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Pierce™ Dispatch offers an insider look at the dynamic world of firefighting. Each episode opens the door to explore a never-before-seen side of fire truck manufacturing and the fire industry, examining what goes into managing lifesaving missions and community challenges each day.
From fire apparatus tools and technology, to fire truck equipment, trends and processes, Pierce™ Dispatch offers a unique perspective on what it takes to succeed on the frontlines of firefighting.
Hosted by Pierce Manufacturing representatives and featuring fire apparatus and equipment experts and fire service professionals as guests, Pierce™ Dispatch echoes the timely and relevant information often found in firefighter field communications.
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Pierce™ Dispatch offers an insider look at the dynamic world of firefighting. Each episode opens the door to explore a never-before-seen side of fire truck manufacturing and the fire industry, examining what goes into managing lifesaving missions and community challenges each day.
From fire apparatus tools and technology, to fire truck equipment, trends and processes, Pierce™ Dispatch offers a unique perspective on what it takes to succeed on the frontlines of firefighting.
Hosted by Pierce Manufacturing representatives and featuring fire apparatus and equipment experts and fire service professionals as guests, Pierce™ Dispatch echoes the timely and relevant information often found in firefighter field communications.
FDIC may be over, but the conversation is just getting started. Tune into the latest episode featuring Pierce subject matter experts discussing latest innovations and technologies. Dave Archer discusses the Collision Avoidance Mitigation System (CAMS) technology adopted from our Pratt Miller racing team. Steve Williamson highlights Hunterdon County Department of Public Safety in New Jersey’s Mobile Command Unit. Matt Sauter speaks about the Pierce® Volterra™ EV, which seamlessly integrates into existing fleets. Shena Straka shares advancements on aerial products, including a low-profile cab. John Schultz introduces the redesigned Pierce top-mount PUC™. Date Aired : 5/2/2025 Featuring : Pierce subject matter experts & host Alie Reetz Guests : Dave Archer is the vice president of engineering at Pierce Manufacturing. Steve Williamson is the vice president of North and Northwest regions at Frontline Communications. Shena Straka is the business unit director of aerial products at Pierce Manufacturing. John Schultz is the vice president and business unit director of pumper products at Pierce Manufacturing. Matt Sauter is the business unit director of cab, chassis and electrical at Pierce Manufacturing. Alie Reetz is a marketing associate at Pierce Manufacturing. Resources : Pierce FDIC 2025 TAK-4 T3™ Independent Rear Suspension Video Top Mount PUC Video Pierce Volterra EV Pumper Video Collision Avoidance Mitigation System (CAMS) Low Profile Cab Aerials Pumpers PACCAR MX-13 Engine Pratt Miller Join us as we continue to bring together customers, industry professionals and Pierce experts in future episodes, providing a platform for insightful discussions on the advancements and challenges within the firefighting community. Whether you’re in the market for the latest in fire apparatus technology, or just passionate about the firefighting community and its evolution, this episode of Pierce™ Dispatch is for you. For any feedback, questions or to subscribe, visit the Pierce™ Dispatch page .…
Join us from the show floor to meet with attendees at FDIC 2025! Our guests share what brought them to the show in Indianapolis, Indiana. We highlight topics including youth firefighter programs, industry innovations, apparatus and beyond. 🌟 🚒 Date Aired: 4/25/2025 Featuring: FDIC attendees & host Dan Meyer Guests: FDIC attendees Dan Meyer the vice president of sales at Pierce Manufacturing. Resources: Pierce FDIC 2025 Pierce 2025 Road Rally 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at Lambeau Field TAK-4 T3™ Independent Rear Suspension Video Top Mount PUC™ Video Pierce® Volterra™ EV Pumper Video ClearSky Intelligence™ Connectivity Solutions Podcast episode Low Profile Cab Collision Avoidance Mitigation System (CAMS) HiViz Connect Warning Light System PACCAR MX-13 Engine Better Every Shift Podcast Join us as we continue to bring together customers, industry professionals and Pierce experts in future episodes, providing a platform for insightful discussions on the advancements and challenges within the firefighting community. Whether you’re in the market for the latest in fire apparatus technology, or just passionate about the firefighting community and its evolution, this episode of Pierce™ Dispatch is for you. For any feedback, questions or to subscribe, visit the Pierce™ Dispatch page .…
