Pierce™ Dispatch Podcast

Pierce™ Dispatch offers an insider look at the dynamic world of firefighting. Each episode opens the door to explore a never-before-seen side of fire truck manufacturing and the fire industry, examining what goes into managing lifesaving missions and community challenges each day. From fire apparatus tools and technology, to fire truck equipment, trends and processes, Pierce™ Dispatch offers a unique perspective on what it takes to succeed on the frontlines of firefighting. Hosted by Pierce Manufacturing representatives and featuring fire apparatus and equipment experts and fire service professionals as guests, Pierce™ Dispatch echoes the timely and relevant information often found in firefighter field communications.

Pierce™ Dispatch Podcast is a business podcast hosted by Pierce™ Dispatch, with 56 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Pierce™ Dispatch hosts Pierce™ Dispatch Podcast, a business show with 56 episodes published.

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  Episode 54: The Difference Between ARFF Trucks and Municipal Trucks

  Aug 14, 202616 min

  Send us Fan Mail Date Aired: 8/14/2026 Featuring: Host Alie Reetz & Brian Snodgrass Guests: Brian Snodgrass is the regional sales manager at Oshkosh Airport Products. Alie Reetz is a marketing associate at Pierce. Key Takeaways: Key Takeaways: ARFF vs. Municipal Difference between ARFF vehicles and municipal fire apparatus ARFF Configurations Comparing the Striker ARFF 4x4, 6x6, and 8x8 Striker 4x4 Striker 6x6 Striker 8x8 Striker ARFF Vehicle Reference Guide New Deliveries ARFF Features ECO EFP K-Factor ClearSky Intelligence Snozzle HRET Four Key Capabilities to Consider When Designing Your Next Striker ARFF Vehicle Top 4 Reasons the HRET is a Game-Changing Feature on ARFF Vehicles ARFF Vehicle Turrets for Fire Suppression Recent Advancements of the Oshkosh Snozzle Top Five Features of the Striker ARFF Vehicle Tak-4® Independent Suspension Tak-4 Independent Suspension Why to Incorporate Independent Suspensions in ARFF Vehicle Design Striker® ARFF Configurations Comparing the Striker ARFF 4x4, 6x6, and 8x8 Suppression Agents Water, Foam and Dry Chemical for ARFF Fire Suppression ARFF Foam Testing and Environmental Impact Oshkosh's ECO EFP: The Next Step in ARFF Foam Testing Oshkosh® Striker® Volterra® Electric ARFF Striker Volterra Electric ARFF Striker Volterra ARFF Vehicle Guide Acceleration of Striker Volterra ARFF Truck 11 Advanced Features of the Striker Volterra Electric ARFF Truck Volterra Electric ARFF EV Battery Capabilities Electric Vehicle Technology and Why It Matters Striker Volterra Electric ARFF Advanced Features Fact Sheet (PDF) Join us as we continue to bring together customers, industry professionals and Pierce experts in future episodes, providing a platform for insightful discussions on the advancements and challenges within the firefighting community. Whether you’re in the market for the latest in fire apparatus technology, or just passionate about the firefighting community and its evolution, this episode of Pierce™ Dispatch is for you. For any feedback, questions or to subscribe, visit the Pierce™ Dispatch page .

