CUMMINS INC. and NISSAN unveiled a technical study called the Nissan Frontier Diesel Runner - Powered by Cummins at the recent Chicago Auto Show. The heart of this vehicle is a concept 2.8L turbo diesel engine, developed at the Cummins Technical Center in Columbus, IN, that produces approximately 200 hp and more than 350 pound/feet of torque. The concept 2.8L has been matched with a Nissan Frontier Desert Runner 4x2 in a project to evaluate the viability of the package for North America.
“These trucks really highlight modern clean-diesel engine characteristics, with the durability and power that Cummins customers have come to depend on,” said Dave Crompton, Cummins vice president and general manager-Engine Business. “The Nissan Frontier is a great platform to demonstrate the potential of a Cummins-powered compact pickup for the U.S. market, and this project will help to gauge market reaction and evaluate future plans.”
In addition to these 2.8L-powered concept trucks and the new 5.0L V8 Turbo Diesel for the next-generation Titan, Cummins, Johnson Matthey and Nissan have partnered on the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) ATLAS research project. The cost-shared research program is instrumental in developing new diesel engine and emissions-control technology to meet future emissions regulations and demanding fuel-economy requirements.
HAIX, a manufacturer of firefighting, rescue, law enforcement, hunting, and forestry footwear has redesigned its website, www.haix-bootstore.com, to create a cleaner, more user-friendly platform that is easier to navigate. Besides presenting on all-new look, the ecommerce website offers:
• More comprehensive product information so customers can make informed decisions on products before they buy
• New search and filter features that let customers easily find the products they are looking for or that cater to their interest
• HAIX customers can provide feedback on the products they buy and are easily able to see what others have to say.
• HAIX customers can create an online account to streamline future purchases
• New HAIX wish list feature lets customers keep track of products for future purchases
HME INC. has announced the awarding by the California Department of General Services of a multi-year contract to produce Type I apparatus and Type III apparatus for the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services. The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) has accepted a HME Ahrens-Fox Model 34D Type III, which is mounted on an International 7400 commercial chassis and powered by an International 330-hp engine. The apparatus is equipped with a FoamPro 1600 foam system, 20-gallon Class A foam tank, 500-gallon poly water tank and HME Hydra technology.
HARRISON HYDRAULIC SOLUTIONS has named Tim Allaband as northeastern region manager, responsible for the forecasting, marketing, training and sales of Harrison products into all the business segments that Harrison serves in that region. Allaband most recently was vice president of Redstorm Fire & Rescue Apparatus, responsible for overall sales and service to five states; focusing on career and volunteer fire departments. Previously, he was vice president of sales and service at Singer Associates Fire Equipment and mid-Atlantic district manager for Pierce Manufacturing.
MIDWEST FIRE has hired Darcie Johnson as the new vice president of accounting and business manager and promoted Kelsey Theesfeld to assistant office manager. Johnson heads the company’s departments of accounting, human resources and IT processes. She is a graduate of Colorado Technical University and has 15 years of accounting experience.
“We purchased the company in August of last year and are looking to grow to a new level,” said Sarah Atchison, president and chief executive officer of Midwest Fire. “In order to do this, we needed a person with strong accounting background and attention to detail and Johnson couldn’t have been a better fit.”
Theesfeld is the company’s lead production cost analyst and assists with marketing, payroll and licensing. She graduated from Southeast Technical Institute with a degree in business administration.
Firehouse Staff
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