Fire Cam 1080: Amazingly Durable & Useful For First Responders

The Fire Cam 1080 WiFi Helmet Camera® offers a wide variety of useful features, making it a must-have for firefighters, fire departments, and public-safety personnel. Even better, when you buy this versatile camera now through April 1, you’ll get a free Casio Diver-Look Watch when you use promo code FIRECAM.

The Fire Cam 1080 WiFi Helmet Camera® is one of the only fire-helmet cameras specifically designed for use in interior-firefighting conditions. Capable of recording in 1080p and 720p high definition, the Fire Cam 1080 WiFi can be controlled directly through your smartphone by using the free Fire Cam 1080 WiFi App, which is available via the Google Play Store and the Apple App Store. Recorded videos can be downloaded to your computer for editing prior to sharing them to social media outlets.

Its BlackJack Fire Helmet Mount allows it to be attached to any style of helmet, and its heat-resistant, anodized-aluminum frame is incredibly durable, as it can withstand extreme temperatures of 900 degrees Fahrenheit for short periods of time. Powered by two rechargeable batteries, the Fire Cam 1080 WiFi Helmet Camera® also features a waterproof no-audio cap designed for underwater usage for depths up to 33 feet and an AC wall charger.

For more information on the Fire Cam 1080 WiFi Helmet Camera® and to get your free Casio Diver-Look Watch through April 1, visit TheFireStore.com. 

Through Triumph And Tragedy: F.D.N.Y. Pipes & Drums

”Through Triumph and Tragedy: 50 Years of the F.D.N.Y. Pipes & Drums” is a fascinating documentary that chronicles the 50-year history and legacy of the world-renowned bagpipe band of the Fire Department of the City of New York (F.D.N.Y.), currently in-stock and ready-to-ship from TheFireStore.

Formed in 1962, the F.D.N.Y. Pipes & Drums band was created as a way for firefighters to celebrate their Irish heritage; it has since become one of the most important institutions in the F.D.N.Y. Fittingly, in the wake of the Sept. 11 terror attacks, they made it their mission to play every funeral and memorial service for the 343 members of the F.D.N.Y. that perished while valiantly trying to save others. Their dedication turned them into a globally recognized organization that stood as a symbol of freedom and honor. 

Featuring personal, candid interviews with both charter and newer members of the band, the documentary is 1 hour and 43 minutes in duration and is narrated by retired F.D.N.Y. firefighter and character actor Jack McGee. F.D.N.Y. Chief of Department Edward Kilduff put it best: “The F.D.N.Y. Pipes & Drums are the heart and soul of the fire department.”

To view a short trailer, take a look at the video below:

For more information and to get your copy, be sure to check out our website. 

True North Fireball Pack™: Designed to do More with Less

The teardrop-shaped True North Fireball Pack™ offers everything the Spitfire™ Mid-Size Pack does plus more – in a slightly smaller package. Right now, as an added bonus, when you purchase a True North Fireball Pack™ (in red, standard, Wildland), you’ll receive a free navy DragonWear™ Nomex^® Fleece Hat, which features a double layer of fleece in the hat and the ear band for extra warmth. Read on for more details on the True North Fireball Pack™.

Designed to meet the NFPA 1977, 2005 edition specifications, the pack features Fusee pockets, and its side pockets can hold two one-liter bottles. An inner pocket can accommodate a 100-ounce (three liter) hydration reservoir of the wearer’s choosing.

The pack’s innovative Super Compression Suspension (SCS™) system alleviates the strain on your back. Its load-trapping design fastens the shoulder straps to the outside edges of the pack, thereby securing the load firmly and comfortably against you, which positions the pack’s center of gravity as close as possible to your own. Additionally, the design allows the pack to follow your movement without hesitation, swinging, or bouncing.

The pack is constructed of 1000D Cordura^®, Nylon Webbing, and has a #10 & #8 YKK^® Zipper.

For more information on the True North Fireball Pack™ and to get your free DragonWear™ Nomex^® Fleece Hat, visit TheFireStore.com.

An Innovative Yet Simple Device: The LoneStar Piglet

Developed with the specialized needs of firefighters in mind by an experienced Texas firefighter, the LoneStar Piglet is an innovative, yet beautifully simple fire-service device. Read on for more details.

Labeled as the younger brother of the LoneStar Pig, the Piglet represents the evolution of modern firefighting: It combines the proven attributes of the two working ends of the flat-head and the pick-head axe to form a different, unique shape. Weighing only six pounds, the Piglet’s strengths lie in its versatility, as it is capable of handling a number of fire-related tasks, such as roof ventilations, forcible entry, breaching walls, and breaking locks, among many others.

