CHARLOTTE, Mich., April 8, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Spartan Emergency
Response ("Spartan" or "Spartan ER"), a business unit of Spartan
Motors, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPAR) ("Spartan" or the "Company"), will
introduce a new aerial and pumper at the Fire Department
Instructors Conference (FDIC) this month. The all new purpose-built
designs include a 93' Mid-Mount Platform designed for
operation in tight spaces, and an evolution to the Intelligent Pump
Solution pumper, the IPS-NXT, which allows for traditional pumper
volume in a more maneuverable platform.
The fire trucks are on display at Spartan Motors' booth #5121 at
FDIC, together with eleven apparatus and two cab and chassis models
representing the Spartan, Smeal, Ladder Tower, and UST product
lines. Spartan will also be showcasing a UST Heritage Tanker
mounted on a Freightliner 114 SD Chassis at the Freightliner booth
#5020.
FDIC is the world's largest firefighting tradeshow, bringing
together first responders from more than 65 countries for a
weeklong expo showcasing the latest in emergency response
technology and safety innovations. The conference runs April 8-13 at the Indiana Convention Center and Lucas Oil
Stadium, in Indianapolis.
"FDIC is a terrific platform to share our new safety-driven
designs," said Todd Fierro,
President, Spartan Emergency Response. "Spartan is committed to
engineering solutions that advance first responder safety and
efficiency, and we do so with an unmatched commitment to
manufacturing excellence."
With safety at the forefront, the Company's new Ladder Tower 93'
Mid-Mount Platform presents unparalleled performance in a compact
package. As one of the most maneuverable vehicles in Spartan ER's
product line, the truck design allows for unmatched agility in
tight urban and suburban environments. Building on Ladder Tower's
industry-leading aerial prowess, the new 93' Mid-Mount Platform
offers fire departments across the country proven performance and
long-term reliability alongside unrestricted agility on fireground
operations.
Spartan's second new truck being unveiled at FDIC, the IPS-NXT,
offers first responders a powerful rescue pumper combination with a
compact design, making it one of the most versatile pumpers in the
industry. Its tight turn radius, short wheelbase, high horsepower,
compact external cab dimension (available in a 94-inch cab), and
maximum water flows provides a balanced and high performing
platform for urban, suburban, or rural operations. The IPS-NXT is
the ultimate solution for departments that demand a
multi-functional pumper without compromising high-flow pump
capacity.
"With output up to 2,250 gallons per minute, Spartan's IPS-NXT's
compact design is as unassuming as it is unprecedented," continued
Fierro. "Our industry hasn't seen this type of rescue pumper, and
based on customer feedback, it's a welcome addition to the
industry."
The IPS-NXT provides the capabilities of a large pumper with the
versatility of a rescue unit, yet its smaller footprint makes it
easier to maneuver in tight spaces. Its engine is a Cummins X12
with up to 600 HP; 500HP in a narrow cab. The truck is also
customizable to provide lower flows and alternate engine packages
and other characteristics to tailor to the changing needs of the
departments it will serve.
Both trucks feature the industry's top-rated Spartan Advanced
Protection System® which includes outboard sensors, side-impact
protection, driver-side knee airbags, full side-curtain airbags,
and advanced seatbelts.
The following Spartan vehicles will be on-site at its
display:
- 93' Mid-Mount Platform with High-Air Intake – new product
launch
- IPS-NXT – new product launch
- 110' Rear Mount Ladder – Cronomer Valley, New York
- Top Mount Pumper – Leroy
Township, Michigan
- 100' Rear Mount Platform – Noblesville, Indiana
- 75' Aerial with 35K Rear Axle –
demo vehicle
- 105' Rearmount Aerial – Chattanooga,
Tennessee
- S-180 Model 2114
- Side Mount WUI type Pumper – Valparaiso, Chile
- Side Mount Rescue Pumper – Vaughan,
Ontario
- UST Elliptical Tanker – O'Fallon, Illinois
- Metro Star Chassis – Geyersville, California
To find out more about Spartan Emergency Response, visit
emergencyresponse.spartanmotors.com.
About Spartan Motors
Spartan Motors, Inc. is the
North American leader in specialty vehicle manufacturing and
assembly for the commercial and retail vehicle industries
(including last-mile delivery, specialty service, and
vocation-specific upfit segments), as well as for the emergency
response and recreational vehicle markets. The Company is organized
into three core business segments, including Spartan Fleet Vehicles
and Services, Spartan Emergency Response, and Spartan Specialty
Vehicles. Today, its family of brands also include Spartan
Authorized Parts, Spartan Factory Service Centers, Utilimaster®,
Strobes-R-Us™, Smeal, Ladder Tower™, and UST®. Spartan Motors and
its go-to-market brands are well known in their respective
industries for quality, durability, aftermarket product support,
and first-to-market innovation. The Company employs approximately
2,300 associates, and operates facilities in Michigan, Indiana, Pennsylvania, South
Carolina, Florida,
Missouri, Nebraska, South
Dakota; Saltillo, Mexico;
and Lima, Peru. Spartan reported
sales of $816 million in 2018. Learn
more about Spartan Motors at www.spartanmotors.com.
CONTACTS:
Samara
Hamilton
Corporate Director of Marketing and Communications Spartan Motors,
Inc.
Samara.Hamilton@spartanmotors.com
(517) 997-3860
Matt Jackson
Managing Director, Partner Lambert
mjackson@lambert.com
(616) 233-0500
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