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ARTICLES3 Electric Vehicles and First Responders

PRODUCTS & SPECIALS

10-11 EMC Fire Product Line Card

6 The Benefits of Simo Pumps

EMC received Crimson’s highest award for the most Aerials sold in 2010. EMC received the “Top Gun” award during the 2011 Crimson National Sales Conference held March 14th & 15th in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

EMC received Spartan’s “Sales Leadership” award during the Spartan 2011 National Sales Conference held February 22nd & 23rd in Las Vegas, Nevada.

EMC received an appreciation award in March from the Illinois Fire Service Institute for supplying Genesis rescue equipment for their extrication program.

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By: Kevin Sears Regional Sales Manager Genesis Rescue Systems

This past summer at Fire Rescue International, Genesis Rescue Systems had a unique opportunity to partici-pate in a First Responder Training Program sponsored by General Motors. The introduction of the 2011 Chevy Volt was coupled with a progressive training program that is being offered to all rescuers by GM, covering the proper handling of emergencies involving the new electric vehicle.

The Chevy Volt operates on a high voltage, 16 Kilowatt Lithium Ion battery. The plug-in electric battery is sever-al hundred pounds and runs the length of the tradition-al engine tunnel in between passengers on the interior. The vehicle is designed to run 25-50 miles on electric alone. There is a 9.3 gallon fuel tank that runs a 1.4L En-gine Generator, should the battery be depleted during travel. This combustion engine is not used to drive the vehicle, but acts as a range extender. It generates elec-tricity to support the electric motors which propel the car. The car can run an additional 310 miles when the Engine Generator is supporting the electrical system.

With First Responder safety in mind, GM has done a fantastic job incorporating aids to help rescuers dur-ing emergencies involving the vehicle. Under the hood, there is a label with a fire helmet icon, which gives loca-tions of High Voltage lines, 12V lines and cut points in or-der to disable the electrical system and airbags. All High Voltage lines follow the industry standard fluorescent orange color. All electrical “cut zones” can be accessed without requiring hand tools. In the rear trunk area of the Volt, an access panel contains a wiring component

that too has a fire helmet and wire cutter icon. This is where first responders need to cut to disable the 12v and High Voltage system prior to beginning extrication.

The real threat to rescuers with the Chevy Volt is not the electrical system, but the High Strength Steel (HSS) used in 70% of the vehicles construction. Advanced or exotic steels such as Boron and Marten-site are being widely used in the construction of nearly all modern automobiles. Extrication tools, even those purchased as recently 5 years ago have no chance of cutting and conquering these UHSLA steels. Genesis Rescue Systems worked with members of the Chicago Fire Department Squad 5 during the extrication dem-onstration on the Volt at Fire Rescue International. Us-ing the Genesis C-236 cutter, the Firefighters were able to cut the strongest points of the vehicle, including the “B” post, with no slowing of the tool- in a single pass of the blades. Ron Moore of Firehouse Magazine reiter-ated that the advanced steels found in the Volt are the toughest on the streets. Evaluating your current rescue tools and considering immediate upgrades or replace-ments are the only solution to overcoming exotic steel. It is not a matter of “if” you will run into incidents involv-ing this automobile construction practice, but “when.”

To see a video of the Genesis Rescue Systems Chevy Volt demonstration or more information on the safety features of the Volt, visit our website at

www.GenesisRescue.com or

Electric Vehicles and First Responders: A High “Volt”age Threat...

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As I travel the upper Midwest I am often asked, “What

does our Department need for a main power unit to

operate our hydraulic tools...a Triplex pump or a Trimo

pump?” The answer is “neither”...when I explain why,

a Simo pump makes the most sense - it is easy to

understand. If I were to ask, “How often does your

department have the need to operate 3 tools at any

given time?” The answer we get is “Seldom.” So, with

that in mind, why would you want to divert 33% of your

power units flow to a third tool that is rarely used. In

this case, you now have the primary tools (the spreader

and cutter) working on 33% of the pumps capability.