Check out the 12 apparatus in the Pierce booth at FDIC 2025! Enforcer™ Volterra™ EV Pumper Enforcer Top Mount PUC™ Pumper Enforcer PUC Pumper Enforcer Heavy-Duty Rescue Pumper (HDRP) with Collision Avoidance Mitigation System (CAMS) Enforcer Pumper Impel® Top Mount Pumper Enforcer Ascendant® 100' Heavy-Duty Aerial Tower with TAK-4 T3™ Enforcer Low Profile Cab 100’ Heavy-Duty Aerial Ladder Enforcer Ascendant 107’ Heavy-Duty Aerial Ladder – Single Rear Axle Enforcer 100' Heavy-Duty Tractor Drawn Aerial Velocity® 100' Aerial Platform Frontline™ Communications’ C-40X-4 Saber® Command Unit Date Aired : 4/11/2025 Featuring : host Dan Meyer & host Alie Reetz Guests : Dan Meyer the vice president of sales at Pierce Manufacturing. Alie Reetz a marketing associate at Pierce Manufacturing. Resources : Enforcer™ Volterra™ Pumper Spec Sheets Pumpers Pierce PUC™ Pump Ascendant® 100' Heavy-Duty Aerial Tower TAK-4 T3™ Independent Rear Suspension Aerial Ladders Aerial Platforms Frontline™ Communications’ C-40X-4 Saber® Command Unit Join us as we continue to bring together customers, industry professionals and Pierce experts in future episodes, providing a platform for insightful discussions on the advancements and challenges within the firefighting community. Whether you’re in the market for the latest in fire apparatus technology, or just passionate about the firefighting community and its evolution, this episode of Pierce™ Dispatch is for you. For any feedback, questions or to subscribe, visit the Pierce™ Dispatch page .…
In this episode of the Pierce™ Dispatch, we’re joined by lieutenant Zack Spencer and captain Jason Lacasse from the Bellingham Fire Department in Massachusetts. They share about their recent acquisition of an Enforcer™ Ascendant® 107’ Ladder, discussing each step of their journey from procurement to delivery. They also reflect on their seamless experience with a Pierce stock pumper highlighting the exceptional quality and support from Pierce and their local dealer, Allegiance Fire and Rescue. Date Aired: 3/28/2025 Featuring: Lieutenant Zack Spencer, captain Jason Lacasse & host Dan Meyer Guests: Zack Spencer is a lieutenant and maintenance coordinator on Bellingham Fire Department, MA. Jason Lacasse is a captain on Bellingham Fire Department, MA. Dan Meyer the vice president of sales at Pierce Manufacturing. Resources: Bellingham Fire Department in Massachusetts Bellingham Fire Department pumper Pierce Stock Apparatus Fire Truck Procurement 4 critical factors for an effective fire truck procurement committee Pierce Manufacturing's workforce Benefits of standardizing a fire truck fleet Fire apparatus maintenance Fire apparatus dealer benefits Pierce Parts Product support Aerial devices Ascendant class 107' heavy-duty aerial ladder Types of aerial devices Aerial no pump no tank vs. quint Maximize your aerial truck storage Firefighter training Compartmentation Join us as we continue to bring together customers, industry professionals and Pierce experts in future episodes, providing a platform for insightful discussions on the advancements and challenges within the firefighting community. Whether you’re in the market for the latest in fire apparatus technology, or just passionate about the firefighting community and its evolution, this episode of Pierce™ Dispatch is for you. For any feedback, questions or to subscribe, visit the Pierce™ Dispatch page .…
It’s time to talk about tillers! 🐍 In this episode, we are joined by Rich Holzman, Pierce’s Mid-Atlantic regional vice president and former assistant chief of Montgomery County Fire Rescue Service in Maryland. The conversation weaves through the features of tillers including expansive storage capacity and unmatched maneuverability. Rich breaks down the various configurations and customizations available. Tune in to learn the role of tillers in different firefighting scenarios and how departments can determine if a tiller fits their community’s needs. Date Aired: 3/14/2025 Featuring: Pierce regional vice president Rich Holzman & host Alie Reetz Guests: Rich Holzman is a regional vice president at Pierce for the Mid-Atlantic region. He began his journey in the fire industry at Montgomery County Fire Rescue Service, Maryland, and rose through the ranks to the assistant chief. Alie Reetz is a marketing associate at Pierce. Resources: Tractor Drawn Aerials 107 tiller 102 tiller Aerial tillers Aerials Types of aerial devices Types of aerial