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When Is It Time to Retire Your Turnout Gear?

NFPA guidelines require turnout gear to be retired 10 years from the date of manufacture. However, sometimes turnout gear needs to be replaced before the 10-year mark. Once the protective properties of the gear have diminished, it is no longer safe to use. This blog will cover some reasons to

Meet the #FireDexFamily: Guy Crawford

Get to Know Guy!

Guy joined Fire-Dex in 2022 as Human Resources Business Partner. He is responsible for recruiting, onboarding, and being the point person for HR at our Pelham, GA location. 

Happy New Gear Is Back!

Start The New Year With New Gear!

Two words: Free gear! Our biggest giveaway of the year is back and better than ever with the return of Happy New Gear. A week’s worth of fantastic prizes for firefighters, with a new winner picked each day between December 12-16, 2022. This year, we're teaming up

Fire-Dex Launches the First-Ever NFPA 1951 Certified Technical Rescue Glove

Our new Dex-Rescue Glove provides specialized protection for rescue and recovery missions and stays breathable and comfortable on non-structural calls. 

Fire-Dex, Gear Wash Announce Three Associate Promotions, Welcome One Team Member

We're excited to announce the promotion of three associates and welcome one member to the Fire-Dex and Gear Wash Family! 

Fire-Dex Celebrates an Award-Winning Season

We are celebrating an award-winning season with multiple honors that put the us and our people in the spotlight.

Fire-Dex and Fire Dept. Coffee Partnership

We are officially an exclusive gear partner for Fire Dept. Coffee! Protecting people is mission critical for our two companies. 

4 Things to Consider When Shopping for Fire Hoods

Fire hoods are an essential piece of a firefighter's PPE ensemble. The were originally built solely for heat and flame protection, but they have evolved to do much more. With so many options on the market, it's hard to be able to choose the best one. Which features are most important to you and

Fire-Dex & Gear Wash Help Out Hurricane Ian Search and Rescue Teams

Fire-Dex and Gear Wash are extending aid to customers affected by Hurricane Ian and the continuous recovery effort that is ongoing throughout Florida. Including critical PPE equipment and discounted cleaning and repair services to keep protective gear in top shape, we're working closely with task

Fire-Dex Welcomes Two New Associates and Announces One Promotion

We're thrilled to welcome two new associates and announce the promotion of Agnes Baker! 

Fire-Dex Onboards Two, Promotes Three Associates

We're excited to announce the promotions of three members of the Fire-Dex Family and the addition of two new associates! 

4 Steps to Clean Your Fire Hood

We all know cleaning your turnout gear twice a year is recommended by the NFPA, but do you think about your hoods too? It's easy to forget this small piece of gear, but that doesn't make it any less important! Follow these 4 quick and easy steps to get your fire hood properly cleaned.

Rapid Fire Podcast S2:E5 Educate and Innovate: Keeping Up with High-Fidelity Training

ABOUT THIS EPISODE 

Navigate the ever-changing world of fire training with Chiefs Shane Bentley and Webster Marshall as they discuss the founding principles of their organization Bearers of the Oath. Tune in as they explore the importance of high-fidelity training and express their commitment to

7 Reasons Fire-Dex is a 7-Time Top Workplace

We're proud to announce that we are a 7-time NorthCoast 99 Award recipient, an awards program that honors 99 great Northeast Ohio workplaces for top talent! 🙌

Proper Cleaning for Your Turnout Gear

NFPA 1851 is the standard on PPE selection, care and maintenance. The purpose of this standard is to reduce health and safety risks associated with improper maintenance, contamination, or damage like exposure to harmful carcinogens that are often present in structural fires. 🔥

Sometimes it's hard

Fire-Dex Announces Two Associate Promotions

We're excited to announce the well-deserved promotions of two members of the Fire-Dex Family - April Moore and MagedBaskhron

Rapid Fire Podcast S2:E4 How to Run an Efficient Fireground Search

ABOUT THIS EPISODE 

Join Andy Starnes and Chief Schwalbe as they discuss the best ways to be efficient during fireground search training and how to become a better fire instructor.

Fire-Dex Set to Expand Georgia Production Facility and Workforce

We're growing again with the significant expansion of our Pelham, Georgia manufacturing facility and production team. With planned investments totaling over $1 million, we aim to build on our strong success in the southwest Georgia region where the facility has operated since 2018. “New spending

Fire-Dex Hosts Christmas in July Giveaway

Christmas came early for our first responders! 🎁 We're hosting a one-of-a-kind Christmas in July giveaway, taking place July 22-29, 2022.  

Fire-Dex Fills New Positions, Announces Corporate Culture Initiatives

We just keep growing with the addition of three new associates! We're continuing to seek new talent as we experience tremendous growth while strengthening corporate culture among our team members. 

