A New and Well-equipped Fire-tender
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WITH the Morris-Commercial 2-ton chassis as its basis, a fire-tender has recently been built by the North London Engineering Co., Ltd., Willesden, London, N.W.10, to the specification of Mr. R. Adam, A.I.FireE., superintendent of the Edmonton Fire Brigade. An excellent feature is the large amount of locker space provided for equipment. A first-aid pump, manufactured by Charles Wynn and Co., is fitted and is driven from the gearbox through phosphor bronze double-helical gears.
The pump is capable of delivering 10 gallons per minute at a pressure of 120 lb. per sq. in. through a 1-in. nozzle, or seven gallons per minute at a pressure of 150 lb. per sq. in. through nozzle. A 40-gallon water tank is carried. The pump reel carries 120 ft. of •1-in. hose, and the tank capacity has been shown to be ample to deal with outbreaks of fire of a minor character.
Seats for 12 firemen are set longitudinally, and large lockers, accessible by lifting the seats, enable a quantity of fire-fighting equipment to be accommodated. Hinged panels on the outside of the body also give access to the equipment lockers, and at the bottom these lockers are cut short so that the
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spring shackles can readily be lubricated. These spaces are, however, covered by the hinged panels, thus giving a smooth, clean exterior and helping to keep the shackles free from dirt.
At the rear of the body, immediately above the step, is a detachable cover, giving access to the spare wheel and towing hook. When required, a trailer 'pump may be attached to the towing hook.
The body framing is of seasoned ash panelled with aluminium, and the seats are provided with leather-trimmed cushions.
The equipment carried includes a searchlight, foam extinguishers, Pyrene extinguishers, scaling ladders, a jumping sheet and a first-aid set. Mounted on a gantry is a Merryweather 25-ft. extending ladder and on the roof of the cab is fitted an electrically operated fire bell. The hose reel and all handrails are chromium-plated. The iiehicle has been supplied to the Edmonton Fire Brigade by Tankard and Smith, Ltd., 232, High Road, London, N.15.