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How Fire Departments Can Reduce Apparatus Downtime
Every hour that a fire truck is out of service can affect a department’s ability to respond quickly. Whether...
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What Fire Departments Should Consider Before Expanding Their Fleet
As communities grow and emergency response needs evolve, many fire departments reach a point where they need to evaluate...
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Built On Trust: Tom York, K&T, And Metalfab
Roots In Island Falls When Tom York talks about K&T Fire Equipment, he doesn’t start with himself. He starts...
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Why Ergonomic Design Shapes Better Fire Trucks
When departments start thinking about fire truck design, they usually focus on the obvious things first. Things like pump...
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End Suction vs Full-Bodied Fire Pumps: How to Choose the Right Fit for Your Pumper
When departments spec a new pumper, most of the attention usually goes to tank size, hosebed layout, compartment space,...
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Budgeting for Your Next Custom Fire Truck: What Fire Departments Should Plan For
A custom fire truck is one of the most important purchases a fire department will make. It’s not just...
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Choosing Between Walk-In and Walk-Around Rescue Units
When your department begins planning a new rescue apparatus, one of the first major decisions is the body configuration....
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How Community Involvement Strengthens Firefighting and Public Safety
Fire departments play a major role in protecting communities from emergencies, hazards, and disasters. However, modern firefighting does not...
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The Role of Fire Truck Design in Crew Safety
At Metalfab, fire truck design is never about looks alone or checking boxes on a spec sheet. Every design...
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