We are continuing our look at engine company operations with getting water to and on the fire. Last time we looked at the steps taken and needed for getting water from the hydrant or water supply to the truck. As basic as this skill is, it is a vital skill to know and to be proficient with so

By Mark van der Feyst

One of the most important factors of engine company operations is the advancement of the hoseline when a fire attack is required. Whether it is an interior or exterior attack, advancing the hoseline requires finesse and efficiency to ensure that the hose is pulled o

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James Brooking bought a second-hand Lofrans Royal windlass but it was completely seized – so he brought it back to life in his workshop at home

Part of PBO’s DIY from Home series: browse all related ‘in the workshop’ articles here

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The first fire department in the county was the Mount Airy Fire Company which got its start as a hook, ladder, and bucket company in 1891. They grew over time, adding hose reels, water pumps, and later a horse to draw them. In December 1917 the town purchased an American LaFrance fire truck. T

A 63-year-old man was rescued by Baltimore County emergency personnel after being trapped in the mud up to his waist on the Northern Central Railroad Trail in Cockeysville, according to the volunteer firefighter association.

The man, who lives near the trail, was fishing Thursday morning

Acura announced the return of its venerated Integra at Monterey Car Week nine months ago, and the joy could be heard from the throats of fans the world over. The Japanese brand has been holding onto this nameplate for 22 years, and finally, it’s back. Acura essentially created this segme

Digitized and automated manufacturing is making strides in the world of medical manufacturing, evidenced by recent systems put into production lines during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Given the rigorous standards regulating medical device manufacture, the data-centric Industry 4.0 environment

Ask anybody whose spent time standing in front of a mill or lathe and they’ll tell you that some operations can get tedious. When you need to turn down a stainless rod by 1/4″ in 0.030″ increments, you get a lot of time to reflect on why you didn’t just buy the right si

Substance used for grinding, honing, lapping, superfinishing and polishing. Examples include garnet, emery, corundum, silicon carbide, cubic boron nitride and diamond in various grit sizes.

Fluid that reduces temperature buildup at the tool/workpiece interface during machining. Normally