TRUSTED WORLDWIDE SINCE 1908 Fall/Winter 2019 | Volume 29, Number 2
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A Newsletter For Our Customers, Employees & Friends
IN THIS ISSUE President’s Message: Disruptive Technologies...Catching the Wave Page 2 Milwaukee Switches to Darley Pumps Page 2 Darley LDM/LDMX Single Stage Midship Pump Page 2 Disruptive Technologies - Changing the Face of the Fire Service: • Car Fire Blanket • FLAIM Extinguisher™ Training • RiVR Interactive 360˚ Training Page 3 What’s New in Darley’s Other Divisions - Equipment, Defense, ODIN® Foam, Fireboy®-Xintex®, Ohler Pumps and PolyBilt® Page 4 Just Ask Engineering: What is Happening with Class B Foam? Page 5 New Darley Foam Refill System Page 5 ITC Tank Farm Fire Extinguished with Darley ZSM Pumps Page 5 From the Office of Peter Darley: Thanks for Bringing Out Our Best Page 6 Darley Embraces Robotics and Automation Page 6 Employee Profile: Peter Capulli Page 6 Darley Pump School & CAFS Academy Page 7 A Look at a Next Generation Darley: Marilyn Janecek Page 7 Darley Industry News: Darley Donates Safe Water Boxes to Hurricane Dorian Victims, Gen. Norty Schwartz Visits Darley HQ, Darley Donates $25K to MABAS, Darley’s NZ Rep. Presented with Queen’s Service Medal Page 7 Vendor Spotlight: R&B Fabrications, Inc. Page 8 Team Battery-Powered Husqvarna K12FD9 Saw Bundle Page 8 Industry Calendar Page 8
CONTACT DARLEY Pump Sales Phone: 1.800.4DARLEY • 630.735.3500 Ohler Pump Co. / ODIN® Foam Phone: 319.987.2121 Parts & Engineering Phone: 1.800.634.7812 • 715.726.2650 On the Web www.darley.com • www.edarley.com The Darley Times is published by Darley U.S.A. Headquarters: 325 Spring Lake Dr. Itasca, IL 60143-2072
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Darley Awarded Major Defense Contracts When most people think of Darley, they think of us as a pump manufacturer and equipment distributor for firefighters around the world. While Darley is proud to have served our world’s firefighters for over 111 years, we have also been honored to serve the United States and allied warfighters since the pre-World War II (WWII) days. During WWII, Darley provided the US military with hundreds of fire CAPABILITIES trucks and thousands of pumps. After the war, these trucks stayed C4ISR on-ground in countries around the world which helped to launch our OCIE & PPE thriving international business, as customers recognized the benefits SPECIAL OPERATIONS SUPPORT of such advanced, high-quality equipment. WEAPON ACCESSORIES & OPTICS What many of our long-time customers don’t realize is, today, the EXPEDITIONARY largest segment of Darley’s business comes from serving warfighters TRAINING SUPPORT and equipping them with a range of products outside of the firefighting FIRE & EMERGENCY SERVICES EQUIPMENT product markets. Based upon the numbers stemming from newly MILITARY FIRE APPARATUS SERVICE PROGRAM awarded contracts, Darley Defense orders in 2019 have nearly CLASS I & CLASS VIII doubled from the previous year – growth being fueled largely by defense equipment sales and services. Download Darley’s Defense The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) recently awarded Darley an capability brochure online at Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for firefighting www.darleydefense.com/capabilities and emergency services equipment worth $985 million over a 5-year period. Other significant multiyear contracts are in the pipeline with Darley as one of the likely awardees. Paul Darley cited Darley’s stellar past performance, competitive pricing and integrity as the primary reasons Darley was awarded this coveted contract, for the third time in 13 years. Paul stated, “Integrity is our number one core value, and it is never compromised at Darley. It is important to DLA, and their customers, to deal with reputable contractors like Darley. While supplying firefighting equipment is still at our core, providing tactical Darley factory in Chippewa Falls, WI in 1942 equipment will continue to grow our business.” supporting the WWII effort. TRUSTED WORLDWIDE SINCE 1908
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Darley Launches New Fire Advisory Board
