There’s a good chance you haven’t given much thought to how the electronics in your firefighting equipment work. Once installed, your electric appliances do what you need them to, and you never have to consider how the appliances are communicating with your vehicle and other devices. Every piece of electronic equipment uses a protocol, or […]
12 Questions to Ask About Your Portable Monitor Are you checking out different portable monitors and trying to choose the best one for your needs? Are you just diving into the world of ground monitors? If so, you’re probably wondering about safety, personnel requirements, and other elements that can help you make the best choice. […]
Are you evaluating new firefighting nozzles for your crew? Are you completing NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) tests on your nozzles? When you do either of these activities, you know that having the best, most accurate information is necessary. You’ve probably heard someone mention the use of a pressure gauge and water flow meter for […]
Imagine this: You and your crew just wrapped up months of research, comparisons, and testing to find the perfect firefighting nozzles. After carefully weighing all the options, you've made your selection and placed the order. And guess what? Today is the day you receive the delivery! Getting new equipment is always exciting, but here's the […]
Low friction loss, versatile travel limits, and a stationary base make Flex best in class for your firefighting operations If you’re looking at the Flex Monitor, you’re probably checking out different features to see if it meets your needs. Here are three of our favorites that can make it a top-notch option as your fixed […]
A fixed flow nozzle gives you a single flow capacity on the fire ground. These nozzles can be combination, giving you a straight stream and fog pattern option, or not. Smooth bores are one type of fixed flow nozzle, but not every fixed flow nozzle is a smooth bore. We talk about Smooth Bore nozzles […]
The selectable firefighting nozzle is a handline nozzle capable of giving you flow options on the fire ground. If you are wondering how they work and whether it is right for you, keep reading! What is a Selectable Nozzle? A selectable nozzle is a firefighting nozzle with multiple flow options available to you. Your […]
The automatic nozzle is the youngest fire nozzle design on the market. The design for it was sketched on a dinner napkin in 1968 by Clyde McMillan, the founder of Task Force Tips. McMillan developed the nozzle to make your job as a firefighter easier and safer. There are a lot of opinions out there […]
For over a century, the smooth bore nozzle has been a cornerstone of firefighting, providing reliability, simplicity, and unmatched performance on the fireground. As technology advances, this classic tool remains highly regarded, thanks to its ability to deliver a powerful, solid water stream with minimal effort. But what makes the smooth bore nozzle so enduring […]
One-piece and two-piece nozzles have long been used in firefighting, providing effective solutions for various situations. As you explore your nozzle options, it is important to recognize the distinctions between these two types of nozzles and the benefits and disadvantages they offer in different firefighting scenarios. Let’s dive into the advantages and disadvantages of each. […]
When making the push, you know your hose and nozzle need to complement each other. So, what are hose manufacturers and nozzle manufacturers seeing in today’s purchasing environment? We talked with Joey Hayes of Key Hose about current trends and how to make the best hose and nozzle package for your needs. Joey […]
If you are considering a nozzle change, you might be wondering about the costs you can expect. Many people will expect the cost of buying nozzles. Are you thinking about other costs that may be associated with evaluation and implementation of the new nozzles? In this article we are going to cover five costs you […]
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