fire trucks Ascendant class Ascendant aerial guide Platforms Aerial Operations Aerial Design Aerial no-pump, no-tank vs. aerial with pump and tank Maximize aerial fire truck storage What is a quint fire truck Fire apparatus design ordering process Fire Truck Procurement 4 critical factors for an effective fire truck procurement committee Join us as we continue to bring together customers, industry professionals and Pierce experts in future episodes, providing a platform for insightful discussions on the advancements and challenges within the firefighting community. Whether you’re in the market for the latest in fire apparatus technology, or just passionate about the firefighting community and its evolution, this episode of Pierce™ Dispatch is for you. For any feedback, questions or to subscribe, visit the Pierce™ Dispatch page .…
For this episode we traveled to Station No.8 in Madison, Wisconsin, to witness the deployment of the first production ordered Pierce® Volterra™ Electric Pumper. The City of Madison Fire Department became the first in North America to test and evaluate the Pierce Volterra platform in a live operational environment. The City of Madison Fire Department in Wisconsin serves over 250,000 residents across 100 square miles with 14 stations—Station No. 8 being the busiest. Apparatus engineer Matt highlights the Pierce Volterra's engineering, sustainability and the patented parallel electric drivetrain. Matt Sautter, director of cab, chassis and electrical at Pierce Manufacturing discusses the reduced maintenance and technological advancements of the Pierce Volterra platform of electric vehicles. Date Aired : 2/28/2025 Featuring : Apparatus engineer Matt Wong, Matt Sauter & host Alie Reetz Guests : Matt Wong is an apparatus engineer on the City of Madison Fire Department in Madison, Wisconsin. Matt Sauter is the business unit director of cab, chassis and electrical at Pierce Manufacturing. Alie Reetz is a marketing associate at Pierce Manufacturing. Resources: City of Madison Fire Department – Pierce® Enforcer™ Volterra™ Pumper First Production Pierce Volterra Electric Pumper Ordered by City of Madison, Now In Service Pierce Secures Purchase Order for a Volterra Electric Pumper from the City of Madison, WI Fire Department Pierce Manufacturing and Oshkosh Airport Products Introduce the Volterra Platform of Electric Vehicles Pierce® Volterra™ EV Electric fire truck reference guide A day in the life of a Volterra electric fire truck Pierce Volterra technology Electric fire truck pump performance Why does an electric fire truck still need a diesel engine Electric Fire Truck in Service: Portland Fire & Rescue Case Study Electric Fire Truck Case Study: Insights, Key Features and Lessons Learned Electric Fire Trucks in Cold Weather: Facts, Challenges and Examples Pierce Volterra Electric Fire Truck Named ‘Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin 2022’ Fire apparatus maintenance Fire truck maintenance and service training Benefits of a Strong Fire Apparatus Dealer Network Join us as we continue to bring together customers, industry professionals and Pierce experts in future episodes, providing a platform for insightful discussions on the advancements and challenges within the firefighting community. Whether you’re in the market for the latest in fire apparatus technology, or just passionate about the firefighting community and its evolution, this episode of Pierce™ Dispatch is for you. For any feedback, questions or to subscribe, visit the Pierce™ Dispatch page .…
🔥🚨 Albuquerque Fire Rescue's Lieutenant Jason Fejer joined us on the Pierce™ Dispatch! Tune in to the latest episode to discover insights into their fleet, community engagement, innovations and more! Don't miss out! 🎧 Date Aired: 2/14/2025 Featuring: Lieutenant Jason Fejer & host Alie Reetz Guests: Lieutenant Jason Fejer has been with Albuquerque Fire Rescue in New Mexico for approximately 18 years. In his current assignment as the public information officer, he works to tell the story of the department and highlight the work their crews are doing in the community. Alie Reetz is a marketing associate at Pierce Manufacturing. Resources: Albuquerque Fire Rescue in New Mexico City of Albuquerque Fire apparatus maintenance Fire apparatus dealer benefits Benefits of standardizing your fire truck fleet Fire Truck Procurement 4 critical factors for an effective fire truck procurement committee Experience workforce fire apparatus manufacturing Benefits of standardizing a fire truck fleet Aerial devices Types of aerial devices Ladder fire truck vs. platform fire truck 105 heavy duty steel aerial ladder How to find the right aerial fire truck for urban fires Aerial no pump no tank vs. quint Maximize aerial fire truck storage CARE Initiative Clean cab advancements What is fire truck decontamination Join us as we continue to bring together customers, industry professionals and Pierce experts in future episodes, providing a platform for insightful discussions on the advancements and challenges within the firefighting community. Whether you’re in the market for the latest in fire apparatus technology, or just passionate about the firefighting community and its evolution, this episode of Pierce™ Dispatch is for you. For any feedback, questions or to subscribe, visit the Pierce™ Dispatch page .…
