Since 1964 when the MARK-3® was first introduced by WAJAX, after the 4-stage detachable pump end was patented in 1958, it has been the standard wildland portable fire pump used by forestry agencies around the world. A truly outstanding and reliable performer, the MARK-3® fire pump is designed to withstand the rigors of firefighting and it is at the core of most water delivery system in wildland operations. Always the benchmark in terms of performance, reliability and durability, the MARK-3® benefited from a series of improvements to its key components namely a Nikasil coated cylinder, an impregnated crankcase and a maintenance-free pump end. The improved MARK-3® successfully passed the USDA Forest Service 100 hours endurance test in San Dimas on 08/04/15 and has been requalified under QPL Number 274-001.
OR Governor Declares Emergency for Alder Springs Fire
Kimberly Cortez oregonlive.com (TNS) Gov. Tina Kotek invoked the Emergency Conflagration Act on Monday for a wildfire burning in Jefferson County. This is the second time Kotek has invoked the act this fire season. The first time was the Rowena fire, which has burned...