Pierce™ Dispatch Podcast

Pierce™ Dispatch

Pierce™ Dispatch offers an insider look at the dynamic world of firefighting. Each episode opens the door to explore a never-before-seen side of fire truck manufacturing and the fire industry, examining what goes into managing lifesaving missions and community challenges each day.   From fire apparatus tools and technology, to fire truck equipment, trends and processes, Pierce™ Dispatch offers a unique perspective on what it takes to succeed on the frontlines of firefighting.   Hosted by Pierce Manufacturing representatives and featuring fire apparatus and equipment experts and fire service professionals as guests, Pierce™ Dispatch echoes the timely and relevant information often found in firefighter field communications.

  1. 11h ago

    Episode 53: Pumpers & the Evolution of the Pierce PUC™ Pump Review Document

    Send us Fan Mail We are ‘pumped’ for Episode No.53 of the Pierce™ Dispatch!  John Schultz, Pierce’s vice president and general manager, takes a deep dive on the pumper products and the evolution of the Pierce PUC™ Pump. He shares his first-hand perspective on watching the Pierce PUC Pump transform from a new innovation into a core feature in today's industry. Tune in now for exclusive configuration insights and design offerings.  Date Aired: 7/31/2026  Featuring: Host Dan Meyer and John Schultz Guests: John Schultz is the vice president and general manager at Pierce.Dan Meyer is the vice president of sales at Pierce.Key Takeaways: Pumpers PumpersPumper Comparison BlogPumper Fire Apparatus: Overview and ExamplesPumper Fire Truck Design: 6 Key FeaturesBX™ PumperHeavy-Duty Rescue PumperHigh Flow Industrial ApparatusMini PumperPumperResponderBX™ WildlandPierce® Volterra®Multipurpose Fire TrucksAdvancements in Rescue Pumper Storage Pierce PUC™ Pump Pierce PUC™Pierce Ultimate Configuration: Key Benefits Custom Chassis Enforcer™Impel®Saber®Velocity® Commercial Chassis Commercial ChassisFreightlinerInternationalKenworth Foam Systems Foam SystemsHercules™ CAFSHusky™ 3Husky™ 12Husky™ IndustrialFire-Fighting Foam: What It Is and Why Departments Need It Fire Suppression Fire Suppression Regional Factors Urban Firefighting: Design and Configuration ExamplesHow Does Elevation Impact Pump Performance?Fire Trucks and Features That Best Serve Rural MarketsWildland Fire Truck Case StudyWildland Urban Interface Fire Trucks: 11 Key Design FeaturesHow to Winterize Your Fire Truck6 Summer Tips for Keeping Your Fire Truck Cool Fire Apparatus Procurement Committees 4 Critical Factors for an Effective Procurement CommitteeHow to Conduct a Community Needs AssessmentLexington County's Procurement Committee in ActionFire Truck Purchasing Guide Fire Apparatus Design Fire Apparatus Design: A Step-by-Step Guide3 Ways to Simplify the Design and Ordering ProcessIndustrial Fire Truck Design, Selection and UseThe Order Lifecycle of a Fire TruckFire Truck Ergonomics: 11 Features to Enhance SafetyFire Truck Storage: Compartment and Storage Systems FAQ Pierce Road Rally Pierce Road Rally2026 Road Rally Reaches MidpointJoin us as we continue to bring together customers, industry professionals and Pierce experts in future episodes, providing a platform for insightful discussions on the advancements and challenges within the firefighting community. Whether you’re in the market for the latest in fire apparatus technology, or just passionate about the firefighting community and its evolution, this episode of Pierce™ Dispatch is for you. For any feedback, questions or to subscribe, visit the Pierce™ Dispatch page.

