Tom Shand and Michael Wilbur's scrutiny of two quints and a pumper reveals how department officers and members applied their knowledge of their respective response districts to ensure that the rigs ...

It is mandatory for all property owners in Toronto to ensure their downspouts are disconnected from the City’s sewer system. During heavy rain, the sewers can become overloaded, which can increase the ...

Purpose: A top drive is a mast-mounted, motorized rotation and circulation system that replaces the rotary table/kelly. It provides controlled rotary torque, through-bore mud flow, and integrated pipe ...

Do you know what a standpipe is? Us neither, until this week when we heard that London’s tallest one could soon be re-opening to the public. A remnant of the Victorian era, standpipe towers (not to be ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Woodworking is a trade or hobby that requires just a few basic tools to get started. Anyone with a saw, a hammer, a few chisels, and a handful ...

The Fall River Water Department is opening up some of its historic properties for public tours. The 1875 water tower and 1873 pump house are among stops on the tour. The tours are free, and there'll ...

We earn commissions from purchases you make using links in our articles. Learn more. If you have done any home plumbing repairs, you’ve probably worked with hose clamps. One of the most common types ...

When: Akron Borough Council meeting, Feb. 24. What happened: The future of Akron’s 100-year-old standpipe is questionable because age and constant usage have taken a toll, and a recent inspection ...

Preparation before an emergency is commonplace to us in the fire service. For fires in standpipe-equipped buildings, this statement couldn't be truer. Is your department prepared to respond to a fire ...