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Here I explain how effective water tender design is driven by how a fire department actually operates, not just by maximizing features or tank size. It emphasizes that while all tenders serve the same core purpose—moving water—the best trucks are flexible, reliable, and tailored to real-world use, whether that’s drop tank operations, engine nursing, or wildland support.
Elkhart Brass has introduced the Electric Xtender, a motorized deck gun extension that deploys in 10 seconds, raises 18 inches above the pump panel, and can flow water in both the raised and lowered positions. Here is what that adds up to in practical terms.
Here is a quick demo of our poly slam doors. As you may already know, we use poly for our tanks and the body. When it comes to slam doors we do the same thing. Highly impact resistant, highly durable and never going to rust.