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Apparatus Sales (Pre-Owned) Apparatus Manufacturing Apparatus Service
Appliances - Nozzles - Couplings Batteries Calendars
Cleaning & Janitorial Collectibles Corrosion Protection
Decals EMS Equipment Emergency Escape
Emergency Planning Employment / Test Preparation Engine Exhaust Removal
Eyewear Safety Protection Financing Fire Equipment
Gas Dectectors Gear Bags Gear Storage
Generators Haz Mat and related products Health & Fitness
Highway Safety and Traffic Control Hose Hose and Ladder Testing
Hydrant Valves Inspection Reports Insurance
Kids Items Ladders Lockers
Memorial & Sculpture Motorcycles (Fire-Rescue) Portable Water Tanks and related products
Pumps and Compressed Air Foam Systems Radios & Communication Equipment Rescue & Extrication
Rope Rescue Salvage Saws
Scene Lighting Self Contained Breathing Apparatus Software
Thermal Imaging - Monitors - Detectors Tools Training
Turnout Gear - Protective Clothing Uniforms - Station Wear & Accessories Ventilation
Warning Lights & Sirens Water & Foam Tanks Wildland Firefighting
Accountability and Safety Devices
 On Scene Tags - PO Box 184, Honeoye, NY 14471 - 585-301-5775
     Company owned and operated by firefighters. We offer custom engraved accountability tags, accountability boards, truck rings, duty
     name tags and other related equipment. Quick turn around time and reasonable prices.
Air Lifting Bags
This company is a full site sponsor Matjack - 1441 Sadlier Circle West Drive, Indianapolis, IN 46239 - 800-827-3755
     manufacturer of the World's Finest Air Lifting Bags & Cushions. One of the most versatile tools available today for lifting and moving
     heavy objects.
Apparatus Sales (New)
 
Apparatus Sales (Pre-Owned)
This company is a full site sponsor Command Fire Apparatus - 77 Cooper Avenue, Landisville, PA 17538 - 866-238-6688
     specializes in the sale of quality used fire trucks and engines. With over 20 years of experience in the used fire apparatus business,
     Command Fire is dedicated to offering the best used fire trucks for sale at fair prices.
This company is a full site sponsor Company Two Fire Apparatus - 283 Foster Street, Varnville, SC 29944 - 866-289-6188
     used fire trucks for sale at Company Two Fire are some of the nations finest quality used fire apparatus you will find. We offer an
     inventory of pumper trucks, tanker trucks, rescue trucks, aerial trucks, ARFF trucks, miscellaneous apparatus, fire equipment and fire
     truck body's for sale.
This company is a full site sponsor Fenton Fire Equipment - 530 Main Road, Hudson, Quebec, Canada, j0p 1h0 - 866-310-2077
     global suppliers of quality pre-owned custom fire apparatus and equipment. Fire departments are welcome to list their used fire trucks
     for free on our site.
This company is a full site sponsor Fire Line Equipment - 4652 Division Highway, East Earl, PA 17519 - 717-354-8106
     Fire Truck & Equipment Broker! Over 500,000 used fire truck buyers visiting since 2005
Apparatus Manufacturing
 Alum-Line - Highway 9 West, Cresco, IA 52136 - 800-446-1407
     Custom built to last a lifetime and made to endure off-road use describe Rescue Body Aluminum Truck Bodies. Diamond plate
     aluminum, smooth, or painted aluminum finish are just some of the options available that allows you to have a Rescue Body
     Aluminum Truck Bodies with the professional look needed at an affordable price.
This company is a full site sponsor Southern Fire Service & Sales, Inc - 229 Confederate Ave, Jasper, GA 30143 - 800-293-1972
     we custom manufacture Class-A Pumpers, Fire Tankers / Tenders, Rescue Vehicles, Wildland Fire Apparatus, Haz-Mat Vehicles and
     “In-Plant” Apparatus.
Apparatus Service
This company is a full site sponsor Fire Line Equipment Service - 4652 Division Highway, East Earl, PA 17519 - 717-354-8103
     a wide range of chassis, fire pump and aerial ladder maintenance, repair and installation services at our 5000 sq/ft service and repair
     facility located at 4652 Division Highway in East Earl Pennsylvania.
Appliances - Nozzles - Couplings
This company is a full site sponsor Kochek Co, Inc - 75 Highland Drive, Putnam, CT 06260 - 800-420-4673
     product innovation and diversity to threaded adapters, suction hoses, storz connections, water strainers, LDH appliances and other
     supply and pressure products.
This company is a full site sponsor POK - 500 Henry Street, Cambridge, MD 21613 - 410-901-9900
     Manufacturer of Fire Fighting equipment, nozzles, monitors, valves, wildland, foam, adapters, dry-hydrant etc...
This company is a full site sponsor US Coupling & Accessories - 2926 Columbia Hwy, Dothan, AL 36303 - 888-447-6441
     Engineering based solutions for water handling and firefighting needs. We manufacture fire hose threaded adapters, caps & plugs,
     storz products, elbows, valves, strainers, gauges, couplings, wrenches, brackets, & more!
     Made in the USA.
Batteries
This company is a full site sponsor AGT Battery Supply - 7D Great Meadow Lane, East Hanover, NJ 07936 - 800-340-3900
     is an Authorized Motorola Master Direct Distributor having all original batteries and accessories available for easy ordering and fast
     delivery. Thermal imaging camera batteries are also available, and they carry a full line of Streamlight Lights, batteries and
     replacement parts.
Calendars
This company is a full site sponsor America's Female Firefighters Calendar - 15757 Pines Blvd. #401, Pembroke Pines, FL 33027-1220
     we don't just sell calendars. We work with the public to educate and inform about burn victims. AFF's mission is to Raise and Expend
     funds for the benefit of burn survivors across the United States.
Cleaning & Janitorial
 
