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At Jon’s Mid America Fire Apparatus, we are known as “The Fire Truck People.” But not only do we buy and sell used fire trucks — we repair them too. Our on-site repair shop can do [...]

The snow is falling, and the time has to come to ensure your fire truck is adequately maintained and inspected for the long winter ahead. Winterizing your fire truck is a series of steps and [...]

Because your fire apparatus generally doesn’t take long trips, tire safety is often an afterthought. However, tires are vitally important to the operation of your fire apparatus. Behind fuel, [...]

Whenever you respond to a call, the last thing you want to think about is the reliability and safety of your truck’s pump. People count on you to put out a fire without issue. While it may be [...]

The hottest days of the summer are still yet to come, and the need for good air conditioning in your fire apparatus will be even more apparent. When fire trucks became fully enclosed vehicles, [...]

In a perfect world, fire apparatus would last forever and we’d never have to worry about finding something new. Unfortunately, we’re not quite there yet. 15-20 years ago, you may have been able [...]

It’s been a few years (or more) since your last apparatus purchase, and your 20 year old truck just isn’t doing it anymore. You make the decision to create a purchasing committee, but before you [...]

Your attack lines are your first line of defense against a fire. Being able to reach your hoses in a proper amount of time can make the difference between a fire being easily put out or advancing [...]

Buying something used can come with a stigma attached. Used items can be perceived as dysfunctional, outdated or not worth investing in. At Jon’s Mid America, we know this isn’t the case, [...]

Determining which ladder mount to have for your department is an important choice to make. There’s no one-size-fits-all answer, as it depends greatly on the needs of your department and how you [...]