Fire Station Equipment News & Articles

• Storage systems: It’s not just about turnout gear

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  Three strategies for creating order out of chaos at the station

• The 4 most common types of fire

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  Kitchen, electrical, heater and smoking-related fires are the four most common types of fires

• How to buy exhaust removal systems (eBook)

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  Download this FireRescue1 exhaust removal systems buying guide to learn key steps for product selection, purchasing and implementation

• What you need to know when purchasing a diesel exhaust removal system

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  NFPA, NIOSH address limiting firefighter exposure to diesel engine exhaust emissions in your fire station

• (eBook) How to build a fire station

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  Download this Fire Chief eBook to learn how to navigate the often complicated process of designing, funding and constructing a new fire station

• 4 storage strategies to minimize carcinogen exposure

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  Consider your station’s unique needs to plan for appropriate PPE storage that prevents contamination

• Fla. city takes aggressive approach to remove exhaust from fire stations

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  To improve the health of Boynton Beach’s first responders, the city plans to install exhaust removal systems inside five fire stations

• Beyond a hook or nail: An evolution in firefighter gear storage

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  NFPA 1851 specifies clean, dry well-ventilated storage for firefighter gear and PPE

• 3 questions to ask before purchasing a firefighter gear storage system

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  Properly maintaining and storing turnout gear extends its lifecycle and protective properties

• 8 ways GearGrid solves PPE and equipment storage problems

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  GearGrid built-in firefighter lockers provide ample storage space and options for customization

• 2 key benefits a smart door operator offers a firehouse

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  New technology from LiftMaster can help firefighters get out the door more efficiently while protecting what’s inside

• GearGrid showcases new firefighter storage products

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  A two-tier locker and personnel locker are among the new products on display at FRI 2017

• Infographic: 6 smart features firefighters want in the firehouse

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  Increased safety, efficiency among the benefits expected from high-tech fixtures

• How to buy a fire station security system

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  The days of never locking the door are gone; here's how to harden your fire stations without looking like a fortress

• GEARGRID launches workstation and power bar

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  Each customizable workstation provides a space for tools to be stored and recharged

• Paladin launches 10K lumens case light, kit

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  The light comes with a 30-inch extension pole and can run off rechargeable batteries or DC power

• 3 NY depts. receive federal funding

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  Over $400,000 was awarded through the Assistance for Firefighters Grant program

• Watch: Fire dept.'s viral video sheds light on cost of gear, equipment

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  The video shows residents attempting to guess how much various pieces of firefighting equipment and gear costs

• How to buy fire station fitness equipment

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  You can't simply throw money at firefighter fitness and expect results; here's how to get the most for your fitness-equipment dollar

• Fire dept. gets $18K to replace old equipment, gear

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  Fire officials said they hope the upgrades will allow the department to score a better ISO rating

• Download your complete AFG 2015 Success Guide

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  This free PDF from FireGrantsHelp and FireRescue1 will give you everything you need for this year's Assistance to Firefighters Grants program

• 7 steps to cleaner firefighter PPE

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  Wearing dirty turnout gear is not a badge of honor; here's how to protect your gear and your health

• Fire chief: Department stuck with faulty equipment

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  The fire department is currently working with leaky fire trucks, worn out equipment and broken radios

• 5 must-haves for firefighting gear washers

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  These five features will improve versatility, reduce operating costs and get the gear as clean as possible

• 2 NY EMS agencies receive federal funding for training, equipment

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  The funding will be used to purchase two cardio compression devices and to train responders on the management of pediatric emergencies

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