Innovation in Action: SparkBarrier Partners with Darley for Live CAFS Demo
Last month in Coloma, Wisconsin, Midwest Industrial Supply had the opportunity to team up with Darley, a leader in firefighting equipment, for a live demonstration at the Wisconsin Operating Engineers Training Center. The event was part of the State Foresters Alliance training conference, bringing together fire professionals from across the region to focus on tools, tactics, and technologies for wildland fire suppression.
Compressed Air Foam: The Solution for Modern Fires
As modern homes burn faster and hotter due to synthetic materials, traditional firefighting methods are falling short. Learn how compressed air foam is helping fire departments stay ahead of today’s more dangerous fire risks.
When Water Isn’t Enough: Why Today’s Fires Demand Class A Foam
Retired Chicago Battalion Chief Jerry Hughes reflects on his firefighting legacy and explains why water alone is no longer enough to combat today’s hotter, faster, and more toxic fires. With modern materials posing new challenges, Hughes highlights the critical role of Class A foam like SparkBarrier in improving water’s effectiveness, reducing smoke, and saving lives on the fireground.