In 2008, Darley launched our first ever Defense Advisory Board to assist us in growing our newlyformed Defense Division. Over the years, we have learned extensively from this amazing group of veterans including admirals, generals, command sergeant majors, captains, etc., from all branches of the military who have helped to guide us over the years. While we have served the world’s fire services over 100 years, we thought it prudent to form a Fire Advisory Fire Advisory Board in Chicago September 12-13, 2019. Board (FAB) to help ensure we are best serving the needs of our core firefighter customer base. In forming the FAB, we wanted diversity in the board members. Darley’s leadership put together a preference list that included innovative early adopters with a cross-section of traditional but progressive and seasoned fire service leaders. Remarkably, everyone who was approached agreed to serve! Our team consists of Chief Otto Drozd III (Former Orange County FD, FL), Caleb Holt (Former Texas A & M alum), Captain Kirk McKinzie (Cosumnes FD, CA), Chief Bobby Halton (Editor Fire Engineering magazine), Commissioner James Joyce (Retired Chicago FD), Chief Tim Sashko (Former Executive Director Illinois Fire Chiefs and Chief of Mundelein FD, IL), and Chief Brian Brown (Former South Metro FD, CO). Our first meeting was held in Chicago on September 12-13, 2019. The meeting included a fire service needs assessment, review of new fire and rescue technologies, along with the formalization of Darley’s next five-year strategic plan. All board members chose to have their stipend paid to a charity of their choosing. We are humbled by their willingness to help Darley and those we serve.
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PAUL DARLEY
Disruptive Technologies... Catching the Wave Have you ever noticed the ripple effect that takes place when revolutionary technologies are introduced? One transformation seems to be the catalyst for numerous other changes. At Darley, we are constantly canvasing our markets in search of innovative products that address these ever evolving needs. For example, electric vehicles are growing in popularity, but this megatrend has resulted in battery fires that are almost impossible to control, until now. Our industrial and military fire customers are facing a crisis with the discovery of cancerous C8 chemicals in the firefighting foams they’ve been using for almost a century. Our FLAIM Trainer virtual reality firefighting systems allow users to train more safely. The heightened awareness of cancer among firefighters has created an abundance of new products for clean cabs, such as our DARCON decontamination system. Most people talk about disruptive technologies as if they are something new, but our founder William S. Darley was a “disrupter” in the 1920’s when he was the first to introduce a fire engine on a Ford Model T chassis and offer it for sale through our catalog. It sold for $690 – roughly one tenth of the price of a typical custom fire truck at the time. The first production model is on display in our headquarters. Not all disruptive new products are completely revolutionary, however. Our Safe Water Boxes are a simple concept, yet it’s revolutionary in terms of helping our service members to aid those in crisis after a natural disaster. Our solution offers a water box with a 3-year shelf life, no wasteful bottles and it can be safely dropped to military forward operating bases. We answer the call as often as we can. We will continue to seek out and “catch the wave” on these advancements that benefit our customers. As a part of Darley, if you see opportunities that will help you do your job more safely and efficiently, please let us know. Paul C. Darley President & Chief Executive Officer pauldarley@darley.com Cell: 1-708-267-6288
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NEW “WE SWITCHED” AD CAMPAIGN
Milwaukee Switches to Darley Pumps The Milwaukee Fire Department has become the latest metro fire department to make the switch to Darley pumps for their fleet. Milwaukee recently signed a multi-unit We switched to contract with Reliant Fire Apparatus, representing Pierce Manufacturing, and specified the Darley LDMX 1500 pump making for a strong Wisconsin trifecta. Both the FD’s decision to make the switch and the particular pump they chose, were based on several factors including: the significant excess flow capacity provided with the LDM pump, the strength and lower decibel levels of the Darley transPROUDLY MADE IN THE USA mission, and the impression their purchasing committee was left with after investing the time to tour Darley’s facilities. During the tour, they witnessed a truly American made, union built product and Darley’s Milwaukee has joined the ever-growing state of the art manufacturing facility, with a list of major metro FD’s to switch to dedicated and unparalleled focus among our Darley Pumps. team on quality manufacturing and customer service. The icing on the cake was Darley’s industry leading warranty, a six year manufacturer’s warranty which includes three years of parts and labor. At Darley, we couldn’t be prouder to have the largest fire department in the state we manufacture in be coming on board. For more information on the LDM or LDMX pump or to schedule a tour for yourself or your apparatus committee please reach out to JasonDarley@Darley.com or at 715-456-9390.