Collectibles
 
Corrosion Protection
This company is a full site sponsor Eck Corrosion Prevention Coating - 888 North LaFox Street, South Elgin, IL 60177 - 847-931-7899
     Eck® prevents the natural corrosive energy caused by dissimilar metals (aluminum & stainless steel) being fastened together. A can
     of Eck® should be in every fire station for use when drilling holes and attaching any item on your truck. Call for free sample.
Decals
This company is a full site sponsor 3Decals - PO Box 223, Foster, RI 02825 - 401-397-5705
     since 1990, 3Decals have helped keep emergency personnel seen with high quality, durable reflective helmet and equipment decals.
EMS Equipment
 
Emergency Escape
 
Emergency Planning
 InCaseOfEmergency.US - San Diego, CA - 858-756-6103
     A Simple Solution to Organize your Important Personal Medical, Home, Auto, Pet & Family Emergency Plan Information and
     Contacts…. in order for you and your family to be prepared for emergencies and disasters. Sold with our without a grab & go
     travel bag – utilized by government agencies - Great as a gift or fundraising tool. Discount for Fire Fighters if this site mentioned.
Employment / Test Preparation
This company is a full site sponsor Firefighters Exam - 3189 S. 147 Street, New Berlin, WI 53151
     If you want a career as a Firefighter we can help. We'll show you how to get the high tests scores you need on the Firefighters Exam
     to get Hired. We offer firefighter exam strategies & practice tests with over 400 firefighter exam questions.
Engine Exhaust Removal
This company is a full site sponsor Air Vacuum Corporation - Crosby Road Industrial Park, Dover, NH 03820 - 800-540-7264
     the AIRVAC 911® Engine Exhaust Removal System is the most effective and efficient system on the market today. Fully automated
     and completely hands-free, this revolutionary design requires no hoses or vehicle hookups. Suspended from the ceiling, it requires no
     manual operation, and automatically activates and shuts down throughout the day.
This company is a full site sponsor MagneGrip - 11449 Deerfield Road, Cincinnati, OH 45242 - 800-875-5440
     manufactures, installs and services the world’s most advanced exhaust removal/air purification systems. No other company can offer
     the same TOTAL SOLUTION with three state-of-the-art product lines.
Eyewear Safety Protection
This company is a full site sponsor Eye Safety Systems, Inc - PO Box 1017, Sun Valley, ID 83353 - 877-726-4072
     line of firefighting and rescue eyewear combines sports technologies with high performance materials and patented components to
     deliver a superior combination of protective features: Comfort, Optical Clarity, and Resistance to Impacts, Lens Fogging and Heat.
Financing
 
