Pierce™ Dispatch Podcast

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 desig...

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 f...

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 Featu...

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, traini...

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 ne...

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 & Pi...

Send us Fan Mail We are wrapping up Season No.2 of the Pierce™ Dispatch Podcast with an episode walking you through how to build a fire truck. From fabrication to final assembly, we step through the process. Tune in to hear the latest investments and technologies Pierce has implemented to enhance our process, optimize capacity and ensure quality. 🚒🛠️ Date Aired: 12/05/2025 Featuring: Host Dan Mey...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for the latest episode of the Pierce™ Dispatch podcast featuring Richardson, Texas Fire Department and their latest Heavy-Duty Rescue Pumper delivery. This unit will optimize their operations and serve as a one-stop shop for their firefighters. By having a multipurpose apparatus in their fleet, their crews will have the ability to rapidly serve their community the moment a...

Send us Fan Mail Need to move big water? Check out the City of Suffolk Department of Fire & Rescue’s Enforcer™ Dry-Side Tanker. 💦🔥🚒 In our latest episode of the Pierce™ Dispatch Podcast, Battalion Chief Steven Johnson shares his department’s latest tanker procurement and the operational edge it provides. Covering over 430 square miles in Suffolk, Virginia, their department requires industry...

Send us Fan Mail We take great pride in manufacturing fire apparatus to serve those who serve others. Tune into the latest episode of the Pierce™ Dispatch featuring Oklahoma City Fire Department. Major Owen Wiggins walks us through their fire apparatus procurement process, fleet consistency and their department’s commitment to meeting their community’s needs.  Date Aired: 10/24/2025 Featuring: Maj...

Send us Fan Mail Date Aired: 10/10/2025  Featuring: Chief Pat Leonard, Assistant Chief Colton Leonard & host Alie Reetz  Guests: Pat Leonard is fire chief of the Hershey Volunteer Fire Company in Pennsylvania. Colton Leonard is assistant chief of the Hershey Volunteer Fire Company in Pennsylvania. Alie Reetz is a marketing associate at Pierce Manufacturing.   Resources: Hershey Volunteer Fire...

Send us Fan Mail Let’s talk tillers! 🐍 This episode features an exclusive conversation with Steve Crothers from TractorDrawnAerials.com, discussing the purpose, capabilities and operational benefits of tractor-drawn aerials in the fire industry. Steve explains how tillers offer unmatched maneuverability, extensive compartmentation and an operational edge for firefighters. The episode also covers...

Send us Fan Mail The latest episode highlights how Pierce’s aerial delivery training is reaching new heights! 🪜Tune in to learn what happens after delivery, the training agenda and why preparation is crucial before placing the apparatus into service. Pierce delivery training equips firefighters with the skills and knowledge to safely master their aerial operations. Date Aired: 9/12/2025 Featuring...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for a new episode of the Pierce™ Dispatch with Lee’s Summit Fire Department’s Fire Chief Mike Snider, discussing the acquisition of nine Enforcer™ Pumpers! Chief Snider details the apparatus committee’s strategy for designing each pumper to ensure peak efficiency, standardization and performance. This delivery meets the diverse needs of their community which spans urban, s...

Send us Fan Mail Tune into the latest episode of the Pierce™ Dispatch Podcast featuring Pierce senior product training specialist Richard Stockton as we discuss the critical role of emergency vehicle technicians in maintaining and extending the life of fire apparatus. Rich elaborates on the comprehensive training programs offered by Pierce, including hands-on and regional trainings, as well as the...

Send us Fan Mail South Jordan City Fire Department in Utah is taking delivery of a Velocity® PUC™ Non-Walk-In Heavy-Duty Rescue, designed to serve their rapidly growing community. Chief Dawson describes the features of their dual-purpose HDR which is equipped with both fire and rescue capabilities. Tune into our latest episode to learn about their HDR design, primary features and the significant i...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Pierce™ Dispatch, we are joined by logistics captain Brandon Sauer and fleet manager Randy Bloomer from Albuquerque Fire Rescue in New Mexico to discuss the fire apparatus lifecycle. We cover procurement, funding, maintenance and maximizing up time. Tune in for expert tips to keep your fleet ready! Date Aired: 7/18/2025 Featuring: Logistics captain Brandon S...

Send us Fan Mail Join us on this episode of the Pierce™ Dispatch Podcast as we explore the Pierce Volterra® Electric Pumper. Regional vice president, Marc Faluotico, discusses the advanced technology, development process and real-world performance of this cutting-edge apparatus with multiple units in service across North America. Fully manufactured in the U. S. and engineered for sustainability wi...

Send us Fan Mail Procuring a fire apparatus is a significant investment which requires careful planning and collaboration among all stakeholders. Forming the appropriate fire truck procurement committee helps ensure fire departments can secure an apparatus suited to their needs. Tune into this episode featuring Fire Chief M. Kyle Minick from Lexington County Fire Rescue Service in South Carolina a...

Send us Fan Mail Building the future of fire truck manufacturers 🛠️🚒 Tune into the latest episode of the Pierce™ Dispatch where we discuss our Youth Apprenticeship Program. [SR1] Pierce youth apprentices have the opportunity to explore careers, network and gain valuable experience through the Early Talent Program. Program leader, Jess Utech, shares the difference this program is making in student...

Send us Fan Mail Tune in to this episode of the Pierce Dispatch as we discuss Pierce custom cab and chassis with product manager Tyler Mehrl. Discover the range of customization options and innovative solutions designed to meet the unique needs of the fire service industry. Date Aired: 5/23/2025 Featuring: Product manager Tyler Mehrl & host Dan Meyer Guests: Tyler Mehrl is the product manager...

Send us Fan Mail Don’t miss this exclusive episode diving into the mission and cutting-edge product line of Frontline Communications, a division of Pierce Manufacturing Inc. Steve Williamson, regional vice president of sales, shares insights from his 24 years with the company, including apparatus design, service and maintenance and industry leading technology. Date Aired : 5/9/2025 Featuring : Reg...

Send us Fan Mail FDIC may be over, but the conversation is just getting started. Tune into the latest episode featuring Pierce subject matter experts discussing latest innovations and technologies. Dave Archer discusses the Collision Avoidance Mitigation System (CAMS) technology adopted from our Pratt Miller racing team. Steve Williamson highlights Hunterdon County Department of Public Safety in N...

Send us Fan Mail Join us from the show floor to meet with attendees at FDIC 2025! Our guests share what brought them to the show in Indianapolis, Indiana. We highlight topics including youth firefighter programs, industry innovations, apparatus and beyond.  🌟 🚒 Date Aired: 4/25/2025 Featuring: FDIC attendees & host Dan Meyer Guests: FDIC attendees Dan Meyer the vice president of sales at Pie...

Send us Fan Mail Check out the 12 apparatus in the Pierce booth at FDIC 2025! Enforcer™ Volterra™ EV Pumper Enforcer Top Mount PUC™ Pumper Enforcer PUC Pumper Enforcer Heavy-Duty Rescue Pumper (HDRP) with Collision Avoidance Mitigation System (CAMS) Enforcer Pumper Impel® Top Mount Pumper   Enforcer Ascendant® 100' Heavy-Duty Aerial Tower with TAK-4 T3™ Enforcer Low Profile Cab 100’ Heavy-Dut...