American Fire Station

This red-hot tribute delivers the fascinating history of fire stations and the unique culture that surrounded them, from 1880s stables filled with horse-drawn fire wagons through the advent of 'modern' styled stations of the late 1960s. The story of how fire-station design and fire-engine design effected each other is told through the use of historical black and white and modern color photography of restored stations, vehicles, and equipment. See how fire engines, firefighters, and their gear evolved in The American Fire Station. Sftbd., 10' x 10', 176 pgs., 71 b&w ill., 151 color.

Saulsbury Fire Rescue Apparatus 1956-2003 Photo Archive

Known in the fire apparatus industry for innovation and high quality craftsmanship, Saulsbury Fire and Rescue Apparatus is a true American success story. Founded in 1956 as a small, local builder of apparatus, the family owned business began to grow during the 1960s and 1970s as more and more area departments began ordering their new apparatus from the company because of their superior craftsmanship and attention to the customer's requirements. Over its 47+ year history, the company built numerous unusual and interesting trucks, most of which are included in this book. High quality photos and informative captions illustrate Saulsbury's unique and interesting designs. Paperback - 10-1/4' x 8-1/2' - 128 pages - 121 b/w

Volunteer and Rural Fire Apparatus Photo Gallery

Witness the enormous variety of volunteer fire apparatus built in 20th century America. Small towns and rural fire departments relied on fire apparatus built on commercial truck chassis such as Ford, Chevrolet, Dodge and International. The chassis would then be sent to a builder who would outfit it with pumps, hosebeds, ladder racks, etc. Some departments even did the outfitting themselves. See them all in this fascinating collection of flaming photos! Sftbd., 8 1/2'x 11', 224 pgs., 400 b&w ill.

Navy and Marine Corps Fire Apparatus : 1836-2000 Photo Gallery

Rare and fascinating photos of Navy and Marine fire apparatus used at shore installations worldwide. Filled with horse-drawn vehicles, early motorized fire trucks, unusual vehicles built for special operations, commercial and custom chassis and military fire department 'built' trucks. See structural pumpers, aerial ladders, water tankers, brush trucks, airfield rescue fire fighting vehicles, and remote controlled robots built by US and worldwide manufacturers including American LaFrance, FWD, Mack, Peter Pirsch, Seagrave, Darley and others. Paperback - 8-1/2' x 11'- 224 pages - 400 b/w

Heavy Rescue Trucks : 1931 - 2000 Photo Gallery

For more than a half-century, heavy rescue trucks have played a vital role in plucking hapless souls from such precarious situations as fires, auto accidents, floods, and other disasters. This comprehensive history uses a collection of 400 factory and on-scene photographs to examine and depict the evolution of these life-saving vehicles and their specialized equipment. The book features rigs from early builders like Gerstenlager, Swab, and Reading, along with modern trucks from well-known companies like E-One, Pierce, Saulsbury, and Supervac. The trucks are shown in both small towns and major metropolitan areas across the United States. Paperback, 8-1/2 x 11, 224 pp, 400 b/w

JERSEY SHORE FIRE APPARAT

Subtitled: Classics thru the 60's. Pull up your bunkers, put your helmet on, and step on the siren for a one-of-a-kind ride into the history of Jersey Shore fire apparatus. The story starts in 1908, when the first motorized fire apparatus arrived on the New Jersey shore. Learn all about these unique vehicles and enjoy the beautiful photographs of them in action, at the fire house, and in festive summertime parades. Sftbd., 8 1/2 x 11, 96 pgs., 115 b&w ill., 110 color.