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MILWAUKEE, WI, FIRE DEPARTMENT RECENTLY ORDERED PIERCE® ENFORCER™ PUMPERS FEATURING DARLEY 1500 GPM PUMPS, SOLD BY BRETT KRUEGER, RELIANT FIRE APPARATUS
Darley manufactures quality products right here in the USA. Our state-of-the-art facilities in Wisconsin and Iowa utilize the most advanced 3D modeling software and Computational Fluid Dynamic programs to design best in class products with unparalleled customer satisfaction. We employ not only over 100 Union employees in our Pump Division, but also utilize the latest CNC machinery and manufacturing technologies to produce high quality, precision manufactured Fire Pumps and CAFS, to protect the communities we serve.
LEARN MORE REASONS WHY DEPARTMENTS ARE SWITCHING AT DARLEY.COM/WE-SWITCHED PUMPS@DARLEY.COM • DARLEY.COM • 1.800.4.DARLEY • @WSDARLEY • #DEMANDDARLEY
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LDM/LDMX Single Stage Midship Pump 20% Smaller and Lighterweight, With Flows Over 2000 GPM at 150 PSI
The LDM pump is Darley’s tried and true single stage midship pump. It is about 20% smaller and lighter weight, on average, than our competitors’ pumps provided at the same rating points. The LDM pump, although rated to 1750 GPM, flows well over 2000 GPM at 150 PSI in max flow testing. This reserve capacity eliminates the common practice of a department paying more for a higher rated pump, for example - 2000 GPM, and then “de-rating” the pump to 1750 or 1500 GPM, to ensure they pass annual NFPA service tests throughout the life of the apparatus. We strive to achieve those results for you with the reserve capacity standards we hold ourselves to. The LDM features our MagnaTrans™ transmission which is MagnaTrans™ is the highest rated (19,230 ft/lbs of torque) in the industry. The The the highest rated transMagnaTrans™ is standard on the majority of our midship pumps mission in the industry with 2000 GPM ratings or less. As many customers who’ve been rated at 19,230 ft/lbs making the switch to Darley continue to note, this transmission of torque. is much quieter than any other midship pump transmission they have used. The LDMX designation (pictured) is given to the pump when the OEM supplies a stainless manifold rather than cast iron - an industry trend allowing flexibility in plumbing design and additional weight savings. For more information on the LDM or LDMX pump or to determine which Darley pump may be best for your fire department, reach out to JasonDarley@Darley.com or at 715-456-9390.
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DISRUPTIVE TECHNOLOGIES - CHANGING THE FACE OF THE FIRE SERVICE
Control Electric Car Fires with Darley Bridgehill Car Fire Blankets Darley is proud to announce a new partnership with Bridgehill. We are the exclusive U.S.A. NEW dealer for Bridgehill fire blankets and fire sails. Based in Norway, Bridgehill is taking a new approach to fighting fires with blankets and sails. The Bridgehill blankets have two purposes: Smothering fires and blocking fire from destroying valuable assets. With electric vehicle usage on the rise, the blankets are a very effective means of smothering these types of car fires, which are difficult to put out and release toxic gases into the atmosphere. They are also being used to extinguish lithium ion fires and in industrial areas to both smother fires and also inhibit them from spreading to machines, inventory, The car fire blanket smothers dangerous electric computers or through- and lithium car fires within minutes. Priced at $2,422 including Smartbag. out the manufacturing facility. Prepare yourself with Darley and Bridgehill as your solutions provider. To order or for more information, please visit www.edarley. com/car-fire-blanket/ or contact ryandarley@darley.com.
