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Fire Apparatus & Emergency Equipment

Fire Apparatus & Emergency Equipment
NFPA 1900
FDIC International
Whelen
NFPA
Thermal Imaging
Water Supply
Final Inspection
FEMSA
Water Supply Operations
Lead Times
Fire Apparatus
Fire Apparatus Industry
Training
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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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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Hi‑Viz Lighting CEO Sam Massa lays out a developing supply‑chain dispute with a large supplier (Amotiv) that could affect delivery of lighting used by North American fire apparatus manufacturers.

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For decades, helmets were evaluated primarily on protection. Today, departments should also evaluate balance, stability, cleanability, fit range, and operational performance.

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Recent Guests

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
Josh Linton
EV platform manager with Midtronics
Midtronics
Episode: From Uncertainty to Action: A New Tool for EV Rescue Operations
Gabe Katsuchi
Committee member on the symposium organizing team
Episode: FAMA Forum: the 2026 Fire Apparatus Design Symposium
Chris Martin
Committee member on the symposium organizing team
Episode: FAMA Forum: the 2026 Fire Apparatus Design Symposium
Chris Ferrara
Founder of US Fire Pump
US Fire Pump
Episode: More Than Pumps: The US Fire Pump Difference

Hosts

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

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

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.
From Uncertainty to Action: A New Tool for EV Rescue Operations
Q: What problems were firefighters facing that led Midtronics to develop this product?
Firefighters lacked a reliable way to know and communicate whether an EV was immobilized or could move, especially since EVs can move silently and immobilization tools could be damaged or ineffective; the XIM100 was designed to provide an authoritative mobility status and a simple means to immobilize vehicles safely.
Moving Water: Maximizing Flow at Dump & Fill Sites
Q: Is it better to place the largest pump at the water source or at the fire scene?
The largest pump should support the fire scene needs, with the second largest at the water source in most cases, though you adapt based on arrival and local conditions.
Moving Water: Maximizing Flow at Dump & Fill Sites
Q: How should you sequence pumps at the fill site to avoid overloading a single rig?
Limit to filling one tender at a time when possible, use a dedicated transfer engine to move water into the primary tank, and keep the dump pumper focused on delivering to the fire scene.

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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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