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As a fire chief, you know that regular maintenance extends the lifespan of your fire trucks. That’s why you do it. But have you ever wondered why these proactive measures improve the longevity of your fleet? Sure you have, which is why we’re going to give you five reasons right here. #1: Preservation Of Structural…
As the challenges firefighters face become more intricate and demanding, the need for fire departments to embrace cutting-edge solutions is more pressing than ever before. From bolstering firefighter safety to harnessing the power of data analytics to increase your crew’s efficiency, technological advancements can not only modernize your firefighting practices but also revolutionize the way…
Ergonomics, by definition, is an applied science concerned with designing and arranging things people use so that the people and things interact most efficiently and safely. When applied to firefighting, it becomes the science of designing things, like fire trucks, to keep firefighters their safest and most efficient. It can be expensive and require additional…
If you’ve worked with us or keep up to date with our posts, you’re likely already aware of the work we at Metalfab do for our communities. Metalfab is a community-oriented company through and through, and we’re always looking for new ways to give back. One way we give back to the communities we serve…
Every so often, we like to feature one of our valued suppliers. By doing so, we have a chance to highlight their contribution to the fire service and their ongoing dedication to helping keep our communities safe. This time around, we are putting the spotlight on Ziamatic Corporation, a leading manufacturer of fire and safety…
When Gordon Green’s father, Donald Green, started Metalfab Fire Trucks in 1967, he had no way of knowing that it would persevere and grow into the thriving fire truck manufacturing company that you see today. He may not have known it at the time, but he did have a vision—one that Gordon is at the…
Is your old fire truck in need of replacement? It happens. And unfortunately, we all know what it means: now is the time to start looking for, or dreaming up, a satisfactory replacement. Replacing your truck should not be taken lightly. Because the safety of your crew, your community, and yourselves as fire chiefs are…
For over 50 years, Metalfab has been providing fire departments with the maintenance and supplies they need to keep their communities safe. They have innovated their products to fit the changing needs of the surrounding areas. For instance, mini pumpers enable emergency response in narrow streets or tough-to-get-to areas. As a community-minded organization, the team…
When the cold weather hits, fire departments have to decide whether or not they are going to winterize their fire trucks. To preserve the functionality and longevity of your equipment, we always recommend winterizing fire trucks in regions where the temperature is going to hit freezing or below. It comes down to how you want…
Cooking Safety Starts with YOU! Pay Attention to Fire Prevention As Fire Prevention Week (FPW) is upon us— this year’s theme is “Cooking safety starts with YOU”—Metalfab is banding together with North American fire departments and their communities in order to educate around the practice of fire safety in the kitchen and its significance. In…