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Finley the Fire Engine (TV Series 2007– )
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- 2007– 2007–
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- Janet James
- Lee Tockar
- Jay Simon
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- Lee Tockar
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Jay Simon
Tara Strong
- Abigail (2006)…
Teryl Rothery
- Abigail (2006)
Adam Wylie
- Miguel (2006)
Richard Steven Horvitz
- Dex (2006)
Andrew Francis
- Dex (2006)
Carlos Alazraqui
James Arnold Taylor
- Miguel (2006)
Reece Thompson
- Finley (2006)
Andrea Libman
- Isabelle (2006)
Matt Hill
- Miguel (2006)
Kathleen Barr
- Lois (2006)…
Quinton Flynn
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Michael Dobson
- Lyle (2006)…
Chantal Strand
- Jesse (2006)
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Why Are Fire Trucks Red?
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Roberta Wonders, “Why are firetrucks red?” Thanks for WONDERing with us, Roberta!
Did you hear the one about the little girl who called the fire department because her house was on fire? The dispatcher asked how to get to her house, and she replied, “Duh! Big red truck!"
OK…so that's an old joke, but it does reveal a common fact that many people WONDER about: why are fire trucks red? If you ask anyone to color a picture of a fire truck, they'll most likely color it red. Why is that?
One popular answer to why fire trucks are red goes something like this: “Because they have eight wheels and four people on them, and four plus eight makes twelve, and there are twelve inches in a foot, and one foot is a ruler, and Queen Elizabeth was a ruler, and Queen Elizabeth was also a ship, and the ship sailed the seas, and there were fish in the seas, and fish have fins, and the Finns fought the Russians, and the Russians are red, and fire trucks are always “Russian" around, so that's why fire trucks are red!"
Of course, that's just a joke with questionable logic.
The real reason why fire trucks are red remains somewhat shrouded in mystery. There are, however, a few competing theories out there, one of which may contain some or most of the truth.
For example, one theory holds that fire trucks are red, because the earliest fire departments were made up of unpaid volunteers. These volunteers didn't have much money, and red was the cheapest color of paint to use, so they painted their fire trucks red.
A competing theory dates back to the same time when fire departments were composed of unpaid volunteers. According to this other theory, however, there was fierce competition amongst the volunteer brigades of neighboring towns. Because red was the most expensive color of paint, volunteers used red to make their fire trucks stand out as a source of pride.
Of course, these two theories are related but opposite. Another theory holds that fire trucks were painted red to make them stand out from all the other vehicles on the road. In the early 1900s, Ford only offered cars in black, so red fire trucks would be sure to stand out amidst the sea of black vehicles on the road.
Standing out from the crowd is obviously a good quality for a fire truck — or any emergency vehicle — to have. But is red the best color to stand out, especially at night? Experts would say, “No!" Rather than red, studies have shown that yellow or lime green is most easily seen after dark.
Today, red remains by far the most popular color for fire trucks and a variety of other emergency vehicles. However, you will also see many other colors of fire trucks. For example, it's not uncommon to see fire trucks that are white, yellow, blue, orange, green, and even black.
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We hope you enjoyed learning more about fire trucks today! Learn even more when you get a friend or family member to help you check out the following activities:
- Is your home safe from a fire? With the help of an adult friend or family member, give your home a fire safety check-up.
Do you have smoke detectors? Are their batteries fully charged? What about fire extinguishers? Do you know where to go in case of an emergency? Make sure everyone in your household knows where the exits are and what to do in case of an emergency. Share what you learn with someone else! - Have you ever seen a fire truck up close? Now is the time! Ask an adult friend or family member to take you on a field trip to a local fire station. You'll want to contact the fire station in advance to let them know you'd like to visit to learn more about fire trucks and fire safety. Plan a visit and then prepare some questions in advance that you would like to ask the firemen you meet. Have fun touring the fire station and getting to know more about fire trucks!
- Now that you know a bit more about fire trucks, have you ever WONDERed exactly how they work? Do some Internet research by reading through How Fire Engines Work. Write down at least five interesting facts to share with a friend or family member.
Do you see any ways in which fire trucks could be improved? Use your imagination to develop a few possible improvements that could be made to the fire truck. Have fun!
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- http://loldamn.com/siri-why-are-fire-trucks-red.html (accessed 04 May 2020)
- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fire_engine_red (accessed 04 May 2020)
- http://www.rocklandfirefighters.org/? zone=/unionactive/view_article.cfm&HomeID=50076&page=Fire20Department20Traditions (accessed 04 May 2020)
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American Fire Engines: 20+ Brands Reviewed
The Special Fire Engines of the United States of America are a national pride. The vast majority of fire engines are models created by private manufacturing companies exclusively to order. The main feature of such vehicles is that their main or base are civilian vehicles, which are modified by manufacturers specifically to fight fire. The most famous companies that produce special fire equipment in the USA are: Mack, Brockway, Autocar, GVC, Peterbilt, Kenworth, etc.
