Photos From Firehouse Expo Central-EMS World-Enforcment Expo Dallas TX 9-29-10

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Yesterday, I had the oppurtunity to attend the Firehouse Central/EMS World/Enforcement Expo in Dallas. It was a really good idea combining all three events, seemed to work very well. Some really neat products out there, and it's been a while since I've been to a trade show. It was also nice because all the attendees were in the field, and it really wasn't anything like Baltimore or Harrisburgh, etc. I know many of you have been to trade shows this summer and probaly have seen this all already.

I also made a couple of stops along the way. Depending on how Madeleine wants to behave today, I'll try and get some photos posted in this thread at different times throughout the day, so STAY TUNED TO THIS THREAD for more photos. I'll merge all photos into this post once I am done posting/

First up, stop at Dallas Fort Worth Airport Station 5 for a visit and to take a couple of photos. DFW Fire-Rescue not only provides ARFF protection, but all structural related incidents, rescue, etc. DFW is gigantic and is a city within itself:

Engine 53, 2009 Pierce Velocity PUC. A duplicate unit for Engine 63 is currently at the Pierce dealer getting ready for delivery. Also, this engine will become a diecast model from TWH collectibles available this later this fall.

Dallas PD has gone with a new paint scheme and lettering starting with this 2010 Dodge Charger Police Package:

Wheeled Coach has developed this "Cool Bar", which intergrates the AC unit and emergency lighting. Pretty neat idea.

Dallas Fire-Rescue has taken delivery of this Supervac Large area ventilation fan model SVU-50, which is used to ventilate large structures:

More info on this:

http://www.supervac.com/productdetails.asp?productid=152

Dallas PD has this rather unique light setup on the back of it's Tahoe's.

New Orleans EMS will be taking delivery of ten (10) of these 2010 Ford F-450 Super Duty/Medtec's:

ASAP Vehicles has this 6x6 All Terrain Vehicle outfitted for wildland fire response and EMS on display:

This "extrication cart" from TNT Extrication Tools was on display, pretty neat concept:

Crestline Ambulance of Canada is trying to make a big push into the US market:

Dallas FD Shops has this Pirsch Tiller out sunbathing:

Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) EMS Trauma 1 (have more details shots I will share in a seperate thread later)

Braun's massive "Patriot" ambulance concept, which combines a fire suppresion system, automotive extrication equipment, and an ambulance onto a Spartan chasis. Too much in one if you ask me for an ambulance:

"Miller Coach" has made a return to the ambulance market with this 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Type II:

Ford and Spartan had this 2010 Ford Transit Connect on display as a non-emergency transport ambulance (more in a later thread):

Dallas Fire-Rescue Hazmat Battalion:

Dallas FD Staff/Admin Chief are assigned Ford Escapes:

My favorite kind of stretcher, I thought they were discontinued. These were very popular in California. Also, UMDNJ I believe used them, they are great for tight urban buildings.

Westlake, TX is set to take delivery of this 2010 Ford F-450/Wheeled Coach

The US Marshall's Service has this GIGANTIC Incident Response Vehicle on a Kenworth T-800 chasis. This was the best shot I could get, it was a crowded area. And the US Marshall's have some serious equipment! Sorry for the lousy shot, you can kind of make it out in the background.

Demers Ambulances "Enhanced" Ford Econoline grill:

Inside the Demers Dodge Sprinter Type II Van (this one was built for Acadian EMS)

One of Dallas FD's ladders they are in the process of disposing of:

Another shot of DFW Engine 53:

EMS "Vending Machine"

Dallas Fire Rescue Haz Mat 3

Spartan/SVI

Lights, Lights, and MORE lights!

Dallas FD USAR Battalion Car 812

2009 Chevrolet Suburban

Parkland Hospital ER bay, doesn't look much different then when JFK was brought there after being shot.

And, yes, this is where the Parkland Burn Forumula comes from..

Dallas Fire Rescue HazMat Support 3

2010 Ford F-650

From the National EMS Museum.

And the new "Dallas Style" bumper....found on all new Engine and Truck deliveries.....

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Seth, I should have some better shots of that US Marshals Kenworth that I have yet to post from July. My Advisor has some too, I'll get them up soon.

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Good stuff Seth. The Braun Patriot; you mentioned a fire suppression system, can you elaborate?

That stretcher you pointed out looks very practical, especially for elevators and stairwells.

How would the extrication tools cart be deployed? Looks pretty heavy. Need a lift to let that down off the rig, or does it tow behind...(oh my goodness, we ain't got no brakes!)

Who can afford a Mercedes powered EMS vehicle?

Thanks for sharing the shots.

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Who can afford a Mercedes powered EMS vehicle?

The Benz ambulance is the same chassis as the Dodge Sprinter Van only with upgrades under the hood from what I am told. I have seen the Benz van as an ambulance in Lancaster, PA some number of years ago.

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Good stuff Seth. The Braun Patriot; you mentioned a fire suppression system, can you elaborate?

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This explains it better then I can:

http://www.braunambulances.com/products/products-detail.php?cart=34169545403439&n=home&sku=patriot

How would the extrication tools cart be deployed? Looks pretty heavy. Need a lift to let that down off the rig, or does it tow behind...(oh my goodness, we ain't got no brakes!)

I think it may just be a concept right now, but intergrate into a rescue truck with a ramp, and be self powered with remote control. This allows it to get close to a scene that the rescue can't, and also have the tools right at your fingertips.

I wish I got more information.

Who can afford a Mercedes powered EMS vehicle?

It's actually the same as the Dodge Sprinter and the Freightliner Sprinters. These (Mercedes) are used commonly throughout Europe for ambulances. My thoughts are when Chrysler had the meltdown, all the companies that broke off took the Sprinter van and put their nameplate on it. They've have Merceds engines in them for a while.

From my understanding, and BNechis can correct me, Miller was a top of the line ambulance at the time. They used Cadillacs. I guess this is the modern version

Thanks for sharing the shots.

My pleasure, I'm glad you liked them as I had fun taking them for you guys. If you or anyone else has any questions feel free to ask!

Seth, I should have some better shots of that US Marshals Kenworth that I have yet to post from July. My Advisor has some too, I'll get them up soon.

Thanks!!