Fire Soaps’ FIRE SPOT and STATIONWEAR WASH are now available for the fire service. Fire Spot, now available in a new citrus-based formula, is a specially formulated pre-spot treatment for all bunker gear outer shells and thermal liners, EMS gear, and station wear. It provides superior stain removal, helping remove all types of difficult stains such as grease, oil, soot, tar, petroleum, and adhesives. StationWear Wash is a new detergent designed for use on uniforms, job shirts, EMS gear, and general laundry. It is formulated so as not to fade dark colors and is safe to use on all Nomex and fire-resistant chemicals. www.firesoaps.com. (718) 502-9577.
Polaris’ RANGER XP KINETIC features an all-new electric powertrain born from Polaris’ partnership with Zero Motorcycles®. The RANGER XP Kinetic gives departments a sustainable option for off-road response needs and allows them to address limitations on combustion fleet expansion. The all-electric powertrain delivers instantaneous torque for precise control when pulling or towing heavy loads. Also features fewer moving parts for lower maintenance costs and more uptime for increased productivity. Plus, the quiet electric powertrain means easier radio and face-to-face conversations and the option to work at all hours without disturbing anyone. https://military.polaris.com/en-us/applications/fire-and-rescue. (866) 468-7783.
Darley’s VISPEAR™ is the company’s first fully electric pump concept. The Vispear™ 1.5 AG system can produce 20 gpm at 375 psi for a duration of 30-plus minutes on a single charge. When producing 20 gpm at 145 psi, the Vispear™ 1.5 AG can run more than 140 minutes on a single charge. In both cases, the performance range can be doubled by adding an optional power extender to the package. Darley’s fully electric Vispear™ system is turnkey and includes the Revo™ lite user interface, equipped with telematics for real-time data logging. www.darley.com. (800) 323-0244.
Frontline Communications’ C-45X-4 MOBILE COMMAND VEHICLES have been sold to the Ventura County (CA) Sheriff’s Office. These specialized vehicles will provide critical support at wildfires, search-and-rescue operations, major crime scene investigations, large community events, crime prevention events, and more. Additionally, the vehicles will support mutual aid for all allied emergency responding agencies in the five municipalities in Ventura County, which provide their own law enforcement services. Features include Freightliner M2-112 chassis with 330-inch wheelbase; Detroit Diesel DD13 12.8 liter, 505 hp engine; and Allison 4000 EVS automatic transmission with PTO provision. www.frontlinecomm.com. (727) 573-0400.
Bullard’s UST-LW™ FIRE HELMET features an advanced fiberglass composite material which reduces helmet weight by up to 10 ounces, depending on specific configuration. The UST-LW fire helmet also includes a cotton ratchet cover, developed with durability and cleanability in mind. All Bullard UST/USTM Series fire helmets are resistant to chemical attack; remain stable at extreme temperatures; and feature a dual-purpose CFC-free urethane foam impact liner, which provides heat insulation and superior impact and penetration protection. Bullard UST/USTM fire helmets are equipped with the U-Fit system, offering 36 custom comfort settings, and meets and exceeds NFPA 1971. www.bullard.com. (877) 285-5273.
IDEX Fire & Safety’s SAM™ INTEGRATED TOTAL WATER CONTROL SYSTEM manages your truck’s pump, tank, intakes, and discharges. The SAM system replaces your pressure governor and takes care of opening and closing valves based on operator settings. Instead of a complex fire truck pump panel, you can have all your pump controls in a 10-inch touch-screen display. With one swipe, SAM charges first line to preset pressures and maintains set pressures for each discharge, allowing you to focus on your crew and critical fireground tasks, forget about manual valve feathering, and locate hydrant and pull LDH. www.samflows.com.