Classification of fire trucks in the US
Special fire trucks in the US can be divided into two main categories: Classic and Custom.
- Classic . This group includes trucks that have been specially modified and converted to extinguish fires. An example of these vehicles are the Peterbult 330-370 and International 4000-7000 trucks. The machines from the Classic group have a double cab and equipped with an extended chassis.
- Custom . This class consists of cabover vehicles. These cars have a cabin that resembles a wagon and can accommodate 6 to 12 people. For this class, the basic chassis of trucks is also used, but the engine, axles and gearboxes are most often made to order from third-party manufacturers.
An interesting difference between all American cars is their coloring. In the United States, the color of special fire engines is not regulated by the state of the country or even by the state authorities, but by the district.
This explains why in different states, fire trucks and cars are painted in different colors: red, yellow, green, blue and black.
American fire trucks use modern engines that comply with the latest EPA-2010 standards, ESP, ABS, modern electronic tires and other auxiliary elements are also used. The following are the most famous and significant manufacturers of fire engines in the United States of America.
Mack
Mack is one of the oldest and most famous truck manufacturers in the USA. For a long period of time, Mack has been known for its own developments in the fire engine industry. The first model of a complete extinguishing vehicle was released by Mack at 1911 year.
A significant push in the development and distribution of automobiles occurred 45 years later, in 1956, when Mack bought the rights to the C-85. This cabover became the basis for the subsequent legendary C-95 and CF-600. The latter vehicle was considered the most popular fire truck of its day.
(Mack C-85 Fire Truck (1950 - 1989))
The most recent series of fire fighting vehicles, the MS, was produced in the 1990s. The fire chassis was made by Renault, which at the time owned Mack.
Ahrens-Fox - HME
Initially, this company was called Ahrens Manufacturing and began producing fire equipment in the 19th century. In 1887, a machine was produced based on a steam boiler, a few years later, in 1902, a machine was produced in which its own gasoline fire pump was installed to pump water.
Due to financial difficulties, in 1956 Ahrens-Fox was acquired by another well-known manufacturer of fire equipment - Mack. At the same time, in 2002, the manufacturer HME received the right to produce fire trucks on behalf of Ahrens-Fox Fire Engine.
Spectr 1871 base was now the basis for fire trucks, which was completed with different equipment.
(HME Spectr 1871 Fire Truck)
These American fire trucks are distinguished by unusual maneuverability and increased steering angle up to 52 degrees.
Engines, including gas engines, are supplied by Cummins.
The company has its own complete trucks: RAT (Rapid Attack Truck), CAT (City Attack Truck), SilverFox. It was this company that produced the largest 4-axle fire truck, which is equipped with a 12-seat cab and a 500 hp engine.
(HME RAT complete fire truck)
Emergency One
Emergency One or E-One is the youngest company in the fire industry, but already now it is called quite reputable. Now Emergency One is number two in the US and produces 700 fire trucks every year. The company was founded in 1974.
From the very beginning, the company presented itself as a manufacturer of various special fire fighting equipment. The company produces basic fire trucks on different types of chassis: jeeps, commercial vans and heavy trucks. In addition, cabover cars are produced by the manufacturer.
It should be noted that Emergency One produces complete machines with a lower center of gravity.
The manufacturer uses Detroit Diesel engines, whose power is up to 500 horsepower, as well as Allison automatic transmissions.
The company successfully produced cars with autopumps, which belonged to the middle and heavy classes with a capacity of 4200 l / min and 7500 l / min, respectively.
It is in Emergency One that aluminum is actively used for the production of cabins and other body elements.
Two new types of chassis are popular today: Typhoon and Quest. Ferrara Fire Apparatus (FFA) It was founded by Chris Ferrar, who is a big and successful businessman and volunteer firefighter.
In 1998, cars appeared with their own chassis and cab, which was distinguished by an increased glass area. The line of cars was called Inferno. Then Igniter cars began to appear, as well as all-wheel drive 4x4 Inundator.
The following models are currently in production: Intruder 2, Ember, heavy Inferno XD, Igniter XD, Ultra and all-wheel drive Inundator. Interestingly, the manufacturer offers more than 50 different interior trim options for these cars.
(FFA Car Chassis - Ember)
(FFA Car Chassis - Inferno)
(FFA Car Chassis - Igniter)
Pierce
Currently, this company is a leader in the production of special fire equipment. Not so long ago, Pierce turned 100 years old.