Imperial Fire Apparatus : 1969-1976 Photo Archive

Imperial was a unique fire apparatus company in that within its first 2 years in existence it manufactured, sold and delivered a complete line of fire apparatus. View the complete line including brush trucks, mini-pumpers, pumpers (both custom and commercial), tankers, snorkels and aerial ladders. Informative text and captions include a brief company history, as well as, delivery schedules and cost where available. About The Author: Gergel has given 29 years devoted service to Ward LaFrance. Gergel served as the company's President from 1973 until the company was sold to North Street Associates on in 1975. He became President again in 1977, where he remained until 1980 when he left to become division Manager of Mack Fire Apparatus. While at Ward, he served in Engineering, designing and styling the 'Firebrand' and Ultra-Vision' units, moving through sales engineering to Sales Manager, where he was responsible for developing a national sales dealer network. Then to Vice-President Sales where is credited for selling the first Lime yellow apparatus to Executive Vice President an then to the Presidency, negotiating an $18.4 million contract with the Royal Kingdom of Morocco. While serving as President designed and styled the 'Patriot' Gergel became a member of America's Young Presidents Club at age 39. He also served in industry associations, FAMA (Fire Apparatus Manufacturers Association) and FEMSA (Fire & Emergency Manufacturers & Service Association), and most currently is a member of SPAAMFAA (Society for the Preservation and Appreciation of Antique Motor Fire Apparatus). Hardcover - 10-1/4' x 8-1/2' - 128 pp - 121 b/w

Encyclopedia of Canadian Fire Apparatus

A complete encyclopedia of every Canadian Fire Apparatus Company of the 20th century. Each company is listed alphabetically and its apparatus is documented in text and high quality photographs. There have been over 20,000 pieces of fire apparatus built in Canada, and every manufacturer is documented here. Includes Allain,  Almonte, Amertek, Anderson, Bickle and Bickle Seagrave, Carl Thibault, Ft. Garry, Hub, King and King Seagrave, LaFleur, LaFrance, Marsh, Maxi Metal, Metalfab, Phoenix, Pierreville, Superior, Thibault, Tibotrac, Waltek and more. An essential reference tool for every fire apparatus buff and historian.

Hahn Fire Apparatus : 1930-1990 Photo Archive

Hahn was a medium size manufacturer of durable, reliable fire apparatus. Similar to Crown fire apparatus but with an East Coast focus. Unlike many other smaller manufacturers, Hahn produced its own custom chassis as well as building on other manufacturers chassis. Its chassis was also used by other small truck manufacturers. Hahn made a variety of apparatus, from tractor-drawn ladder trucks, to rear mounted aerials. Hahn's designs were very unique and identifiable. Very little has been published on Hahn in the past. This book uses previously unpublished photographs, many factory delivery shots, to document the story of Hahn from its inception to its demise. Paperback, 10-1/4 x 8-1/2, 128 pp, 120 b/w

Pirsch Fire Apparatus : 1890-1991 Photo Archive

The first book published exclusively on fire trucks produced by the Pirsch Company of Kenosha, WI. Best known for the invention of the world's first all-powered aerial ladder, the Pirsch Company also produced a variety of fire trucks. From hand-drawn ladder wagons in the 1800s to modern day diesel powered pumpers and aerial ladders. The factory produced thousands of trucks for fire departments, military and private fire brigades all over the world. See some of Pirsch's unique apparatus including: a pumper built to travel on railroad tracks; and a huge smoke ejector built on a custom built chassis. Factory photos show the different types of fire equipment and trucks produced on both custom and commercial chassis. Paperback, 10-1/4 x 8-1/2, 128 pp, 120 b&w

W. S. Darley and Co. Fire Apparatus : 1908-2000 Photo Archive

Unique in the fire apparatus industry, Darley is a family-run business that manufacturers its own pumps and assembles complete fire apparatuses. Follow the story of the Darley company from its beginnings as a municipal supply catalog company through the development of its first pumps and present-day fire apparatuses. Sftbd., 10 1/4 x 8 1/2, 128 pgs., 120 b&w ill.

Aerial Fire Trucks

Take an illustrated, historical look at the fire trucks that elevate water and firefighters via hydraulic platforms and ladders at a fire scene, the aerials. Inside is a comprehensive look at all manufacturers of aerials through text and captions that give you a brief overview of early aerials, then concentrates on the trucks in use today (1950 to 1999). Photos show fire trucks in action, in posed shots, and details of their equipment. Sftbd., 8 1/4 x 10 5/8, 128 pgs., 40 b&w and 80 color ill.

Fire Chief Cars 1900-1997 Photo Album

When responding to an emergency in the early 1900s, the fire chief rode in a horse-drawn buggy. In some fire departments today the chief's car is still referred to as the 'chief's buggy.' Coverage in this book begins with those early buggies and highlights the various automobiles, light trucks and mobile command posts used throughout the 20th Century. Filled with dozens of archival photographs. Sftbd., 10 1/4'x 8 1/2', 112 pgs., 112 b&w ill.