In this episode of The Pierce™ Dispatch, we welcome Ricky Riley, who shares his extensive fire industry experience and has worked with Pierce for over the past 30 years. The discussion covers topics including fire service experiences on multiple different fire departments, advice for fleet managers and the importance of investing in people. It is crucial to maintain and repair fire apparatus to meet the operational needs of frontline firefighters. Ricky highlights the significance of data, maintenance and an unwavering dedication to fire service readiness. Date Aired: 1/31/2025 Featuring: Ricky Riley & host Dan Meyer Guests: Ricky Riley is currently the Fire Apparatus Manager with the Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department in Maryland. He also serves as a firefighter, former chief and member of the Kentland Volunteer Fire Department in Maryland. Ricky spent 20 years as a Firefighter with the Fairfax County Fire & Rescue, and 11 years as the Operations Chief of Clearwater Fire & Rescue in Florida. Finally, he serves on the editorial board for Fire Apparatus & Emergency Equipment Magazine as well the FDIC advisory board. Dan Meyer is the vice president of sales at Pierce Manufacturing. Resources: Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department – Velocity® 100’ Ascendant® Aerial Heavy-Duty Aerial Tower Fire emergency medical services Fire apparatus maintenance Fire apparatus dealer benefits Benefits of Standardizing fire truck fleet Product and Pierce parts support Pierce Parts Product support Fire truck product support Fire Truck Procurement 4 critical factors for an effective fire truck procurement committee Pierce Manufacturing's Workforce Pierce® ClearSky Intelligence™ Connectivity Solutions Pierce® ClearSky Intelligence™ podcast episode Benefits of fire truck telematics Join us as we continue to bring together customers, industry professionals and Pierce experts in future episodes, providing a platform for insightful discussions on the advancements and challenges within the firefighting community. Whether you’re in the market for the latest in fire apparatus technology, or just passionate about the firefighting community and its evolution, this episode of Pierce™ Dispatch is for you. For any feedback, questions or to subscribe, visit the Pierce™ Dispatch page .…
We are launching Season No.2 of the Pierce™ Dispatch with a monumental episode spotlighting Monument Fire District, Colorado, and their Ascendant® 100’ Heavy-Duty Aerial Tower! We are joined by both Chief Andy Kovacs and Division Chief Jamey Bumgarner to discuss their recent delivery and elements of their department. Date Aired : 1/17/2025 Featuring : Fire Chief Andy Kovacs, Division Chief Jamey Bumgarner & host Alie Reetz Guests : Fire Chief Andy Kovacs has over three decades of public safety experience and currently serves on the Monument Fire District in Colorado. Division Chief of Administration Jamey Bumgarner is approaching four decades of experience in the fire industry and currently leads the administration division at Monument Fire District in Colorado. Alie Reetz is instrumental in connecting customers with the perfect builds for their unique needs. She plays a critical role in supporting social media, web presence, and direct customer interaction at Pierce, ensuring every apparatus meets the precise needs of the firefighters who use them. Resources : Monument Fire District – Velocity® 100’ Ascendant® Aerial Heavy-Duty Aerial Tower Aerials Types of aerial devices Types of aerial fire trucks Ascendant class Ascendant aerial guide Platforms Aerial Operations Aerial design Aerial no pump no tank vs. aerial with pump and tank Maximize aerial fire truck storage What is a quint fire truck Fire apparatus design ordering process Fire truck procurement - purchasing guide 4 critical factors for an effective fire truck procurement committee Pierce® ClearSky Intelligence™ Connectivity Solutions Pierce Dispatch Episode 16 Join us as we continue to bring together customers, industry professionals and Pierce experts in future episodes, providing a platform for insightful discussions on the advancements and challenges within the firefighting community. Whether you’re in the market for the latest in fire apparatus technology, or just passionate about the firefighting community and its evolution, this episode of Pierce™ Dispatch is for you. For any feedback, questions or to subscribe, visit the Pierce™ Dispatch page .…
