Disruptive technology Appliance cooperation
While the AT-Stinger proved itself as an effective WT, it’s no substitute for an ALP. In August 2017, LFRS’ FES division undertook trials on Rosenbauer’s WT and ALP to determine the capacity of each different vehicle. The first test proved that the WT could achieve a height of 50m – 5m higher than the ALP’s performance. The ALP was then tested using the WT as the feed pump, achieving a height of 54m and a throughput of 2,600 litres per minute. The final trial saw the WT feeding the ALP,
whilst delivering water through its own boom package. Both HRETs were placed in the vertical position and a jet height of 40m was realised. Without the AT-Stinger, four vehicles
would have been required to achieve this. The trials indicated that using a combination of the AT-Stinger alongside the ALP not only improved performance, but was also a more cost effective solution. Lancashire’s official report, released
in late 2017, attested to the robustness of the AT-Stinger, and this evaluation paves the way for other fire services to invest in the appliance and its technology.
Cutting edge
Both the concept of the AT-Stinger and its successes aren’t just down to
Oliver North is managing director of Rosenbauer UK. For more information, view page 5
the technology. They are also attributed to LFRS and its highly skilled and enthusiastic crew, without whom the appliance wouldn’t have served at its fullest potential. The crews that utilised the AT-Stinger during its trial at Blackburn fire station have used it as a tool in their armoury, and the appliance provides proof that complex firefighting solutions feature collaboration between manufacturers and people on the front line. Justin Johnston, deputy chief fire officer
of LFRS, commented: ‘This has been a great partnership approach between Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service and Rosenbauer UK, marking investment in a time of austerity. Importantly, the focus has been all about increasing operational capability whilst improving firefighter and public safety. ‘I am delighted with what we have
achieved and it demonstrates the value of direct frontline engagement from design through to operational testing and, ultimately, adoption.’
LFRS has now procured the rented
AT-Stinger and will put a second unit into service, once built, in the autumn of 2018. This will be facilitated by the service’s robust training plan, delivered by instructors at Blackburn fire station
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