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  Episode #53

  Episode 53: Pumpers & the Evolution of the Pierce PUC™ Pump Review Document

  Jul 31, 202616 minS3

  Send us Fan Mail We are ‘pumped’ for Episode No.53 of the Pierce™ Dispatch! John Schultz, Pierce’s vice president and general manager, takes a deep dive on the pumper products and the evolution of the Pierce PUC™ Pump. He shares his first-hand perspective on watching the Pierce PUC Pump transform from a new innovation into a core feature in today's industry. Tune in now for exclusive configuration insights and design offerings. Date Aired: 7/31/2026 Featuring: Host Dan Meyer and John Schultz Guests: John Schultz is the vice president and general manager at Pierce. Dan Meyer is the vice president of sales at Pierce. Key Takeaways: Pumpers Pumpers Pumper Comparison Blog Pumper Fire Apparatus: Overview and Examples Pumper Fire Truck Design: 6 Key Features BX™ Pumper Heavy-Duty Rescue Pumper High Flow Industrial Apparatus Mini Pumper Pumper Responder BX™ Wildland Pierce® Volterra® Multipurpose Fire Trucks Advancements in Rescue Pumper Storage Pierce PUC™ Pump Pierce PUC™ Pierce Ultimate Configuration: Key Benefits Custom Chassis Enforcer™ Impel® Saber® Velocity® Commercial Chassis Commercial Chassis Freightliner International Kenworth Foam Systems Foam Systems Hercules™ CAFS Husky™ 3 Husky™ 12 Husky™ Industrial Fire-Fighting Foam: What It Is and Why Departments Need It Fire Suppression Fire Suppression Regional Factors Urban Firefighting: Design and Configuration Examples How Does Elevation Impact Pump Performance? Fire Trucks and Features That Best Serve Rural Markets Wildland Fire Truck Case Study Wildland Urban Interface Fire Trucks: 11 Key Design Features How to Winterize Your Fire Truck 6 Summer Tips for Keeping Your Fire Truck Cool Fire Apparatus Procurement Committees 4 Critical Factors for an Effective Procurement Committee How to Conduct a Community Needs Assessment Lexington County's Procurement Committee in Action Fire Truck Purchasing Guide Fire Apparatus Design Fire Apparatus Design: A Step-by-Step Guide 3 Ways to Simplify the Design and Ordering Process Industrial Fire Truck Design, Selection and Use The Order Lifecycle of a Fire Truck Fire Truck Ergonomics: 11 Features to Enhance Safety Fire Truck Storage: Compartment and Storage Systems FAQ Pierce Road Rally Pierce Road Rally 2026 Road Rally Reaches Midpoint Join us as we continue to bring together customers, industry professionals and Pierce experts in future episodes, providing a platform for insightful discussions on the advancements and challenges within the firefighting community. Whether you’re in the market for the latest in fire apparatus technology, or just passionate about the firefighting community and its evolution, this episode of Pierce™ Dispatch is for you. For any feedback, questions or to subscribe, visit the Pierce™ Dispatch page .

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  Episode 52: Fleet Consistency - Operational & Maintenance Advantage: Little Rock Fire Department

  Jul 17, 202610 minS3

  Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we discuss the operational and maintenance benefits of fire apparatus fleet consistency. Division chief, John Clamp shares Little Rock Fire Department’s efforts to achieve a consistent fleet to strengthen responses and maximize apparatus uptime. Listen now. Date Aired: 7/17/2026 Featuring: Host Alie Reetz and John Clamp Guests: John Clamp is a Division Chief for the Little Rock Fire Department. Alie Reetz is a marketing associate at Pierce. Key Takeaways: Fleet Consistency New delivery: Little Rock Standardizing your fire truck fleet Supporting the first five minutes Fire apparatus trends Product support Apparatus Service & Maintenance Maintenance and service training Parts and product support Product support Winter maintenance tips First five minutes Podcast: Service and maintenance training Podcast: Lifecycle Pierce Parts Parts and product support Fire Apparatus Procurement Committees Fire truck purchasing guide Lexington Fire Dept. How to conduct a community needs assessment Pierce Dealers Dealer benefits Pumpers Pumper comparison Pumper fire apparatus Ascendant® 100’ Heavy-Duty Aerial Tower Heavy duty aerial truck comparison Aerials Ascendant class Join us as we continue to bring together customers, industry professionals and Pierce experts in future episodes, providing a platform for insightful discussions on the advancements and challenges within the firefighting community. Whether you’re in the market for the latest in fire apparatus technology, or just passionate about the firefighting community and its evolution, this episode of Pierce™ Dispatch is for you. For any feedback, questions or to subscribe, visit the Pierce™ Dispatch page .

