From the Fire Service, Inc. Facebook page:
Congratulations to the Bolingbrook , IL Fire Department on the delivery of their latest Wheeled Coach type 1 ambulance. This unit has substantial safety and operational improvements to help them meet their mission. This ambulance is built fully compliant with Change Notice 8 and 10, featuring upgraded interior cabinetry and closures designed for crash stability and the safety of interior occupants. The Stryker Power Load system serves both the medics with proven reduction in lifting injuries and retains the patient in the event of an accident. Finally each side has structural gear and SCBA compartments. And introducing to this agency a curbside sliding door to assist in the safety zone for the medics. On the Ford F550 4×4 chassis, with full Whelen LED warning and interior lighting packages and the patented Cool Bar HVAC system, Bolingbrook has made a significant investment in providing their community with the safest, most value driven emergency EMS apparatus possible. Thanks again for being a part of the Fire Service, Inc. family.
#1 by FFPMTom on December 14, 2018 - 9:49 PM
I’m sure the sliding doors will be just fine. They’ve been using them on vans and minivans forever
#2 by Michael m on December 8, 2018 - 7:59 PM
Looks nice, Station 3 got two new rigs this year an engine and a Ambulance. I would hope they tested the door in extreme environments.
#3 by Chuck on December 8, 2018 - 12:58 PM
Did they bother testing this sliding door in extreme environments? Can’t wait to see what happens when the door track gets gummed up with Illinois snow, ice and salt.