Fire Trucks of the 1960s and 1970s

Fire Trucks of the 1960s and 1970s
Author: Kent Parrish
Publisher: Enthusiast Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2013-11-01
Genre: Transportation
ISBN: 9781583883075

During the 1960s and 1970s, the fire apparatus industry saw unprecedented revolution, innovation, and parity. The long admired conventional models gave way to the contemporary archetypes that are the genesis of today’s fire trucks. Just as disco and the lava lamp became all the societal rage, the fire service saw its own fads and trends. A new generation of aggressive fire apparatus manufacturers led by Pierce and Emergency-One began to overtake their forefathers and the pool of builders producing high quality apparatus in numbers became considerably more populated. This volume highlights the fire trucks of the Swinging Sixties and the Groovy Seventies!

British Fire Engines of the 1950s & '60s

British Fire Engines of the 1950s & '60s
Author: Simon Rowley
Publisher: Trans Pennine Publishing Ltd
Total Pages: 1
Release: 1999-08-30
Genre: Fire engines
ISBN: 0952107074

A history of the fire appliances operated by the British fire service between nationalisation in 1948 and local government reorganisation in 1974. It begins with the vehicles inherited in 1948 and covers the products of AEC, Bedford, Commer, Dennis, ERF, Ford, Leyland and many others.

Young Fire Equipment

Young Fire Equipment
Author: Leo Duliba
Publisher: Enthusiast Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2000-11-23
Genre: Transportation
ISBN: 9781583880159

This is the first and only book on Young Fire Equipment, a previously unpublished area. Throughout its 60-year history, Young was in the forefront of fire apparatus innovation. Both the fire service and fire apparatus historians have always recognized Young as a leader in design style and uniqueness. The company even produced three full-custom designs that were unique to the Young name. Fire enthusiasts of all kinds will want to add this distinct piece of fire apparatus history to their libraries.

Saulsbury Fire Rescue Apparatus 1956-2003 Photo Archive

Saulsbury Fire Rescue Apparatus 1956-2003 Photo Archive
Author: Joel L Gebet
Publisher: Enthusiast Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2003-11-20
Genre: Transportation
ISBN: 9781583881064

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.

Big City Fire Trucks

Big City Fire Trucks
Author: Donald F. Wood
Publisher:
Total Pages: 340
Release: 1996
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9780873413404

Call out the monster trucks, exotic equipment, and unique apparatus of professional departments. Donald F. Wood and Wayne Sorensen include year of manufacture, make of truck chassis, commercial outfitter, and equipment for each listing.

Semi-Trucks of the 1950s

Semi-Trucks of the 1950s
Author: Ron Adams
Publisher: Enthusiast Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2008-05-15
Genre: Transportation
ISBN: 9781583881873

After WWII Americans were anxious to re-stoke the economy after a long “make-do with what you have” dry spell. By the 1950s new highways were being built, new trucking companies were being formed and old ones revived. Americans were buying newly-styled cars and the latest technologies once again. Semi-trucks helped pave the way for this huge growth spurt in America with dependable trucks built by Mack, GMC, Chevrolet, Ford, Dodge, International, White Freightliner, Peterbilt, Kenworth, Diamond T, Reo, Autocar, Brockway, Sterling and others, many using the increasingly popular diesel engines made by Buda, Hercules, Waukesha, and Cummins, which helped their heavy loads haul quicker. Ron Adams portrays this booming era with over 300 superb photos of trucks hauling cement, fuel, and a variety of goods to enthusiastic Americans.

The Fire Engine

The Fire Engine
Author: T. A. Jacobs
Publisher: Smithmark Publishers
Total Pages: 136
Release: 1993
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9780831732660

150+ full-color photos and illus. with gatefold.

Fire Behavior and Combustion Processes with Advantage Access

Fire Behavior and Combustion Processes with Advantage Access
Author: Raymond Shackelford
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning
Total Pages: 238
Release: 2023-11
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 1284206564

"Fire Behavior and Combustion Processes was designed to provide a straight-forward yet comprehensive resource for students enrolled in fire science degree programs, or as a refresher for active firefighters. It provides an understanding of the basic principles of fire chemistry, the processes of fire combustion, and fire behavior. The subject of fire behavior is often a complex one, and this book seeks to clarify theoretical concepts, explain their importance, and illustrate how they can be applied in a practical way when responding to emergency situations"--

Big Rigs of the 1950s

Big Rigs of the 1950s
Author: Ronald G. Adams
Publisher:
Total Pages: 170
Release:
Genre: Tractor trailer combinations
ISBN: 9781610605748

The continued improvement of roadways and the dawn of the Interstate highway system in the 1950s was a boon to American industry in general and the trucking industry in particular. This marque-by-marque photo collection provides a comprehensive and nostalgic look back at the rapid development of the tractor-trailer rigs that resulted. Manufacturers like GMC, Chevrolet, Ford, Dodge, White, Freightliner, Peterbilt, Kenworth, Diamond T, International, Mack, Autocar, Brockway and Sterling are shown hauling everything from Cadillacs to cabbage across town, up the coast and over mountain passes. Thorough captions describe the development and history of each model as depicted in archival black-and-white and period color photography.