New England Fire/Rescue/EMS Expo 2010

[SteveOFD 176]

Anyone going to this years New England Fire/Rescue/EMS Expo in West Springfield, MA. The Expo will be this coming Fri. 6/25 9A-4P, Sat. 6/26 9A-3P, & Sun. 6/27 9A-2P. I went last year for the first time and was impressed with the amount of apparatus and equipment on display. Here is a list of Exhibitors from last years Expo.

[JM15 386]

Any idea on admission price?

[SteveOFD 176]

Any idea on admission price?

According to this page, just like last year it is $10 entry and $5 for parking. I went on Saturday last year and it took me two hours to get there.

[Mark Z 18]

Saturday the 26th! Anybody else going?

[SteveOFD 176]

I will be taking the ride up on Saturday.

[x129K 1,393]

Is this something kids would enjoy?

[SteveOFD 176]

Is this something kids would enjoy?

Yeah, if they are into Fire Trucks. Here is a link to last year's Expo with pictures. There are about 50 - 75 apparatus, along with vendors from fire equipment (thermal imagers, lighting, etc.) to buff stuff (t-shirts, scale models, etc.) It took me about three to four hours to walk around the show, but I was talking to exhibitors and taking pics. No one says you have to look at everything. Bring the kids they will enjoy it, maybe not the ride to get there, but definately the show.

[x129K 1,393]

Yeah, if they are into Fire Trucks. Here is a link to last year's Expo with pictures. There are about 50 - 75 apparatus, along with vendors from fire equipment (thermal imagers, lighting, etc.) to buff stuff (t-shirts, scale models, etc.) It took me about three to four hours to walk around the show, but I was talking to exhibitors and taking pics. No one says you have to look at everything. Bring the kids they will enjoy it, maybe not the ride to get there, but definately the show.

Thanks....I just might tommorow....the ride isnt bad - under 2 hours from our house...I shoot an archery tournament there every winter in one of the expo halls....it's pretty badass...

[FiftyOnePride 100]

Our 51-11 will be making a stop there, albeit unlettered, but still there in Rosenbauer's spot on the show floor. A few people who have gone in previous years loved going...

[SteveOFD 176]

Thanks....I just might tommorow....the ride isnt bad - under 2 hours from our house...I shoot an archery tournament there every winter in one of the expo halls....it's pretty badass...

It's two hours for me too.

[SageVigiles 1,194]

I'll be there Saturday.

[IzzyEng4 427]

I went up today, kinda mall this year I though but always good. I did get some pictures and I'll post them up later. Got shots of Bucannan's rescue and Katonha's new pumper.

[SteveOFD 176]

Anyone going Saturday let's meet at the Main Gate (where you fill out your entry info and pay the entry fee) at 11AM. This way we can put a name together with a face. I will be wearing a black Honeywell hat. See you tomorrow.

Edited June 25, 2010 by SteveOFD

[lad45der 78]

The best part of this event is going to Mardi Gra's after the show OR if your a real buff you skip the show and go straight to Mardi Gra's..

Umm Firetrucks and Boobs life is good!!.

[SageVigiles 1,194]

I'd be all over it if I didn't have a mandatory Explorer job tomorrow night.

[SteveOFD 176]

Better late than never, but here are pic's from this year's show.

Boston, MA E37 KME

Boston, MA E37 KME

Boston, MA E22 KME LED "scene" light

Buchanan, NY R26 Spartan/EVI

Buchanan, NY R26 Spartan/EVI

For such a "short" rig this rig has lots of "stuff" in it.

Buchanan, NY R26 Spartan/EVI

Buchanan, NY R26 Spartan/EVI

Buchanan, NY R26 Spartan/EVI

This Spartan Furion chasis surprising has "alot" of room inside for six people. Definately worth looking into.

Buchanan, NY R26 Spartan/EVI

Buchanan, NY R26 Spartan/EVI

Katonah, NY E115 Smeal

Katonah, NY E115 Smeal

Katonah, NY E115 Smeal

Katonah, NY E115 Smeal

Katonah, NY E115 Smeal

Katonah, NY E115 Smeal

Katonah, NY E115 Smeal

Yonkers, NY L72 Spartan/Smeal

Stamford, CT R1 HME

Stamford, CT R1 HME

Stamford, CT R1 HME

Pierce Contender "top mount"

Pierce Contender "top mount"

Pierce Contender "top mount"

Pierce Contender "top mount"

interesting "brush guard" around this light bar on a Firematic BRAT

interesting "brush guard" around this light bar on a Firematic BRAT

Sandy Hook, CT Pierce Rescue Engine

Sandy Hook, CT Pierce Rescue Engine

check out the "mirror" finish on these doors!

Sandy Hook, CT Pierce Rescue Engine

check out the "mirror" finish on these doors!

Sandy Hook, CT Pierce Rescue Engine

check out the "mirror" finish on these doors!

Sandy Hook, CT Pierce Rescue Engine

check out the "mirror" finish on these doors!

interesting use of chevrons on this slide out tray

"Rescue Me" L62 Pierce

"Rescue Me" L62 Pierce

"Rescue Me" L62 Pierce

try reading this "Keep Back 500 Feet" sign from that distance

[antiquefirelt 994]

Great pics. Sorry I missed the show this year, it's always nice to see new layouts, innovative apparatus ideas and tool mounting options. I'm surprised at the "mirror finished" doors on Sandy Hook's engine. I'd think that approaching motorists would be a hazard for personnel as driver's may "lose" their vision from the glare/reflection. Not to mention just the bouncing emergency lights and such typically found on scene would be further reflected. I do like he chevron cover tool board.

[IzzyEng4 427]

Sorry all, totally forgot about posting my pics. Steve's got the same one's as me except for the cheerleaders!!!! LOL