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Archive for May, 2007

Spartan Chassis Receives $107.6 Million in New Orders

CHARLOTTE, Michigan, May 10, 2007 – Spartan Chassis, Inc., a subsidiary of Spartan Motors, Inc. (Nasdaq: SPAR), today announced it has received subcontract orders from two major defense manufacturers totaling $107.6 million – its two largest specialty-vehicle orders to date.Spartan Chassis said it has received a $60.0 million order from General Dynamics Land Systems and a $47.6 million order from Force Protection, Inc. Spartan Chassis will supply and integrate key chassis components in the production of advanced tactical vehicles under the Mine Resistant Ambush Protected, or MRAP, program.Both orders are scheduled to be completed in 2007 and are slated for use by U.S. Marines and soldiers fighting in Afghanistan and

Iraq. MRAPs are prized by the military for their V-shaped hulls, raised chassis and improved armor, which help protect servicemen and women from improvised explosive devices, or IEDs, mines and other hazards of war.“This new business is significant in both its magnitude and its validation of our expertise in automotive integration,” said Richard Schalter, president of Spartan Chassis. “Over the past two years, we have earned a reputation in the military market by repeatedly demonstrating that we have the ability to deliver quality products on time. Spartan Chassis is privileged to be in service to support our nation’s defense.”In April 2007, Spartan Chassis announced that it had acquired two facilities that will be converted to manufacturing plants to meet the strong growth of its specialty-vehicle product line. The new plants will add a total of 80,000 square feet to Spartan Chassis and will come on line during the third quarter of this year.“These two new contracts validate the investments we have made in growing our specialty-vehicle segment and the confidence that our customers, along with our shareholders and our board of directors, have in Spartan Chassis,” said John Sztykiel, president and CEO of Spartan Motors. “This contract underscores the strength of our strategic plan, which focuses on the emergency rescue, recreational vehicle and specialty markets.”About Spartan Chassis, Inc.:
Spartan Chassis, Inc., a subsidiary of Spartan Motors, Inc. (Nasdaq: SPAR), is a leading developer and manufacturer of custom chassis for recreational vehicles, fire trucks and specialty vehicles. Spartan Motors ( HYPERLINK “http://www.spartanmotors.com” www.spartanmotors.com), which also manufactures emergency rescue vehicles under the brand names of Crimson Fire, Crimson Fire Aerials and Road Rescue, reported sales of $445 million in 2006 and is focused on becoming the premier manufacturer of specialty vehicles and chassis in North America.

May 10, 2007 | 0 comments View Post

Houston Orders 9 More Ferrara Igniters

May 08, 2007

Holden, LA – Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc., a leading manufacturer of custom fire and emergency vehicles, announced today the company had received another order from the City of Houston for nine new apparatus.  There will be seven pumpers and two 107’ rear mount aerial apparatus, all of which will be built on Ferrara’s Igniter custom fire chassis.

Houston already has 23 Ferrara trucks in front-line service, all on Igniter custom chassis; 7 rear-mount 107’ aerial ladders, 14 custom pumpers and 2 high-pressure pumpers.  Additionally, HFD’s new Igniter Haz-Mat vehicle is currently under construction at Ferrara’s factory.  Readers can click here and follow Houston’s trucks, as well as those of many other fire departments, through the manufacturing process.  The Haz-Mat’s Igniter cab features a 24” raised roof, three doors for extra room in the command center and a cab to body walk-through.

Ferrara builds a complete line of fire apparatus, including their premium Inferno XD and Igniter custom chassis, pumpers and tankers, rear and mid-mount aerial ladders and platforms, rescue vehicles, incident command trailers, brush trucks, airport vehicles and the multi-purpose Strong Arm firefighting vehicle.  Ferrara Fire Apparatus has long been considered a leading innovator in the fire and emergency vehicle industry.  Their Inferno and Igniter are some of the most rugged custom fire chassis built, with available firefighter safety devices such as Independent Front Suspension, Roll Stability Control, Complete Airbag Protection, and SmartWheel steering systems. 

For more information on the company please contact Paul Christiansen, Marketing Director, at 800.443.9006, via e-mail at paul.christiansen@ferrarafire.com or by regular mail at Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc., PO Box 249, Holden, LA  70744.

May 08, 2007 | 0 comments View Post

Setcom Press Releases 05-07

05.07 Setcom Liberator gets waterproofed

The most recent advance in police motorcycle communications, Setcom’s Liberator Wireless SuperMic, is now waterproof so rain or shine, you’re good to go. Click for full release (pdf)For more information, call the Sales Department at 1.888.6.SETCOM, or email sales@setcomcorp.com. 

 

06.06 Setcom Liberator in Law Enforcement Technology

Setcom’s new Liberator Portable-only Wireless System was featured in the Protection on Patrol section of the June 2006 issue of Law Enforcement Technology (www.Officer.com). Click for article (pdf)For more information, call the Sales Department at 1.888.6.SETCOM, or email sales@setcomcorp.com. 

 

05.06 Setcom Liberator in Law Enforcement Product News

Setcom’s new Liberator Portable-only Wireless System was featured in the Cruising the Streets section of the May/June 2006 issue of Law Enforcement Product News (www.Officer.com). Click for article (pdf)For more information, call the Sales Department at 1.888.6.SETCOM, or email sales@setcomcorp.com. 

05.06 Setcom Liberator in the Blue Line Magazine

Setcom’s new Liberator Portable-only Wireless System was featured in the Product News section of the May 2006 issue of the Blue Line Magazine (www.BlueLine.ca). The Blue Line is

Canada‘s only independent law enforcement magazine. Click for article (pdf)For more information, call the Sales Department at 1.888.6.SETCOM, or email sales@setcomcorp.com. 

 

03.06 Setcom Liberator in Police Chief Magazine

Setcom’s new Liberator Portable-only Wireless System was highlighted in the March 2006 issue of Police Chief magazine. Police Chief magazine is the official publication of the International Association of Chiefs of Police. Click for more (opens new window) For more information, call the Sales Department at 1.888.6.SETCOM, or email sales@setcomcorp.com. 

12.05 Setcom Featured in Harley-Davidson’s Mounted Officer

In an article titled “Improving Safety Through Communications,” Setcom and its new Liberator Wireless SuperMic are featured prominently in the Fall 2005 edition of the Mounted Officer. Published by Harley-Davidson, the Mounted Officer is dedicated to police motorcycle officers and the services they provide. Click for article (pdf)For more information, call the Sales Department at 1.888.6.SETCOM, or email sales@setcomcorp.com. 

11.05 Jon Syverson joins Setcom

Setcom is pleased to announce that Jon Syverson has joined its team as Vice President of Major Accounts and Strategy. Jon was formerly responsible for Harley-Davidson’s Worldwide Police and Fleet Sales Division and brings years of experience serving public safety professionals. Click for full release (pdf) 

10.05 Setcom goes wireless

The most recent advance in police motorcycle communications, Setcom’s Liberator Wireless SuperMic eliminates the cable between you and the motorcycle, giving you maximum flexibility, freedom of movement and reliable communications. Click for full release (pdf)For more information, call the Sales Department at 1.888.6.SETCOM, or email sales@setcomcorp.com.

May 01, 2007 | 0 comments View Post
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