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New Industrial Firefighting Products
Akron Brass has unveiled its new Style 3530 Elevated Manual Monitor for industrial fixed-site applications. Made with corrosion-resistant materials throughout, the new 3350 is available in 10-, 15-, and 20-foot heights. With a flow rate up to 750 gpm, it features an optimized nozzle design with trouble-free pattern actuation, an integral stream shaper, and excellent reach (235 feet at 750 gpm). For rugged reliability, it has a maintenance-free rotation joint design. A five-year warranty is standard.
The company has also introduced its new generation Style 3528 Omega XP monitor. For marine and industrial environments, the Omega XP has durable brass construction for corrosion resistance and cast-in turning vanes for more efficient flow (maximum flow is 1,250 gpm). It features an enhanced design for less tip weight, which translates into lower handle operating force. Additionally, a unique locking mechanism provides the means to hold the desired monitor position. A five-year warranty is standard. (For more information: www.akronbrass.com, 800-228-1161.)
Improved CAFS Technology
Waterous recently announced the release of its new Advantus™ foam management system. The Advantus uses conductivity technology to deliver a precise ratio of foam and water for accurate and reliable compressed air foam (CAFS) performance.
Using proven conductivity measurement technology to accurately balance foam concentrate with water, the Advantus is able to sample the water and, subsequently, the foam solution, to maximize efficiency. It optimizes foam usage through sample measurements. Regardless of the water supply and foam concentrate being used, Advantus will make the appropriate adjustments to deliver the most effective and economic foam solution, even in ultra-low-flow conditions.
Advantus also features advanced engineering. Its manufacturer says that the foam pump design allows proportioning of higher-viscosity foam concentrates and features a more durable construction that prevents damage from corrosion or impurities in the foam concentrate supply. (For more information: www.waterousco.com or call Steve Toren at 651-450-5038.)
Training Tool Saves Water
FD Training Systems has developed the Fire Engineer Training Simulator. The flexibility of the simulator allows it to be used for basic pump operations to the most complex multiline scenarios, such as hose ruptures or partial losses of water supply.
The Fire Engineer Training Simulator is capable of being connected to any pumping apparatus and allows pumping of hundreds of thousands of gallons of water, which is captured and reused — virtually eliminating wasted water. The simulator is controlled by two computers that capture and record flow and pressure data. That data can be printed out for the pump operator and instructor to review.
Fire Engineer Training Simulators are currently available only for purchase and/or lease through FD Training Systems Inc. (For more information: www.fdtrainingsystems.com; 817-219-2354 or 817-578-1224)