Corporate Members
The NVFC gratefully acknowledges the support and participation of our Corporate Members. Please view our list of Corporate Members and we encourage you to support them with your business.
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For more information on Deere & Company, visit us at www.deere.com/en/news/.
*Note: Corporate Membership does not indicate NVFC endorsement.
Founded in 1908, Darley is a family owned and operated business which manufactures and distributes firefighting and defense equipment. Our mission is to passionately serve the world’s first responder and tactical communities by providing high quality, safe, and innovative products with unmatched commitment and service. Darley is headquartered in Itasca, IL, and has manufacturing, engineering, and operations in Chippewa Falls, WI, and Janesville, IA. Learn more at www.darley.com or www.edarley.com.
*Note: Corporate Membership does not indicate NVFC endorsement.
Ward Diesel Filter Systems – Automatic and vehicle-mounted, Ward Diesel NO SMOKE Systems offer diesel exhaust protection on scene, in the station – anywhere you need it. Building modifications are not required for installation and there are no mechanical pieces to be attached by the Firefighter when exiting and returning to the station. NO SMOKE is the only diesel exhaust removal solution on the market today that provides complete protection against harmful diesel exhaust both inside and outside the fire station. Visit us online at www.warddiesel.com or call 800-845-4665 to learn more.
*Note: Corporate Membership does not indicate NVFC endorsement.
ESO is dedicated to improving community health and safety through the power of data. Since its founding in 2004, the company continues to pioneer innovative, user-friendly software to meet the changing needs of today’s EMS agencies, fire departments, and hospitals. For more information, visit eso.com.
FireCraft® Safety Products is a manufacturer of structural, extrication and work gloves, and a master distributor of Sensit gas detectors for the fire industry. FireCraft sells through a worldwide dealer network, providing products to enhance the safety of firefighters and other first responders. We provide product support and continuing education to our dealers as well as all first responders.
Fire-Dex, headquartered in Medina, Ohio, is a leading manufacturer of head-to-toe protection for first responders, including turnout gear, rescue PPE, boots, hoods, gloves, and helmets. With a strong emphasis on health and safety, Fire-Dex has paved the path of innovation for the manufacturing of firefighting gear while focusing on the continuous improvement of our products and processes. Visit www.firedex.com for more information.
Homes for Heroes, Inc. is the largest nationwide network of affiliate real estate, mortgage, and local business specialists; committed to providing easy ways for heroes to save on a home. Shortly after 9/11, Homes for Heroes, Inc. was established to give back to firefighters, EMS, law enforcement, military (active, reserves & veterans), healthcare professionals, and teachers for all they do. Since 2009, Homes for Heroes, Inc., has helped over 35,000 heroes save over $60 million on their real estate transactions, sold over $7.5 billion in real estate to heroes, actively partnered with 3,200 like-minded real estate and mortgage professionals who’ve joined in the mission, and donated over $700,000 to heroes in need through the Homes for Heroes Foundation. Sign up at https://www.homesforheroes.com/nvfc/.
The International Fire Service Training Association is an organization of fire service personnel who are dedicated to upgrading firefighting techniques and safety through training. Our mission is to identify areas of need for training materials and foster the development and validation of training materials for the fire service and related areas. IFSTA produces hard-copy training manuals, eBooks, curriculum, test prep, workbooks, skill sheets, interactive courses, instructor resources, and more. Visit www.ifsta.org for more information.
LION is a family owned, global business headquartered in Dayton, OH, that has been operating continuously since 1898. LION is the world’s largest supplier of structural fire personal protective clothing for first responders, as well as a leading provider of cutting-edge training products and facilities through its BullEx and HAAGEN companies. Through traditional contracting and public-private partnership arrangements, customers rely on LION TotalCare and LION LVI to manage the lifecycle of their uniforms, protective equipment, and training products.
Paradigm Liaison Services provides public awareness and damage prevention compliance services through meetings and mailings. Annually, Paradigm implements over 1,000 free face-to-face safety training programs, bringing together pipeline operators and first responders to plan for readiness in the event of a pipeline emergency.
Pierce Manufacturing, Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation [NYSE: OSK] company, is the leading North American manufacturer of custom fire apparatus. Products include custom and commercial pumpers, aerials, rescue trucks, wildland trucks, minipumpers, elliptical tankers, and homeland security apparatus. In addition, Pierce designs its own foam systems and was the first company to introduce frontal airbags and the Side Roll Protection system to fire apparatus. To learn more about Pierce, visit www.piercemfg.com.
UL’s Fire Safety Research Institute is dedicated to increasing firefighter knowledge to reduce injuries and deaths in the fire service and in the communities they serve. Working in partnership with the fire service, research departments, and agencies, FSRI executes cutting-edge firefighter research and makes the results widely available to the global fire community. With a team of pioneering experts and access to UL’s leading infrastructure, equipment and vast knowledge and insights, FSRI conducts and disseminates research and training programs that focus on the changing dynamics of residential, commercial, and industrial fires, and the impact they have on the fire service tactics and strategies.
W. L. Gore & Associates is a global materials science company dedicated to transforming industries and improving lives. Founded in 1958, Gore has built a reputation for solving complex technical challenges in the most demanding environments — from revolutionizing the outerwear industry with GORE-TEX® fabric to creating medical devices that improve and save lives to enabling new levels of performance in the aerospace, pharmaceutical and mobile electronics markets, among other industries. The company is also known for its strong, team-oriented culture and continued recognition from the Great Place to Work® Institute. Headquartered in Newark, DE, Gore employs approximately 9,500 associates and generates annual revenues that exceed $3 billion. Visit us online at: www.gore.com.
*Note: Corporate Membership does not indicate NVFC endorsement.
