Lt. Chris Freeman from Passaic (NJ) Fire Department sent in these photos of something we will all probably start to see a bit more, roof mounted solar panels. As youContinue readingGoin’ Green
Year: 2009
Nice Track
Engineer Nick Kokias from Eagle River (CO) Fire Dept, Engine 7 sent in these pictures of something he and the crew ran into while wrapping up at a small electricalContinue readingNice Track
Cut Prop 2
Here’s another great idea for a cut prop. This prop was sent in by Lieutenant Jeff Pacia from North Providence (RI) Engine 1. The prop is build out of 2×6Continue readingCut Prop 2
It May Look Like Wood Frame
For many years the old trick of reading the windows to determine the type of building construction was a semi-reliable method. Typically windows in wood frame were found flush toContinue readingIt May Look Like Wood Frame
Cut Prop
This cut station is a simple prop that can be made for less than $100. The prop simulates cutting window security bars, allowing practice using the rotary saw at differentContinue readingCut Prop
Second Floor Access
Chris Wilson from Bloomingdale (IL) Fire District sent in these pictures of an interesting two story residential. Originally they thought this set-up was created during a re-model, however, similar homesContinue readingSecond Floor Access
Interesting Overhang
Here’s another interesting situation recently found on a strip mall. At first glance it appears like a normal strip mall; however a closer look reveals something you may not expect.Continue readingInteresting Overhang
It’s in the Bag
In a post a few weeks ago titled “Set It Don’t Forget It†there seemed to be some misunderstandings on the capabilities of lift bags that we felt should beContinue readingIt’s in the Bag
Happy 3rd Birthday to Us!
It’s that time of the year again, it’s hard to believe that time goes by so quickly. Three years ago this website was created as a neutral, unbiased and un-intimidatingContinue readingHappy 3rd Birthday to Us!
Column Placement
Here’s another brilliant building addition that we recently came across. This was found at the rear of a commercial strip mall style building. Apparently they added an exit for aContinue readingColumn Placement