Reliable, High-Performance Gear
When it comes to firefighting, the right equipment isn’t just about comfort or convenience, it’s about survival. Every second counts in a fire emergency, and the safety of your firefighters depends on reliable, high-performance gear built to handle the most extreme environments. From turnout gear and helmets to gloves and boots, each piece of protective equipment plays a vital role in keeping crews safe and ready to respond at any time.
Here are five essential pieces of firefighting equipment every fire department should have to ensure top-tier protection and performance.
1. Lakeland & Veridian Fire Gear
Firefighting gear is the first line of defense for firefighters entering hazardous environments. Both Lakeland Fire Gear and Veridian Fire Gear are industry leaders in providing NFPA-compliant turnout gear that combines durability, mobility, and protection from intense heat and flames.
Lakeland Fire Gear and Veridian Fire Gear turnout coats, pants, hoods, and gloves allow firefighters to move freely while maintaining a secure, fully protected fit. Their design options let fire departments select materials and configurations that meet specific operational needs, ensuring your crew is properly protected and equipped for any call.
2. Pacifica & Bullard Fire Helmets
No firefighter’s gear set is complete without a dependable and durable helmet designed to protect the wearer from intense heat and falling debris. Two of the most trusted names in firefighting helmets are Pacifica and Bullard.
Pacifica and Bullard firefighter helmets are available in traditional styles with options including face shields, ear covers, and integrated lighting options for low-light situations. Manufactured with durable materials, they are tough and heat resistant, while remaining secure and comfortable.
Fire departments can contact the Ward Fire Equipment team to purchase Pacifica and Bullard brand firefighter helmets for your crew.
3. Dragon Fire & Veridian Gloves
Quality firefighting gloves must balance dexterity with extreme heat resistance.
Dragon Fire Gloves are engineered for performance, featuring advanced thermal and moisture barriers while maintaining excellent tactile sensitivity. Veridian’s Fire Armor firefighter gloves feature a reinforced design for durability for wear and extreme heat. These gloves enable firefighters to handle tools, hoses, and victims safely and securely, even under the most challenging conditions.
Veridian Fire Armor gloves are designed with high-quality materials like Nomex and Kevlar, and are certified by the NFPA. Ward Fire Equipment is proud to offer a variety of high quality Dragon Fire Gloves to meet every application need.
4. Veridian Nano Hoods
When it comes to protecting firefighters from heat and particulate exposure, hoods play a critical role. Ward Fire Equipment offers the Veridian PBI Hood and the Veridian P84 Hood, both designed with reinforced seams for durability and extended length for additional protection.
The Veridian PBI Hood is constructed of a mix of fire-resistant PBI and rayon materials, whereas the Veridian P84 Hood features an upgraded mix of fire-resistant and strong P84, Lenzing, and Kevlar materials. Veridian’s Firefighter Hoods are soft, lightweight, and breathable, maintaining a balance between comfort and protection.
5. Black Diamond Boots
Boots are an everyday essential piece of firefighter gear that are relied upon to be durable, comfortable, and strong. Whether charging into a structure fire or fighting a wildland fire in harsh terrain, Black Diamond Boots are a leading choice for firefighters. Ward Fire Equipment proudly offers five different types of Black Diamond Boots to ensure your firefighters have the proper footwear for every type of fire emergency.
Back Diamond Duty Style Boots are a waterproof, tactical boot with a side zip and composite safety toe for increased on-site safety. Black Diamond X2 Leather Boots are made from fire-retardant leather combined with fusion fabric for extreme protection and durability. These boots include Ortholite® footbeds for increased comfort, a crosstech waterproof membrane for wearer versatility, and a no liner pull out design for ease of use.
Black Diamond Short Rubber Boots are designed for maximum protection and all day comfort, incorporating an expanded steel toe and removable Ortholite® footbeds for increased comfort. Black Diamond Rubber Boots are a standard firefighter boot featuring an expanded steel toe and removable Ortholite® footbeds for all-day comfort. Black Diamond Rubber Hip Boots extend higher up the thigh for increased protection and include the same expanded steel toe and removable Ortholite® footbeds to ensure comfort.
Black Diamond boots are designed to provide superior traction, heat resistance, and long-lasting durability. Each pair is engineered for all-day wear, ensuring your crew stays protected and comfortable through every call.
Ward Fire Equipment PPE Gear
From head to toe, every piece of firefighter gear contributes to the safety and readiness of your crew. Ward Fire Equipment offers a full breadth of PPE gear to ensure your firefighters have the proper and reliable equipment they need when it matters most.
Ready to place an order for upgraded equipment and gear for your crew? Contact us now!