Ready Yourself with FLAIM Extinguisher™ Training The first time you encounter a fire should not be the first time you use a fire extinguisher. Early response to fire saves lives and property. That’s why extinguisher training is becoming increasingly important in all aspects of the fire service and for the general public and businesses. With FLAIM Extinguisher you can train people in the environments where emergencies actually occur - schools, workplaces and the home. But now you can run this training completely indoors. You can now train anywhere, anytime and safely. There is no messy clean-up, experience can be gained in a number of environments, and there is no exposure to carcinogens. The FLAIM Extinguisher’s simple, one-person setup allows users to be ready to train in under five minutes. The FLAIM Extinguisher NEW combines a 360˚ view of the fire with sound to realistically simulate Simple one-person setup in what someone might experience in a real fire situation, including under five minutes. Hardware and one-year subscription the fire-retardant capacity of the extinguisher. priced at $6,000. The FLAIM Extinguisher gets users ready to act when a fire breaks out. The system tracks the position of the user, how the extinguisher hose is angled and its flow. This facilitates the teaching of the P.A.S.S. method (Pull the extinguisher pin; Aim the nozzle low at the base of the fire; Squeeze the lever above the handle; and Sweep the nozzle from side to side). Users learn how to operate industry standard dry chemical powder, water, foam, and CO2 The FLAIM Extinguisher™ allows users to extinguishers. FLAIM Extinguisher will prepare you to take action, with the system enabling train indoor in environments where emergencies typically occur. delivery of extinguisher training anywhere and anytime.
Experience RiVR’s Fully Immersive Interactive 360˚ Training Technology Are you using e-learning, PowerPoint or PDFs for training? RiVR Link enables a VR “Classroom in a Box“ solution for the fire industry. The RiVR Link “Classroom in a Box” solution offers instructors an interactive and engaging teaching tool for classroom education using 360° video NEW and images. This allows for a multi-user capability, the ability to draw in real time within the students’ headsets and to use your own 360° video/photo content or use our professional video services. With RiVR’s “Classroom in a Box,” students have total freedom to look in any direction within the headset, allowing them to truly experience the full immersive effects of virtual reality training. Using a virtual marker (VR Chalk), the instructor can draw directly onto the video, visible to everyone, or using wireless communications, can speak directly into the students’ head- RiVR’s software allows instructors to monitor sets. The instructor can monitor and interact with the session and interact with the user. The RiVR Link from the 2D tablet and is able to give central feedback by pausing the 360° video and focusing all “Classroom in a Box” offers an interactive and engaging teaching students’ attention to key learning points. This full immersion, combined with instructor led training, tool with 360˚ video and images. allows for blended learning with lasting results. Contact kevinsofen@darley.com for more information.
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SEE WHAT’S NEW IN DARLEY’S OTHER DIVISIONS Darley Decon, Clean Cab & Particulate Blocking Products Added to eDarley.com and Catalog We’re proud to announce the release of ® our new Darley Catalog #274. We’ve added over 350 new SKUs with solutions to your needs and concerns including new particulate blocking hoods, products to address clean cabs and decontamination. We’ve expanded our offerings from the most demanded and innovative manufacturers in the fire service including Fire Dex, Key Fire Hose, FLIR, Akron Brass and many NEW more. Items of noted interest are the new FLIR K1 Thermal Imager for less than $600.00, new portable scene lighting from Streamlight and a new battery operated circular saw from Team Equipment that can operate in low oxygen smoke filled environments. You can always visit us at www.edarley. com or email to request your own copy of our catalog to catalog@edarley.com. FLIR K1
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Walt Yates Joins Defense Advisory Board Walt Yates joined the Darley Defense Advisory Board in 2018, shortly after retiring as a Colonel from 27 years of service in the U.S. Marine Corps. His early career was spent in the Field Artillery community before attending Naval Postgraduate School and receiving a M.S. degree in Modeling, Virtual Environments, and Simulations. Walt joined the Defense Acquisition Corps in 2010 and was assigned as project manager for Range Training Aids, Devices, and Simulators, project manager for the Framework for Assessing Cost & Technology, and his final assignment in uniform was a Program Manager for Training Systems from 20142018. Since retiring from the Marine Corps, Walt established an independent consultancy, Walt Yates & Associates LLC, and advises clients on marketing technology and services to the military. We are proud to welcome Walt to our Darley Defense advisory board!
