KME TO SHOWCASE FIRE APPARATUS AND NEW TECHNOLOGY AT FDIC 2023 by Julie Nuernberg | Apr 24, 2023 | KME, REV FIRE GROUP, REV SPECIALTY VEHICLES SEGMENT HOLDEN, LA – April 21, 2023 – KME, a subsidiary of REV Group, Inc., and a leading manufacturer of fire...
HOLDEN, LA – April 20, 2023 – Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc., a subsidiary of REV Group, Inc., and leading manufacturer of custom-built, heavy-duty fire apparatus, will exhibit the latest in fire apparatus and technology, including a new TDA and Vector, the all-electric fire truck, at FDIC International (Fire Department Instructors Conference) in Indianapolis, Indiana from April 27-29, 2023.
In celebration of first responders and in keeping with the theme “Protecting Those Who Protect Us,” REV Fire Group will host a happy hour and live walk around of the Tractor Drawn Aerial on Thursday with Jeremy Donch from National Fire Radio and Steve Crothers from TractorDrawnAerial.com.
REV Fire Group’s Vector™ will return to FDIC, allowing attendees to see the first North American-style fully electric fire truck. With its 327 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of proven automotive-grade batteries, Vector delivers the longest electric pumping duration in the fire industry, accomplishing all driving and pumping tasks exclusively on electrically generated power. The design also features low battery cell placement, offering a safer, lower center of gravity for enhanced stability while operating.
Also featured will be a cross section of the fire apparatus that showcase Ferrara’s “Take Command” stance at Booth #3701, including two aerials and two custom pumpers. The trucks on display will include:
FC-94 Top Mount Pumper from Chitimacha Fire Protection District: Specs include a 102” wide extruded aluminum body, full height rescue style compartments, 1,000-gallon tank, 1500 GPM pump, and a wheelbase of 212”.
Inferno® Tractor Drawn Aerial: Built on the Inferno SMFD chassis with flat roof, 24” front bumper extension, 4-section heavy duty aerial with 100’ vertical reach and 92’-10” vertical reach and 500 lb dry top load, and a 360-degree trailer wheelbase.
Walk-In Heavy Rescue from Washington D.C. Fire & EMS Department: Featuring a 2-Door Ferrara Ultra XD stainless steel cab with flat roof and 96” wide stainless steel walk-in rescue style body with bench seating, auxiliary walk-in heating/AC system, custom compartment shelving/trays, Command Light LED light tower, dual onboard generators, Hannay electric rewind cord, air and hydraulic reel, a REV HRT 4-tool hydraulic rescue tool power system and customer designed onboard communications system.
Inferno HD 100 Platform from DePere (WI) Fire Rescue: Featuring an Inferno LFD chassis with flat roof, this aerial features a 102” wide extruded aluminum body, three-section heavy duty aerial with a 1,250-pound dry tip load, a 300-gallon water tank and 1,500 GPM pump, and an overall length of 48’9”.
Igniter Custom Pumper from Glenrock (WY) Fire Department: Designed on an Igniter LFD chassis with 21” raised roof, this unit features an enclosed top mount pump panel, 1,500 GPM pump, 1,250-gallon water tank, full height rescue style compartments and a Harrison 10KW generator.
REV Fire Group will also offer a special FDIC promotion on the Active Air Purification System, which eliminates 99 percent of pathogens, including the virus which causes COVID-19, in the air and on surfaces. Two units will be given away through a drawing on Friday and Saturday. Attendees can also receive 10% or $150 off their order for these units.
“Ferrara is a leader in the industry with custom-built fire apparatus designed to meet today’s demanding conditions,” said Mike Virnig, President of REV Fire Group. “We look forward to seeing you at FDIC and are excited to share with you the latest in fire trucks and innovations.”
To see all the Ferrara apparatus and Vector at FDIC, visit Booth #3701.
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About Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc.
Ferrara, a subsidiary of REV Group, 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 REV Group, Inc.
REV Group companies are leading designers and manufacturers of specialty vehicles and related aftermarket parts and services. Our companies serve a diversified customer base, primarily in the United States, through three segments: Fire & Emergency, Commercial, and Recreation. They provide customized vehicle solutions for applications, including essential needs for public services (ambulances, fire apparatus, school buses, and transit buses), commercial infrastructure (terminal trucks and industrial sweepers) and consumer leisure (recreational vehicles). REV’s diverse portfolio is made up of well-established principal vehicle brands, including many of the most recognizable names within their industry. Several of our brands pioneered their specialty vehicle product categories and date back more than 50 years. REV Group trades on the NYSE under the symbol REVG.
BRANDON, SD – April 19, 2023 – Spartan Emergency Response, a subsidiary of REV Group, Inc., and leading manufacturer of fire apparatus, will offer the latest innovative products and technologies – including Vector™, the first North American-style fully electric fire truck – at FDIC International (Fire Department Instructors Conference) in Indianapolis, Indiana from April 27-29, 2023.
