Pierce Facilities Upgrade Series Part Two: Fabrication and Welding Optimization
July 23, 2026 At Pierce® Manufacturing, each fire truck starts as raw steel and aluminum. Flat sheets and structural components undergo hundreds of cuts, bends and welds to become the chassis, body and aerial assemblies our customers depend on. Our Facilities Upgrade Series offers a behind-the-scenes look at the advanced technologies and strategic investments enhancing Pierce’s manufacturing processes. In Part … Continue reading "Pierce Facilities Upgrade Series Part Two: Fabrication and Welding Optimization" ...Read More
The Optimal 7-Step Fire Truck Painting Process
June 22, 2026 When it comes to your fire apparatus, you may think that all surface painting processes are created equal. You may be surprised to learn how the paint is mixed and the steps used to apply the paint can make a difference in the surface quality, paint longevity and overall appearance of your fire apparatus. By … Continue reading "The Optimal 7-Step Fire Truck Painting Process" ...Read More
Pierce Case Study: Hershey Volunteer Fire Company
April 14, 2026 When the Hershey Volunteer Fire Company needed to enhance their frontline capabilities, they turned to Pierce Manufacturing to deliver new apparatus. For a volunteer department serving a dynamic population with a wide range of incident types, customization, reliability and ease of operation are critical. From understanding a Unique Community and its Demands, to the Challenges … Continue reading "Pierce Case Study: Hershey Volunteer Fire Company" ...Read More
Pierce Capacity Growth
February 22, 2026 Since 2022, Pierce Manufacturing has embarked on a multi-year transformation designed to strengthen its production capacity, enhance quality and reduce lead times for fire apparatus nationwide. Through major facility expansions, cutting-edge technology and strategic workforce growth, Pierce is investing in the future of apparatus manufacturing in the United States. Get the whole story here! ...Read More
Demers Introduces FXP 174 Type I Ambulance Featuring FX Action Seats
November 3, 2025 Demers Ambulances has debuted the all-new FXP 174 Type 1 ambulance that incorporates Demers’ exclusive FX Action Seats, which allow for greater responder mobility, advanced patient care, elevated safety and greater ergonomics and comfort for medics. See the whole story here. ...Read More
Pierce Road Rally 2025
June 23, 2025 Join us for Educational and Hands-On Engagement Opportunities! The Road Rally features a diverse set of Pierce fire trucks, and Pierce product experts will be on hand to answer questions. ...Read More
Glick EMS attends Code EMS Conference
February 21, 2025 Glick EMS was honored to attend the Code EMS Conference held at the Kalahari Resorts & Convention Center in Pocono Manor PA. Thank you to Emmaus Ambulance Corp, Southern York EMS, and Plains Volunteer Ambulance Assoc for displaying their units. ...Read More
Penn State Health adds new, specially equipped pediatric ambulance to its fleet
September 10, 2024 A new pediatric ambulance has joined the Penn State Health Life Lion Critical Care Transport fleet. The new Braun ambulance features several pieces of specialty equipment, including a transport isolette for infants, a ventilator and a more robust oxygen system as compared to a regular ambulance. It also features additional space in the patient compartment, which allows … Continue reading "Penn State Health adds new, specially equipped pediatric ambulance to its fleet" ...Read More
Harleysville Facility Now Open
December 8, 2023 Our Montgomery County facility has moved to Harleysville! ...Read More
Pierceopedia™: Fire Truck Terms from A-Z
October 19, 2023 Pierceopedia, a new online glossary from Pierce Manufacturing, is an alphabetic universe of fire truck terminology! ...Read More