A traditional Simo power unit is diverting 50% of the

pumps flow to two rescue tools - usually the spreader

and cutter. With a Genesis Brand Simo pump, you have an

additional feature called overdrive. This feature

allows you to divert 50% of the pumps flow to each tool,

as mentioned above, or 100% of the flow to one tool

if desired. Pump flow plays a very important role when

cutting HSS (High-Strength Steel) and when powering

the bigger cutters. It is critical to apply maximum

pressure quickly to the HSS in order to successfully cut

this material. With the inception of the One Step Coupler

(OSC) Triplex or Trimo pumps are becoming less desirable.

OSC couplers allow the tools to be “hot swappable” and

in seconds rescuers can disconnect a spreader and

reconnect a ram right at the work site. With Triplex and

The Benefits Of Simo PumpsBy: Brent Soland

Regional Sales Manager (upper Midwest)

Elysian, MN FD with their new genesis rescue tools

Trimo power units, many are set up with three hose reels

adding additional expense, adding additional weight,

and taking up valuable compartment space…not to

mention the reduced performance. OSC couplers have

added many benefits and are forcing end users to

re-evaluate the equipment they purchase.

•Free pickup and delivery on 5 sets to be cleaned or repaired within a 60 mile radius•24 to 48 hour turnaround on basic repairs

Cleaning Services

•Routine•Heavily Soiled•Bio Hazardous•Re-application of Water Repellent Properties on Gear

Inspection Services

•Advanced 14-step process performed on every garment after cleaning

Repair and Alteration Services

•Patching and repairs of rips, tears, and burn holes•Replacement of reflective trim•Replacement or repair of hardware•Replacement of velcro•Repairs to thermal liner•Replacement or additional name patches•Replacement of waterwells wristlets•Addition of custom made pockets and accessories•Custom alterations to coat and pant

All repairs are in accordance with NFPA 1851, 2008 Edition.

Special Services

Department Care & Maintenance Program:

•We will create a specialized care and maintenance program for your department to comply with NFPA 1851, 2008 Edition, and meet your individual requirements

Database Tracking & Reporting System:

•Your department will get a detailed worksheet of performed services and suggested services to increase firefighter safety

EMC Gear Repair

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EMC Fire is happy to announce the expansion of our sales department. In January 2011 we hired Mike Hornbostel as our VP of Sales and Marketing. Mike comes to us with over 12 years of experience in the

industry as a Regional Sales Manager for Braun Industries and Federal Signal. Mike will be working closely with our growing sales team as well as with

our major suppliers.

The expanding sales team starts with Norm Johnson. Norm has been with EMC Fire for almost 2 years and is handling Crimson fire truck sales in the Northwest suburbs of Chicago. Norm has spent a career in the

fire service and is retired from Glen View, Illinois.

Fred Lesch joined EMC Fire in April 2011 and is covering all of our product lines in Kankakee,

Livingston, Iroquois, Champaign, Ford and McLean county Illinois. Fred is currently working on Western

Springs FD with over 20 years experience.

Steve Carlock came on board with Fred and is covering the counties of DeKalb, Lee, Ogle,

Winnebago, Stephenson, Jo Daviess, Carroll and Whiteside Illinois. Steve lives in Lee County and served with the City of Lee’s department for 20 years. Steve

will be distributing all of EMC Fire’s product lines.

EMC Expands Sales Team: Recent DeliveriesRecent Deliveries

Chicago Fire DepartmentCrimson Engine 65

Tucson PowerCrimson Engine

Chicago Fire DepartmentCrimson Aerials

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Product SpecialsProduct Specials

$50.75

Alkaline Model: P/N 90541 (yellow), 90540 (orange)

View these products, along with many others at:

www.emcfire.com

$71.50

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EMC offers all brands of reconditioned rescue tools. If your department is looking to add extrication capability to a second truck or station, reconditioned rescue tool packages are an excellent value over the cost of new equipment. Expand your capability

with adding additional extrication equipment at an affordable price...Contact EMC at 1-800-487-7567 for more information.

