Firefighter's Wedge and Deployment System

The FF Wedge provides firefighters a lightweight, strong and durable tool that can hold open a variety of door styles and sizes, i.e. residential/commercial/industrial, wood and metal doors with different hinge types. The interlocking notch design assists in keeping the FF WEDGE in place when positioned under a door, between the door and frame or in tandem.

These wedges can be easily deployed and placed while wearing gloves and may be stored in a turnout pocket, held in a helmet band or hung from a truck belt by the Wedge Deployment System. The attached lanyard allows for the hanging of wedges from doorknobs and levers, while the visibility enhancing 3M reflective decals assist firefighters in quickly locating wedges that have been placed as room search indicators. The decals are available in two colors, reflective black and yellow.

In the past wedges were usually placed under the door with limited results. The FF WEDGE with its interlocking notch design can be placed in a variety of positions giving firefighters more options. Before placing a wedge, we suggest you first evaluate conditions and placement options for optimal wedge effectiveness, i.e. door size, weight, material, close(more...)