ODIN Foam Delivering 130 Fast Foam Proportioners to the USFS
Fireboy-Xintex Supplies Fire Detection and Suppression Systems for Non-Profit Organization
ODIN Foam recently worked with the U.S. Forest Service to develop a solution to meet their needs. After extensive design and testing performed with Dan McKenzie, in San Dimas, CA, ODIN is proud to introduce the 1.5 GPM Fast Foam 150. This unit is designed to be able to flow up to 1% of foam at 150 GPM of NEW water flow meeting the demanding requirements of accurately flowing foam with flows down to 7 GPM, as well as pressures up to 400 PSI. ODIN recently delivered 60 systems to BFX Fire Apparatus, with another 70 units expected to deliver The Fast Foam 150 flows up to 1% of over the next several months. foam at 150 GPM.
The “Matthew Turner” Brigantine sailing ship is USCG inspected and will be used to run non-profit excursions to train at-risk youths as merchant marines. Fireboy-Xintex supplied fire detection and fire suppression for several areas on this vessel, including the engine room and battery storage compartments. In addition to the many new Navy patrol boats we are protecting, Metal Shark is now building two 50' fire boats for the Miami-Dade Fire Department. Each boat includes a Fireboy GA1 fire suppression system, a CO Alarm and a Darley ZSF-IC pump to protect the boat and its crew.
Ohler Expands Engineering Dept. to Meet Growing Demand
Innovative Technology, High-Strength, Impact & Corrosion Resistance
The Ohler Pump and ODIN Foam divisions of W.S. Darley are located in Janesville, IA. ODIN Foam focuses on designing and building CAFS; while Ohler Pump’s main focus is on military pumping applications. We have recently added resources to meet the increased demand of these two product lines. The 2018 facility expansion has allowed us to grow our engineering department, adding one full time and one part time engineer, as well as outsourcing some engineering needs through a local third party (Productive Resources). The addition of this new talent brings many new capabilities further preparing these divisions to “Keep The Fire!”
Our PolyBilt® and Darley Tour 2019 truck is being shown and demonstrated at various shows and departments in the U.S. This special pumper features our PolyBilt® WASP series Integrated Body with 25 gallon foam and 300 gallon water tanks. At the heart of this little monster is our 1500 GPM/120 CFM PSMC AutoCAFS® package. This rig includes our Super Single Tire and suspension lift package which provides for increased ground clearance and is geared for increased power for “Go Almost Anywhere” capability. Contact Darley for details or Call 1.800.4.DARLEY to arrange a demo! to arrange a demo today.
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JUST ASK ENGINEERING Question?
