The Apparatus Workshop: Engine Specs from Nozzle to Pump

More Than Pumps: The US Fire Pump Difference

In this episode, we sit down with Chris Ferrara, founder of US Fire Pump, to discuss how the company has evolved far beyond manufacturing fire pumps into becoming a global leader in industrial firefighting solutions. From engineering some of the world’s largest mobile fire pumps to deploying industrial firefighting teams capable of flowing tens of thousands of gallons per minute, US Fire Pump is redefining emergency response for industrial facilities and municipalities alike. We’ll explore breakthrough foam technologies, rapid-response capabilities, custom apparatus manufacturing, and what’s next for the future of industrial firefighting.

Global Lighting Market Insights

Chris Mc Loone and Halen Kirby, Whelen's European regional sales manager, discuss the nuanced differences between North American and European fire apparatus, how certification standards and operational requirements influence vehicle lighting designs across continents, and how things like V2V and DVI are influencing the European market.

Moving Water: Back to the Basics

In this episode of Moving Water, Chris Mc Loone, Andy Soccodato, and Bill Adkins go back to back to the basics of moving water. Is there really that big a difference between 4 inch and 5 inch hose? Booster backup opinion? How do you make sure you "have enough water" for what you're trying to do? Check in on the discussion in this month's episode of Moving Water.

The Apparatus Workshop: Engine Specs from Nozzle to Pump

In this episode of The Apparatus Workshop, Lieutenant Matt Cardozo (PGFD) joins Nick Wilbur and Win Slauch to cover engine specifications from the nozzle all the way back to the pump. The discussion covers nozzle tips, hose sizing, pump considerations, and the balance between volume and maneuverability on the fireground.

San Marcos (TX) Blocker 4

Chris Mc Loone sits down with Chief Les Stephens of the San Marcos (TX) Fire Department to discuss Blocker 4, the department's repurposed fire apparatus specifically for blocking the road at roadway incidents. While many departments choose to go with pumpers, San Marcos decided to repurpose an aerial truck, which is staffed 24/7.