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  Episode 51: Ascendant® 100' Heavy-Duty Aerial Tower Compartmentation & Pump Panel Design with Paris Fire Department, Texas

  Jul 3, 202619 min

  Send us Fan Mail Fire apparatus compartmentation and pump panel design are critical factors when procuring a fire apparatus. In Episode No.51 of the Pierce™ Dispatch Podcast, deputy chief Chad Graves of the Paris Fire Department discusses the compartmentation and pump panel design of their new Enforcer™ Ascendant® 100’ Heavy-Duty Aerial Tower. Tune in to learn more about how their department designed this apparatus to best serve their needs for every response. Date Aired : 7/3/2026 Featuring : Host Dan Meyer and Chad Graves Guests : Dan Meyer is the vice president of sales at Pierce. Chad Graves is the deputy chief for Paris Fire Department in Paris, Texas. Key Takeaways : Ascendant® 100’ Heavy-Duty Aerial Tower Heavy duty aerial truck comparison Types of aerials Ascendant class aerial guide Podcast episode: All things aerials Podcast episode: Monument fire district Podcast episode: Aerial overview Podcast episode: Ascendant tower overview What is a quint Compartmentation Maximize aerial fire truck storage Compartment storage systems FAQ Podcast episode: pumper design Apparatus Service & Maintenance Podcast episode: Best practices Service and maintenance guide Parts and product support Maintenance and service training Product support offerings Product support Winter maintenance tips First five minutes Podcast episode: Service and maintenance training Podcast episode: Fire apparatus lifecycle Pierce dealers Find a dealer Dealer benefits Join us as we continue to bring together customers, industry professionals and Pierce experts in future episodes, providing a platform for insightful discussions on the advancements and challenges within the firefighting community. Whether you’re in the market for the latest in fire apparatus technology, or just passionate about the firefighting community and its evolution, this episode of Pierce™ Dispatch is for you. For any feedback, questions or to subscribe, visit the Pierce™ Dispatch page .

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  Episode 50: Fire Apparatus Maintenance Best Practices

  Jun 19, 202616 min

  Send us Fan Mail In emergency response, there's no room for equipment failure. When communities dial 911, they expect an immediate, reliable response from their fire department. This expectation places enormous responsibility on fire apparatus and the maintenance programs in place to keep them operational. Our latest episode with Jon Lamers, customer service manager of technical support and fleet, covers fire apparatus maintenance best practices including routine maintenance, regional service factors and more. Tune in now. Date Aired: 6/19/2026 Featuring: Host Alie Reetz and Jon Lamers Guests: Alie Reetz is a marketing associate at Pierce. Jon Lambers is the customer service manager of technical support and fleet at Pierce. Key Takeaways: Apparatus Service & Maintenance Pierce parts and product support Maintenance and service training Fire truck product support Product support Winter maintenance tips First five minutes Podcast: Service and maintenance training Podcast: Lifecycle Pierce Parts Parts and product support Regional Maintenance How to winterize your fire truck Tips to keep your fire truck cool Elevation and pump performance HVAC system advancements ClearSky Intelligence™ Connected Solutions Electrical systems Benefits of fire truck telematics Benefits of connected systems Podcast: FDIC 2026 Podcast: ClearSky Intelligence Connected Solutions Pierce Dealers Dealer benefits Pierce Careers Why an experienced workforce matters Join us as we continue to bring together customers, industry professionals and Pierce experts in future episodes, providing a platform for insightful discussions on the advancements and challenges within the firefighting community. Whether you’re in the market for the latest in fire apparatus technology, or just passionate about the firefighting community and its evolution, this episode of Pierce™ Dispatch is for you. For any feedback, questions or to subscribe, visit the Pierce™ Dispatch page .

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