REV Fire Group’s Vector is returning to FDIC, allowing attendees to see the first North American-style fully electric fire truck. With its 327 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of proven automotive-grade batteries, Vector delivers the longest electric pumping duration in the fire industry, accomplishing all driving and pumping tasks exclusively on electrically generated power. The design also features low battery cell placement, offering a safer, lower center of gravity for enhanced stability while operating.
Spartan Emergency Response will have multiple fire apparatus on display including the 107’ Rear Mount Aerial with Smart Reach® Multi-Stance® technology. Featuring the patented Smeal™ ladder and outrigger control system, it offers a 360-degree, no dead-zone functionality that can be adapted to the scene while maintaining full reach, and access to real-time data. The Multi-Stance technology allows operators to set the outriggers to any reach that the fire scene will accommodate. The Smart Reach control console also offers electric and hydraulic aerial controls, giving users the ultimate in smooth operation.
Other Spartan Emergency Response apparatus on display will include:
Top Mount Pumper from Rising Sun Fire Department, Indiana: Built on a Spartan Metro Star® Chassis, this pumper features a 1500 GPM pump, 1000-gallon tank, black Speedliner pump panel, and internal right side ladder storage.
Side Mount Pumper from Kyle Fire Department, Texas: Equipped with the Advanced Protection System® and 1500 GPM pump, this pumper features a Metro Star LFD chassis, 750-gallon tank, 30-gallon foam cell, FoamPro 2001 foam system, and 21” severe duty front bumper.
107’ Smart Reach Aerial from Harrisburg Fire Department, North Carolina: Features 12’, 14’, or 16’ Outrigger Spread with Multi-Stance Technology, 100’ horizontal reach, 2,000 GPM pump, 500-gallon tank, and 20 percent grade fore/aft leveling capabilities.
100’ Rear Mount Platform from Greenfield Fire Department, Indiana: Built on a Spartan Gladiator® LFD chassis with torque box storage for 129’ of ladders, 98’ horizontal reach, 1250 lbs. dry / 500 lbs wet unrestricted tip load, 12.5” extended front bumper and left and right-side EMS compartments with exterior hinged access doors.
As part of this year’s theme of “Protecting Those Who Protect Us,” REV Fire Group will offer a special promotion at FDIC on the Active Air Purification System, which eliminates 99% of pathogens, including the virus which causes COVID-19, in the air and on surfaces. Attendees can register for a drawing with a chance to win a free unit for their department and receive 10% or $150 off their order for these units.
“We are committed to delivering new and innovative products that protect communities,” said Mike Virnig, President of REV Fire Group. “That’s why we are excited to showcase the 107 Smart Reach aerial, the all-electric Vector and the Active Air Purification system.”
REV Fire Group will host a happy hour and live product walk-arounds from 2-4 p.m. on Thursday and Friday of the conference, including live interviews with National Fire Radio.
Visit Spartan Emergency Response at Booth 4200 for the latest products and technologies available for the fire industry.
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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 three segments: Fire & Emergency, Commercial, and Recreation. They provide customized vehicle solutions for applications, including essential needs for public services (ambulances, fire apparatus, school buses, and transit buses), commercial infrastructure (terminal trucks and industrial sweepers), and consumer leisure (recreational vehicles). REV Group’s diverse 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
OCALA, FL – April 18, 2023 – E-ONE, a subsidiary of REV Group, Inc., will introduce the new Defender Type III Urban-Interface Pumper at FDIC International (Fire Department Instructors Conference) in Indianapolis, Indiana, April 27-29, 2023; Booth 4200.
The new E-ONE Defender Wildland Pumper is built for the most challenging situations. With the ability to pump and roll at the same time, it stands strong at the edge of communities threatened by wildfire, helping to divert fire away from people and property.
REV Fire Group’s Vector™ will return to FDIC, allowing attendees to see the first North American-style fully electric fire truck. With its 327 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of proven automotive-grade batteries, Vector delivers the longest electric pumping duration in the fire industry, accomplishing all driving and pumping tasks exclusively on electrically generated power. The design also features low battery cell placement, offering a safer, lower center of gravity for enhanced stability while operating.
In celebration of first responders and in keeping with the theme “Protecting Those Who Protect Us,” REV Fire Group will host a happy hour and live product walk-arounds from 2-4 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, including live interviews with National Fire Radio.
Attendees can also expect to see a cross section of the fire apparatus that highlights E-ONE’s “Strength Through Excellence,” at Booth 4200, including two aerials, two custom pumpers and the new Defender Wildland Pumper. The trucks on display will include:
Defender™ Type III Urban-Interface Pumper: This unit features full height/full depth rescue style driver and officer side compartments, rear enclosed ladder for 20’ ladder, 500-gallon water tank and 20-gallon external foam tank, 500 GPM 2-stage high pressure PTO pump, and Weldon V-MUX multiplex electrical system with LCD display.
