Earlier this month, thousands of firefighting professionals and other industry experts gathered in Indianapolis for FDIC International to discover what the future holds for a dynamic, changing industry. Attendance this year broke records with more than 37,000 participating in the events and festivities.  

Hale has proudly partnered with Embers of Hope to sponsor the 2025 Burn Survivor Camp, providing young burn survivors with a life-changing experience filled with healing, support, and fun.

Akron Brass has consistently driven fire and safety innovations for over 100 years, from the early days of durable brass equipment to today’s groundbreaking SAM Smart Nozzle. 

Staffing shortages are a growing concern for departments of all sizes, leaving firefighters stretched thin as they respond to increasingly complex emergencies. That’s where technology comes in—not as a replacement for people, but as a critical ally.  

In the high-stakes scenarios of emergency response, every second counts, and the readiness of both vehicles and rescue tools can make a difference in saving lives.  

HURST Jaws of Life® continues to set the benchmark for excellence. Check out the results of a 2023 federal report providing undeniable proof.

The IDEX Fire & Safety team is honored to earn the IDEX Living Our Purpose Award. We are committed to engineering solutions and equipping rescue workers across the world. 

HURST Jaws of Life^® introduces the M40 Spreader, a battery-powered spreader designed for heavy rescue applications. 

Firefighter and engineer Jason Cerrano is transforming fire safety with IDEX's groundbreaking automation technology.  See how technology is making a critical difference.  Read: Forbes Article

HURST Jaws of Life, integrates E3 CONNECT with IDEX Fire & Safety’s Captium™ Cloud, to detect, record and report on tool performance and potential issues.