In the finale episode of Season No.1, Dan and Alie recap Pierce’s year of innovations and community involvement. They highlight standout episodes, including interviews with customers and product experts, special events such as the 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb, FDIC and the Pierce® Volterra™ EV Road Tour. They share memorable interactions with various fire departments, the adoption of new technologies and the importance of community events and customer relationships. They also tease upcoming events for 2025, including the Pierce Volterra’s appearance at the CES show in Las Vegas and the upcoming Road Rally. Date Aired : 12/13/2024 Featuring : Host Dan Meyer & Host Alie Reetz Dan Meyer is the vice president of sales at Pierce Manufacturing. Alie Reetz is a marketing associate at Pierce Manufacturing Key Takeaways : Pierce™ Dispatch Season No.1 episodes 2024 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at Lambeau Field - Donate here Pierce PUC™ Pump Pierce® ClearSky Intelligence™ Connectivity Solutions Pierce Give Back Program beneficiaries - Lundgaard Park / National Fallen Firefighters Foundation / St. Jude / United Way PACCAR MX-13 Engine Pierce® Volterra™ EV Road Tour Pierce Volterra Pierce Road Rally Pierce Facility Upgrades and Manufacturing Innovation Oshkosh Corporation at CES Highlighted Apparatus : South County Fire Department – Enforcer™ Pumper, South County, WA Walkersville Volunteer Rescue Company – Velocity® Non-Walk-In Heavy-Duty Rescue, Walkersville, MD Indianapolis Fire Department, Indianapolis, IN Omaha Fire Department, Omaha, NB San Diego Fire-Rescue Department, San Diego, CA Calgary Fire Department, Calgary, AB Baltimore County Fire Department, Towson, MA Fayetteville Fire Department, Fayetteville, AR Columbus Division of Fire, Columbus, OH Urbandale Fire Department, Urbandale, IA Join us as we continue to bring together customers, industry professionals and Pierce experts in future episodes, providing a platform for insightful discussions on the advancements and challenges within the firefighting community. Whether you’re in the market for the latest in fire apparatus technology, or just passionate about the firefighting community and its evolution, this episode of Pierce™ Dispatch is for you. For any feedback, questions or to subscribe, visit the Pierce™ Dispatch page .…
In this episode of the Pierce™ Dispatch, we highlight the Build My Pierce™ Program, which allows customers to design custom-built fire apparatus with a streamlined and accelerated process. Sales representative for Pierce dealer, MacQueen, Dave Polkow highlights the program's key benefits, including shorter lead times and efficient communication. Additionally, Assistant Chief Lopez from Tamarac Fire Rescue in South Florida shares his department’s experience with the program, noting the ease and flexibility in meeting his department’s needs. The episode emphasizes how the BMP™ program benefits customers by offering tailored solutions and efficient production timelines. Date Aired : 11/29/2024 Featuring : Host Alie Reetz & Dave Polkow, Pierce Sales Representative for MacQueen and Assistant Chief Jeffrey Lopez of Tamarac Fire Rescue in South Florida Guests: Dave Polkow a Pierce sales representative for MacQueen, in Northern Indiana. Assistant Chief Jeffery Lopez is on Tamarac Fire Rescue in South Florida. Alie Reetz is instrumental in connecting customers with the perfect builds for their unique needs. She plays a critical role in supporting social media, web presence, and direct customer interaction at Pierce, ensuring every apparatus meets the precise needs of the firefighters who use them. Key Takeaways: Build My Pierce Program Fire apparatus configurator benefits Fire Apparatus Build Process Fire apparatus design ordering process BMP delivery: Gary Fire Department, Gary, Indiana Heavy-Duty Rescue Pumper Advancements in rescue pumper storage Multipurpose fire trucks 75’ Heavy-Duty Aluminum Aerial Ladder Pierce dealers Join us as we continue to bring together customers, industry professionals and Pierce experts in future episodes, providing a platform for insightful discussions on the advancements and challenges within the firefighting community. Whether you’re in the market for the latest in fire apparatus technology, or just passionate about the firefighting community and its evolution, this episode of Pierce™ Dispatch is for you. For any feedback, questions or to subscribe, visit the Pierce™ Dispatch page .…
