Fire-Dex Blog

No one gets into firefighting expecting it to be an easy job. From tight spaces to flames to carrying hose up flights of stairs, firefighting puts a huge strain on the body.

We were recently spotlighted by JPMorganChase as part of their “Make Momentum Happen” campaign, which highlights their work with local businesses.

At Fire-Dex, we’re passionate about the first responders we build gear for. Our mission is “to serve those who serve” and we take that seriously every day. 

Fire-Dex, the nation’s fastest growing manufacturer of PPE for first responders, and  Gear Wash, a subsidiary of Fire-Dex and the country’s largest Independent Service Provider (ISP) of PPE care and maintenance, have filled one position and promoted three associates over the last quarter.  

For firefighters, gloves are a crucial part of your safety gear. While maybe less talked about than your turnouts, a good pair of gloves can be the difference between injury and getting home. 

It’s no secret that firefighting is an incredibly demanding job—physically and mentally, it takes a lot to do your job well. 

It’s no big secret that Fire-Dex and Fire Department Coffeeget along really well. 

For firefighters, the obvious enemy on the fireground is fire. Avoiding injury and death on the fireground often means avoiding flames. 

For a long time, firefighters have had only two clothing options while on duty. 

Fire-Dex, a global leader in personal protective equipment (PPE) for firefighters and emergency responders, is excited to announce the launch of the RescuePro Package, a bundle designed to provide the right gear for non-structural calls. Combining three of Fire-Dex’s best-selling alternative PPE

The popular image of a firefighter is someone who, well, fights fires. And while that’s certainly a big part of the job description, the fact is that most calls aren’t actually structure fire related. 

Fire-Dex, the nation’s fastest growing manufacturer of PPE for first responders, and Gear Wash, a subsidiary of Fire-Dex and the country’s largest Independent Service Provider (ISP) of PPE care and maintenance, have filled three positions and promoted two associates over the last quarter. 

Suspenders have one job: Keep your pants from falling down on the job. 

Wildfires are perhaps the most-discussed type of fire in the general population. And with good reason: In 2023 alone, there were over 56,000 wildfires in the United States. Approximately 85% of wildfires are caused by humans. 

Today, there are over 90,000 female firefighters in the United States. While that is less than 10% of the overall firefighting force, that number has been rising in recent years. 

Note: This article originally appeared in the June 2024 Issue of International Fire Fighter magazine, page 60.

Fire-Dex is excited to announce a game-changing service for fire departments everywhere: The new FXR Express and FXM Express lines offering premium turnout gear shipped in just five-10 business days.

At Fire-Dex, our mission is “To Serve Those Who Serve.” That mission means that all of our gear is designed to keep you safe while you do your job. 

Two things in firefighting will always be true:

Firefighters respond to a lot of different calls. From structural fires to MVAs to natural disasters to gas leaks, no day is ever the same. 

The Fire-Dex team just wrapped up another incredible FDIC in Indianapolis. From new product launches to large giveaways to meeting face-to-face with some of our heroes, it was a great week of connection and learning.

This article first appeared in the International Fire Buyer March edition magazine (pgs. 42-44).

Fire-Dex, the nation’s fastest growing manufacturer of PPE for first responders, has recently filled four positions and announced five associate promotions.