>> Kussmaul’s AUTO CHARGE 40/20 AUTOMATIC BATTERY CHARGER is a fully automatic battery charger for vehicles with a single-battery system. The unit features a total output of 60 amps, a 40-amp battery charger, and a 20-amp battery saver (power supply). A bar graph display is provided to indicate the state of charge of the battery. The 20-amp low ripple battery saver is provided to power a MDT or computer or other accessories. The battery saver automatically transfers these accessory loads from the battery and powers them from an internal power supply, so there is no interruption of power supplied to the loads during power transfers. www.kussmaul.com. (800) 346-0857.
>> GLIDE™ THERMAL LINERS from Safety Components are now available with high performance PBI fibers. Glide, with PBI G2, features two lightweight apertured layers of PBI/Aramid spunlace-designed to trap air and provide better insulation than traditional two layer thermal liners. The slick, low friction properties of the Glide face cloth, quilted with PBI spunlace, means added freedom of movement, less weight, and less working stress, resulting in a more comfortable feel and uncompromised thermal protection. pbiproducts.com/lwgsystem. (800) 858-2467.
>> Safety Components’ PBI MAX™ offers firefighters the best combination of break open and thermal protection with the most flexible and comfortable outer shell fabric the fire service has ever seen. PBI Max delivers maximum performance and mobility in a lightweight twill design. Uniquely engineered with exclusive Filament Twill Technology™, PBI Max is significantly stronger and more protective than competitive outer shells. www.safetycomponents.com. www.pbimax.com.
>> CMC Rescue’s ENFORCER LOAD CELL KIT is the only load cell UL certified to NFPA 1983, General Use. The Enforcer is a lightweight, compact device that measures force up to 20 kN. It has two sampling modes to monitor systems and record drop testing in high resolution. Constructed of aluminum, its compact, portable design is ideal for in-line use in rigging systems. The kit contains the Enforcer Load Cell, waterproof case, screwdriver, and two AAA batteries. The Enforcer is also capable of recording and downloading graphs of four-second dynamic events and is Bluetooth-enabled. www.cmcrescue.com/enforcer. (800) 235-5741.
>> Cutters Edge has partnered with TheFireStore.com to offer THE VENT BOSS RESCUE SAW, which delivers up to 13,300 RPMs and features a Husqvarna single cylinder, two-cycle engine (73.5cc and 5.7 hp). The large, “glove-friendly,” D-shaped pull handle gives Vent Boss operators an easier grip. It has a combined choke/stop control that allows for easier starting and reduces the risk of “flooding” the engine. With a max-power chain speed of 75.67 fps, the dual-raker fire department style carbide-tipped cutting chain allows the Vent Boss to cut through anything. www.TheFireStore.com. (484) 288-6413.
>> Superior Signal’s ST-10 SMOKE MACHINE produces large volumes of nonirritating, odorless white smoke, leaving no residue. Used in tandem with SUPERIOR ST-10XP FLUID, a triple-filtered blend of pharmaceutical grade, FDA-approved ingredients containing less than five ppm mineral impurities, it will produce a safe, thick fog. Superior ST-10 Smoke Fluid offers excellent performance at a lower cost than most competitive brands. Superior ST-10 Fluids are also compatible with most competitive smoke/fog machines that use Glycol-based fluid. For outdoor training and disaster simulation, Superior Signal offers the most realistic training smoke available. www.SuperiorSignal.com. (800) 945-TEST.
>> Honeywell Power’s IPGSM-4G FIRE ALARM COMMUNICATOR received approval from the Fire Department of New York for use in commercial facilities throughout the city. The IPGSM-4G can report fire alarm signals to a central station over IP (Internet) or GSM (cellular). For optimum reliability, it can be easily configured to report primarily over the Internet and use cellular for backup. The IPGSM-4G is compatible with virtually any brand of fire alarm control panel, making it an ideal solution for new and retrofit systems. www.honeywellpower.com. (800) 627-3473.
>> Ziamatic Corp.’s QUIC-MOUNT DOUBLE EXTRICATION TOOL HOLDER, MODEL QM-ETD-1, is an adjustable, upright extrication tool mounting solution for two extrication tools. The heavy-duty, aluminum QM-ETD-1 boasts independently adjustable components including tilt angle, enabling it to safely and securely accommodate many popular makes and models of cutter, spreader, and combination tool upright in the compartment. Mounting to nearly any flat surface, the QM-ETD-1 eliminates the need for expensive, custom fabricated mounting boxes. www.ziamatic.com. (800) 711-FIRE.
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