  2. Jul 17

    Episode 52: Fleet Consistency - Operational & Maintenance Advantage: Little Rock Fire Department

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we discuss the operational and maintenance benefits of fire apparatus fleet consistency. Division chief, John Clamp shares Little Rock Fire Department’s efforts to achieve a consistent fleet to strengthen responses and maximize apparatus uptime. Listen now. Date Aired: 7/17/2026 Featuring: Host Alie Reetz and John Clamp Guests: John Clamp is a Division Chief for the Little Rock Fire Department.Alie Reetz is a marketing associate at Pierce.Key Takeaways: Fleet ConsistencyNew delivery: Little RockStandardizing your fire truck fleetSupporting the first five minutesFire apparatus trendsProduct supportApparatus Service & Maintenance Maintenance and service trainingParts and product supportProduct supportWinter maintenance tipsFirst five minutesPodcast: Service and maintenance trainingPodcast: LifecyclePierce PartsParts and product supportFire Apparatus Procurement CommitteesFire truck purchasing guideLexington Fire Dept.How to conduct a community needs assessmentPierce DealersDealer benefitsPumpersPumper comparisonPumper fire apparatusAscendant® 100’ Heavy-Duty Aerial TowerHeavy duty aerial truck comparisonAerialsAscendant classJoin us as we continue to bring together customers, industry professionals and Pierce experts in future episodes, providing a platform for insightful discussions on the advancements and challenges within the firefighting community. Whether you’re in the market for the latest in fire apparatus technology, or just passionate about the firefighting community and its evolution, this episode of Pierce™ Dispatch is for you. For any feedback, questions or to subscribe, visit the Pierce™ Dispatch page.

  3. Jul 3

    Episode 51: Ascendant® 100' Heavy-Duty Aerial Tower Compartmentation & Pump Panel Design with Paris Fire Department, Texas

    Send us Fan Mail Fire apparatus compartmentation and pump panel design are critical factors when procuring a fire apparatus. In Episode No.51 of the Pierce™ Dispatch Podcast, deputy chief Chad Graves of the Paris Fire Department discusses the compartmentation and pump panel design of their new Enforcer™ Ascendant® 100’ Heavy-Duty Aerial Tower. Tune in to learn more about how their department designed this apparatus to best serve their needs for every response. Date Aired: 7/3/2026 Featuring: Host Dan Meyer and Chad Graves Guests: Dan Meyer is the vice president of sales at Pierce.Chad Graves is the deputy chief for Paris Fire Department in Paris, Texas.Key Takeaways: Ascendant® 100’ Heavy-Duty Aerial TowerHeavy duty aerial truck comparisonTypes of aerialsAscendant class aerial guidePodcast episode: All things aerialsPodcast episode: Monument fire districtPodcast episode: Aerial overviewPodcast episode: Ascendant tower overviewWhat is a quintCompartmentationMaximize aerial fire truck storageCompartment storage systems FAQPodcast episode: pumper designApparatus Service & MaintenancePodcast episode: Best practicesService and maintenance guideParts and product supportMaintenance and service trainingProduct support offeringsProduct supportWinter maintenance tipsFirst five minutesPodcast episode: Service and maintenance trainingPodcast episode: Fire apparatus lifecyclePierce dealersFind a dealerDealer benefitsJoin us as we continue to bring together customers, industry professionals and Pierce experts in future episodes, providing a platform for insightful discussions on the advancements and challenges within the firefighting community. Whether you’re in the market for the latest in fire apparatus technology, or just passionate about the firefighting community and its evolution, this episode of Pierce™ Dispatch is for you. For any feedback, questions or to subscribe, visit the Pierce™ Dispatch page.

  4. Jun 19

    Episode 50: Fire Apparatus Maintenance Best Practices

    Send us Fan Mail In emergency response, there's no room for equipment failure. When communities dial 911, they expect an immediate, reliable response from their fire department. This expectation places enormous responsibility on fire apparatus and the maintenance programs in place to keep them operational. Our latest episode with Jon Lamers, customer service manager of technical support and fleet, covers fire apparatus maintenance best practices including routine maintenance, regional service factors and more. Tune in now.  Date Aired: 6/19/2026 Featuring: Host Alie Reetz and Jon Lamers Guests: Alie Reetz is a marketing associate at Pierce.Jon Lambers is the customer service manager of technical support and fleet at Pierce.Key Takeaways: Apparatus Service & MaintenanceMaintenance and service trainingFire truck product supportProduct supportWinter maintenance tipsFirst five minutesPodcast: Service and maintenance trainingPodcast: LifecyclePierce PartsParts and product supportRegional Maintenance How to winterize your fire truckTips to keep your fire truck coolElevation and pump performanceHVAC system advancementsClearSky Intelligence™ Connected SolutionsElectrical systemsBenefits of fire truck telematicsBenefits of connected systemsPodcast: FDIC 2026Podcast: ClearSky Intelligence Connected SolutionsPierce DealersDealer benefitsPierce Careers Why an experienced workforce mattersJoin us as we continue to bring together customers, industry professionals and Pierce experts in future episodes, providing a platform for insightful discussions on the advancements and challenges within the firefighting community. Whether you’re in the market for the latest in fire apparatus technology, or just passionate about the firefighting community and its evolution, this episode of Pierce™ Dispatch is for you. For any feedback, questions or to subscribe, visit the Pierce™ Dispatch page.

