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Episode 3: Pumper Overview with Aaron Zak
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Welcome to the third episode of the Pierce™ Dispatch, hosted by Pierce. In this episode, we interview 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.
Featuring: Host Dan Meyer & Pierce’s Lead Fire Suppression Product Specialist, Aaron Zak
Key Takeaways:
- What is the purpose of a pumper?
- What are the important factors to consider when designing a pumper? (more here and here).
- What is the difference between all the different types of pumpers?
- Foam systems on pumpers. (more here and here).
- Pierce PUC™ Pump. (more here and here).
- The best starting point when designing a pumper? (more here and here).
- How do pumpers compare across various climates?
- How to design compartmentation on a pumper?
- Why some pumpers carry rescue equipment and others do not
- Pump panel design
- Industrial pumper (more here and here).
- Tankers (more here and here).
Resources Mentioned:
- For information about how to connect with your local pierce dealer, visit our website under “Find a Dealer”
Apparatus Mentioned:
- Chevron Phillips Chemical Co – Pasadena- Velocity® Pumper
- Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LP – Velocity Pumper
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.
For any feedback, questions or to subscribe, visit the Pierce™ Dispatch page.
Chapters
1. Industrial Pumpers (00:00:00)
2. Aaron Zak introduction (00:00:11)
3. Volunteer Firefighter (00:01:39)
4. Why order a pumper (00:03:58)
5. Mini pumper (00:04:40)
6. Municipal Pumper (00:06:12)
7. Industrial Pumpers (00:07:24)
8. Pumper Tanker (00:09:19)
9. Tanker Pumper (00:10:05)
10. Pierce PUC™ Pump (00:12:35)
11. What to consider when selecting a pump (00:14:24)
12. Heavy-Duty Rescue Pumper (00:16:10)
13. How to design an apparatus for the future (00:17:19)
14. Truck Committee preparation (00:19:16)
15. Foam Systems (00:23:03)
16. Pump location (00:24:09)
17. Pump panel layout (00:26:41)
18. Industrial Pumper for Chevron Phillips Chemical Co. (00:30:28)
19. Aaron’s dream build (00:32:49)
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