Oshkosh. has filed a patent for a quint configuration fire apparatus with a unique stability system. The apparatus includes a chassis, body assembly, pump, water tank, and ladder assembly capable of reaching 90 feet horizontally and 95 feet vertically. The stability system includes stabilizers to counterbalance a tip load of 750 pounds. GlobalData’s report on Oshkosh gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Fire apparatus with ladder assembly extending to 90 feet
The patent application (Publication Number: US20240033550A1) describes a quint configuration fire apparatus with a unique stability system and ladder assembly. The apparatus includes a chassis, single front and rear axles, a body with storage for a ground ladder and fire hose, a pump, a water tank, and a ladder assembly capable of reaching a vertical height of at least 95 feet. The stability system consists of two stabilizers positioned between the front and rear axles and a third stabilizer rearward of the rear axle. These stabilizers are designed to counterbalance a tip load of at least 750 pounds applied to the ladder assembly in various operating orientations, including forward, rearward, and side orientations.
Furthermore, the apparatus features a single rear axle with a gross weight rating of 33,500 pounds or less, ensuring optimal performance and safety. The ladder assembly is designed to extend to a horizontal reach of at least 90 feet, providing versatility in firefighting operations. The stability system, in combination with the center of gravity of the chassis, body, pump, and water tank, ensures stability and balance when the ladder assembly is extended and rotated in different orientations. Overall, the quint configuration fire apparatus offers enhanced functionality and safety features for firefighting operations, making it a valuable innovation in the field of fire apparatus design.
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