Fire Equipment
This company is a full site sponsor Illinois Fire and Police Equipment - 134 Mooney Drive, Bourbonnais, IL 60914 - 877-939-7711
     as a leading distributor for some of the top manufacturers in the industry, we are ready to fulfill your emergency vehicle equipment
     needs. Proudly serving the fire, police, security & EMS community since 1980.
This company is a full site sponsor FDFriendly.com - 1415 Credley Lane, Collegeville, PA 19426 - 610-584-4996
     is a distributor of products used by Fire/Police/EMS Departments and their personnel. Water supply, apparel, emergency lights,
     firefighter awards, traffic control, fireground tools, helmet stickers and flags / mourning buntings are just part of the offering.
Gas Detectors
 Airspace Monitoring Systems - W143 N9354 Henry Stark Road, Menomonee Falls, WI 53051 - 888-654-5126
     Finally, dangerous gas detectors you can afford to own. No Calibration, five year sensor life, we warrant the entire device for five
     years. CO and Flammable gases can be detected with the same monitor.
Gear Bags
This company is a full site sponsor LA Rescue - 16654 Soledad Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, CA 91387 - 800-558-6270
     hard-core and super strong equipment and gear bags. Our products have proven to be the finest, most durable manufactured
     equipment, medical, and personal gear bags available in the world. All of our products are proudly made in the United States
     of America.
Gear Storage
This company is a full site sponsor Groves Incorporated - 818 Trakk Lane, Woodstock, IL 60098 - 800-991-2120
     Ready Rack chrome & red gear storage racks. Ready Rack provides free air circulation and helps dry PPE much faster, than other
     methods of turnout gear storage. The Sling-Link MAST (Multiple Application Service Tool) is a tool that could be carried in a bunker
     pant pocket to be available for multiple functions; including rigging equipment, rescue, a way out, and also for use as an OSHA
     approved lifting sling.
Generators
 
Haz Mat and related products
 
Health & Fitness
 
Highway Safety and Traffic Control
This company is a full site sponsor Roadway Safety Store - 19745 Colima Road #1-555, Rowland Heights, CA, 91748-3219 - 909-468-1393
     We have been able to source product that meets the ANSI, DOT , FHWY, ASTM and other standards for a price that is much lower
     then you would expect to see on most website and much less then you would see in speciality stores. We want to make these
     available so everyone can afford to be safe.
Hose
 
Hose and Ladder Testing
 
Hydrant Valves
This company is a full site sponsor Humat Inc. - 201 East Jarrettsville Road, Forest Hill, MD 21050 - 800-638-2079
     is the creator and manufacturer of the Humat 4-way Hydrant Valve, used by innovative fire departments and fire training schools
     across the USA and around the world as the most efficient method to get the most water on the fire ground in the least amount of
     time.
Inspection Reports
This company is a full site sponsor Inspection Reports Online - 1080 Corporate Blvd, Suite 200, Aurora, IL 60502 - 877-514-4765
     (IROL) is a web based system that allows AHJs and Property Owners to receive, consolidate and mange required inspection reports
     from any Service Provider. We connect each entity allowing for the creating, submitting, storing and sharing of inspection reports all
     through one central web location. There is No Cost to use IROL as an AHJ or Property Onwer.
Insurance
 
Kids Items
This company is a full site sponsor Uniform Duds for Kids - PO Box 1158, Gig Harbor, WA 98335 - 253-225-6230
     where fire fighter kids come for gear. Lots of embroidery! On kids gear, t-shits, caps and special orders.
Ladders
 
Lockers
This company is a full site sponsor Salsbury Industries - 1010 East 62nd Street, Los Angeles, CA 90001-1598 - 800-562-5377
     Lockers.com is the industry leader in manufacturing and distributing quality lockers and storage solutions. Products include standard
     lockers, vented lockers, designer lockers, extra wide lockers, open access lockers, gear lockers, plastic lockers, solid oak lockers, cell
     phone lockers, see-through lockers, storage lockers, cage lockers, storage cabinets, wire shelving, solid shelving and storage
     solutions.
Memorial & Sculpture
This company is a full site sponsor 911 Sculpture - 10637 East Camino Quince, Tucson, AZ 85748 - 520-298-4961
     Art, Firefighter Statues, Firefighter Memorials and Gifts for Firemen and Women. We specialize in bronze firefighter statues from 6
     inches small to 20 feet tall. Custom Firefighter Memorials and Plaques Available.
Motorcycles (Fire-Rescue)
 Harley-Davidson Police & Fleet Sales - 3700 West Juneau Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53208 - 414-343-8603
     offers the Firefighter Special Edition motorcycles in the FLHTCU Ultra Classic Electra Glide, the FLHR Road King, and the FLSTC
     Heritage Softail Classic in Fire Engine Red paint with double gold pinstripes or Vivid Black paint with red & gold pinstripes. The
     Fire/Rescue motorcycles utilized by Fire Departments are the FLHTP Electra Glide and the FLHP Road King.
Portable Water Tanks and related products
This company is a full site sponsor Husky Portable Containment - 397202 W. 1400 Road, Dewey, OK 74029 - 800-260-9950
     a leading manufacturer of Folding Frame Tanks, Self Supporting Tanks and related products. We attribute our success to our
     experienced design team’s innovative features, new products and our excellent customer service. Husky's patent pending “Easy Lift
     Handles” that are welded to the floor of our liners have been a huge advantage for the firefighters out in the field.
Pumps and Compressed Air Foam Systems
 CET Fire Pumps MFG - 75 Hector Street, Pierreville, (Quebec) Canada J0G 1J0 - 800-567-2719
     designs, engineers, manufactures and delivers portable fire pumps, compressed air foam systems (CAFS), skid units and foam
     trailers. Accept only the best. A century of engineering for the bravest!
This company is a full site sponsor Hale Products - 700 Spring Mill Ave, Conshohocken, PA 19428 - 610-825-6300
     proud to offer a wide variety of firefighting pumps and foam systems. Since 1914, Hale has been innovating, manufacturing better fire
     pumps and easier to use foam and CAF systems to respond to the needs of our customers.
Radios & Communication Equipment
 
