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 "When something's on fire, if it is your house or
garage or shed, seconds count," was the comment echoed by both
firefighters and the Quincy representatives, who were there for that
evening's presentation of a new compressor, which would help with
the element of time.
Quincy selected the Atlanta Fire Department to receive the
compressor that would be mounted in the shop.
Fire trucks have compressors that initiate on startup, but take 45
seconds to three minutes to meet the top off the needs of the truck.
The new compressor will be connected to the trucks with auto eject
attachments that keep the pressure system at 120 psi pressure, the
required pressure to release the brakes, so that the truck can roll
out on startup. The compressor can then kick in to top off on the
truck's remaining needs of 135 psi.
"An air compressor is a vital asset that improves the overall
readiness and responsiveness of a fire station and Quincy Compressor
is pleased to provide one of our durable, American-made units
through this program.
Atlanta's volunteer firefighters, Chief Rick Cheek, Mayor Adam McVey
and Quincy representatives exchanged mutual appreciation, the
firefighters for the gift and Quincy honoring community service by
the volunteers.
Yes, the century old company that manufactures air compressors,
vacuum pumps, and provides air services did begin in Quincy, IL.
Quincy remains the known standard in the industry supplying quality
air control apparatus for air compressors, vacuum pumps, air
pressurization for tools and air treatment nationwide.
Stroll through any business, service, repair or manufacturing
district and you will find Quincy products and services being
utilized by a wide range of businesses - manufacturers, medical and
dental offices using pneumatic tools and suctioning systems;
emergency response departments, transportation and vehicle
maintenance industries and numerous other service providers
throughout our communities.
The program that granted the compressor to Atlanta was started in
Alabama when it was recognized at a department there that this was a
way to help get first responders on the road quicker. Word got out
and spread quickly that there were other fire departments that would
benefit, but couldn't afford it.
Quincy has regional offices and employees living
everywhere. Jon Crow, an Atlanta resident of eight years, is a
Quincy Compressor Factory Service Technician. Crow said, "I love the
community. I've been welcome here since I moved in about three or
four years ago. I think it is good to give back."
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"When Quincy Compressor announced the Volunteer Fire
Department compressor donation program earlier this year, Jon
nominated his hometown Fire Department in Atlanta," Regional Field
Sales Engineer Brice Schultz said.
Schultz adds, "Jon does an excellent job servicing,
troubleshooting/repairing compressed air and vacuum equipment for us
throughout Illinois, Indiana, Missouri and Wisconsin."
The new apparatus at the Atlanta Firehouse will shorten time the
truck can roll out the door by 15 seconds. The new compressor with
auto eject attachments on the truck will help to save Atlanta
property, and maybe even lives, because it keeps pressure at a level
the trucks can roll out on start up, there is no waiting for the
pressure to build up for the brakes to release. The truck is quicker
out the door.
"An air compressor is a vital asset that improves the overall
readiness and responsiveness of a fire station and Quincy Compressor
is pleased to provide one of our durable, American-made units
through this program," Schultz said.
"We believe in giving back to our local communities for the benefit
of family and friends in our localities," Schultz said.
Atlanta Mayor Adam McVey, Chief Cheek, firefighters and the
community say thank you to Quincy for the generous gift.
Atlanta First Responders
Atlanta Fire Department
Fire Chief Ric Cheek, Assistant Fire Chief Denis Kindred, Captain
Garret Wintz, Captain Michael Schmidt, Captain Darin Schempp.
Firemen: Mark Fishburn, Josh Koonce, Bruce Compton, Steve Smedley,
Mike Horn, Dick McKown, Kris Langley, Jason Benedict, Brad Schutte
and Codi Morrow.
Atlanta Rescue Squad
Rescue Chief Joshua Polley
Assistant Chief Dawn Wintz
EMTS and First Responders
Diane Bicknell, Sean Klapp, Mark Fishburn, Jennifer Cleinmark,
Macaela Compton, Savanah Langley, Codi Morrow, Samantha Boolman,
Garret Wintz and Denis Kindred
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