Fire-Dex Blog

Fire-Dex, a global leader in PPE for first responders, is gearing up for its next chapter, announcing a leadership succession as CEO Steve Allison looks toward retirement in early 2027. Effective at the start of 2026, Lauren Burke DeVere, Fire-Dex’s current President, will move into the CEO position

“Fire-Dex Family” is more than just a catchy saying—it’s a way of operating business and life. Just ask Stacy Foster, a Fire-Dex employee who has been with the company for nearly three decades. 

Fire-Dex, a global leader in PPE for first responders, understands that performance, safety and comfort all start with gear that fits correctly. That's why the company is excited to launch theVirtual Sizer, afirst-of-its-kind toolfor the fire services thatrevolutionizes how firefighters get

When you’re on the fireground, you need to trust that every piece of your equipment is going to work properly. From hoses to flashlights, a single piece of gear that doesn’t work can jeopardize your safety. 

While International Women’s Day is a great time to celebrate the accomplishments of female firefighters, Fire-Dex remains committed to serving women all year. 

April Moore, Plant Manager of Fire-Dex in Medina, Ohio, has been with the company for 14 years. April started with Fire-Dex as a sewing associate on the pant team in 2011. She had no experience—and children who needed to be cared for. 

While it’s no secret that firefighters are at increased risk for cardiovascular health issues, the causes of those issues aren’t often discussed. 

As firefighters grow more concerned about dangerous contaminants on the fireground, many have turned to particulate barriers. 

It’s rare to find an individual who has been at the same job for nearly two decades. It’s even rarer to find someone who has been at their job for that long and still loves it—but that is the story of Michelle Guthrie.

With the risk of cancer and other serious illnesses a concern for all firefighters, it’s become more important than ever to reduce your exposure to contaminants on the fireground.