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Synthetic helmet (˜1999) In this collection since: 20.04.2015 |
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Fire helmet from the USA. The yellow plastic helmet was built by the manufacturer Bullard. The helmet model is Firedome CX. The helmet was manufactured in January 1999 according to the NFPA 1971 (National Fire Protection Association). The manufacturer describes the helmet as follows: The epitome of traditional American fire-fighting helmets. Classic design combined with modern helm construction and elaborate interior equipment. Thermoglas Composite outer shell for extreme mechanical and thermal loads. Sublime ornaments on the edge of the form and 8 high stiffening ribs. Embossed original metal eagle for the "Leatherfront". Safety thanks to large-area and thermally stable reflex surfaces. Inner shell of PU foam with additional cover of ABS for uncompromising insulation and full-surface impact protection. Headband with universal adjustment possibilities for height, inclination angle and head circumference. Head and neck cushions, as well as bonnet made of flameproof cotton. Chinstraps made of Nomex with "fireman" plug. Neck protection from Ripstop - Nomex. High-performance visor, click-on goggles or the classic Bourke eyeshields. Colors: red, black, white. Certification: NFPA. The helmet comes from the fire department of the city of Troy in the state of Michigan. The fire department has six fire station and consists of 180 volunteers and 10 professional firefighters. In 2010 the fire brigade carried out a helmet change. The Bullard FXE helmets have been replaced by the Bullard Firedome CX. Further helmet description from Bullard: The standard for all traditional American fire fighter helmets. Classic design combined with state-of-the-art helmet construction technology and elaborate inner features. With an outer shell made of fiberglass, the UST provides toughness and durability. The Bullard U-Fit comfort system allows for the ultimate in helmet comfort, no matter how firefighters like their helmet to ride. The Bullard Sure-Lock® ratchet headband adjusts to the wearer’s head with a quick turn of the knob. Additional adjustment points permit custom fit, personalized balance and interface with the SCBA. Highlights Chemical-resistant outer shell Intricately-designed, brass Stars and Stripes Eagle accommodates 6" leather fronts Polyurethane inner liner protects from impact and thermal rise Comfortable Sure-Lock® ratchet headband Balanced 6-point nylon crown straps and crown pad Nomex® chinstrap with quick-release buckle and postman’s slide fastener Rip-stop Nomex® ear/neck protector Leather ratchet cover Removable fire-resistant, absorbent cotton brow pad Hard-coated optically-correct faceshield Available in gloss or leather-look matte finish Certified to NFPA 1971-2013 Scotchlite® reflective striping Options or substitutions available: 6-inch faceshield New! ESS FirePro™ goggles Red-orange reflective Scotchlite® striping Yellow Nomex® ear/neck protector Leather browpad Brass maple leaf leather front holder Colours: Black, Red, White, Yellow, Blue, Orange, Lime Yellow, Light Pink, Green Certification: NFPA See helmet 0765, USA |
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| Links: | http://www.troymi.gov/Government/Departments/FireDept.aspx http://www.bullard.com/europe/de/products/fire_service/UST/ |
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