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Once upon a time, the 1 ¾-inch fire hose was THE technological advancement for fire hose used as a fire suppression handline. The 1 ¾-inch fire hose provided firefighters with the capability to delive … read more

For many fire departments, response to structure fires represents an exceedingly small percentage of their emergency responses. Those same fire departments are responding to greater numbers of call fo … read more

The leather fire helmet is one of the most iconic symbols in the fire service. With its foundation starting in the early 1800s from New York City, leather fire helmets have been an appreciated staple, … read more

Since its founding in 1852, Blackinton, the V. H. Blackinton & Co., Inc., has been a privately held and family-owned company that’s well-respected by public safety agencies for its innovative design a … read more

ICYMI, the lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery is revolutionizing how the necessary tools and equipment that are critical to firefighters getting the job done are powered. Manufacturers of rescue tools, blow … read more