Rescue & Extrication
 
Rope Rescue
This company is a full site sponsor BMO Rescue - 209 Lovvorn Road, Carrollton, GA 30117 - 770-842-9292
     We have the BEST price AND deepest inventory of BlueWater ropes of anyone in the Country! We also feature gear from Omega
     Pacific, Petzl, Rock Exotica and Yates Gear. We're here to earn your business by going the extra mile..
Salvage
 
Saws
This company is a full site sponsor Cutters Edge - 3855 23rd Street, Baker City, OR 97814 - 800-433-3716
     At Cutters Edge, we're proud to make chain and rotary saws that are specifically designed for the demands of the fire service. Since
     1984, we've been committed to producing the best saws, chains and blades on the market.
Scene Lighting
 
Self Contained Breathing Apparatus
This company is a full site sponsor Dalmatian Fire Equipment - 75 Oak Ave, Eaton, CO 80615 - 800-436-6450
     the largest supplier of refurbished self contained breathing apparatus in North America. Dalmatian provides high-quality products and
     unbeatable prices for volunteer fire fighting, oil field safety, marine, hazmat applications, mining and many other industrial uses.
Software
 ESIS Systems - 1140 Galaxy Way, Suite 180, Concord, CA 94520 - 925-825-5979
     The Coordinated NIMS Incident Planner is very easy to use IAP/ICS software that is NIMS compliant. CNIP was created by a fire chief
     and a police sergeant and is being used by first responders as well as inexperienced and seasoned emergency managers. We are
     proud to be working with many fire departments, police departments, hospitals, universities, and LEPC(s) and OEM (s) across the
     country. CNIP fills out your ICS forms for you and allows you to save and store your IAP to be used again saving you valuable time.
Thermal Imaging - Monitors - Detectors
 
Tools
 Channellock - 1306 South Main Street, Meadville, PA 16335 - 866-440-6062
     Order your Custom Channellock Rescue Tool Today! Do away with multiple tools in your pocket and replace with 1 tool that only
     weight around 1lb. Cable Cutter, Spanner Wrench, Pry Bar, Gas Shut Off, and Window Punch. Add Your custom logo and
     personalization all for only $45
Training
 
Turnout Gear - Protective Clothing
This company is a full site sponsor Fyrepel - 2401 Southwest Pkwy, St. Joseph, MO 64503 - 800-933-0115
     a division of Lakeland, offers a full line of Fire Protective Clothing. From the OSX series offering off-the-shelf bunker gear for
     immediate delivery, to custom Bunker Gear based on your needs, Fyrepel has it all. Fyrepel has over 100 years of service to the
     Fire Industry and is used worldwide by firefighters in multiple industries.
 Phenix Technology - 12391 Sampson Street, Suite H, Riverside, CA 92503 - 888-347-7838
     an industry recognized manufacturer of high quality professional fire helmets built to industry standards. Phenix fire helmets are
     used by thousands of firefighters in the United States and worldwide.
Uniforms - Station Wear & Accessories
 
Ventilation
This company is a full site sponsor Warthog Products LTD - 228 West Morris, Lombard, IL 60148 - 888-223-5566
     Increase the safety and efficiency of your roof crews with The Warthog Ventilation Blade. The only fire department saw blade with a
     limited lifetime warranty. We also carry a full line of fire equipment.
Warning Lights & Sirens
 
Water & Foam Tanks
This company is a full site sponsor United Plastic Fabricating - 165 Flagship Drive, North Andover, MA 01845 - 800-638-8265
     fire products include: the #1 tank in the Fire Service Industry, the Poly-Tank® water/foam tank; the PolySide® wetside tank; the
     Ellipse™ elliptical tank; the Defender™ skid unit series; the Protector™ foam trailers; and a variety of poly accessories and
     components for apparatus.
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