm Beach (FL) Fire Department has taken delivery of this Sutphen Monarch 1,500/750 custom pumper.
What Are These Alphabet Trade Associations?
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.
LED Scene Lights
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