Initial Attack

How to Choose Your Firefighting Nozzle and Hose

During a hose and nozzle demonstration, you have one goal: find the right solution for your fire department. You can expect your sales rep to guide you through the selection process with expert insight and advice. Everyone will conduct their demonstration a little bit differently, but in general, they should all start with the nozzle. […]

Does an Unassisted Fire Monitor Mean Fewer Firefighters?

“The Blitzfire does not need to be attended during operation. Are you saying we need fewer firefighters on the fireground?” One of the Blitzfire‘s many features includes the ability to be set the unit up and let it operate unassisted. Some models can even oscillate without assistance. This feature does not mean you need fewer […]

What is the difference between blue and red on your Mid-Force firefighting nozzle?

The MID-FORCE Nozzle is an automatic flow, dual pressure fire nozzle with a switch on the baffle that moves it from red mode to blue mode. In this video, Brian “Pods” Podsiadlik explains what this switch does, what red and blue means, and gives examples of when you might use each mode. What is the […]

9 Common Questions, If You’re Considering an Automatic Firefighting Nozzle

Automatic nozzles are a relatively new technology to the firefighting scene, compared to traditional fixed flow or selectable nozzles. You’ve probably heard at least one of the following about automatic nozzles… “You can’t tell what you’re flowing, if you’re using an automatic nozzle.” “Automatic nozzles need calibrated and it’s a PITA to make sure they’re […]

How do you limit flow issues during gated wye operations?

It is no secret that you can encounter flow issues and increased reaction force when you shut down a line during gated wye operations. So, how can you limit flow issues with this setup? Working Fire Fixed Flow Nozzle with Pressure Relief  The Working Fire nozzle is unique due to its pressure relief feature. This […]

How the Working Fire Nozzle Detent Prevents Unintentional Fog Pattern

  Have you ever unintentionally moved your nozzle out of straight stream? The Working Fire nozzle helps you stay in straight stream and pack your gear away however you want.   Standard Straight Stream Indicator Ring and Detent  Every Working Fire nozzle is built standard with a straight stream indicator ring. This allows you to […]

Working Fire: Stainless Steel Ball Valve & Replaceable Valve Seat

https://vimeo.com/manage/videos/428540969 The Working Fire Fixed Flow nozzle with pressure relief is built standard with a 1-3/8” diameter stainless steel ball valve and a field-replaceable valve seat. These two elements bring quality and simplicity to the nozzle while it helps you manage nozzle reaction during moments of increased GPM. Stainless Steel Ball Valve  The standard stainless […]

How Does Your Firefighting Nozzle Affect Impact Force?

In the fire service, it is often believed that a smoothbore has the highest impact force or that it is the hardest hitting nozzle. You may love a good smooth bore, but did you know that impact force doesn’t actually depend on the type of nozzle?   Which Firefighting Nozzle Has the Highest Impact Force?  […]

What is the best firefighting nozzle?

With hundreds of models of handheld fire hose nozzles from which to choose, the choice can be confusing and the decision making process often frustrating. Before investigating which nozzle may be an ideal choice for initial attack fire flow operations, one basic factor  must be considered before all others: Determining the agency’s target fire flow will be critical to the overall […]

How Does an Automatic Firefighting Nozzle Work?

Sketched on a napkin in 1968, the automatic fire nozzle is the youngest nozzle type you’ll encounter in the fire service. So, how do they work and what makes them “automatic?” Let’s find out! What is an Automatic Firefighting Nozzle?   An automatic nozzle is a variable flow, constant pressure firefighting nozzle. This means that […]