Fighting Fire Trucks

Follow the flashing lights and wailing sirens, grab a hand-line or a pike pole, and get ready to discover the up-close and on-the-scene action of Fighting Fire Trucks! Larry Shapiro offers this colorful look at the many different types of fire trucks in use today, including pumpers, aerials and tankers, and the personnel who man them. Filled with details of specialized rescue squads, foam and forest fire units, and a full chapter on airport fire fighting. See them in the heat of the action! Sftbd., 8 1/4'x 9', 96 pgs., 85 color ill.

Seagrave 70th Anniversary Series Photo Archive

Take an exciting look at one of the most distinctive fire engines in American fire apparatus history. High-quality builders' photographs reveal the 19-year production life of the Seagrave 70th Anniversary Series. Photographs range from stock-model pumpers and ladder trucks to custom-built one-off specials such as a huge rescue truck, a foam truck for the protection of oil refineries, and some of the 70th Anniversary models built by Seagrave's Canadian subsidiary. Photos of factory-fresh rigs are complemented by shots of models in production and in action at major fire locations. Sftbd., 10 1/4'x 8 1/2', 128 pgs., 127 b&w ill.

Pierre Thibault Canada Ltd. Fire Apparatus : 1918-1990 Photo Archive

Pierre Thibault Ltd was Canada's largest and best known manufacturer of fire engines. Throughout its history, Thibault built every type of fire apparatus imaginable - engines, ladders, platforms, rescues, and specialized units on both commercial and its own line of custom cabs and chassis. Hand-picked photos, with detailed captions, create a magnificent photo history of Thibault's fire apparatus that will appeal to all fire apparatus enthusiasts. Paperback, 10-1/4 x 8-1/2, 128 pp, 120 b/w

Pumpers : Workhorse Fire Engines

Subtitled: Workhorse Fire Engines. A red-hot illustrated history of workhorse fire engines from the 1960s up through today. American LaFrance, Pierce, Mack, Emergency One, Grumman, FMC, Seagrave, and others are featured in action, at rest, and with descriptive details of their labor-intensive equipment. Each manufacturer features mini, midi, commercial and custom machines. Includes a brief overview of the early pumper days. Sftbd., 8 1/4'x 10 5-8', 128 pgs., 40 b&w ill., 80 color.

Industrial and Private Fire Apparatus : 1925-2001 Photo Archive

Here is your chance to see some of the world_s most secret fire apparatus. Corporations do not welcome photographers so these rigs are rarely seen and publicity concerning the rigs is discouraged. Fire apparatus fans will welcome this opportunity to see rigs they have never before seen. The equipment here is broken down into more than 40 categories, including atomic energy, chemical, dams, environmental, hotels, movie studios, mining, railroads, shipbuilding and theme parks, among others. Sftbd., 10 1/4_x 8 1/2_, 128 pgs., 120 b&w ill.

New York City Fire Trucks

Take a ride with the New York Fire Department through a pictorial history, from the first horse-drawn pumpers to the newest ladder trucks. More than 400 photos of NYC's firefighting trucks are organized chronologically, accompanied by insightful commentary about the trucks, equipment, and the times. Descriptive photo captions provide specifications and other technical information. A special photo section pays tribute to the equipment used and lost in the World Trade Center disaster of September 11. , Premier edition of a pictorial history of New York City fire trucks , Includes more than 400 photos of NYC fire trucks with insightful commentary about the trucks, equipment, and the times , Special photo section pays tribute to the equipment used and lost in the September 11 World Trade Center disaster. Paperback - 8-1/2' x 11' - 256 pages - 8 color, 40 b/w

Pierce Arrow Fire Apparatus, 1979-1998 : Photo Archive

Pierce Manufacturing Inc. is a nationally recognized fire apparatus manufacturer and a leader in the industry today. In the last two decades, Pierce has introduced an unparalleled series of new products and innovative design features that set the standard for the industry. Large, detailed photographs in this volume feature a cross-section of Pierce Arrow fire apparatus from all over the US. Every fire buff will want this significant piece of fire apparatus history. Sftbd., 10 1/4' x 8 1/2', 128 pgs., 120 b&w ill.