  5. Jun 5

    Episode 49: Pierce Capacity Expansion

    Send us Fan Mail 🎙️In this episode, we take a deep dive into Pierce Capacity Expansion efforts in Appleton, Wisconsin; Bradenton, Florida; and Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Aaron Lamberg, the director of manufacturing operations at Pierce, shares the strategy and positive impact these investments make to support Pierce delivering high-quality fire trucks to firehouses faster. Date Aired: 6/5/2026 Featuring: Host Dan Meyer and Aaron Lamberg Guests: Dan Meyer is the vice president of sales at Pierce.Aaron Lamberg is the director of manufacturing operations at Pierce. Key Takeaways: Pierce Capacity ExpansionFlorida operationsManufacturing investmentsFacility upgradesWisconsin expansionExpanded training centerOperations Facility upgrade: PaintFire truck painting processSteps to build a custom apparatusPierce CareersWhy experience matters?Join us as we continue to bring together customers, industry professionals and Pierce experts in future episodes, providing a platform for insightful discussions on the advancements and challenges within the firefighting community. Whether you’re in the market for the latest in fire apparatus technology, or just passionate about the firefighting community and its evolution, this episode of Pierce™ Dispatch is for you. For any feedback, questions or to subscribe, visit the Pierce™ Dispatch page.

  6. May 22

    Episode 48: Industrial Fire Apparatus: Golden Triangle Polymers

    Send us Fan Mail This episode is ✨golden ✨  Golden Triangle Polymers (GTP) joins us on the Pierce™ Dispatch to discuss their industrial fire apparatus delivery. Bobby Wiley, an industrial emergency response coordinator, shares how GTP is building an emergency response program for a 1,700 acre facility in Orange, Texas. We discuss apparatus procurement, specifications, suppression tactics, training, the differences between municipal and industrial apparatus and more! Date Aired: 5/22/2026 Featuring: Host Dan Meyer, Bobby Wiley, Larry Williams and Jeremiah Dykes Guests: Bobby Wiley is an industrial emergency response coordinator at Golden Triangle Polymers.Larry Williams is a fire and safety specialist at Golden Triangle Polymers.Jeremiah Dykes is a fire and safety specialist at Golden Triangle Polymers.Dan Meyer is the vice president of sales at Pierce.Key Takeaways: Industrial Fire ApparatusIndustrial Foam SystemHusky IndustrialFire suppressionFire fighting foam systemsPumperPumper comparisonFire Apparatus DesignIndustrial fire trucksFire Apparatus ProcurementCommunity needs assessmentEffective fire truck procurement committeeJoin us as we continue to bring together customers, industry professionals and Pierce experts in future episodes, providing a platform for insightful discussions on the advancements and challenges within the firefighting community. Whether you’re in the market for the latest in fire apparatus technology, or just passionate about the firefighting community and its evolution, this episode of Pierce™ Dispatch is for you. For any feedback, questions or to subscribe, visit the Pierce™ Dispatch page.

