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Budget aims to fix generator issues at Pa. fire stations

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 15:53:45 UTC

By John Walk The York DispatchYORK CITY, Pa. — Backup generators at the four stations operated by the York City Department of Fire/Rescue Services are so old and small that one caught fire two months ago, according to Fire Chief Steven Buffington.In August, fire station No. 1 at 49 S. Duke St. lost power. Its backup generator system kicked in and provided power to the station, but the generator ...

Minn. fire station gets new generator

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 16:56:31 UTC

The St. Paul Pioneer Press MIESVILLE, Minn. — Two years ago, the Miesville fire station lost power during a bad storm. Firefighters were unable to open the station doors or get equipment going in a timely manner."It was a disaster," Fire Chief Tim Niebur said.After that night, the need for a generator at the station was more apparent than ever, Niebur said. But limited by a tight budget ...

Honeywell Batteries impress at FDIC

Mon, 3 May 2010 19:36:16 UTC

By Scott M. Bruner FireRescue1 Product EditorIn addition to Honeywell First Responder's new product lineups, Global Technology Systems, Inc. , exclusive manufacturer of Honeywell Batteries was also on hand demonstrating some of their top products. Their product lineup included several versions of multi-chemistry chargers, and their NEOCELL batteries. According to GTS, the lithium polymer NEOCELL is ...

How to buy power management products

Sat, 27 Feb 2010 00:52:05 UTC

By Ross JohnsonBuying a power management system can be a long and arduous task. Endless products offer a wide variety of solutions, so it’s extremely important to clarify your distinct requirements. Asking yourself a number of questions prior to a purchase will help ensure you select a system that meets your individual needs.1. Determine the overall goal of the system This is a critical step in ...

Mass. city puts GPS tracking in fire apparatus

Mon, 9 Nov 2009 21:43:33 UTC

The system plots fire truck locations and will help improve emergency response and conserve fuel; public can track trucks through website

Electric shut-off procedures

Tue, 15 Jul 2008 20:11:52 UTC

Fire departments must establish preplanned emergency responses with local utility companies and train firefighters to do the electric shut-off procedures...

Power line safety

The Federal Fire and Aviation Safety Team — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 18:22:01 UTC

Operating near or under power lines during wildfires poses unique hazards, and the following precautions should be followed to reduce potential equipment damage or injury: If possible, the power company should deactivate lines in the fire area. Don't operate heavy equipment under power lines. Don't use right-of-ways as a jump or cargo drop spot. Don't drive with long antennas under power lines. Don't ...

How to always have cell phone power available

Mon, 26 Sep 2005 18:28:58 UTC

I sent this to a lot of people deploying to Hurricane Rita, but thought it would be good...

Fleets Prevent Dead Batteries and Delays with Havis ChargeGuard Auto Shut-off Timer

Tue, 6 Mar 2012 19:26:39 UTC

Minimize your fleet's daily stress and lower maintenance costs with one low-cost product by Havis Warminster, PA - For many businesses, the hassle of a dead vehicle battery doesn’t just affect their drivers – it delays shipments, raises vehicle maintenance costs, and increases downtime caused by service calls. With winter quickly approaching, companies should consider the effects cold ...

AMKUS Introduces the 240SS Super Simo

Tue, 8 Nov 2011 19:25:04 UTC

Downers Grove, IL -- The AMKUS 240SS Super Simo Power Unit offers a new level of performance. This 240 volt single phase electric power unit operates two AMKUS tools simultaneously with hose lengths up to 200’. This power unit provides performance virtually the same as the AMKUS Ultimate system which reaches maximum pump pressure 4 times faster than conventional portable power units. Typically ...

Enercon Engineering Provides Fire Building Container Structures and Repelling Tower to Barnesville Fire and Rescue

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 22:33:35 UTC

Enercon Engineering custom designed, manufactured, and installed an extremely durable and versatile fire training medullar system for Barnesville and Lanar County Department. This facility will enhance our abilities to better handle fire rescue and fire control operations for years to come. Ground level 40 foot container with burn room, including: one exterior personnel door; one interior personnel ...

Adamson Industries is a Multiple Contract Holder

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 17:19:53 UTC

Untitled Document Haverhill, Massachusetts- Adamson Industries Corp., a leading provider of public safety vehicle equipment and installation services, is pleased to announce that Adamson Industries Corp has been awarded a second GSA contract ...

Havis-Shields & LEDCO-Chargeguard Announce Merger to Provide Emergency Vehicle & Transportation Expanded Line of Industry Leading Products

Tue, 3 Mar 2009 22:43:47 UTC

WARMINSTER, Pa. - Havis-Shields, the leading manufacturer of mission critical products designed for public safety fleet and fire vehicles, today announced a merger with LEDCO-Chargeguard, Plymouth, Mich., a leading manufacturer of mobile computing solutions and vehicle power management systems. The merger of these two trusted industry leaders will define the new mobile workspace. This partnership truly ...

Check Your Vehicle Idle Stats with IdleRight 2 by Havis

Wed, 7 Mar 2012 20:02:33 UTC

Determine your vehicle's idle hours saved with the IdleRight 2 LED statistics that manage the battery's condition.

Havis Launches Mobile Website

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 22:23:08 UTC

Take a quick look through Havis' new Mobile Website. Visit m.havis.com or scan the QR code at the end of the video to check it out on your mobile device.

About Adamson Industries Corp.

Wed, 6 Apr 2011 17:33:23 UTC

About Adamson Industries Corp public safety vehicle operations and it's facility. Located in Haverhill, Ma., Adamson Industries corp is a leader nationwide in the industry of up-fiiting emergency response vehicles. With the latest product and the all types of vehicles, Adamson Industries Corp designs vehicles with our nations responders safety and comfort in mind.