Young Fire Equipment, 1932-1991 Photo Archive

This one-of-a-kind volume chronicles the entire 60-year history of Young Fire Equipment.

Fire Engines

With sirens screaming, this blazing book delivers a stunning tribute to firefighting history over the past 200 years. From human bucket brigades and horse-drawn steam pumpers, Fire Engines arrives on-scene to fans the flames of technology from the earliest rigs to today's powerful trucks, engines and rescue vehicles. Rugged workhorses from American LaFrance, Emergency One, Mack, Ahrens-Fox and Seagrave, together with first-hand interviews and vintage advertisements, present a red-hot look at the battle to control civilization's oldest enemy. Softcover, 10 x 10, 192 pp, 168 color and 45 b/w

Mack Fire Trucks 1911-2005: An Illustrated History

Mack Fire Trucks 1911-2005: An Illustrated History

Mack Model L Fire Trucks 1940-1954 Photo Archive

The Mack L was a shining example of exciting new styling and represented state-of-the-art technology when it was introduced. Presented here are a series of original Model L factory photos, from the stark, plain look of the war years to the prosperous post-war years of bright paint, chrome, and gold leaf. Features an array of body and cab styles and configurations, including pumpers, aerial, and rescue units. Sftbd., 10 1/4'x 8 1/2', 128 pgs., 120 b&w ill.

Mack EB, EC, ED, EE, EF, EG, DE 1936-1951 Photo Archive

Magnificent collections of rare black & white photographs specially selected from public and private archives promote the strength and versatility of these individual Mack models. This volume contains informative captions providing concise histories on traffic-type (cab-over-engine) and conventional trucks are depicted with a variety of bodies and paint schemes. Sftbd., 10 1/4'x 8 1/2', approx. 125 pgs., 115 b&w illustrations.

Mack Trucks

Mack, the world's notable brand of semi-truck, and its bulldog symbol have been renowned for power, durability, and ingenuity since 1900. Mack was the first company to engineer a cab-over design, and built the first hook-and-ladder fire truck. As a testament to the popularity of the truck, vintage models are actively collected and restored by a serious enthusiast following. Henry Rasmussen captures the beauty and power of Mack trucks in his lens, featuring both perfectly restored and original examples to chronicle the development of the company's big rigs from 1900 to the present. Included are photos of the third oldest AC truck in existence. Sftbd., 9 x 9, 128 pgs., color ill. throughout.

Van Pelt Fire Apparatus 1925-1987

Van Pelt Fire Apparatus 1925-1987

FWD Fire Trucks 1914-1963 Photo Archive

FWD Fire Trucks 1914-1963 Photo Archive

TASC Fire Apparatus : 1946-1985 Photo Archive

TASC's interesting use of sheet metal and graceful lines combined to produce some of the most stylish fire apparatus rigs ever. This photographic look at the apparatus built by the small New Jersey manufacturer illustrates 40 years of progression from small commercial chassis to final customer units. Sftbd., 10 1/4 x 8 1/2, 128 pgs., 120 b&w ill.

American Fire Station

It's peaceful now, but at any instant it could burst to life as firefighters rush toward a smoke-billowing inferno! This fascinating book depicts American fire stations and the unique culture surrounding them, beginning in the 1800s and continuing through today's modern stations. This captivating tale is told through the use of archival black and white and modern color photographs. See the fire station evolve from a shed used to store water buckets, to a glorified horse stable, to a garage filled with trucks powered by the earliest combustion engines, to a modern, glass-and-steel monster packed full of the incredible firefighting equipment used today. Hdbd., 10'x 10', 176 pgs., 125 b&w ill., 100 color.

American Fire Apparatus Co. 1922-1993 Photo Archive

American Fire Apparatus produced a remarkable number of apparatus and was, for many years, an innovator and major force in the industry. View the complete line from beginning to the end including brush trucks, mini-pumpers, pumpers (both custom and commercial), tankers, snorkels, crash trucks, aerial ladders and platforms. Informative text and captions include a company history as well as delivery schedules and original cost where available. City location index provided for easy referencing.

