Meet the fire departments and learn how Pierce custom designed each fire apparatus to meet their specific needs.

Water has high surface tension. Hercules™ CAFS, in contrast, offers a low surface tension, allowing it to spread quickly, cover more area and cling to the fuel source longer, giving the foam agent the ...

Glick Fire Equipment Company proudly represents Pierce Manufacturing throughout Pennsylvania, offering trusted expertise, hands-on service and decades of experience focused on a customer-first ...

Frisco Fire Department - Pumper ...

When most people think of a fire truck, they think of a pumper—an emergency response vehicle carrying water and firefighters to put out a fire. But there’s more to consider. Below, we review several ...

As fire departments are asked to do more with less, the resurgence of tractor drawn aerials is no surprise. This blog is designed to answer many of the questions fire departments ask about tractor ...

Even though quint fire trucks have been around for more than a century, there is still some confusion about the quint’s operation, capabilities, advantages and requirements. A quint can be a valuable ...

At FDIC International 2026, Pierce Manufacturing showcased a lineup of apparatus designed to enhance firefighter safety, operational performance and connected solutions. Each truck on display ...

Tanker fire trucks, also known as tenders, are evolving to be versatile, multi-purpose support vehicles customized to match the needs of unique firehouses across North America. What should your fire ...

Miami-Dade Fire Rescue - Tanker ...

There are many integral fire truck systems that provide lifesaving resources and tools at the scene of an emergency. Fire-fighting foam systems are one such system, designed to improve the ...

When you hear the phrase ‘types of aerial fire trucks,’ you may think of ladders and towers, tractor drawn apparatus and quints. But breaking down the broad category of ‘aerial fire trucks’ is a ...