In this episode of the Pierce™ Dispatch, Dave McAlice, the Northeast regional vice president of sales at Pierce Manufacturing discusses aerial apparatus. He provides an in-depth look at the functions of aerial ladders, platforms and tillers. He shares aerial design tactics and tips to meet specific community needs. We discuss the procurement of an aerial apparatus, and how to optimize a fire department’s efficiency and effectiveness. Dave also shares some of his most memorable customer experiences from various fire departments including Salem, Massachusetts, Providence, Rhode Island, New Hartford, Connecticut and Cooperstown, New York. Date Aired: 11/15/2024 Featuring: Pierce regional vice president of sales Dave McAlice & host Alie Reetz Guests: Dave McAlice serves as the regional vice president of sales for the Northeast region at Pierce Manufacturing. He collaborates closely with Pierce dealers and customers to ensure seamless apparatus procurement. For the past 16 years, he has managed the Northeast region in collaboration with the Pierce dealer network. With his firefighting roots and his hands-on experience with customers regarding their aerial apparatus, Dave is an expert in aerial apparatus. Resources: Aerials Types of aerial devices Types of aerial fire trucks Types of fire trucks Ascendant® Class of Aerials Ascendant aerial guide Aerial Ladders Aerial Platforms Tillers Tractor drawn aerial Aerial Operations Aerial Design Aerial no pump and no tank vs. aerial with pump and tank Maximize aerial fire truck storage How to find the right aerial fire truck for urban fires What is a quint fire truck Fire apparatus design ordering process Join us as we continue to bring together customers, industry professionals and Pierce experts in future episodes, providing a platform for insightful discussions on the advancements and challenges within the firefighting community. Whether you’re in the market for the latest in fire apparatus technology, or just passionate about the firefighting community and its evolution, this episode of Pierce™ Dispatch is for you. For any feedback, questions or to subscribe, visit the Pierce™ Dispatch page .…
In this episode of the Pierce™ Dispatch, we welcome customers who are completing final inspections on their new apparatus from across the nation. Assistant Chief Ryan Harrigan of the Roseville Fire Department in California introduces their new Type 1 engine, highlighting its custom features and their upcoming station opening. Fire Chief Jeremy Wade from Sand Springs Fire Department in Oklahoma discusses the procurement of a new pumper which supports consistency within their fleet and operations. Todd Rishling, President of the Wonder Lake Fire Protection District’s Board of Trustees in Illinois, talks about their Enforcer™ engine designed to meet community needs. Chief John Baker from the Stony Hill Volunteer Fire Department in Connecticut shares about their Enforcer™ Ascendant® 107’ Heavy-Duty Aerial Ladder. He elaborates on how these upgrades enhance their fire suppression and extrication capabilities, while also improving community engagement and team motivation. Date Aired : 11/01/2024 Featuring: Sand Springs Fire Department in Oklahoma, Wonder Lake Fire Protection in Illinois, Stony Hill Volunteer Fire Department in Connecticut, Roseville Fire Department in California and Host Alie Reetz Guests: Assistant Chief Ryan Harrigan – Roseville Fire Department in California Fire Chief Jeremy Wade – Sand Springs Fire Department in Oklahoma President of the Board of Trustees Todd Rishling – Wonder Lake Fire Protection District in Illinois Chief John Baker – Stony Hill Volunteer Fire Department in Connecticut Resources: Enforcer™ Pumper – Roseville Fire Department, Roseville, California Job Number: 38915 Dealership: Golden State Fire Apparatus, Inc. Velocity® Pumper – Sand Springs Fire Department, Sand Springs, Oklahoma Job Number: 38942 Dealership: Conrad Fire Equipment, Inc. Enforcer™ Pumper – Wonder Lake Fire Protection District, Wonder Lake, Illinois Job Number: 39890 Dealership: MacQueen Enforcer™ Ascendant® 107’ Heavy-Duty Aerial Ladder – Stony Hill Fire Department, Bethel, Connecticut Job Number: 42321 Dealership: Firematic Supply Company, Inc. Fire Apparatus Fire Apparatus Design: A Step-By-Step Guide: Join us as we continue to bring together customers, industry professionals and Pierce experts in future episodes, providing a platform for insightful discussions on the advancements and challenges within the firefighting community. Whether you’re in the market for the latest in fire apparatus technology, or just passionate about the firefighting community and its evolution, this episode of Pierce™ Dispatch is for you. For any feedback, questions or to subscribe, visit the Pierce™ Dispatch page .…
