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ana Commercial Vehicle's SPICER® D2000 HEAVY-DUTY STEER AXLES

>> Dana Commercial Vehicle’s SPICER® D2000 HEAVY-DUTY STEER AXLES provide proven reliability and durability when vehicle performance is critical. The D2000 optimizes stopping distance, even under increased loads. Compatible with the latest air disc and air drum brake technology, a patented “Power Rib” design offers superior durability and deflection characteristics. Options include a 5¼-inch drop beam and up to a 50° turn angle, providing a lower chassis profile and maneuverability. www.danacommercialvehicle.com/fire. (888) 670-3262.


Eastern Kentucky University's ONLINE FIRE DEGREE PROGRAMS

>> Eastern Kentucky University’s ONLINE FIRE DEGREE PROGRAMS provide you with leadership and management skills that go beyond the fire industry and that are applicable directly to your current role. With state-of-the-art elements, these programs help you become a more technically proficient fire professional. Our industry experienced faculty is able to help you combine your training with an advanced education that can aid you in developing your career. http://safetymanagement.eku.edu. (866) 277-9878.


KIMTEK's FIRELITE™ TRANSPORT COMPACT SKID UNIT SERIES

>> KIMTEK’s FIRELITE™ TRANSPORT COMPACT SKID UNIT SERIES offers versatile, cost effective, quick-response solutions for remote and facility fire service use. Rugged and rust proof, these lightweight slip-in fire skid units offer quality construction at an affordable cost. FIRELITE units are constructed of bright aluminum diamond plate with aluminum tubing sub-frame and use stainless-steel piping and brass valves. All FIRELITE units come with a rescue area to carry a Stokes litter, long board, optional crosslay hose tray, or optional fully enclosed tool storage area. A large storage section with tailgate for storing hard suction, forestry hose, nozzles, and other appliances is built in. www.kimtekresearch.com. (888) 546-8358.


MSA's GALAXY GX2 AUTOMATED TEST SYSTEM

>> MSA’s GALAXY GX2 AUTOMATED TEST SYSTEM provides advanced safety management and effortless operation. Efficiently manage your portable gas detection fleet through simple, intelligent testing and calibration of MSA ALTAIR® and ALTAIR PRO single-gas detectors and ALTAIR 4X and ALTAIR 5X multigas detectors. New MSA Link™ Pro software offers proactive safety management significantly reduced total cost of ownership through reduced calibration gas usage and faster testing times. www.us.MSASafety.com. (800) MSA-2222.


PMI's GRAIN EVACUATION TOOL (GET) COFFER DAM SOLUTION

>> PMI’s GRAIN EVACUATION TOOL (GET) COFFER DAM SOLUTION is a complete rescue solution designed and manufactured by Montezuma Rescue Innovations. The GET is made up of six interlocking aluminum panels used to form a circle and isolate an entrapped person from the grain surrounding them. Included in the solution is the Grain Portr, a revolutionary tool used to quickly remove the grain inside the GET, thereby freeing the subject from the grain. Also included are probe poles that make a target ring surrounding the subject to accurately position the GET panels. www.pmirope.com. (800) 282-7673.


Kussmaul's AUTO CHARGE 7 LPC 445-4290-5

>> Kussmaul’s AUTO CHARGE 7 LPC 445-4290-5 is a seven-amp battery charger with a selector switch for two charging modes: float only or three-step charging. The charger is lightweight and has a low profile. The clean output poses no interference with radios and other mobile devices. The lead acid gel cell switch selects optimum charge/float voltages on battery type. This charger’s current limiting prevents damage from overload while the load activated cooling fan allows continuous operation at full-rated output. A heavy-duty stainless-steel case meets the rigors of emergency vehicle use. www.kussmaul.com. (800) 346-0857.


Red Lion Controls' SIXNET MOBILITYPRO 5000 INDUSTRIAL CELLULAR MODEM

>> Red Lion Controls’ SIXNET MOBILITYPRO 5000 INDUSTRIAL CELLULAR MODEM now has WiFi capabilities. With the addition of 802.11 b/g wireless local area network functionality, the MobilityPro 5000 enables wireless communication with WiFi equipped devices that include laptops, Smartphones, medical data transmitters, fingerprint readers, and more. The MobilityPro 5000 is ideally suited for in-vehicle public safety, first responder, and fleet automation scenarios where high-speed communication is vital. Providing embedded GPS, 3G cellular, and advanced event reporting functionality in a rugged package, the MobilityPro 5000 can be used by fleets that require “always on” connectivity. www.redlion.net/sixnet. (717) 767-6511.


American PERMALIGHT®'s PHOTOLUMINESCENT EXIT PATH MARKINGS

>> American PERMALIGHT®’s PHOTOLUMINESCENT EXIT PATH MARKINGS are nonelectrical, nonradioactive, code compliant, and UL 1994-listed. The comprehensive high-performance glow-in-the-dark PERMALIGHT® Staircase Marking system includes photoluminescent metal stair nosing, antislip floor products, perimeter wall tape and extrusions, handrail and obstacle markings, directional signs, floor identification signage, and exit door frame and hardware markings, allowing users to choose energy-efficient markings that perfectly suit their building and budget needs. These markings also help fire personnel orientate their way in an unfamiliar environment. www.americanpermalight.com. (888) 737-6254.

Dave McGlynn and Brian Zaitz

The Training Officer: The ISFSI and Brian Zaitz

Dave McGlynn talks with Brian Zaitz about the ISFSI and the training officer as a calling.
Conyers Georgia chemical plant fire

Federal Investigators Previously Raised Alarm About BioLab Chemicals

A fire at a BioLabs facility in Conyers, Georgia, has sent a toxic cloud over Rockdale County and disrupted large swaths of metro Atlanta.