Resource Room

Earlier this month, thousands of firefighting professionals and other industry experts gathered in Indianapolis for FDIC International to discover what the future holds for a dynamic, changing industry. Attendance this year broke records with more than 37,000 participating in the events and festivities.  

Hale has proudly partnered with Embers of Hope to sponsor the 2025 Burn Survivor Camp, providing young burn survivors with a life-changing experience filled with healing, support, and fun.

We sat down with a handful of employees at FDIC in 2024 to hear what they value most about working for IDEX Fire & Safety.

Akron Brass has consistently driven fire and safety innovations for over 100 years, from the early days of durable brass equipment to today’s groundbreaking SAM Smart Nozzle. 

Staffing shortages are a growing concern for departments of all sizes, leaving firefighters stretched thin as they respond to increasingly complex emergencies. That’s where technology comes in—not as a replacement for people, but as a critical ally.  

Fire departments nationwide are facing a similar challenge: recruiting and retaining enough qualified staff to meet the needs of their communities.

In the high-stakes scenarios of emergency response, every second counts, and the readiness of both vehicles and rescue tools can make a difference in saving lives.  

The biggest challenge facing the department was discovering a creative solution to decrease accidents and falls as firefighters got on and off the trucks.

The Fire Rescue International (FRI) conference and expo hosted by the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) will be held August 13-15, 2025 in Orlando, FL. 

The Fire Department Instructors Conference (FDIC) will be held April 7-12, 2025 in Indianapolis, IN.  

The Technology Summit International (TSI) hosted by the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) will be held December 4-6, 2024 in Oklahoma City, OK.