In this episode we discuss post-traumatic stress disorder in the fire industry with Conrad Weaver, a filmmaker and podcast host from Emmitsburg, Maryland. Conrad shares his experiences while creating and sharing the documentary PTSD911 with firefighters across America. He describes the challenges first responders face with recognizing and addressing PTSD, the impact of trauma and the importance of a supportive culture in firehouses. Conrad also shares the role of leadership in promoting mental health and wellness. Date Aired : 10/18/2024 Featuring : Conrad Weaver & Alie Reetz Guests : Conrad Weaver has worked with first responders from across the country to create and share the documentary film PTSD911. He also hosts The Wellness Channel for First Responders podcast. Alie Reetz is instrumental in connecting customers with the perfect builds for their unique needs. She plays a critical role in supporting social media, web presence, and direct customer interaction at Pierce, ensuring every apparatus meets the precise needs of the firefighters who use them. Resources : If you or someone you know in the fire industry is struggling with PTSD, please visit ResponderStrong: https://responderstrong.org/ or call (206) 459-3020 for assistance. If you are interested in learning more about Conrad Weaver’s film or podcast to support first responders visit the links below: https://ptsd911movie.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@TheWellnessChannel4First Join us as we continue to bring together customers, industry professionals and Pierce experts in future episodes, providing a platform for insightful discussions on the advancements and challenges within the firefighting community. Whether you’re in the market for the latest in fire apparatus technology, or just passionate about the firefighting community and its evolution, this episode of Pierce™ Dispatch is for you. For any feedback, questions or to subscribe, visit the Pierce™ Dispatch page .…
Tune in to hear Chris Medlock, Pierce’s product manager of connected solutions, share on the cutting-edge Pierce technology, ClearSky Intelligence™ Connectivity Solutions. We discuss the details of ClearSky Intelligence Connectivity Solutions. and its integration with Command Zone™—a proprietary multiplexed electrical system built for fire apparatus. Chris explains how ClearSky Intelligence gathers performance data from fire apparatus, enabling users to receive real-time alerts and increase vehicle uptime. The benefits in which ClearSky Intelligence offers to the fire service include customized reporting, geo-fencing, enhanced troubleshooting, predictive maintenance and more. ClearSky Intelligence is revolutionizing the way fire departments manage their apparatus. Date Aired: 10/04/2024 Featuring: Host Alie Reetz & Chis Medlock, Pierce Product Manager – Connected Solutions Guests: Chris Medlock is the product manager of connected solutions at Pierce. He serves as the Battalion Chief on the Village of Bristol Fire Department in Bristol, Wisconsin. Chris works close with Pierce customers in relation to the connected solutions Pierce offers. Alie Reetz is instrumental in connecting customers with the perfect builds for their unique needs. She plays a critical role in supporting social media, web presence, and direct customer interaction at Pierce, ensuring every apparatus meets the precise needs of the firefighters who use them. Key Takeaways: Pierce® ClearSky Intelligence™ Connectivity Solutions Video Demo 1 Video Demo 2 Pierce Command Zone™ Video Demo 1 Fire Truck Telematics Fleet standardization and consistency Fire apparatus trends Pierce dealers Join us as we continue to bring together customers, industry professionals and Pierce experts in future episodes, providing a platform for insightful discussions on the advancements and challenges within the firefighting community. Whether you’re in the market for the latest in fire apparatus technology, or just passionate about the firefighting community and its evolution, this episode of Pierce™ Dispatch is for you. For any feedback, questions or to subscribe, visit the Pierce™ Dispatch page .…
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