FRC Technical News online

July 15th, 2008

This page is an online version of our printed newspaper (printed now and again since the early 80s) presenting fire industry related commentary articles by industry experts on topics of interest to our customers, new product releases (both from FRC as well as affiliated manufacturers), and links to other interesting features of our website.

The posting of commentary articles is intended as a service to FRC friends and customers. FRC disclaims all responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information contained in them.

Posts appear here in reverse chronological order (the most recent posts at the top). You can simply scroll down to read them, or select something of interest from the navigation menus at left. Commenting is enabled, so if you would like to share your opinion look for a comment box after each post. However, comments must be approved by FRC staff before they will appear.

New IETM [2008 v02] available

July 18th, 2008

The latest IETM (Interactive Electronic Technical Manual) for 2008 is now available. Read about what’s new in the IETM, or run it live over the web on the IETM page.

New Products: InControl

July 9th, 2008

InControl with Knob Introducing the Next Generation of INControl Pressure Governors! Choose the push buttons or hand throttle style control knob for pressure and RPM adjustments. Both use the J1939 CAN bus interface for engine information and control.

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Safer Search Device System

March 10th, 2008

The Safer Search Device System aids in conducting team searches when conditions such as building construction, layout, and/or inherent hazards are beyond the scope of the ordinary search techniques. It includes a search rope with direction and distance markers every 25 feet, a stuff bag, and the Safer Search Device (SSD) that slides along the rope and automatically locks in place. The SSD has attachment loops for tag lines, to provide connection point for multiple rope operations, or to secure a tie off point.
Safer Search Device System
Download the Safer Search Device System literature sheet [PDF].

George Washington, firefighter

November 20th, 2007

George Washington was a volunteer firefighter at age 18 in Alexandria, VA. In 1774 he was made an honorary member of the Friendship Fire Company and helped them acquire their first engine.