Adapt Management is a grant management and marketing firm focused on helping organizations meet their professional goals. The Adapt team specializes in helping those in the emergency response industry, including Firefighters/EMTs and law enforcement. Whether you’re looking for a grant manager, need help managing a project or are seeking creativity for your latest marketing campaign, Adapt can help you reach your goals. To learn more, go to www.Volunteerfirefighter.org.
Aladtec, powered by TCP Software, is an online employee scheduling system created specifically to meet the challenging 24/7 shift rotations of mission-critical public safety agencies including EMS, fire, law enforcement, and dispatch. Easily accessible anywhere at any time, Aladtec allows you to quickly schedule simple to complex shift rotations, track licenses/certifications, communicate instantly with individuals or groups, and manage overtime. Use our forms library to create, submit, and report on everyday checklists, inventories, vehicle maintenance and more. Plus generate reports for tracking and payroll needs. For a free trial, visit www.aladtec.com or call 888-749-5550.
Fire and Rescue of Arkansas provides insurance, risk management, and training for the rural fire service and firefighters. They earned MVP status as the largest producer for VFIS, ESIP, and Fire Plus in Arkansas. For more information, contact Bill Byrd at billbyrd1@yahoo.com or (501) 680-3409.
Firefighters and EMS Fund provides a grassroots voice for firefighters across the country in the state and local political process. We support ballot initiatives and work to elect political leaders at the state and local level who understand our firefighters’ and public safety officers’ interests. We seek to increase awareness of issues affecting America’s firefighters and EMS technicians and engage in political action to solve the very real problems that have made firefighters’ and first responders’ jobs more dangerous and thankless. Learn more at fireandemsfund.com.
Hidrent connects firefighters with local homeowners and businesses looking for temporary “handyman-type” help. From cleaning gutters and hanging fixtures to installing smoke detectors, hauling debris, we’re the only task-based company focused on helping firefighters like you earn money while not volunteering at the station. Browse everyday home projects in your area. First come first serve, accept a project, schedule a time, and get it done. We let you determine the cost with your customer, and only charge a 20% fee on the back end. No bid fees…we don’t get paid unless you do! www.hidrent.com
International Code Council (ICC) develops building safety building safety codes used to construct residential and commercial building, including housing and schools.
L.N. Curtis & Sons has been supporting firefighters, rescue teams, emergency medical providers, and more for over 90 years. We are a distributor of fire, rescue, haz-mat, wildland, and other safety equipment, which includes after-market equipment and gear maintenance and garment embellishment services. We are pleased to provide support to our customers in the Western United States and the U.S. Government worldwide.
NPPGov is a national cooperative procurement organization offering publicly solicited contracts to government entities nationwide. Our contracts are created through a public solicitation and award process by a Lead Public Agency. Access to our cooperative contracts is complimentary with no purchasing obligations. NVFC members can save time on purchasing by “piggybacking” off our 100+ contracts including PPE, Medical Equipment and Supplies, defibrillators and Wireless and more. NFVC members, join now: www.nppgov.com/associations/nvfc.
OmniShield – Designed and manufactured in the U.S., OmniShield brings high quality optical smoke, rate of rise heat, carbon monoxide detection, flood, and freeze sensors as well as 520 Hz square wave and bed shaker technology to homeowners in one complete network. Multiple sensors and multiple alerts allow homeowners the ability to see the conditions inside their home 24/7 without monthly monitoring fees. OmniShield customers will have the best chance for early escape. By using OmniShield’s event positioning system and app based information, homeowners and up to seven other contacts will be able to share the room of origin, the temperature, and the levels of carbon monoxide with first responders during an emergency. Through using tomorrow’s technology for today’s home, OmniShield is safer for everyone!
Rosenbauer America is the world’s leading manufacturer of firefighting vehicles and equipment. Rosenbauer America incorporates global strengths and innovation to provide the largest and most technologically advanced line of custom and commercial pumpers, rescues, tankers, aerials, ARFF, and the all-new Revolutionary Technology (RTX) electric fire truck. Learn more at www.rosenbaueramerica.com.
Established in 1995, Stonehouse Media Incorporated is an award-winning digital media company focused on producing credible, vetted, engaging training for the fire service and first responders through creating and maintaining online training networks, interactive programs, and web sites in partnership with leading fire service and emergency response organizations. Our proprietary online learning network powers CFITrainer.Net (International Association of Arson Investigators), FHLN.Net (National Fallen Firefighters Foundation), RSLN.org (Emergency Responder Safety Institute), and FMGlobalFireServiceResources.com (FM Global). The training and professional development tools we produce are delivered and measured with the latest technology, integrated with social media, and distributed on multiple platforms.
TEEX Emergency Services Training (TEEX) offers high-quality emergency response training and instruction in more than 130 specialty areas.
Vector Solutions, formerly known as TargetSolutions, delivers award-winning real-time training and record-keeping solutions to the fire services, emergency medical services, risk pools, cities and municipalities, law enforcement, and public works industries. The company provides engaging, accredited online training courses, cutting-edge software applications, and dynamic performance and workforce management solutions to help make organizations safer, more capable, and more compliant. Vector Solutions was founded in 1999 and today more than 7,000 public agencies use TargetSolutions to meet their training and operational needs.
Waterous Company, a world leader in fire suppression equipment, has been manufacturing products in South St. Paul, Minnesota for over 126 years. Since its humble beginnings, Waterous has continued to develop revolutionary products for firefighting and industrial applications. From constructing the first gasoline-engine-driven fire pump in 1898 to the most efficient compressed air foam systems (CAFS) in the world today, Waterous has maintained a legacy of supporting the global fire service and industry with fire suppression products, equipment and services that meet international demand.
*Note: Corporate Membership does not indicate NVFC endorsement.