PRESS RELEASES

Sourcewell awards contracts in ‘Firefighting Personal Protective Equipment’ and ‘Firefighting Equipment and Rescue Tools’ through solicitations #032620 and #040220. Sourcewell contracts are solicited across North America and competitively awarded on behalf of Sourcewell current and potential government and education participating agencies.

The Firehouse Expo event team recently announced the addition of Sandy Norris, the new Director of Sales.

FireRescue GPO, Sourcewell connect the dots for cooperative procurement needs

Sourcewell awards contracts in the ‘Wireless Voice and Data Services’ category through solicitation #080119.Sourcewell contracts are solicited across North America and competitively awarded on behalf of Sourcewell current and potential government and education participating agencies.

The NVFC has expanded the Volunteer Firefighter Support Fund to include eligible volunteer firefighters and EMS providers who have been financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The fund relies entirely on donations to be able to provide this much-needed support.

13 departments will each receive four sets of state-of-the-art turnouts and four helmets through the MSA’s 2020 Globe Gear Giveaway, in partnership with the DuPont and the NVFC.

First Alert donates 1,000 fire extinguishers to NVFC’s Fire Corps program to support volunteer fire departments on the frontlines.

Water donated by Anheuser-Busch in coordination with the NVFC will support volunteer departments responding to wildfires.

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Fire-Dex announced today that they are starting production of AAMI Level 3-compliant reusable isolation gowns and coveralls.

Sourcewell is joining forces with two national experts in public safety, procurement, and purchasing to reinforce their commitment to members in the public safety industry.

Euramco Group has partnered with private equity asset manager, bloom.CAPITAL, to launch XFDirect—an independent network of firefighting vehicle and equipment service shops throughout mainland China.

Richmond, Va. — First Arriving today announces the acquisition of the Public Safety Information Network (PSIN) platform from leading digital signage company, Wondersign. PSIN is a digital dashboard technology that drives internal communication, situational awareness and real-time dispatch information on displays in fire, EMS and law enforcement facilities nationwide.

First Arriving CEO Dave Iannone said since offering PSIN’s technology to customers beginning early this year as a distributor for the brand, the feedback and excitement from departments has been overwhelming. He said it made the decision to acquire PSIN easy, because he knows First Arriving will be able to use its savvy to develop even more applications for the technology.

Euramco Group has hired Joel Rayden as Director of Marketing. Euramco continues to attract proven leaders with unmatched experience in its industries, positioning the company for continued market leadership for the next phase of growth.

Fire-Dex is inviting the community to celebrate its expansion with a ceremonial ribbon cutting at its headquarters in Medina, Ohio.

Only one year after revolutionizing the firefighter safety market with the introduction of the industry’s first – and still only – Thermal Imaging Camera integrated into firefighters’ breathing apparatus, MSA Safety Incorporated (NYSE: MSA) plans to turn heads once again – this time with helmets.  Today, the company announced it will debut a new jet-style fire helmet – called the Cairns XF1 – at the annual Fire Department Instructor’s Conference (FDIC) in Indianapolis, Ind., scheduled for later this month.

Newly Created Role of VP, Strategic Services Enhances Company’s Depth in Helping Departments & Organizations Grow Their Ranks

The new website focused on the RAMFAN product line, has been designed to provide a better, user-friendly experience with improved navigation and functionality throughout, allowing visitors to access detailed product information and an option to shop for spare parts and accessories for new or currently owned products.

Fire-Dex announced today Steve Allison has been named President. As President, Allison will have responsibility for all of the Company’s operating units worldwide. He will report directly to company owner and Chief Executive Officer, Bill Burke.

Euramco Group has hired former Tempest Technology Director of Sales to lead the sales of RAMFAN fire and industrial products in the North American region.

High intensity LED beacons turn on automatically to show ladder location in dark or smoky conditions. Ladder Light, a company committed to improving safety for firefighters and victims, today announced LadderLight, the industry’s first lighted end-caps for ground ladders. LadderLight installs easily on industry standard ladders, replacing the existing ladder end caps. When the ladder is placed, LadderLight automatically activates to illuminate the departure zone and acts as a beacon for firefighters – eliminating the need for additional steps to light the exit path.

STRUCTURAL AND PROXIMITY FIRE PPE TO BE PROVIDED BY RICOCHET FOR AIR FORCE FIRE FIGHTERS WORLDWIDE

Cosmas USA has announced that Jean Drolet will be joining the company as the new VP sales & marketing, starting immediately. Jean Drolet brings with him more than 15 years of senior management level experience with major firefighting PPE manufacturers.

RAMFAN, the world leading brand in portable ventilation systems for dangerous environments, unveiled the new EX50Li, the most advanced fan ever made for Fire/Rescue applications–making cordless autonomy available to first responders for the first time ever.

Globe Manufacturing Company announced that it was awarded the 2016 International Achievement Awards (IAA) Award of Excellence and Best in Category for Advanced Textiles. The award was presented by Industrial Fabrics Association International (IFAI) at their IFAI Expo, the largest specialty fabrics trade show in the Americas, held in Charlotte, North Carolina, on October 20.

Rick Fix, Divisional Vice President of National Sales, retired April 15, 2016.

Jo Anne Hill, CMP, has been appointed to serve as the Executive Director for FireShowsWest. Jo Anne will help meet the growing needs of the conference and expo as it expands its educational footprint in the 10 western states.

New Nightstick NSP-4616B boasts spot mode, flood mode, good brightness, great runtime, low price

Additional standard features include low battery indicator, multiple power options, and 3.5 day Survival mode increase safety at affordable prices

Industry first 45 degree angled floodlight adds safety to convenience at first responder sensitive price