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3 Must-Have Features on Your New Pumper

 The station house requires new pumpers. You know what is required, but specifying what you need on a new...

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Metalfab’s History in Ontario

Metalfab’s History in Ontario, Canada As a manufacturer of quality custom fire trucks for over 50 years, Metalfab comes...

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Fire Department Spotlight – South River – Machar, ON

Department Spotlight: Machar, ON Risto Maki is Fire Chief at the South River-Machar Fire Department in Ontario, Canada. He’s...

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Introducing the Spartan FC-94 Chassis

Introducing the Spartan FC-94 Chassis Spartan Motors released its new, purpose-built, FC-94 chassis model earlier this year. The release...

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The Story behind the Name: Why 6″ Suctions Are Called “Steamer” Ports

The Story behind the Name: Why 6″ Suctions Are Called “Steamer” Ports You may have heard the Metalfab team...

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Conducting A Fire Truck Push-In Ceremony

The fire truck push-in ceremony is a time-honored tradition in the fire service. Celebrating the arrival of a new...

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How Current Supply Chain Issues Will Affect Fire Truck Deliveries

Every fire truck is the product of many parts brought together and assembled by the manufacturer. Typically your fire...

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The Sounds of Fire Safety: Fire Truck Style

The Sounds of Fire Safety: Fire Truck Style The theme for Fire Prevention Week in Canada this year is...

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Winter Traction Devices for Your Fleet

The snow season is coming, which means it’s time to winterize your fire truck fleet. If you haven’t yet...

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