Five Tips for a Successful Wear Trial for Firefighter Gear

Jeff Koledo, our Vice President of Sales at Fire-Dex, shares five tips for having a successful wear trial in a guest spot from Fire Apparatus and Emergency Equipment magazine. 🔥

Rapid Fire Podcast S2:E3 Realistic Fire Training and Aggressive Mindset

ABOUT THIS EPISODE 

Understand the importance of modern and realistic firefighter training and why the benefits are invaluable with Andy Starnes and Chris Kessinger as they discuss how the industry is bridging the gap between firefighter safety and protecting the environment.   

Meet the #FireDexFamily: Kelsey McKinley, Contract Administrator

Get to Know Kelsey! 

We just keep growing with the addition of Kelsey, our Contract Administrator! In this newly created role, she is responsible for coordinating bid & contract management, price list management, and managing and creating company specifications. Kelsey also collaborates with our

Meet the #FireDexFamily: Sarina Johnson, Customer Service Rep

Get to Know Sarina!

Sarina is a vital part of our growing Fire-Dex Family bringing over 28 years of sales and customer service experience within the first responder industry. Her previous role was focused on creating quotes, bids, and contracts for customers and analyzing overall sales performance.

Rapid Fire Podcast S2:E2 Understanding Your PPE and How to Mitigate Exposure Risks

ABOUT THIS EPISODE 

Understand how to reduce exposure risks and the importance of doffing PPE correctly. In this episode, join Andy Starnes, Dr. Farzaneh Masoud, and Richard Kesler as this trio dives deep into THL & TPP, how to reduce inflammation and the future of gross decon.

Gear Wash Is Now the Nation’s Largest Bunker Gear Cleaning Company

We're pleased to announce our Minerva acquisition adds six locations to our expansive coast-to-coast equipment care network serving thousands of fire departments! 🙌 🚒

Fire-Dex at FDIC International 2022

Another great visit at FDIC International is in the books for our team! We had a blast meeting everyone who stopped by our booth to explore our products. ⭐

Meet the #FireDexFamily: Raven Bobo, Operations Supervisor

Get to Know Raven! 

As our Operations Supervisor at our Gear Wash location in Memphis, TN, Raven, is responsible for overseeing all daily operations, associate scheduling, and communication with the Memphis Fire Department. She is excellent at maintaining an efficient workflow and trains all new

Fire-Dex Honored as 2022 Smart Culture Award Recipient

BIG NEWS!! 🎉

Fire-Dex Welcomes Three New Associates, Promotes One

We continue to expand our family business with the addition of three new associates and the promotion of Anthony Costanzo! ⭐Our company has recently hired three new associates: Grant Hoffmann, Quality Assurance Administrator, Michael Bechen, Production Supervisor and Sarina Johnson, Customer

Fire-Dex Partners with Gr8west Fire and Safety

We're PUMPED to announce that we've entered a partnership with Gr8west Fire and Safety, a manufacturer representative serving the firefighting and emergency services industries. 💯Gr8west will represent us in Hawaii, Oregon, California, Arizona, New Mexico, and Nevada to assist in expanding our

ABC 24 - Memphis Firefighters Focus on Proper Gear Cleaning

Brittani Moncrease, reporter at ABC 24, visited our Gear Wash location in Memphis, TN to raise awareness about the importance of proper PPE cleaning and maintenance within the fire service! 👏

Meet the #FireDexFamily: Erika Fullick, METRO Account Representative

Get to Know Erika!

Prior to joining us, Erika worked at Frazer selling made to order custom ambulances. "I loved setting a standard of customer service that other vendors were forced to meet in this industry." As our METRO Account Representative, Erika uses her communication and leadership skills

Fire-Dex Honors 2021 Top Dealers and Rainmakers

We're thrilled to announce our 2021 Top Dealers and Rainmakers! These hard-working companies and individuals have displayed immense dedication and passion while fulfilling our mission to "Serve Those Who Serve" over the past year. We appreciate their continuous efforts to support our Fire-Dex

When Should You Consider Renting Your Fire Gear?

Taylor Burke Gilman, our President at Gear Wash, highlights when departments should consider renting fire gear in a guest spot from Carolina Fire Journal! 🚒

Meet the #FireDexFamily: Katie Schmitt, Operations Supervisor

Get to Know Katie!

As our Operations Supervisor, Katie is responsible for overseeing the planning and organization of production at our Gear Wash location in Milwaukee, Wisconsin! In her spare time, she studies Chemical Technologies and volunteers with At-Risk Youth in her local community. 

Rapid Fire Podcast S2:E1 Addressing Mental Health in the Fire Service

ABOUT THIS EPISODE 

First responders are expected to be calm and level-headed but the stressors faced by those in the fire service can have a cumulative impact on mental health and well-being. Listen in as Andy Starnes and Dena Ali discuss the stigma associated with firefighters seeking help and

Fire-Dex Announces Six Associate Promotions After a Year of Rapid Growth

After a successful year of growth, we're thrilled to announce the promotions of six key associates! 🔥

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