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A Michigan Air Products Sales Rep just happened into Sterling Heights Fire Station #4 looking for a broom to sweep up some broken sidewalk glass. As he looked around, he noticed a few products he represents at Michigan Air Products in the station. This blog post will explore our manufacturer partners Nederman<\/a> and Solaronics<\/a>, manufacturers with best-in-class products frequently utilized in fire and emergency stations to keep emergency personnel safe and comfortable, especially as the cold winter months approach.<\/p>\nEmergency Vehicle Exhaust Extraction (Source: Nederman<\/a>)<\/strong><\/h3>\nIn a work environment where hazardous fumes are present, having an efficient and convenient exhaust extraction system in place is essential. Some emergency vehicles, such as fire trucks, emit diesel exhaust fumes. These are dangerous particulates, which must be removed in a way that ensures both the safety of the personnel and the ability of vehicles to quickly be dispatched from the station in the event of an emergency.<\/p>\n
Working in proximity to diesel-powered vehicles means there is a risk of diesel exhaust fume exposure<\/strong>
\nDiesel exhaust fumes in the workplace are a concern to all professions where personnel work in environments where they regularly come into contact with diesel-powered vehicles. This includes several categories of emergency personnel, paramedics and firefighters for example, but also mechanics and other repair shop workers that regularly need to run vehicles for diagnostics, engine and fuel injector cleaning, diesel particulate filter regeneration and other maintenance purposes.<\/p>\nDiesel exhaust fumes are carcinogenic, and may result in other health problems as well<\/strong>
\nDiesel exhaust fumes are made up of various gases and particulates. These gases and particulates get inhaled easily, and the particulates can penetrate deep into the human respiratory system, exacerbating breathing problems and possibly leading to cardiovascular and other diseases; even cancer. Firefighters are among the professions most exposed to the risks of diesel exhaust fume-related illnesses, meaning that as dangerous as their work is while being out on assignment, they also face health hazards back at the station.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/www.michiganair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/20191013_154856-225x300.jpg\")
Vehicle exhaust extraction hoses vastly reduce diesel exhaust fume exposure<\/strong>
\nNederman\u2019s vehicle exhaust extraction systems mainly consist of hoses and nozzles mounted above the vehicles in fire stations, ambulance bays or repair shops, for example. With a fire truck, the nozzles are easy to attach to the exhaust pipe as the fire truck arrives at the entrance bay, where the hoses will extract the fumes right at the source and prevent them from spreading to the personnel. These systems can attach via mechanical, pneumatic, rare earth magnets or electromagnets. In the magnetic controlled systems, known as Magna Track<\/a> and Magna Rail<\/a>, the extraction hose attaches to the truck via an electromagnet. When the vehicle departs, the hose will detach smoothly, thus causing no delay and being ready to extract diesel exhaust fumes again as soon as the truck returns to the station.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n
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Magna Rail systems allows for several vehicles to be served simultaneously<\/strong>
\nIn a larger fire station, several fire trucks may need to be served simultaneously. The Magna Rail and Magna Rail Green<\/a> are able to serve four and two vehicles, respectively, at the same time. Both solutions allow for a great deal of customization, depending on the type and size of the facility, and its operational requirements.<\/p>\nAdditional benefits with vehicle exhaust extraction hoses<\/strong>
\nUsing systems such as Pneumatic Track<\/a>, Pneumatic Rail<\/a>, Magna Track and Magna Rail has benefits beyond those related to extraction efficiency and personnel health. Keeping hoses suspended from above helps keep the station\/workshop floor clear. The hoses are very durable and robust, requiring very little maintenance and lasting for many years. Last but not least, these systems have resulted in significantly cleaner work environments, with much less soot and dust on everything from walls and vehicle surfaces to equipment and, most importantly, firefighter\u2019s clothing and turnout gear.<\/p>\nDownload the Nederman Emergency Vehicle Concept Brochure here<\/a>.<\/p>\nInfrared Heaters (Source: Solaronics<\/a>)<\/strong><\/h3>\nSolaronics manufactures and installs tube infrared tube heaters for fire stations across the United States. During the winter, it is important that firefighter\u2019s equipment and vehicles stay dry and ready to use in case of an emergency. Fire stations have large overhead doors that allows for ample heat loss when opened. It is important for a fire station to be heated quickly to keep the equipment and vehicles from freezing or remaining damp. Forced air heaters can cause firefighter\u2019s equipment to be damp and uncomfortable as well as providing little support with defrosting or defogging the firetrucks.<\/p>\n