Its 28-inch handle is useful for pulling down drywall, shiplap, lathe and plaster, and trim. In addition, the Piglet’s Nupla fiberglass handle is manufactured using a patented process of pultruding millions of fiberglass strands combined with resin to ensure its strength and durability.

For more information on the Piglet, be sure to visit our website.

Witmer Public Safety Group Announces the Passing of Bob Hlavacek

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Robert Hlavacek, who most of you probably know as Bob. Bob passed away on March 10, 2016 after an arduous battle with Muscular Dystrophy.

After graduating from West Chester University in 1989 with a B.S. in Marketing, Bob held several roles that showed his absolute passion for marketing—from acting Junior Partner and Partner of Pennsylvania-based marketing firms, to Campaign Coordinator and Business Director of Canine Partners for Life, a non-profit provider of canine service dogs for individuals with disabilities. Bob’s incredible knowledge and drive to succeed was evident in all of his conversations; he truly didn’t miss a beat. For the last ten years, Bob worked for Witmer Public Safety Group (WPSG), serving in both the Marketing Supervisor and Public Relations Specialist roles. 

Bob was instrumental in the growth of WPSG through his development of the Marketing Department, and the phenomenal relationships he established with our advertising partners and vendors have continued to be exemplary of Bob’s level of dedication to the success of WPSG. “Bob was such an integral part of our company’s growth since he came onboard in 2005,” said WPSG Chief Executive Officer James Witmer. “He brought so much knowledge to the table, was willing to learn new things, and he pushed the boundaries of our marketing capabilities.  He challenged our team to do its best work and helped make sure that our Marketing was “Best in Class”.  On top of all those things he was also a faithful friend, a compassionate listener, and a thoughtful provider of advice.  We’ve missed having him around the office as his health declined and certainly his passing touches us all.”

One of Bob’s biggest passions outside of his career was his ministerial work. Bob worked as a Prayer Minister after attending Elijah House, an international ministry that equips and empowers individual’s hearts to be healed and changed for fulfilled life. In Bob’s words, “that was the beginning of me understanding why I was made, what God had wanted me for”. He also worked closely with Providence Church in West Chester, PA, where he was made an Honorary Pastor in 2014. “My role is one of encouragement,” Bob said in his 2013 YouTube Video, “A Body Made Whole”. “He’s refined in me my ability to play that role. I’ve embraced that role.”

Although Bob’s Muscular Dystrophy confined him to a wheelchair in 2002, he always managed to find joy in his everyday life, and lived his life with the purpose to help others do the same.

Services for Bob will be held after the Easter Holiday. In lieu of flowers, donations in Bob’s name will be accepted via Providence Church, Canine Partners for Life, and the Muscular Dystrophy Association.

To watch Bob’s YouTube Video, please visit: http://bit.ly/ABodyMadeWhole

UA Women’s ¼ Zip Job Shirt: Functional & Fashionable

You’ve been asking about it, and now it’s finally here: the Under Armour (UA) Women’s ¼ Zip Job Shirt. A comfortable combination of practicality and style, it is the first women’s-specific job shirt of its kind. Comprised of UA’s Charged Cotton®, its flattering, form-fitting cut and Princess seams create a slimmer, more streamlined silhouette than job shirts that were designed specifically for men.

To ensure the job shirt meets all your expectations, we sat down with Volunteer Firefighter, EMT, and TheFireStore employee Amanda G. to get her expert opinion.

Q: As a Volunteer Firefighter / EMT, what are some of the major perks of the job shirt?

AG: “I’ve been wearing this job shirt for about three weeks now, and I love it! You get to look like a girl without losing any of the functionality of what the guys wear. It easily tucks into bunker coats well and offers many useful features, like extra side-stow pockets that allow ample room for safely storing job-related equipment. The job shirt’s left-arm pocket offers convenient storage of pens and pencils, and a radio clip on the shoulder allows for easy, quick access. Side radio pockets can be used to house them when not in use, and microphones can be strapped to microphone holders.”

Q: What other uses does the job shirt have?

AG: “It does not have to be station-specific and can be worn casually, too. It’s designed to be worn in any weather conditions. The job shirt’s interior traps heat, so you can keep warm without the bulk. That same lightweight material also improves mobility, so I still have a full range of motion.”

Q: Would you recommend this job shirt to other female firefighters?

AG: “I would highly recommend it to any female in the emergency services field. I wear it because it fits perfectly and it functions in all capacities that I need it to. Additionally, I can wear it casually or I can wear it formally. So, it is incredibly versatile, modern-looking, and, best of all – comfortable!”

For more information on the Women’s UA ¼ Zip Job Shirt, be sure to check out our website.