Reconditioned rescue toolsreconditioned rescue tools

Hurst Package

JL-27 Lightweight SpreaderJL-150 Cutter

Honda 4-Cycle Power Unit20’ Extension Hose (new)

$3995.00*Optional OSC Quick Couplers to make your tools

“Hot Swappable” ...call for pricing

Holmatro Package

2002UL Combi-Tool2004 UL Ram

Ram Extension2030 Compact Power Unit

16’ Extension Hose

$4895.00Amkus Package TNT Package

Model 30C SpreaderModel 25 Cutter

Model GH2A-MC Compact Power Unit(2) 20’ Extension Hoses (Red and Blue)

$6895.00*Optional OSC Quick Couplers to make your tools

“Hot Swappable” ...call for pricing

TNT SpreaderTNT 6.5 HP Honda Simo-Pump

X-Tractor Cutter(2) 20’ Extension Hoses (new)

$5895.00*Optional OSC Quick Couplers to make your tools

“Hot Swappable” ...call for pricing

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ShowersWaste PumpsWater Heaters

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Federal SignalAkron

Whelen

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R & BSkedco

FIRE FIGHTING FOAMAngus

FIRE HOSEAngus

ATI

FLASHLIGHTSPelican

StreamlightUnderwater Kinetics

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Sensit Technology

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GENERATORSHonda

HAZMATAbsorbents/Suits/Tools

Bio Cleaners & FluidsPlug KitsWinsol

LADDERSAluminum Safety Co.

Duo Safety Ladder Co.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE CLOTHINGBoots

Black Diamond/ThorogoodCleanerWinsol

Gear BagsEVACR & B

GlovesRingers/SafeGuard/American Firewear

HelmetsChieftan/Phenix

HoodsAmerican Firewear

FireGuardSafety

ESS GogglesTurnout Gear

InnotexSecuritex

POLES, AXES, & MOREFire Hooks Unlimited

AkronNupla

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PUMPS & ACCESSORIESCET/Hale/Waterous

RECONDITIONED EQUIPMENTRescue Tools - All Brands

SCBA’s - All Brands

RESCUE & EXTRICATION EQUIPMENT

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CMC RescueHannay ReelsJunkin Safety

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Ringers GlovesRescue Tech

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Snake Eye Search Camera

SMOKE MACHINES & FLUIDTempest & Unifire

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ISG

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Fire ResearchFol-Da-Tank

Hannay Reels (air, electric, hydraulic, water)Kussmaul

PAC BracketsTurtle Tile

Ziamatic-ZicoZepher Tool Holders

VENTILATION EQUIPMENTPartner Rescue Saws

RamfanSupervac

Tempest Fans & SawsUnifire Fans & Saws

WATER RESCUECustom Water Rescue Boats

Stearns

WILDLANDAmerican Firewear

Angus (fittings, foam, hose)Lakeland

Scotty Products

WILDLAND BRUSH ACCESSORIESCustom Hose

Hannay Super Booster ReelsScotty Products

WILDLAND BRUSH & SKID UNITSCET Pumps & Skid UnitsUPF Poly “lifetime” Tanks

EMC SPECIALTY SERVICEApparatus Pump Repair

Apparatus Rescue Tool MountingApparatus Service Work

Bunker Gear Cleaning & RepairSCBA Service & Repair

SCBA Posi-Check, Flo-TestingSCBA Mask Fit Testing

Hydraulic Rescue Tools (all brands)

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New Vehicle TechnologiesInstructed By:

Jason Emery, Emergency Training Solutions, LLCWhen: September 10, 2011

Where: Pontiac High School Auditorium1100 Indiana Ave.Pontiac, IL 61764Time: 8am – 5pm

Cost: $85.00 Prior to August 26, 2011, $115.00 After. (Lunch will be provided)

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