Pierce™ Dispatch Episode 3: Pumper Overview

Welcome to the third episode of the Pierce™ Dispatch, hosted by Pierce, where we ignite conversations about trends, innovations and the future of fire apparatus. In this episode, we invite Pierce’s Lead Fire Suppression Product Specialist, Aaron Zak. We compare different pumper designs, what approaches are taken to order a pumper and discuss stand-out designs.
Date Aired: 03/29/2024
Featuring: Host Dan Meyer & Pierce’s Lead Fire Suppression Product Specialist, Aaron Zak
Guest:
● Aaron Zak is Pierce’s Lead Fire Suppression Product Specialist. He works closely with Pierce suppliers that support the suppression industry. He also contributes to business development efforts to continuously improve our services to those on the frontlines in the fire industry. Outside of Pierce, he is a volunteer firefighter for the Village of Greenville Fire Department. Following in the in the steps of his many family members, the fire industry runs deep in his roots.
Key Takeaways:
In this episode, we discuss pumpers including:
● What is the purpose of a pumper?
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● What are the important factors to consider when designing a pumper?
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● What is the difference between all the different types of pumpers?
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● Foam systems on pumpers.
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● Pierce PUC™ Pump
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● Where is the best starting point when designing a pumper?
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● How do pumpers compare across various climates?
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● How to design compartmentation on a pumper?
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● Why some pumpers carry rescue equipment and others do not?
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● Pump panel design
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● Industrial pumper
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● Tankers
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Resources Mentioned:
● Pierce Manufacturing Website: For detailed information on fire apparatus and more on Pierce Pumpers.
● Pierce Dealers: For information about how to connect with your local pierce dealer, visit our website under “Find a Dealer”
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Apparatus Mentioned:
● Chevron Phillips Chemical Co - Pasadena- Velocity® Pumper - www.piercemfg.com/customers/n...
● Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LP - Velocity Pumper - www.piercemfg.com/customers/n...
Join us as we continue to bring together customers, industry professionals and Pierce experts in future episodes, providing a platform for insightful discussions on the advancements and challenges within the firefighting community.
Whether you’re in the market for the latest in fire apparatus technology, or just passionate about the firefighting community and its evolution, this episode of Pierce™ Dispatch is for you.
For any feedback, questions or to subscribe, visit the Pierce™ Dispatch page.
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Chapters:
0:11 - Aaron Zak introduction
1:39 - Volunteer Firefighter
3:58 - Why order a pumper
4:40 - Mini Pumper
6:12 - Municipal Pumper
7:24 - Industrial Pumpers
9:19 - Pumper Tanker
10:05 - Tanker Pumper
12:35 - Pierce PUC™ Pump
12:24 - What to consider when selecting a pump
16:10 - Heavy-Duty Rescue Pumper
17:19 - How to design an apparatus for the future
19:16 - Truck Committee preparation
23:03 - Foam Systems
24:009 - Pump location
26:41 - Pump panel layout
30:28 - Industrial Pumper for Chevron Phillips Chemical Co.
32:49 - Aaron’s dream build

[@PaulDarley-qy4ob]

Well done Aaron! We are proud to partner with you.

[@stevenshepard4553]

Great listen and loved all the info!!! You guys have the coolest job!!!

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⭐ Promo'SM