In 1979, the manufacturer produced the first fire truck based on its own chassis. The car was called Pierce. After the release of the car, the stage of active implementation of new systems and innovative solutions began.
Pierce has an active export program that has sent about 250 vehicles to Ghana and China.
Today, Pierce is known for its diverse range of fire engines: Saber II, Arrow XT, Impel, Quantum II, Velocity and Dash CF, Suburban, Contender and Responder, and Oshkosh TFTT.
(Pierce Arrow XT Car Chassis)
(Pierce Velocity Car Chassis)
Rosenbauer America own developments in the US fire industry.
The history of the company began with an airport fire truck, then the Viper was released.
Over the years, Rosenbauer America has represented the following models in the US: General, Raptor, Centurion.
A few years ago, there was a new base for the complete Commander fire truck, equipped with an extended cab for 12 people, a 500 hp engine and an Allison 4000 EVS automatic transmission.
Another fresh addition is the T-Rex. The manufacturer unveiled a 32-meter platform lift. The machine is distinguished by the electronic SMART Aerial Controls System, which controls the safety of firefighters on a mission. The platform can support up to 570 kg of weight.
After some time, a similar vehicle appeared, lifting firefighters to a height of 34 meters.
(Car chassis Rosenbauer America - T-Rex)
Seagrave Fire Apparatus
Another not the youngest American company - Seagrave Fire Apparatus appeared in 1881. Initially, she produced ordinary stairs, which quickly became popular. Later, trailers with fire equipment, telescopic high-rise ladders, fire superstructures, pumps, and finally all-wheel drive vehicles began to be produced.
For large and populated cities, special turning and maneuvering vehicles were produced. Later, a whole series of Marauder cars was released, which are bought by the authorities of large American cities.
Today, Seagrave Fire Apparatus is one of the leaders in the production of fire trucks on its own chassis.
(SFA - Force Car Chassis)
Spartan/Crimson
Spartan/Crimson is a rather young major manufacturer of fire fighting equipment in the USA. The company appeared after the bankruptcy of the manufacturer of large trucks.
Snoozle industrial fire engines have been manufactured since the beginning. Later models of complete cars were released.
In 2003, Spartan created another "daughter" - Crimson, which manufactures and sells fire trucks from the Classic, Legend and Star series. The subsidiary also produces retractable ladders and lifts.
And Spartan is now producing full-scale chassis, which are very much in demand among other manufacturers.
In addition to the "bare" chassis, the company is ready to offer models with installed cabins.
(Fire truck 125`Spartan Rear Mount ladder)
Sutphen
For a long time, Sutphen has been producing vehicles based on Intarnational. Later in 1967, the first car ladders were produced on their own chassis.
For a long time, the company has been a leader in experimentation and the first to develop unique innovations.
Developments include commercial chassis, complete tanks, autopumps, Shield and Guardian ladders.
At the top of Sutphen's merits and vehicles are the Sutphen Monarch Heavy Series Fire Trucks.
(Sutphen SP95 Fire Truck)
Alexis
Alexis is a typical family business that started in 1947. Production of fire equipment began in Illinois. The very first development was the American La France tank car.
Until now, in the vast majority of cases, Alexis is doing the rework. The manufacturer offers commercial chassis and complete vehicles.
It is known that Belgian plastic is used in Alexis for its own cars.
(Alexis AFE Demo fire truck)
Crown
In 1904, the Crown company appeared in California, which manufactured buses. Between 1951 and 1985, 1,000 complete Firecoachs were produced by Crown, complete with their own chassis and cabs.
Cars were made from a special steel grade, which had increased corrosion resistance. This is what allows some cars to continue to be in service.
Duplex
Duplex has over 110 years of experience in the production of 4x4 fire trucks. Recently, production has shifted to chassis manufacturing, as competition has increased in the field of all-wheel drive vehicles. Thanks to this, it was possible to establish profitable cooperation with other manufacturers who used the Duplex chassis in their machines.
In 1966, a round cabover cab was created for a fire fighting team. Since 1986, the company has been called Simon-Duplex.
FMC
This company was founded in 1883 and then called John Bean.
The popularity of the company quickly increased due to the release of branded fire pumps, which were widely used in the production of fire engines by other companies.
After merging with other firms in 1928, the company became known as FMC or Food Machinery Corporation. She used her own developments to create lifting mechanisms.
Success came only in 1984, when a budget series of cars was released, which was popular in small towns. Unfortunately at 1990, FMC went bankrupt.
