OCALA, Fla – April 7, 2025 – REV Fire Group, which includes REV Group, Inc. fire apparatus brands E-ONE®, KME®, Ferrara™, Spartan Fire Chassis™, Spartan Emergency Response®, Smeal™, and Ladder Tower™, will showcase 14 of the latest in fire apparatus innovation and design including the Vector® pumper, the first North American-style all-electric fire truck, during FDIC International (Fire Department Instructors Conference) in Indianapolis, Indiana from April 10-12, 2025.
“FDIC is a key event for our REV Fire Group brands, allowing us to highlight what makes each of our brands unique and demonstrate how the apparatus can address the specific needs of fire departments to best serve and protect their communities,” said Chris McClung, vice president, REV Fire Group. “We’re excited to connect with our customers and introduce new fire departments to the innovative fire apparatus from REV Fire Group.”
In celebration of first responders and in keeping with the theme “Protecting Those Who Protect Us,” REV Fire Group will host its popular “REV It Up Series” on Thursday and Friday at 12:00pm. This will include the REV It Up Product Review with live product walk-arounds, including interviews with National Fire Radio.
Back by popular demand is the “Tiller Time Miller Time” Happy Hour at 2:00pm on Thursday and Friday which focuses on Tractor Drawn Aerial products, including this year’s new E-ONE TDA for the Jersey City (NJ) Fire Department.
The REV It Up Happy Hour at 2 p.m. April 10 will include a toast and celebration of the 50th anniversary of Spartan Fire Chassis, including a highlight of top innovations and recognition of longtime employees and customers. On display will be an All-Wheel-Drive Equipped chassis.
As part of the REV Innovation Showcase, the Charlotte (NC) Fire Department’s new all-electric Vector pumper will be on display at FDIC, and Roger Lackore, REV Fire Group’s Senior Director of Product Development, will be on hand to discuss its many features and answer questions.
REV Fire Group representatives will be present to discuss the unique features of each of the fire apparatus on display during the conference.
Visit the following REV Fire Group booths in Exhibit Hall H:
Friday, April 11: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday, April 12: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
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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 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. – December 17, 2024 – Smeal SFA LLC, a subsidiary of REV Group, Inc., and a leading manufacturer of fire apparatus located in Snyder, NE, is pleased to announce the Pueblo Fire Department in Colorado has taken delivery of a Smeal 125’ Rear Mount Aerial which was sold by Smeal dealer Mile-Hi Fire Apparatus, Inc.
“We were honored to partner with Pueblo Fire Department and Mile-Hi Fire Apparatus in producing this fire apparatus,” said Nick Hummel, director of sales, Spartan Emergency Response. “The 125’ Rear Mount Aerial with its four-section ladder design, 750-pound tip load and 13’ short jacking capability is a great addition to Pueblo’s fleet that will help it to better serve its residents and community.”
Key features of the Smeal 125’ Rear Mount Aerial include:
Spartan Gladiator chassis
Cummins X15 565 HP engine
LH Mid Cab EMS Locked Compartment accessible from outside/inside
Large Transverse compartment with roll-out tool storage each side
Street and Curbside Receiver for 9,000 lb. winch for technical rescues
Blue Rung Lights
445 cubic feet of compartment storage
Custom striping to represent Pueblo’s Military Veterans
Believed to be the tallest aerial in Colorado, this apparatus expands the department’s response package, according to Fire Chief Barbara Huber. “It allows us to have a bigger reach for some of our high rises, and also allows us, for rescue purposes along the river, to be able to reach certain things,” Huber said. “So, it creates a diverse response for us.”
For more information, visit https://spartaner.com/brands/smeal/.
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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
Media Contact:
Julie Nuernberg | Senior Director of Marketing & Communications
SNYDER, NE – August 29, 2024 – Smeal Holding, LLC, manufacturer of fire apparatus including aerials and part of REV Group Inc., is commemorating that its 1,000th 105’ aerial apparatus has been completed at its facility in Snyder, NE.
The 105’ Rear-Mount Aerial was built for the City of Wilmer (TX) Fire Department and is the first Smeal fire apparatus the department has ordered. The aerial has a unique cutout with illuminated ladder signs.
In 1964, Smeal Holding, LLC, built its first aerial apparatus, a 52’ ladder on an IH 1600 chassis with an extended cab for the Snyder Rural Fire District to support fighting grain elevator and chimney fires. This vehicle is currently on display at the Nebraska Firefighters Museum & Education Center in Kearny, NE.
“The entire Smeal team is proud to have accomplished this incredible achievement,” said Kevin Strudthoff, general manager for Smeal. “Smeal has a long heritage of designing and building robust and quality custom fire apparatus, and we are delighted that our 1,000th 105’ aerial to roll off the line is for a brand-new customer; a sign of Smeal’s enduring legacy!”
Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists, Inc., based in Houston, TX, is The Smeal dealer working with the Wilmer Fire Department.
Over the past 60 years, Smeal has built aerials for the rural and metro markets as well as large city and urban fire departments, including FDNY and the U.S. Army, and has even built aerials for countries outside of the U.S. including Chile. Smeal’s wide range of aerial product lines runs from the 75’ Rear-Mount Ladder to the 125’ Rear-Mount Ladder as well as its 100’ Rear-Mount and 100’ Mid-Mount platforms. The brand is also known for its premium apparatus including the Side Mount and Top Mount Custom Pumpers and the Wildland Urban Interface Engines.
For more information on Smeal, visit https://spartaner.com/brands/smeal/
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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
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
OCALA, Fla – April 11, 2024 – REV Fire Group, which includes REV Group, Inc. fire apparatus brands E-ONE, KME, Ferrara, Spartan Fire Chassis, Spartan Emergency Response, Smeal, and Ladder Tower, will showcase sixteen of the latest in fire apparatus innovation and design including the Vector pumper, the first North American-style all-electric fire truck, during FDIC International (Fire Department Instructors Conference) in Indianapolis, Indiana from April 18-20, 2024.
“FDIC is an important show for all of our REV Fire Group brands – we get to showcase what sets our brands apart from each other and how our apparatus can help meet a fire department’s exact needs to best serve and protect their community,” said Mike Virnig, president, REV Specialty Vehicles Segment. “We’re looking forward to talking with our current customers and introducing potential new customers to REV Fire Group’s fire apparatus innovation.”
In celebration of first responders and in keeping with the theme “Protecting Those Who Protect Us,” REV Fire Group will host ‘REV It Up Coffee and Conversation with FDIC Live’ each morning, and ‘REV It Up Happy Hour’ and live product walk-arounds on Thursday and Friday, including live interviews with National Fire Radio. This will include Tiller Time Miller Time on Thursday which focuses on Tractor Drawn Aerial products.
As part of the Vector showcase segment, featured guests will include Division Chief Rob Anselmi of the Toronto Fire Department, whose Vector will be on display at FDIC, and Assistant Chief James Johnson of Mesa Fire & Medical Department, which has a Vector in its current fleet. Both will discuss their experiences with Vector.
REV Fire Group representatives will be present to discuss the unique features of each of the fire apparatus on display during the conference.
Visit the following REV Fire Group booths in Exhibit Hall H:
REV Fire Group Booth #4200
E-ONE Booth #4401
Ferrara Booth #3701
KME Booth #3901
Spartan Emergency Response Booth #4301
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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 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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