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The SparkBarrier Blog

When the heat is on, the right knowledge makes the difference. Get the latest insights and product updates from SparkBarrier.

scorched forest and trees after a contained wildfire

July 15, 2025

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.
two fire fighters use water to extinguish a vehicle fire

March 11, 2025

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.
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Janurary 1, 2025

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Janurary 1, 2025

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Janurary 1, 2025

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