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Fire-Dex Donates Decon Bags for Firefighter Safety

Medina, Ohio – April 3, 2019 – As part of Fire-Dex’s ‘WE CARE’ initiative, the firefighter apparel manufacturer announced today that they will be distributing an airtight, single-use Decon Bag with every turnout gear purchase that leaves their headquarters in Medina, Ohio.

Fire-Dex Q&A with Production Team Lead, Eryn Churnega

Eryn Churnega joined Fire-Dex in February 2005 and is currently a 2nd Shift Production Team Lead. Get to know more about Eryn and her hobbies in our Q&A.

George Washington: Past President and Firefighter

As we celebrate Presidents’ Day, we highlight the first President of the United States AND past volunteer firefighter, George Washington.  George served Alexandria Fire Department in Virginia after it was founded in 1774.

Particulate Blocking Hoods and High Heat Conditions

Captain Chris Mitchum with the city of Alexandria, Louisiana was on the second due engine at a two-story residential building with heavy smoke and fire showing on the first floor. The first due crew was working on the fire at the front door, and Captain Chris and his firefighter were assigned to

Fire-Dex Welcomes Taylor Burke as Customer Relations Manager

Medina, Ohio - January 21, 2019 - Fire-Dex welcomes Taylor Burke as the new Customer Relations Manager, based out of Tampa, FL. Taylor is the youngest daughter of Bill Burke, Fire-Dex's owner and CEO.

Win a Set of FXR Gear Made with Armor AP

It's time for our monthly giveaway! This month we've partnered with Safety Components to give away a custom set of FXR turnout gear made with Armor AP!

Q&A With Sewing Supervisor April Moore

April Moore joined Fire-Dex in June, 2011 as a Production Associate and was promoted to a Production Team Leader in October, 2017. Effective, January of 2019, April will begin her new role of Sewing Supervisor! Get to know more about April and her hobbies in our Q&A.

How Strong is TECGEN71?

Light. Thin. Flexible.

Our TECGEN71 Outer Shell was carefully engineered using Milliken. Known for its long history of fire-resistant fabric manufacturing and military attire, Milliken shares a common goal with us; protect those who protect us.

Change The Way You Think About Your PPE With The Interceptor Package

Change The Statistic And Defend Yourself

Statistics have shown the risks firefighters face in their line of duty, especially as it relates to cancer and heat stress. Unfortunately, job-related exposure to carcinogens and other fire-ground toxins is a reality, but there are changes your department

3 Effective Ways to Prevent Firefighter Heat Stress

Effects of High-Heat on Firefighter Personnel

Firefighting is a stressful occupation that causes personnel to work in high-heat conditions. This carries a high-heat burden on the body overtime. It's clear that firefighters regularly exert themselves in dangerous and unpredictable environments.

  

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