BRANDON, SD – Oct. 14, 2024 – Spartan Emergency Response, part of REV Group, Inc., and a leading manufacturer of fire apparatus, is building four custom pumpers for Toledo Fire & Rescue Department, with the trucks expected to be delivered by the beginning of 2026.
In October 2023, the Toledo Fire & Rescue Department asked the Toledo City Council for $3.2 million from the Capital Improvement Fund to purchase four fire engines. The purchase marks the first time the Toledo department has ordered Spartan Emergency Response fire apparatus. Johnson’s Emergency Vehicles Solutions, the Spartan Emergency Response dealer for Ohio, worked with the department to determine their specifications and to design an apparatus customized for their operations and built efficiently to fit into their budget.
Toledo Fire & Rescue department has 18 active fire stations and seven support buildings with almost 600 professional firefighters who respond to over 60,000 calls a year.
“Johnson’s Emergency Vehicle Solutions was able to help us source much-needed fire apparatus,” said Chief Allison Armstrong, Toledo Fire & Rescue Department. “We look forward to receiving and putting these pumpers into service to help protect the city and people of Toledo.”
“We’re delighted to introduce Spartan Emergency Response to the city of Toledo,” said Tony Johnson, dealer principal, Johnson’s Emergency Vehicle Solutions. “We are optimistic that our partnership will evolve and grow as Toledo continues to.”
The four custom pumpers are built on a Spartan MetroStar LFD cab and are designed to meet the unique needs of this large city with:
Custom body with a low hosebed
Custom ladder and hard suction storage rack on the truck’s right side
500-gallon water tank
30-gallon foam cell for an external eductor system
Hale QMax 1750 GPM pump
These units were sold by Jesse Sopko, Ohio Sales Manager for Johnson’s Emergency Vehicle Solutions.
Visit https://www.johnsonsevs.com/ to learn more about Spartan Emergency Response fire apparatus.
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About Spartan Emergency Response
Spartan Emergency Response, comprised of REV Group, Inc. (NYSE: REVG) subsidiaries Spartan Fire, LLC, Smeal SFA, LLC, Smeal LTC, LLC and Smeal Holding, LLC, is a North American leader in the emergency response market and offers brands including Spartan Authorized Parts, Spartan Factory Service Centers, Spartan Fire Chassis, Smeal, and Ladder Tower. Spartan Emergency Response vehicles are well known for safety, quality, durability, aftermarket product support, and first-to-market innovation. The company operates facilities in Michigan, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, and Nebraska.
About REV Group, Inc.
REV Group companies are leading designers and manufacturers of specialty vehicles and related aftermarket parts and services, which serve a diversified customer base, primarily in the United States, through two segments: Specialty Vehicles and Recreational Vehicles. The Specialty Vehicles Segment provides customized vehicle solutions for applications, including essential needs for public services (ambulances and fire apparatus) and commercial infrastructure (terminal trucks and industrial sweepers). REV Group’s Recreational Vehicles Segment manufactures a variety of RVs from Class B vans to Class A motorhomes. REV Group’s portfolio is made up of well-established principal vehicle brands, including many of the most recognizable names within their industry. Several of REV Group’s brands pioneered their specialty vehicle product categories and date back more than 50 years. REV Group trades on the NYSE under the symbol REVG. Investors-REVG
HOLDEN, LA – Sept. 10, 2024 – KME Fire Apparatus, a REV Group® business and a leading manufacturer of fire apparatus, is pleased to announce that Fire Master Fire Equipment, Inc. is now an official dealer for KME® fire apparatus and equipment in Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma.
Based in Springfield, MO, Fire Master is a second-generation family business founded by Gerald and Carol Shelton in 1972 which has been representing the Ferrara™ brand in those states since 2010. Adding KME is part of the dealer’s $2 million expansion that includes doubling its service center to 20,000 square feet, hiring of additional service personnel, and adding a commercial paint booth and a set of wireless truck lifts.
To best serve all KME customers, Fire Master also has service centers in Kansas City, St. Louis and Rayton, Missouri as well as Little Rock, Arkansas and mobile service available to all four states. The company also offers private plane charter service for customers for all factory tours.
“Fire Master has worked diligently to become a solid household name within our industry and assigned territories over the last 60 years,” said Scott Shelton, company president, Fire Master Fire Equipment, Inc. “Our reputation for always working to exceed customer expectations has been validated by the tremendous growth and trust we have gained with our loyal customers. We look forward to expanding our product offerings to include the complete KME line of products to all customers in our territory.”
“Fire Master has a proven record of outstanding performance in these four states with the Ferrara brand,” said Chris McClung, vice president of sales, REV Fire Group. “We are excited to see this same level of success with KME and look forward to expanding our market share across this area of the U.S
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About Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc.