Seagrave Fire Apparatus 1959-2004 Photo Archive

A cross section of the custom rigs produced by the 'Greatest Name in Fire Apparatus' during this time period - with great model names like: The Eagle, Astro-Tower, Invader, Commander, Marauder, Patriot, Apollo, Meanstick, Force, Flame, Specialist, and more. While the majority of published material has focused on the Seagrave classics, little information has been available for the modern era. This volume will continue where the conventional 70th Anniversary Series left off and lead into the sophisticated machines specified by today's fire service. Paperback - 10-1/4' x 8-1/2' - 128 pp - 121 b/w

Firefighting Tanker Trucks and Tenders: A Fire Apparatus Photo Gallery

Firefighting Tanker Trucks and Tenders: A Fire Apparatus Photo Gallery

American LaFrance 900 Series 1958-1964 Photo Archive

Lawrence Phillips continues the fascinating story of American LaFrance with the birth and life of the popular 900 Series of fire apparatus. Exquisite photographs are accompanied by informative captions that lead you through the history of the 900 Series. Historical articles and LaFrance sales brochures provide a unique glimpse into the culture and marketing efforts of American LaFrance. Sftbd., 10 1/4'x 8 1/2', 128 pgs., 117 b&w ill.

Fire Trucks in Action 2005 Calendar

Featuring 16 months of exciting action photography. The hottest fire truck and rescue vehicle photography available depicts firefighters across the nation battling blazes and performing death-defying rescues. Every month includes a main photograph of a modern emergency response vehicle on scene and a pair of sidebar images. Each exemplary on-scene photo is accompanied by an information caption and utilizes the dramatic lighting and action of the moment to magnify the tension of the situation. Wall Calendar - 17' x 12' - 12 pages - 12 main, 12 sidebars

Maxim Fire Apparatus Photo History

The complete history of the Maxim Motor Company, from its humble beginnings as a family owned business, through its heyday and subsequent decline. Maxim produced highly regarded fire apparatus and very early on established the Maxim ladder as one of the best available. WWII era trucks, motorcyle-pumpers, unfinished trucks, one-of-a-kinds, and many other previously unpublished photos are documented in detail by the author. Every Maxim fire apparatus buff will enjoy this book. Paperback - 7-1/4' x 9' - 120 pp - 120 b/w

Maximum Fire Apparatus 1914-1989 : Photo Archives

Beginning with the first three Maxim fire apparatus built in 1914, the photos in this collection show commercial and conventional chassis, pumpers, aerials, tankers and more. Captions reveal year of production, department, tank and pump sizes and serial numbers. A brief history of the company is included in the introduction. Paperback, 10-1/4 x 8-1/2, 128 pp, 120 b/w

American LaFrance 700 Series : 1945-1952 Photo Archive

In this follow-up to the successful first volume, even more exquisite photographs offer another look at this classic American fire truck. Superb, never-before-published photography includes images from the Larry Zotti Museum Collection depicting 700 Series rigs in production on the original Elmira, New York assembly line. Also included are a number of rare photographs illustrating early private industrial rigs from the Leo E. Duliba Collection, as well as Grand Rapids, Michigan's tandem back-end 700 Series ladder truck. Softbound, 10-1/4 x 8-1/2, 128 pages, 120 b&w

Hook and Ladders

Code 3 coverage puts you on-scene as these amazing apparatus maneuver rescuers to extraordinary heights! Grab a hand-line and discover the popular makes and models in operation, as long-time fire buff Larry Shapiro outlines the roots of the hook and ladder and discusses when and how they are used in today's loftiest disasters. Outstanding all-color images and lively text guide you through the hero-making world of Hook and Ladders. Softcover _ 8 1/4 x 9 _ 96 pp _ 80 color

Crown Firecoach 1951-1985 : Photo Archive

As one of the pioneers of cab-forward rigs, Crown produced fire apparatus with a distinctive appearance that enthusiasts and collectors still appreciate today. This photographic collection displays a range of Crown pumpers, aerials, brush rigs and tractor transports with complete captions describing their specifications and performance capabilities. Paperback, 10-1/4 x 8-1/2, 128 pp, 123 b/w

American Fire Apparatus Co. 1922-1993 Photo Archive

American Fire Apparatus produced a remarkable number of apparatus and was, for many years, an innovator and major force in the industry. View the complete line from beginning to the end including brush trucks, mini-pumpers, pumpers (both custom and commercial), tankers, snorkels, crash trucks, aerial ladders and platforms. Informative text and captions include a company history as well as delivery schedules and original cost where available. City location index provided for easy referencing.

