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Fire Apparatus & Emergency Equipment

Fire Apparatus & Emergency Equipment
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FEMSA
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Fire Apparatus Maintenance
Aerial Ladder
Fire Apparatus Design Symposium
NFPA Standards
Engine Company Equipment
Lighting
Volunteer Fire Departments

The latest news, trends, and real world insight on fire apparatus and emergency equipment. From new apparatus and technology to purchasing decisions, fleet operations, and what works on the fireground, this podcast brings you the people, products, and ideas shaping the modern fire service.

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Buying a fire apparatus is rarely a simple transaction. When you drop $1 million on a new pumper, treating the process as an adversarial negotiation or a cold corporate exchange stalls progress and damages outcomes. Experienced departments shift from... more

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Fire departments need strong relationships with both elected officials and equipment manufacturers to protect funding, make informed purchasing decisions, and meet operational needs.

Chris Mc Loone shares key takeaways from the Fire and Emergency Ma... more

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As fire apparatus manufacturers continue reducing backlogs, departments are beginning to see shorter lead times and more delivery capacity across the industry. In this episode of the FAMA Forum, FAMA President Jason Witmier and Marketing Committee Co... more

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Modern fire departments face massive challenges. Chris Mc Loone explores the importance of EVTs, how manufacturers are working to bring lead times down while offering options to get fire departments their rigs faster and how technology is playing a r... more

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In this episode Chris McLoone and Ricky Riley lay out practical, frontline advice for fire departments to work smarter with apparatus manufacturers. They cover the true cost and operational impact of late change orders, when dealer vs OEM work makes ... more

The latest episode of the Moving Water podcast tackles persistent misconceptions surrounding relay pumping. Hosts Chris McLoone, Andy Soccodato, and Bill Adkins challenge the common myth that relay operations are strictly meant for rural departments ... more

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With apparatus lead times still long, fire departments face two practical options: change a vehicle’s mission or rehab/refurb an existing unit. This episode walks through the operational, training, weight, and budget considerations every chief, mecha... more

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In this Talking Trucks episode, Chris McLoone and Ricky Riley walk through practical choices departments face when specifying aerial apparatus. They cover legacy hydraulic controls vs. electronic/multiplexed systems (and tip-mounted controls), prepip... more

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Recent Guests

Ricky Riley
Fire service apparatus purchasing consultant and advisory board member
Episode: Beyond the Transaction: Building True Partnerships in Apparatus Purchasing
Jason Witmier
President of FAMA
FAMA
Episode: Fire Apparatus Market Update 2026: Lead Times, Truck Orders & EPA 2027 Engine Changes
Adam Graves
Co-chair of the Marketing Committee
FAMA
Episode: Fire Apparatus Market Update 2026: Lead Times, Truck Orders & EPA 2027 Engine Changes
Alex Moody
Guest expert on fire apparatus topics
Episode: The Apparatus Workshop: Change the Mission or Refurbish?
Sam Massa
CEO of HiViz Lighting, Incorporated
HiViz Lighting, Incorporated
Episode: HiViz CEO Sam Massa Provides Supplier Update
Stephen Grunwald
Regional Sales Manager for Bullard
Bullard
Episode: Beyond Protection: What Firefighters Should Demand from Today's Helmet Designs
Teagan Avery
Product Development and Mechanical Engineer with Bullard
Bullard
Episode: Beyond Protection: What Firefighters Should Demand from Today's Helmet Designs
Dylan Coyne
Director of Fire Apparatus Sales at Fouts Fire
Fouts Fire
Episode: Why Departments Are Choosing Fouts Rescues
Brett Bigger
With Noble IQ, training company; active firefighter
Noble IQ
Episode: From Uncertainty to Action: A New Tool for EV Rescue Operations

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Chris McLoone
Host with recurring role guiding discussions, often focusing on industry events and post-event insights
Chris McClure
Co-host or host contributing product and design discussion, symposium and event context

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Beyond the Transaction: Building True Partnerships in Apparatus Purchasing
Q: How do you define being a partner and not a customer?
Riley says departments can collaborate with manufacturers to build the best apparatus for their needs, while remaining customers who expect the vehicle to function properly and be repaired when it breaks.
Beyond the Transaction: Building True Partnerships in Apparatus Purchasing
Q: How do you develop that type of relationship where really, truly, with your chosen builder, you're a partner, and you have those same kind of relationships with some of your component suppliers as well?
Riley credits good mentors and says departments should approach manufacturers respectfully, learn who is responsible for each part of the order, and build relationships with those people.
Fire Apparatus Market Update 2026: Lead Times, Truck Orders & EPA 2027 Engine Changes
Q: Adam, do we have data on current lead times and how they have changed in 2026?
Lead times have generally declined from post-COVID peaks, but data is kept generic and representative, not broken down by OEMs; the trend shows supply catching up with demand, though variability remains by truck type and program vs. fully custom builds.
Why Departments Are Choosing Fouts Rescues
Q: What trends are you seeing in rescue apparatus and department needs?
Availability and lead times are major trends; Fouts focuses on faster delivery by leveraging its production capabilities and dealer feedback to tailor products to end-user needs.
Why Departments Are Choosing Fouts Rescues
Q: What makes the Fouts Fire rescue line different from other manufacturers' rescue lines on the market?
The company started a dedicated rescue production line to enable quicker turnaround and lower costs, supported by a standardized, repeatable build process and a strong dealer network.

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The show covers fire apparatus, equipment, and related technology with a practical, practitioner-focused lens. Across episodes, listeners hear from engineers, manufacturers, and frontline fire personnel who discuss design trade-offs, safety, training, and operations—from helmet ergonomics and lighting to rescue trucks, water supply tactics, and engine specs. A recurring strength is translating technical topics into concrete takeaways for fleet managers, training officers, and department decision-makers, often anchored by real-world anecdotes, demonstrations, and case studies. Notable strengths include deep dives into standards, hands-on maintenance and inspection practices, and a pattern of featuring organizers or executives who provide con... more

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