Category Archives: Grease Grits
It’s Heating Up
April 1, 2025
Welcome Spring! In addition to enjoying warmer weather, Spring is also a crucial time to ensure your equipment is in optimal condition for upcoming months. INSPECT YOUR ONSPOT SYSTEM Check all components: including chains, brackets, and control mechanisms, for any signs of wear or damage. Replace any worn-out parts to ensure proper functioning. Clean and … Continue reading "It’s Heating Up"
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Winterizing and Preventive Maintenance
November 22, 2024
As the leaves begin to turn colors and the air turns crisp, we are reminded that winter and the inclement weather it brings with it is just around the corner. Inclement weather should not hinder emergency response time. Here are two key products available to prepare your apparatus. CARWELL One of the most vulnerable areas … Continue reading "Winterizing and Preventive Maintenance"
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TAK-4 Maintenance
June 1, 2024
In 2001, Pierce changed the industry by introducing TAK-4 Independent Front Suspension (IFS), engineered specifically for Pierce vehicles. Pierce now offers TAK-4 Independent Rear Suspension (IRS) which applies the same military grade performance to the rear for supreme ride performance. For maximum mobility, Pierce also delivers TAK-4 T3 system, which combines the advantages of TAK-4 … Continue reading "TAK-4 Maintenance"
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Schedule Your Mobile Pump Testing Now!
March 1, 2024
Glick Fire Equipment operates two Draft Commanders for onsite fire apparatus pump testing within PA, helping fire departments comply with NFPA Standards.Testing should be done annually to ensure your apparatus will perform as you expect it to. BENEFITS OF USING MOBILE PUMP TESTINGThese units are an alternative to test pits. They use clean, clear water … Continue reading "Schedule Your Mobile Pump Testing Now!"
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Apparatus Accidents
September 1, 2023
What Can You Do Prevent It? Confident Apparatus Maintenance! 7 Basic Guidelines for Weekly Vehicle Inspections, of all Emergency Vehicles…Fire Trucks, Ambulances, Squads, etc. “Any changes, drifting, pulling, noises, clinks, clanks, or knocks need to be documented and investigated promptly.“ If you notice an issue that needs attention, contact our service department. One of our … Continue reading "Apparatus Accidents"
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Our New Parts Website Has Launched!
June 1, 2023
Our website has a simple and clean design that is easy to use. There are approximately 200 of our more popular parts offered on the site currently, and we will continue to add more each month. Check out all the features at GlickParts.com. If you don’t see a part online, we still stock thousands of … Continue reading "Our New Parts Website Has Launched!"
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Pump Service and Testing
March 1, 2023
Protect your Investment … Protect your Citizens! Today’s fire trucks are built with many complex systems. Those systems all require maintenance to keep your front line truck ready. One of those components at the heart of the truck is the fire pump, and it’s no exception when it comes to some basic maintenance. GLICK offers … Continue reading "Pump Service and Testing"
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