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Tue, Nov 22nd, 2011, 19:47 pm
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Occasionally, the time tested bumper sticker, " SH_ _ HAPPENS" can be applied to Emergency Response Vehicles. Occasionally contact occurs between Emergency Response Vehicles responding to calls and automobiles. So when Rescue 40, had that untimely incident occur, fortunately, no one was injured, but the HME, was left with a "FAT LIP". Rescue 40 made the trip to SFES to determine if a new front bumper could be fabricated to match the New Engine 40. After a quick call, the "Appleton" Bumper specs were obtained and the process to gather the materials necessary, was underway. The New, 1/4" Steel Front bumper is backed up by a 9" section of channel iron. The bumper was drilled for air horns, siren, and winch as necessary, and then painted to match the cab. The Firefighters at "40" were going to apply reflective striping to complete the job!
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Mon, Jul 18th, 2011, 16:13 pm
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"ORGANIZED" was the resounding theme that was heard, as the Hershey Fire Department Apparatus Committee circled the new Engine 48. Committee Members explained their vision for what each compartment should include. The "equipment mounting" picture started to come into focus at the Pierce Manufacturing Facility, in Appleton WI, as Rich from SFES, was along to assist the Fire Department with the Final Inspection Process. The New Arrow XT arrived at SFES, and work commenced, installing adjustable shelves, slide out equipment trays and mounting Firefighting Equipment as necessary. All equipment mounted in the jumpseat area, had QWIKLINER Truck Bed Material applied at SFES, to match the interior , and to produce a durable finish. The initial equipment mounting has been completed, and the "ORGANIZATION" that the committee desired has been achieved, leaving ample compartment space available for equipment to be added in the future. Thanks to the Officers and Members of the Hershey Fire Department for allowing Specialized Fire Equip. to be a part of your apparatus purchasing process, and keep an eye out for the New Rescue 48 coming to town soon
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Mon, May 23rd, 2011, 15:53 pm
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As Rich Seachrist, from Speciaized Fire, rode up Route 81 with, Chief John Reed, and the Apparatus Committee from the Union Deposit Fire Co. to visit KME, to see the new "Engine 47" being built, he listened to the needs and desires of the firefighters on their "vision" of how the new Engine should be. The discussion led to a plan, which allowed the crew at SFES to fabricate and intall the customer's "vision" into place on the new rig. In the effort of remaining cost effective, Specialized removed any existing equipment from the Engine/Rescue that was being replaced, and installed it, after refurbishment into the new Engine/Rescue. SFES also supplied new firefighting equipment at reasonable prices to outfit the new E/R. In the end, I can say that we really, "stuffed 10 pounds of equipment, in a 5 pound bag, with organization!" At Specialized Fire, that's what we do! Thank You! Company 47, for allowing us to put our "Pride" in your Ride!
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Fri, Mar 11th, 2011, 15:22 pm
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It had been 30 years since the firefighters at Station 40 had outfitted a new Engine. So when the time came to transfer the equipment from the Loyal Mack CF, to the New Pierce Arrow, the crew at SPECFIRE was summoned to assist. From assisting the Engine Committee, with Final Inspection, at Pierce in Appleton, WI, to the last microphone mount, the officers, firefighters, and the SFES crew, worked on organizing every compartment to maximize space, without sacrificing function. Thanks to Paxtang Fire for choosing, Specialized Fire Equipment Services Inc. to help transform Engine 40 into one helluva functional rig!
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Fri, Dec 17th, 2010, 9:20 am
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Fri, Dec 3rd, 2010, 9:08 am
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When you need a Hydraulic Rescue System, Who you gonna call? My recommendation would be AMKUS! So when Amkus National Sales Manager, Chuck Sheaffer needed some Custom Fabrication Work done in the AMKUS DEMO TRAILER, who do you think he called? Specialized FIRE!!!! Amkus was assembling a new trailer to showcase their new 240SS HRT Power Unit. SFES fabricated mounting brackets and installed two electric rewind hose reels, and then fabricated a wall, to mount the control components for the 240SS. The interior of the trailer was then lined with aluminum treadplate to provide a aesthetic, and durable surface in the work area, and the 240SS was assembled and tested. Thanks to Judy Weigand, and Chuck Sheaffer at Amkus Inc. for allowing SFES to add the DEMO Trailer to our "Jobs Completed" Portfolio! Contact your Local Amkus Dealer, to see the new 240SS in action!
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Sun, Nov 14th, 2010, 9:04 am
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Sat, Oct 23rd, 2010, 9:01 am
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Engine 5's original hose bed cover had seen better days! So when Chief Paul Longenecker called and asked if SFES could do "one of those hosebed covers that slide?" like he had seen on a new Seagrave Engine, the SFES team researched, and obtained the hardware needed, and scheduled the job. Linear Slides, were assembled and installed. SFES then fabricated stainless steel tube hose cover bows, which attached to the Linear Slides. A new custom tarp was then assembled at a local tarp supplier, and installed on the Linear Slides. The end product, is very "firefighter friendly", as no snaps on elastic cords have to be undone to remove the hosebed cover! Loosen the Linear Slide handles, at either end of the cover and slide! It's that easy! Need one of these "Sliding Hose Bed Covers" on your rig? Give us a call! Thanks to the guys at Union/Annville! Cool Blue Cover!
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Wed, Oct 20th, 2010, 8:55 am
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When Chief Mike Fife said, "I'm not sure we can get it all in one compartment?" Old Man Rich replied, scratching his head, peering out over his bifocals, "I think it'll all fit in there? But we're gonna have to get creative!" After turning and twisting the Complete Compliment of "Junkyard Dog" Vehicle Stabilization Equipment, Reciprocating Saws, a Chain Saw, and assorted Hand Tools, the SFES crew managed to utilize every cubic inch of compartment space available! Fabrication and installation of two vertical tool boards, and some adjustable shelving in compartment R1, provided enough storage space for all the equipment on the list, and more! By using all the space efficiently, more equipment was able to be located in compartment R1, thus opening up space in other compartments for more equipment! Compact Storage for a Set of Paratech Lifting Bags/Controls, and an Air Chisel, was fabricated and installed in the tailboard compartment. Thanks to Chief Fife, and Paxtonia Fire for the oppurtunity to help in making E 34-1 just a bit more functional! Why not let SPECIALIZED FIRE check out your rig to see if we might gain some compartment space on your Apparatus? At SFES, we aren't just defining the ART of Fire Equipment Mounting, WE ARE CREATING IT!
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Thu, Sep 9th, 2010, 8:49 am
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The firefighters at Company 34 desired to have an Electric Cord Reel installed on their engine. The problem was where to put it? After some research, a reel that met the dimensions of the compartment space available was obtained by the Fire Department, and the Engine was delivered to SFES for installation. A custom bracket was fabricated to mount the reel in the tailboard compartment, behind the roll up door. The cord roller that was originally was attached to the reel, was then removed, and brackets were fabricated to mount the roller, to the adjustable tracks located in the compartment. The cord roller needed to be located so it could protect the roll up door exterior from being damaged as the cord was deployed. Cool Stuff! Don't you think! A bracket was fabricated and installed to retain the junction box attached to cord reel. A FUBAR tool was installed on the OIC Compartment Door Interior, and Overhaul Hooks were installed on the rear surface of the cab, to keep the tools close and ready for the firefighters as they exit the jumpseats. Thanks to Paxtonia Fire for trusting SFES to perform this work on Engine 34. We always strive to complete the work, equal to, or exceeding that, of the Original Equipment Manufacturer!
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