  7. May 8

    Episode 47: All Things Aerials

    Send us Fan Mail The latest episode of the Pierce™ Dispatch is ascending to the top of your playlist.🪜Join us as we talk all things aerials with Cory Wittman. From geographic considerations and optimal placement strategies to the latest configuration trends, we share practical insights fire departments need. We also discuss important factors for fire departments to evaluate when investing in a new aerial apparatus. Date Aired: 5/8/2026 Featuring: Host Alie Reetz & Cory Wittman Guests: Cory Wittman is a senior sales support specialist for aerials and electrification at Pierce.Alie Reetz is a marketing associate for Pierce.Key Takeaways: Aerials Aerial devicesTypes of aerial fire truckTypes of fire trucksPodcast - tractor drawn aerialsPodcast - Aerial overviewAscendant® Class of Aerials Ascendant aerial guidePodcast - ascendant tower overviewPodcast - Monument Fire DistrictAerial Ladders Podcast - Bellingham Fire DepartmentAerial Platforms Tillers Ascendant class 107 tillerTractor drawn aerialAerial Operations Aerial Design No pump no tank vs. aerial with pump and tankAerial fire truck storageHow to find the right aerial fire truck for urban firesWhat is a quint fire truckDesign ordering processService and Maintenance Regional apparatus guideFire apparatus service and maintenance guidePodcast episode - Fire apparatus service and maintenance trainingFire Apparatus Design Aerial Delivery Training 2026 Pierce Road Rally Join us as we continue to bring together customers, industry professionals and Pierce experts in future episodes, providing a platform for insightful discussions on the advancements and challenges within the firefighting community. Whether you’re in the market for the latest in fire apparatus technology, or just passionate about the firefighting community and its evolution, this episode of Pierce™ Dispatch is for you. For any feedback, questions or to subscribe, visit the Pierce™ Dispatch page.

  8. Apr 24

    Episode 46: FDIC International 2026

    Send us Fan Mail We are kicking off Season No.3 of the Pierce™ Dispatch from the show floor at FDIC International 2026! Tune in now to learn more about our commitment to disciplined manufacturing, forward-looking innovation and our focus to deliver reliable fire apparatus solutions for the evolving needs of the fire service. Date Aired: 4/24/2026 Featuring: Host Dan Meyer, host Alie Reetz & Pierce subject matter experts Guests: Dan Meyer is the vice president of sales at Pierce. Alie Reetz is a marketing associate for Pierce.John Schultz is the Pierce vice president & general manager of pumper products.Faisal Naveed is the Pierce business unit director for cab, chassis and electrical. Shena Straka is the Pierce aerial business unit director.Bill Proft is the Pierce heavy-duty rescue business unit director.Nate Schwanger is a requirements manager for Frontline Communications. Dave Archer is the vice president of engineering at Pierce. Chris Medlock is the product manager of connected solutions at Pierce.Bailey McDaniel is the product owner of IoT Applications at Pierce.Key Takeaways: Pierce Manufacturing FDIC International 2026Pierce Manufacturing Road Rally 2026Pumper apparatusPumper fire truck designPumper comparisonPumper fire apparatusAerial apparatusTypes of aerial devicesHeavy-Duty Rescue apparatusFrontline™ Communications Mobile Command VehiclePierce® ClearSky Intelligence™ Connected SolutionsCollision Avoidance Mitigation System (CAMS)HiViz Connect Warning Light SystemTAK-4 T3™ Tight Turning TechnologyYouTube videoPierce’s capacity expansion, latest investments and technologyFlorida operationsManufacturing investmentsFacility upgradesJob growthTraining centerJoin us as we continue to bring together customers, industry professionals and Pierce experts in future episodes, providing a platform for insightful discussions on the advancements and challenges within the firefighting community. Whether you’re in the market for the latest in fire apparatus technology, or just passionate about the firefighting community and its evolution, this episode of Pierce™ Dispatch is for you. For any feedback, questions or to subscribe, visit the Pierce™ Dispatch page.

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Pierce™ Dispatch offers an insider look at the dynamic world of firefighting. Each episode opens the door to explore a never-before-seen side of fire truck manufacturing and the fire industry, examining what goes into managing lifesaving missions and community challenges each day.   From fire apparatus tools and technology, to fire truck equipment, trends and processes, Pierce™ Dispatch offers a unique perspective on what it takes to succeed on the frontlines of firefighting.   Hosted by Pierce Manufacturing representatives and featuring fire apparatus and equipment experts and fire service professionals as guests, Pierce™ Dispatch echoes the timely and relevant information often found in firefighter field communications.

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  • Creator
    Pierce™ Dispatch
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    56
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Pierce Manufacturing, Inc.
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