HME: A Century of Engineering Innovation

March 11, 2013 By
HME Tilt Cab Engineering, another industry first.

HME Tilt-Cab Engineering was a fire industry first in 1983.

HME has provided the heavy-duty transportation industry and the fire industry with a 100-years of forward-thinking engineering firsts. From founder Magnus Hendrickson’s ground-breaking axle and suspension innovations in 1913, the first  tilt-cab design for a fire apparatus in 1983, to the introduction of the first Compressed Natural Gas Fire and Rescue truck, and touch-screen pump valve technology and tandem-steer and dual axle drive aerial designs in 2012, HME continues to lead the industry with innovations and technology that have changed the direction of fire apparatus engineering and design today. Read More…

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HME Storage Solutions to the Rescue

March 7, 2013 By
HME Storage Solutions

A new HME Fire Truck shows off its expansive storage capacity with a variety of shelving and drawer options

HME engineers and designs storage solutions to maximize capacity for equipment, gear, hoses and tools, as well as improving crew efficiency. Be sure to take an inside look into the innovations and progress HME has made in optimizing storage and performance, as well as the impact it’s making on today’s Heavy Rescue and Rescue Pumpers where specialized storage solutions are so critical. It’s all coming in the next HME Pumper Press. Read More…

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HME Scorpion Strikes Back in HME Two-Minute-Drill Video

March 5, 2013 By

Take a quick ride with the HME Scorpion™ in another new HME Two-Minute-Drill video. It’s as fast and exciting as the HME Scorpion is in action. The first tandem steer axle and dual drive aerial in the fire industry, the HME Scorpion offers exceptional maneuverability, safety and enhanced capability along with a number of industry-first-innovations in technology and engineering. See other HME Two-Minute-Drill videos, along with the full-length HME Scorpion video on the HME YouTube Channel. Read More…

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HME MiniMax Debuts in HME YouTube Video

December 4, 2012 By

The HME MiniMax™ has recently  made its video debut on the HME YouTube Channel. Find out how HME engineers have expanded the capacity and capability of traditional mini-pumpers without sacrificing the maneuverability and economy that have been the mainstays of mini-pumper designs for over 40 years. Read More…

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The 2012 HME Fab Five

October 2, 2012 By
HME Silver Fox on country road

The HME Silver Fox is one of America's favorite fire trucks. Dependable performance, value and a proven safety record are just some of the reasons why. But is it an HME Fab Five in 2012?

While HME produces a wide range of fire apparatus to meet every need for every fire department around the world, five HME Fire Trucks stood out as fan favorites in 2012. We like to call them the HME Fab Five. Is your favorite HME Fire Truck on the list? If it’s not, let us know! Read More…

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The HME Scorpion Strikes in Newly Released Video

June 6, 2012 By

The new HME Scorpion™ full-length video is now up for viewing and sharing on the HME YouTube Channel. Not only will you feel like you’re riding along on this unique, tandem steer axle and dual rear drive 104′ Platform aerial, through our multiple camera angles, you’ll also get to meet one the scariest and creepiest stars of a fire apparatus video in the history of the industry - face-to-face! Watch it now - and hang on to your seat!

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Evolution of the Mini-Pumper: A Closer Look at the HME MiniMax

May 31, 2012 By
HME MiniMax™

Introducing breakthrough innovation and engineering for mini-pumper performance: the new HME MiniMax™

The new HME Mini-Max™ brings a new level of performance and fire suppression capability and power to the world of standard mini-pumper design. Introduced to the industry at FDIC 2012, the HME MiniMax sparked a flurry of interest throughout the show. This innovative and affordable solution hit the mark for budget minded fire departments looking for a way to sustain protection and service for their communities in today’s economy. Read More…

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The HME Scorpion comes alive and is ready to strike!

April 12, 2012 By
HME Scorpion Symbol

The new HME Scorpion™ is ready to strike at this year's FDIC.

The HME Scorpion is just a few days away from being unleashed at this year’s FDIC. Make sure you’re there for the unveiling of this breakthrough in engineering, design, and innovation from HME. Be one of the first 100 visitors to the HME Booth #9434 and receive a free HME Scorpion™ Souvenir. Until then, enjoy this fun and exciting HME Scorpion™ introduction trailer.

 

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HME Scorpion™ Ready To Strike At FDIC 2012

April 2, 2012 By

HME Scorpion Symbol

The new HME Scorpion™ is ready to strike at this year's FDIC.

No one, and we mean no one, except the designers, engineers and builders at HME have seen the new HME Scorpion™. By looking at our friend above do you have any idea what kind of fire apparatus the Scorpion™ could be? It has eight legs and it’s quick,  maneuverable and has the ability to scurry into places where other fire apparatus of its kind just can’t go. It also has a “stinger” that can strike out at long range and it’s wrapped in one tough and durable body. Any idea? Well those are all the clues you’re getting … for now. Stop back later, as we get closer to show time to find out more about this exciting new design from HME. 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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