\nDiesel exhaust fumes in the workplace are a concern to all professions where personnel work in environments where they regularly come into contact with diesel-powered vehicles. This includes several categories of emergency personnel, paramedics and firefighters for example, but also mechanics and other repair shop workers that regularly need to run vehicles for diagnostics, engine and fuel injector cleaning, diesel particulate filter regeneration and other maintenance purposes.<\/p>\n
Diesel exhaust fumes are carcinogenic, and may result in other health problems as well<\/strong> <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Additional benefits with vehicle exhaust extraction hoses<\/strong> Download the Nederman Emergency Vehicle Concept Brochure here<\/a>.<\/p>\n Solaronics manufactures and installs tube infrared tube heaters for fire stations across the United States. During the winter, it is important that firefighter\u2019s equipment and vehicles stay dry and ready to use in case of an emergency. Fire stations have large overhead doors that allows for ample heat loss when opened. It is important for a fire station to be heated quickly to keep the equipment and vehicles from freezing or remaining damp. Forced air heaters can cause firefighter\u2019s equipment to be damp and uncomfortable as well as providing little support with defrosting or defogging the firetrucks.<\/p>\n
\nDiesel exhaust fumes are made up of various gases and particulates. These gases and particulates get inhaled easily, and the particulates can penetrate deep into the human respiratory system, exacerbating breathing problems and possibly leading to cardiovascular and other diseases; even cancer. Firefighters are among the professions most exposed to the risks of diesel exhaust fume-related illnesses, meaning that as dangerous as their work is while being out on assignment, they also face health hazards back at the station.<\/p>\nVehicle exhaust extraction hoses vastly reduce diesel exhaust fume exposure<\/strong>
\nNederman\u2019s vehicle exhaust extraction systems mainly consist of hoses and nozzles mounted above the vehicles in fire stations, ambulance bays or repair shops, for example. With a fire truck, the nozzles are easy to attach to the exhaust pipe as the fire truck arrives at the entrance bay, where the hoses will extract the fumes right at the source and prevent them from spreading to the personnel. These systems can attach via mechanical, pneumatic, rare earth magnets or electromagnets. In the magnetic controlled systems, known as Magna Track<\/a> and Magna Rail<\/a>, the extraction hose attaches to the truck via an electromagnet. When the vehicle departs, the hose will detach smoothly, thus causing no delay and being ready to extract diesel exhaust fumes again as soon as the truck returns to the station.<\/p>\nMagna Rail systems allows for several vehicles to be served simultaneously<\/strong>
\nIn a larger fire station, several fire trucks may need to be served simultaneously. The Magna Rail and Magna Rail Green<\/a> are able to serve four and two vehicles, respectively, at the same time. Both solutions allow for a great deal of customization, depending on the type and size of the facility, and its operational requirements.<\/p>\n
\nUsing systems such as Pneumatic Track<\/a>, Pneumatic Rail<\/a>, Magna Track and Magna Rail has benefits beyond those related to extraction efficiency and personnel health. Keeping hoses suspended from above helps keep the station\/workshop floor clear. The hoses are very durable and robust, requiring very little maintenance and lasting for many years. Last but not least, these systems have resulted in significantly cleaner work environments, with much less soot and dust on everything from walls and vehicle surfaces to equipment and, most importantly, firefighter\u2019s clothing and turnout gear.<\/p>\nInfrared Heaters (Source: Solaronics<\/a>)<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Infrared heaters can help with improving the recovery time by heating the lower walls and floors of the facility to keep the station and equipment warm and the trucks ice and fog free. Solaronics