Ferrara, a subsidiary of REV Group, Inc. (NYSE: REVG), builds custom, heavy-duty fire apparatus for municipal and industrial fire departments. Located in Holden, Louisiana, Ferrara is focused on protecting firefighting personnel with a custom chassis line and extruded aluminum body that exceeds NFPA and industry safety requirements. For over 30 years, Ferrara has led performance standards by delivering custom-engineered fire trucks that provide maximum response capabilities.
About Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp.
KME, a subsidiary of REV Group, Inc. (NYSE: REVG), has been in operation since 1946 and custom manufactures a wide range of fire apparatus for municipal, federal, and wildland/urban interface markets across the U.S. KME specializes in steel aerials with a ‘best in class’ steel structural safety factor of 2.5 to 1 and Severe Service™ chassis with over a million miles of real world testing at some of the largest fire departments in the U.S. KME is dedicated to engineering products that are tailored to meet the needs of each individual fire department.
About REV Group, Inc.
REV Group companies are leading designers and manufacturers of specialty vehicles and related aftermarket parts and services, which serve a diversified customer base, primarily in the United States, through two segments: Specialty Vehicles and Recreational Vehicles. The Specialty Vehicles Segment provides customized vehicle solutions for applications, including essential needs for public services (ambulances and fire apparatus) and commercial infrastructure (terminal trucks and industrial sweepers). REV Group’s Recreational Vehicles Segment manufactures a variety of RVs from Class B vans to Class A motorhomes. REV Group’s portfolio is made up of well-established principal vehicle brands, including many of the most recognizable names within their industry. Several of REV Group’s brands pioneered their specialty vehicle product categories and date back more than 50 years. REV Group trades on the NYSE under the symbol REVG. Investors-REVG
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Julie Nuernberg | Senior Director of Marketing & Communications
OCALA, Fla – June 3, 2024 – REV Specialty Vehicles Segment, which includes fire apparatus manufacturing subsidiary E-ONE, announces Gary Feldmann has been named the vice president and general manager for the E-ONE facilities in Ocala, FL and Hamburg, NY, effective today. Feldmann reports to Mike Virnig, president, REV Specialty Vehicles Segment.
With significant experience in improving operational efficiencies, Feldmann, most recently, was the President and General Manager of the Fruit & Vegetable division for JBT Corporation, a custom solutions primary and secondary processing equipment manufacturer. Prior to that, Feldmann was the Chief Operating Officer at R.A. Jones, a high-speed custom primary and secondary packaging equipment company. Feldmann also spent ten years as the director of worldwide operations at TW Metals/O’Neal Steel. He began his career in various manufacturing manager roles working for Meritor WABCO Automotive, Rockwell Automotive and Emerson Electric Sweco Division.
“Gary is a proven team leader and mentor with an impressive record in improving business operations and workflow processes as well as developing high-performing, collaborative teams,” said Mike Virnig, president, REV Specialty Vehicles Segment. “With E-ONE celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, Gary’s expertise in operational excellence and business development makes him the ideal leader to continue to grow the E-ONE legacy and brand across North America.”
Feldmann holds a master’s degree and a bachelor’s degree in business administration as well as an associate of arts degree in Economics, all from Thomas More College. He is Six Sigma Black Belt trained and has attended the Leadership as Practice (LAP) from London School of Business and the Lead Change Program from IMD Business School in Switzerland.
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About E-ONE, Inc.
Celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2024, E-ONE is a leading fire apparatus manufacturer, making emergency vehicles, rescue trucks, aerial fire trucks, rescue pumpers and custom fire apparatus. Headquartered in Ocala, Florida, E-ONE is an industry leader in product innovations, new technologies and exceeding customer expectations. E-ONE is owned by the REV Group, Inc. (NYSE: REVG).
About REV Group, Inc.
REV Group companies are leading designers and manufacturers of specialty vehicles and related aftermarket parts and services, which serve a diversified customer base, primarily in the United States, through two segments: Specialty Vehicles and Recreational Vehicles. The Specialty Vehicles Segment provides customized vehicle solutions for applications, including essential needs for public services (ambulances and fire apparatus) and commercial infrastructure (terminal trucks and industrial sweepers). REV Group’s Recreational Vehicles Segment manufactures a variety of RVs from Class B vans to Class A motorhomes. REV Group’s portfolio is made up of well-established principal vehicle brands, including many of the most recognizable names within their industry. Several of REV Group’s brands pioneered their specialty vehicle product categories and date back more than 50 years. REV Group trades on the NYSE under the symbol REVG. Investors-REVG
Press Contact:
Julie Nuernberg | Senior Director of Marketing & Communications
BROOKFIELD, Wis – June 3, 2024 – REV Group, Inc. (NYSE: REVG), a leading company that designs and manufactures specialty vehicles, announces Kevin Strudthoff as the new general manager of the Snyder, NE, facility which produces KME, Smeal, and Spartan Emergency Response fire trucks. Strudthoff will report to Mike Virnig, president, REV Specialty Vehicles Segment.
