E-ONE Shows First Responders How to 'Make the Job Better' at the 2008 FDIC

OCALA, Fla., April 17 /PRNewswire/ -- E-ONE introduced several new safety
features, leading edge communications technology, and a new pumper design to
show first responders ways to 'Make the Job Better' at the 2008 Fire
Department Instructor's Conference.
"These products were developed to enhance the safety and performance
capabilities of fire departments, and we have been pleased with the resulting
positive customer feedback," said Peter Guile, president of E-ONE, Inc. "We
are listening to our customers and focusing our highly experienced research
and development teams to design innovative solutions to meet their diverse
needs in mission-critical vehicles."
The advancements featured by E-ONE at the 2008 FDIC showed first
responders how to Control Better, Protect Better and Connect Better in the
following ways:
Control Better
G4(TM), E-ONE's exclusive electronic stability control system, ensures
first responders make it to the scene quickly and safely. Utilizing sensors
on each wheel to constantly monitor driving conditions, G4 intervenes when
critical lateral acceleration is detected or if the tires begin to slip.
E-ONE's independent front suspension system was designed and built
specifically for first responder vehicles, providing unmatched handling and
stability. This unique system delivers a smoother ride on rough roads due to
greater articulation and an impressive travel distance of 10".
E-ONE's new Synergy(TM) pumper design features an ultra-compact and
extremely versatile pump module to provide better access to the pump. This
compact pump panel allows Synergy to feature a short wheelbase but not fall
short on compartment space -- Synergy offers up to 528 cubic feet of
compartment storage. Synergy is available on a custom or commercial chassis
in either a side-mount or a top-mount configuration.
Protect Better
E-ONE integrated a state-of-the-art rollover protection system into its
proven chassis design to make one of the safest cabs in the industry even
safer. Roll sensors detect when a rollover is inevitable and activate the
system by first tightening seat belts to secure firefighters to their seats.
Side airbags are then deployed to cushion the heads and necks of firefighters
riding at each front and rear outboard location.
CrewGuard(TM), E-ONE's occupant detection system, uses an audible warning
system and visual display to make sure all occupants are buckled in. Once
buckled, crew members are held firmly in place with E-ONE's unique tether
system which secures the ABTS seat backs to the rigid cab structure. This
allows the seats to experience less deflection and increases occupant safety.
Connect Better
E-ONE partnered with Incident Communications Solutions (ICS) to offer an
interoperability package like no other. Introduced in August, Comms-ONE
provides a first-to-arrive lifeline for those on the front lines of public
safety and emergency management. This SUV-based system delivers radio
communications, data, telephone and video conferencing via satellite anywhere
the incident dictates, enabling first responders to set up a base of
operations at a moment's notice.
Learn how E-ONE can help Control Better, Protect Better and Connect Better
at http://www.makethejobbetter.com.
About E-ONE
As a leading manufacturer of fire rescue vehicles, E-ONE engineers and
builds a complete line of apparatus including hazardous materials units,
explosive ordnance disposal vehicles, command centers and aircraft rescue
vehicles. E-ONE is an ISO 9001 registered manufacturer and is a subsidiary of
Federal Signal Corporation, listed on the New York Stock Exchange as
(NYSE: FSS). When lives are in the balance and seconds count.
About Federal Signal
Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) is a leader in advancing security
and well-being for communities and workplaces around the world. The company
designs and manufactures a suite of products and integrated solutions for
municipal, governmental, industrial and airport customers. Federal Signal's
portfolio of trusted, high-priority products include Bronto aerial devices,
Elgin and Ravo street sweepers, E-ONE fire apparatus, Federal Signal safety
and security systems, Guzzler industrial vacuums, Jetstream waterblasters and
Vactor sewer cleaners. In addition, the company operates consumable industrial
tooling businesses. Federal Signal was founded in 1901 and is based in Oak
Brook, Illinois.
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Amanda Davis, Marketing and Communications Manager of E-ONE, +1-352-861-3578,
fax, +1-352-237-1151, adavis@e-one.com