BIDDEFORD, ME: Sterling Rope has introduced their second generation escape system descender. The FCX descender (Fast Control Xcape). The FCX auto locking descender is improved, with the key feature being an Anti-Panic handle. Other features include elevated side rails, improved design for rapid horizontal movement, cam provides superior braking and spring-loaded handle for improved operation. It …
Firefighter Escape Systems anchor hooks have evolved since the introduction of the Crosby S-360 anchor hook. Most hooks now come with “hitching slots” located on the spine. Most would agree that this is an improvement because in theory, a user can more easily do a “tie off” through the hitching slot as opposed to tying a …
Newark Fire Department’s “Probationary Firefighters” class received training of Firefighter Escape Systems. The training was provided by All Hands Fire Equipment & Training, based out of central New Jersey. 41 recruit-firefighters received the training on Tuesday, January 6 at Newark Fire Department’s Orange Avenue training facility. The recruits attended a classroom session which introduced them …