95 Platform: This proven design performs with a narrow stabilizer spread, expansive compartment space, easy to use SideStacker® hosebed and criss-cross under-slung outriggers with an industry-leading 40-second jack deployment system. It also features a center mounted tunnel with 99’ of ground ladders.
HR 100 Ladder: The E-ONE HR 100 Tandem Axle Quint features a 100’ vertical reach, 500 lb. tip load ladder with 1500 GPM pump, 500-gallon tank and SideStacker hosebed, all packaged on a tandem rear axle chassis with angle-cut rear body corners.
Typhoon® Low Hosebed Pumper: This extruded aluminum low hosebed body features full height driver and half height officer side compartments. The Typhoon 74” extruded aluminum cab features a severe duty interior, seating for 6 and transverse full heigh rear exterior compartments. It has a 1500 GPM pump, 750-gallon water tank and a foam system with 30-gallon foam cell.
Typhoon Custom Pumper with Stainless Steel Body: This unit features a Typhoon 58” extruded aluminum cab with 12” vista roof, severe duty interior and a low hosebed stainless steel body with driver side full height compartments. It features an enclosed ladder tunnel for 48’ of ladders, 1500 GPM pump and 550-gallon water tank.
REV Fire Group will also offer a special FDIC promotion on Active Air Purification Systems, which eliminates 99% of pathogens, including the virus which causes COVID-19, in the air and on surfaces. Two units will be given away through a drawing on Friday and Saturday. Attendees can also receive 10% or $150 off their order for these units.
“We are excited to feature a great line-up of industry-leading, mission-critical vehicles at FDIC,” said Mike Virnig, President, REV Fire Group. “The E-ONE display will showcase our new Urban-Interface pumper and our versatile aerial products as well as the industry’s leading technology to support our first responders in accordance with our theme of Protecting Those Who Protect Us.”
Visit E-ONE at Booth 4200 for the latest products and technologies available for the fire industry. Learn more at e-one.com/fdic-2023/
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About E-ONE, Inc.
E-ONE is a leading fire apparatus manufacturer, making emergency vehicles, rescue trucks, aerial fire trucks, rescue pumpers and custom fire apparatus, and has produced more than 28,000 vehicles delivered around the world. Headquartered in Ocala, Florida, E-ONE is an industry leader in product innovations, new technologies and exceeding customer expectations. E-ONE is owned by REV Group (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 three segments: Fire & Emergency, Commercial, and Recreation. They provide customized vehicle solutions for applications, including essential needs for public services (ambulances, fire apparatus, school buses, and transit buses), commercial infrastructure (terminal trucks and industrial sweepers), and consumer leisure (recreational vehicles). REV Group’s diverse 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
BROOKFIELD, WI – April 17, 2023 – REV Group, Inc. (NYSE: REVG), a leading company that designs and manufactures specialty vehicles in the fire & emergency, commercial and recreation industries, announces the promotions of Mike Virnig and Andy Thompson to lead REV Fire Group.
Effective immediately, Virnig assumes the role of President, REV Fire Group, replacing Dan DesRochers, and will oversee fire apparatus brands E-ONE®, KME®, Ferrara™, Spartan Fire Chassis™, Spartan Emergency Response®, Smeal™, and Ladder Tower™. He has been the Vice President, Global Sales and Marketing for REV Fire Group since 2018. With remarkable knowledge and an impressive commercial track record in the fire apparatus industry, Virnig will report directly to Mark Skonieczny, Interim President and CEO of REV Group. He previously served as the Vice President of Sales for Spartan Emergency Response, General Manager for Rush Peterbilt California and has owned multiple companies throughout his career.
Thompson will serve as Chief Operating Officer of REV Fire Group, managing manufacturing operations across all brands. Thompson joined REV Group in 2021 as Vice President of Operations, bringing his extensive experience in manufacturing operations, supply chain, and Lean/Six Sigma methodologies to the REV enterprise. Most recently Thompson served as Interim Vice President and General Manager of the Holden fire manufacturing facility, where he helped increase plant efficiencies and throughput. Prior to joining REV Group, Thompson was the Senior Director of Operations at L3 Harris Technologies and held progressive roles within Gleason Corporation and IMI plc.
“REV Fire Group has tremendous opportunity to continue its leadership in innovation and safety technology while delivering against strong demand,” said Mark Skonieczny, Interim President and CEO, REV Group. “Mike and Andy have a proven track record of commercial and operational performance within the fire industry to unlock REV Fire Group’s full potential; we are excited for the future under their leadership.”
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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 three segments: Fire & Emergency, Commercial, and Recreation. They provide customized vehicle solutions for applications, including essential needs for public services (ambulances, fire apparatus, school buses, and transit buses), commercial infrastructure (terminal trucks and industrial sweepers), and consumer leisure (recreational vehicles). REV Group’s diverse 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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