Grumman
Grumman was founded in 1929 by engineer Leroy Grumman. The company is known as a manufacturer of various aircraft and all kinds of instruments for the exploration of the moon. In addition, the Grumman company produced all kinds of buses and vans, which were actively used by the US Postal Service.
In addition, Grumman is a manufacturer of fire trucks: Wildcat, Firecat, Attackcat, Aerialcat. In each of the models, winged metal is used, thanks to which cars are stably used in our time.
From 1992 years old, the production of fire equipment was bought out by another well-known company - KME.
American La France
American La France is another equally old and once sought-after brand that has been in operation since 1873, and since 1907 has been producing its own fire trucks. In 1938, the company released a 4-knee ladder that lifted firefighters and equipment to a height of up to 33 meters. Already in 1939, it produced the first fire extinguishing vehicle, in which the cab was located above the engine. Interestingly, it is American La France that is a conservative manufacturer, which until 1935 years kept the chain drive.
In the 1960s, updated models of fire engines appeared, one of which was first called the "700", and then the Century.
In 1995, the new Eagle series came out, equipped with its own chassis and aluminum cab with a length of 2.4 and 3.7 meters. This modern series of fire trucks was a prominent representative of the classic series.
Later Metropolitan, Freightliner M2 and Liberty cars appeared.
KME (Kovach Mobile Equipment)
V 1946 Kovach Mobile Equipment or KME was formed. Initially, it was a simple workshop for repairing cars, but already in 1970 the first fire units were produced.
Today, Kovach Mobile Equipment is the main supplier of fire trucks to the US Army. The most famous model is the P-18, which was created specifically for use on military airfields. Based on International Paystar (6×6) chassis.
The company now manufactures and offers a variety of fire truck chassis: Panther, Predator III and Severe Service. For export to Latin America, the Motobomba tank truck has been developed.
The smallest are mini-tanks based on small jeeps, while the largest are Legacy and Eliminator trucks.
Hahn
Hahn was founded in Pennsylvania in 1923 and was once considered the largest fire fighting company in the United States. For base cars, personal cabs and chassis were used, which were also purchased by other, smaller manufacturers.
In the 1970s, a 350 hp GM V8 powered ladder appeared.
The company is now dormant since it went bankrupt in 1989, but some of the Hahn machines are still in service.
Maxim
Maxim was founded in 1914 by Maxim Carlton. Once upon a time, Maxim Motor was considered a rival for well-known and large manufacturers Ahrens Fox and American La France. Maxim was considered to produce better products on their bonneted chassis.
The company has been able to maintain the popularity of bonnet models for 25 years.
Then the brand began to lose its initial momentum and by 1990 was closed due to bankruptcy. The most popular model, the 1977 Maxim, was a bonneted model and still serves in some US cities.
4Guys
4Guys is a fire fighting equipment company that quickly entered the market in 1974. The name of this company came from four co-owners who opened a company in Pennsylvania.
The manufacturer specializes in the creation of elliptical tanks.
In addition, both standard cubic tanks and complete fire models on commercial chassis are being created.
Smeal
Smeal is distinguished by its stability and rapid development. The company was founded in 1955 and at that time it specialized in the repair of agricultural machinery. In 1963, they began to repair fire trucks. After some deliberation, the manufacturer created his own fire engine.
Today Smeal produces standard machines: Razor, Volunteer, Urban and Freedom, as well as unusual customer orders.
Based on commercial Spartan chassis.
Pirsch
Pirsch was founded by professional firefighter Peter Pirsch, who designed and manufactured sliding fire escapes himself.
The company started almost 120 years ago and since then, when it comes to ladders, Pirsch immediately pops up in the mind. Manufacturers from this company were the first in the country to use aluminum for the manufacture of stairs. In addition, they were the first to teach the use of a closed cabin in fire engines and the first to come up with a trailed hydraulic ladder.
The last fire truck was produced in 1987.
Ward La France
Ward La France is an example of the most famous of all the failed firms. Founded in 1916, the company was engaged in the production of a wide variety of commercial vehicles, vans, tractors and even trolleybuses. In 1931, the first fire truck was produced, and by the middle of that century, the company had created a large number of commercial chassis for various types of fire trucks.
P-80 Ambassador is one of the most famous models, which appeared in 1968. Unfortunately, the production was not cheap and therefore by 1979 the company went bankrupt and stopped producing fire engines.
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15
1.20.3 performance at water temperature 165 ° C, at least
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2.
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3.0/4,0
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1.20.5 Productivity at water temperature not more than 115 °C, not less than
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4.0
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1.20.6 POWERS on the output pipeline at a water pace of water, not more than 115 ° C. at least/no more than
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1.6/4.0
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