Drones are increasingly marking their mark on fire service by providing real-time situational awareness, mapping the fire perimeter, identifying hot spots, and much, much more. They've been utilized to varying degrees in first responder scenarios of all kinds in recent
Tis the season for ice rescues to become a concern for many departments. The logistical challenges of water and ice rescue are many, and managing them safely and effectively, particularly if it's not something your department has to deal
We know the choices for Thermal Imaging Cameras can seem confusing and overwhelming, and we have a whole team of reps that are happy to help you make the decision that's right for your department. Until we get a
The adage in the fire service when it comes to stretching lines to the fire building is: “Nozzle and coupling to the point of entry”. This has stayed consistent for quite some time and is still effective today. Let’s discuss
Leatherhead Metals started in January of 2017 by firefighters to address the need for a more durable helmet shield for the Illinois Fire Service Institute Hands On Training (HOT) Instructors in Champaign, IL that can withstand the high heat
*This post is a general guide for hood cleaning considerations and may not be compatible with every manufacturer's recommendations. Each hood manufacturer will have their own set of recommendations. Please refer to the guide
Gift giving season is upon us! While the joy of giving is a reward, the tasks of choosing what to give is the challenge. For that hard-to-buy-for, hard-working fire service person, Dinges Fire Company is here to help. Here is
One of the committees directing the business of a fire department is the Foreign Fire Insurance Tax Board or FFIB. Known by other names like Foreign Fire, 2% Board, 2% Fund, etc., this group determines how best to utilize the
Dinges Fire Company is thrilled to have brought a number of new manufacturing partners to the table in recent months, including BadAxx, BullitUSA, and most recently, Anderson Rescue Solutions, to meet the complex needs of the departments we work