Wildland Fire Apparatus, 1950-2000

Enjoy more than 400 photographs of the rugged and varied equipment used to fight wild fires. This includes brush rigs, airplanes, helicopters, converted military vehicles, and much more. The many up-close and detailed shots of the numerous vehicles, machines and airplanes used to save our forests and wildlife, will thrill enthusiasts. Sftbd., 8 1/2 x 11, 224 pgs., 400 b&w ill.

Crown Firecoach 1951-1985 : Photo Archive

As one of the pioneers of cab-forward rigs, Crown produced fire apparatus with a distinctive appearance that enthusiasts and collectors still appreciate today. This photographic collection displays a range of Crown pumpers, aerials, brush rigs and tractor transports with complete captions describing their specifications and performance capabilities. Paperback, 10-1/4 x 8-1/2, 128 pp, 123 b/w

GMC Heavy-Duty Trucks 1927-1987

Focusing on GMCs most fruitful six decades, from 1927 to 1987, this book offers a prologue and epilogue to round out the 100+ year history of GMC trucks and their predecessors Rapid and Reliance, with particular emphasis on the heavy-duty models. In-depth coverage of all models, engine specifications, year-to-year changes, and model-by-model genealogy charts is included, as well as the story of GM's role as a heavy-duty truck maker and the influences of Max Grabowski, William Crapo Durant, and Alfred P. Sloan Jr. An essential book for truck enthusiasts, historians, restorer's, and anyone interested in General Motors. Archival photos, many from the National Automotive Historical Collection, show these models in pristine form. Paperback - 8-1/2' x 11' - 128 pp - 132 b/w

Firefighters

After the September 11 tragedy, America's interest in firefighters soared. Firefighters covers modern-day firefighters, their equipment, vehicles, clothing, and training as well as the different jobs/duties of firefighters. This book gives a broad overview and is great for the general reader as well as the fire enthusiast. Paperback - 8-1/4' x 9' - 96 pages - 80 color

Christie's World of Automotive Toys

An exceptional panoramic history of these highly collectible toys from their origins in the simple wooden yard toys that children have played with for centuries, through mass production, to the present day. Filled with army ambulances to post vans, fire engines to ice-cream carts, plus an incredible number of rare and unusual collectors items. Illustrated with superb photographs from Christie's archives in Britain and the US. Essential for collectors, and a nostalgic journey for anyone wanting to reminisce about their childhood. Includes a value guide. Hdbd., 10'x 10', 192 pgs., 120 color ill.

Wildfires: Fighting Fire With Fire

Jump into the flames with the elite firefighters who risk their lives to control the raging wildfires that destroy millions of acres of wilderness a year.

F.D.N.Y.: Brothers in Battle (New York)

Incredible footage follows the real-life heroes of the busiest fire department in the nation into the flames.

FEMA: In the Face of Disaster

Find out shocking facts that the government doesn't want you to know about America's readiness to respond to natural disasters.

Extreme Sacrifice

Their stories are the stuff of legends or, more recently, headlines but what compels a person to risk their life to save another?

New York Firefighters VHS

Join the remarkable men of Rescue 3 as they show us the heroic side of humanity. 50 minutes.

American Chopper Firebike T-Shirt

The AC logo graces the front of this classic black, short sleeve tee - while the smoldering image of the legendary Firebike adorns the back.

Unsolved History: Chicago Fire DVD

Historians and fire experts recreate the most devastating fire of its time - and challenge the urban legend behind its origin. 50 minutes.

American Chopper: Firebike & Bike week VHS Videos

Paul Jr. dreams up a bike to honor New York's greatest heroes - but first, a little fun in the Florida sun is in order. 50 minutes each.

American Chopper: Fire bike 1 2 DVD

Paul Jr. dreams up a bike to honor New York's greatest heroes. 50 minutes each.