Lemons in the Fire Truck Industry?

August 15, 2012 By
At HME we build safe, quality fire apparatus - not lemons!

At HME we build safe, quality fire trucks - not lemons!

At HME we’re dedicated to building the best fire trucks possible. HME Fire Apparatus aren’t  just designed smart and built tough, but are made to deliver dependable service and the highest level of performance and safety possible. HME fire trucks are engineered and manufactured, down to the last detail, nut, bolt, durable stainless steel panels and electrical systems, to protect communities, property and the lives of the firefighters and crews that operate them. Read More…

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HME is on the way to FDIC 2012

March 26, 2012 By
HME Boot the the 2011 FDIC

The HME Booth at the FDIC in 2011. Expect some big surprises in 2011, including the release of the new HME Scorpion. This year visit us at booth #9434. Be one of the first 100 visitors and receive an official HME Scorpion™ souvenir.

It’s time once again for the FDIC,  beginning this April 16th, 2012, at the Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. If you haven’t attended the FDIC (Fire Department Instructors Conference) before, it is the largest fire fighter training conference of its kind in the world. It’s a week filled with hands-on training, classroom sessions, and a chance to meet and see all of the top manufacturers and suppliers in the industry today. We’re exited about this year’s FDIC with an HME line-up you won’t want to miss, including the unveiling of our newest fire apparatus, and one of the most innovative and forward thinking designs in the fire industry in decades, the HME Scorpion™. Read More…

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HME at Center of Firehouse World Exposition

March 5, 2012 By
HME CAL Fire 34C

This HME 34C CAL FIRE Initial Attack Truck is destined for duty in Riverside County after the conclusion of this year's 2012 Firehouse World Exposition in San Diego, California.

HME was quite literally at the center of the 2012 Firehouse World Exposition in San Diego, positioned in Booth #1537. With such a central location, at the hub of the San Diego Convention Center, action swirled around HME fire trucks during the five day show which concluded this February 23rd.

This year’s Firehouse World Exposition drew over 5,000 visitors – including firefighters, friends, family and spectators. In addition to the display of the latest in fire apparatus and equipment, the Firehouse World Exposition also offered a wide range of hands-on training exercises as well as seminars.

In addition to HME 34C fire trucks (pictured above), destined for CAL FIRE service with Riverside County and Anaheim fire departments, HME also featured its affordable SilverFox™ Custom Pumper, HME Type I Interface, and the versalite HME Type 6 MUV.

If you’re interested in learning about more about HME CAL FIRE trucks and other great HME fire apparatus built for battling wildfires in the wild, wild west take a look a these past HME blog posts here and here.

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Robert McGrath Returns to Duty as Fire Chief in Stratford, Connecticut

January 9, 2012 By
Fire Chief Robert McGrath

Newly named Stratford Fire Chief Robert McGrath

Only months after retiring from the Stamford Fire Department, in Stamford, Connecticut, Robert McGrath has returned to active duty as the Fire Chief of the Stratford Fire Department, in Stratford, Connecticut. After serving in the Stamford Fire Department for 41-years, and in the past 11-years in the capacity of Stamford Fire Chief, McGrath made the move only a few miles away to Stratford, Connecticut this past September.

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Michigan Firemen’s Memorial Festival 2011: A Made-In-Michigan Success Story

November 23, 2011 By
Michigan Firemen's Memorial Festival

Spectators move in for a closer look at a replica of the Fireman's Memorial Statue at the Roscommon Fire Training Grounds.

The Michigan Firemen’s Memorial Festival has been celebrating the lives, bravery and dedication of Michigan Firefighters for 32 years. This year’s 2011 Festival drew thousands of visitors from across the country, and around the world, for its traditional memorial services, parades, demonstrations and exhibition of Made-In-Michigan fire apparatus at the Roscommon Fire Training Grounds, formerly the Roscommon Fairgrounds. The Michigan Firemen’s Memorial Festival is a place where firefighters, their families, friends and community can join together to remember and honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the protection and safety of their fellow man. Read More…

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HME Fire Trucks: Built Tough. Built Safe. Built So Everyone Goes Home At The End Of The Day.

October 19, 2011 By
Fire Truck Flips in Indiana City Accident

This 2007 HME Pumper was broadsided by a squad car and flipped through the air. Its construction, seat belt mandate and a Clean Cab's Initiative protected the crew from serious injury.

The scenario fire fighters dread more than any other is being delayed on their way to a fire or emergency – or in the worst case scenario not being able to make it there at all. The possibility of danger or an accident is potentially waiting around every turn and at every traffic light when a fire truck is speeding to a fire or rescue. Even with today’s highly advanced technologies in traffic control, accidents can still happen. That’s why HME is committed to designing and building the toughest, most dependable and safest fire apparatus available in the industry today. Because sometimes there a moments in time where accidents appear to be unavoidable.

Clay Territory Fire Truck 243 in German Town Fire House

The same Clay Fire Territory HME Pumper prior to the crash at its German Township Fire Station.

 

On September 15, around 6 p.m., in Clay Township, Indiana, fate and circumstances collided at the intersection of Juniper and Cleveland streets. A Clay Fire Territory HME Pumper was heading to a call in Harris Township and was traveling through the intersection at the same moment as a Roseland squad car was answering a call to a nearby automobile accident. Read More…

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Catch The New HME Red Fox for Affordable Performance and Quality

September 13, 2011 By

HME Red Fox

The HME Red Fox taking a moment to rest in its natural habitat.

HME is proud to announce the release of its all new HME Red Fox™. If you haven’t already heard about the HME Red Fox before and have not had a chance to view the new HME Red Fox video that’s now available for viewing on the HME YouTube Channel,  here’s an opportunity to “catch” all the great performance features and quality of this great new fire truck from HME in just a few short and entertaining minutes. Read More…

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HME Hometown Heroes: GRFD Video Series Targets Fire Prevention And Safety

June 1, 2011 By
The GRFD HME Rescue Pumper Fire Engine #5

GRFD Monroe Avenue Station HME Pumper Rescue Engine #5 recently caught on scene protecting life and property in the North East section of Grand Rapids, Michigan.

At HME we’re dedicated to building innovative fire apparatus designed to serve the specific needs of individual fire departments to protect lives and property. While great fire apparatus play an important part in fighting deadly and damaging fires, in our cities and communities, it’s important to remember that sometimes the best line of defense against fire is prevention – and being ready with a good plan.

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