With over 28 years of experience in operations, process optimization, and project management within the manufacturing and logistics sectors, Strudthoff brings a wealth of expertise to the role. Strudthoff joins REV Group from Valmont Industries, where he held various roles of increasing responsibility, most recently serving as senior director of operations for the Western Region of North American Operations. He has a demonstrated track record of leadership and results in operational roles with Katana Summit and BirdDog Solutions.
“With significant experience in the manufacturing sector and streamlining operations, Kevin is well-equipped to enhance the efficiency and productivity of our Snyder, Nebraska facility,” said Mike Virnig, president REV Specialty Vehicles Segment. “We are thrilled to have Kevin join our team and are eager to see his leadership drive the next stage of growth for this site and the fire apparatus brands it produces.”
Strudthoff holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Wayne State University.
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About Spartan Emergency Response
Spartan Emergency Response, comprised of REV Group, Inc. (NYSE: REVG) subsidiaries Spartan Fire, LLC, Smeal SFA, LLC, Smeal LTC, LLC and Smeal Holding, LLC, is a North American leader in the emergency response market and offers brands including Spartan Authorized Parts, Spartan Factory Service Centers, Spartan Fire Chassis, Smeal, and Ladder Tower. Spartan Emergency Response vehicles are well known for safety, quality, durability, aftermarket product support, and first-to-market innovation. The company operates facilities in Michigan, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, and Nebraska.
About REV Group, Inc.
REV Group companies are leading designers and manufacturers of specialty vehicles and related aftermarket parts and services, which serve a diversified customer base, primarily in the United States, through two segments: Specialty Vehicles and Recreational Vehicles. The Specialty Vehicles Segment provides customized vehicle solutions for applications, including essential needs for public services (ambulances and fire apparatus) and commercial infrastructure (terminal trucks and industrial sweepers). REV Group’s Recreational Vehicles Segment manufactures a variety of RVs from Class B vans to Class A motorhomes. REV Group’s portfolio is made up of well-established principal vehicle brands, including many of the most recognizable names within their industry. Several of REV Group’s brands pioneered their specialty vehicle product categories and date back more than 50 years. REV Group trades on the NYSE under the symbol REVG. Investors-REVG
Press Contact:
Julie Nuernberg | Senior Director of Marketing & Communications
BRANDON, S.D. – March 29, 2024 – Spartan Emergency Response, a subsidiary of REV Group, Inc., and leading manufacturer of fire apparatus, announces that Greenwood Emergency Vehicles will represent Spartan in Maine and New Hampshire.
“Over the past 45 years, Greenwood Emergency Vehicles has established a solid reputation for carrying the industry’s leading fire and rescue apparatus,” said Mark MacDonald, president of Greenwood. “We are proud to add the Spartan brand to our product portfolio, so we can give our customers additional options that will be well supported by our team.”
Founded in 1979, Greenwood has decades of experience serving fire and EMS providers across the Northeast. With service facilities in both North Attleborough, Mass., and Brunswick, Maine, Greenwood offers EVT certified technicians and 24/7 support, including mobile service and mobile pump testing. Greenwood has been a longtime successful E-ONE dealer providing the best-in-class sales and service to its customers in Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut.
“We are excited to have the experience and professionalism of Greenwood representing Spartan,” said Chris Wade, Director of Sales, Spartan. “We look forward to their contribution in growing the Spartan brand and serving fire departments throughout the Northeast.”
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About Spartan Emergency Response
Spartan Emergency Response, comprised of REV Group subsidiaries Spartan Fire, LLC, Smeal SFA, LLC, Smeal LTC, LLC and Smeal Holding, LLC, is a North American leader in the emergency response market and offers brands including Spartan Authorized Parts, Spartan Factory Service Centers, Spartan Fire Chassis, Smeal, and Ladder Tower. Spartan Emergency Response vehicles are well known for safety, quality, durability, aftermarket product support, and first-to-market innovation. The company operates facilities in Michigan, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, and Nebraska.
About REV Group, Inc.
REV Group companies are leading designers and manufacturers of specialty vehicles and related aftermarket parts and services, which serve a diversified customer base, primarily in the United States, through two segments: Specialty Vehicles and Recreational Vehicles. The Specialty Vehicles Segment provides customized vehicle solutions for applications, including essential needs for public services (ambulances and fire apparatus) and commercial infrastructure (terminal trucks and industrial sweepers). REV Group’s Recreational Vehicles Segment manufactures a variety of RVs from Class B vans to Class A motorhomes. REV Group’s portfolio is made up of well-established principal vehicle brands, including many of the most recognizable names within their industry. Several of REV Group’s brands pioneered their specialty vehicle product categories and date back more than 50 years. REV Group trades on the NYSE under the symbol REVG. Investors-REVG
Press Contact:
Julie Nuernberg | Senior Director of Marketing & Communications
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