What is the latest with C8 Class B foams? Is there a safer alternative? Asked by: Ted Soldan - Chief Otter Lake Vol. Fire and First Responders, MI
Paulie Schaus Pump Engineer
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Recent awareness of PFAS (per- & polyfluoroalkyl substances) environmental contamination is changing the Class B foam industry and the fire industry should be aware of this issue. PFAS is a broad term that includes all molecules that have a fluorine-carbon bond. They are often used as surfactants in Class B foam concentrates. Surfactants – with their hydrophilic (waterloving) head and a hydrophobic (water-hating) tail - are essential to the stability of foam. When bubbles are formed, the tails, repelled by the water, act as a buffer for the thin water membrane that is stabilized by the hydrophilic head. Without these molecular interactions water bubbles would burst as quickly as bubbles blown under water. Foams for Class A (structure) fires, having always used carbon-loving surfactants without fluorine to soak into carbon fuel sources, are safe and biodegradable. The problem is Class B (flammable liquid) foams with carbon-hating fluorosurfactants (type of PFAS molecules) that allow foam to sit atop the liquid fuel and create an aqueous film that acts as a vapor barrier, cools the fuel, and helps spread the foam across the fuel to promote self-healing. The fluorine-carbon bonds in fluorosurfactants, while necessary for repelling hydrocarbon fuels, are extremely strong and take hundreds of years to degrade without incineration. While not all PFAS chemicals are the same, two major components in older formulations of AFFF concentrates, perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS) and perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), have been found to be toxic and accumulate in living tissue for years. These PFOS and PFOA molecules are finding their way into groundwater and being consumed by the public. Once these molecules are
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inside your body, they cause higher risks for high cholesterol, thyroid dysfunctions, birth defects, high blood pressure while pregnant, and When a Class B foam extinguishes a flammable even prostate, kidney, liquid fire, the aqueous film blocks vapor and helps the foam spread over the fuel surface. and testicular cancers. Since 2002, when 3M found these effects in their fluorine-based foam, it has been a slow process to remove these fluorine molecules from AFFF, resulting in over $670 million in lawsuits against foam manufacturers and regulations restricting AFFF within the coming years. Many foam manufacturers are now formulating fluorine-free foams (FFF) to provide an alternative solution. While FFFs are effective for fuel fires at thin depths, they are less effective when the fuel source has larger depths due to its lower resistance to hydrocarbon fuels compared to AFFF. Foams using shorter chain PFAS molecules have also been developed and are almost as effective as older formulations of AFFF. Older AFFF formulations used PFOS and PFOA molecules that consisted of 8 carbon chains (C8). Fluorosurfactants used in newer AFFF formulations use 6 carbon chain (C6) molecules that cannot break down into C8 molecules. While C6 fluorosurfactants are still toxic and persistent in the environment, it is believed they don’t accumulate in tissue like C8 molecules, resulting in a lower degree of long-term adverse effects than the C8 molecules cause. Until more effective FFFs emerge, certain agencies have recommended that fire departments use current FFF when possible, but resort to C6 foams when they have no other choice and always follow the foam manufacturers’ recommendations. As the foam industry changes, we at Darley are committed to keeping everyone aware of the changes occurring as we understand them, letting you know of developing technologies, and providing equipment designed for the safest possible outcome.
Simple to Operate Darley Foam Refill System ODIN Foam recently designed a simple to operate and easy to install Foam Refill System. With simplicity, price, and safety in mind, you can now refill your foam cell without having to climb on your truck to manually fill the tank. The system is designed to lift foam up to 10 feet and deliver 4-6 GPM of foam, allowing for quick refill of your truck’s foam cell. For more information, contact ODIN Foam at 319-987-2226 or online at www.odinfoam.com.
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ITC Tank Farm Fire Extinguished With Darley ZSM 3000 Pumps This past March, a massive petrochemical tank farm fire occurred at Deer Park Texas’s ITC facility. This incident required the assistance of over 1,200 firefighters to extinguish the inferno during a four-day period. In all, eight storage tanks were destroyed with an additional three storage tanks taking some form of fire damage. Firefighters used class B foam and water to gain control of the situation. Darley’s ZSM Industrial firefighting pumps were the pump of choice within the firetrucks nearest the blaze. Darley has received some reports that our pumps worked flawlessly for up to 55 hours straight with no issues. After the incident, some firefighters went so far as to thank Darley for their lives being saved by these ZSM pumps working so well. For those firefighters’ readings this Darley ZSM pumps worked flawlessly for an estimated 55 – thank you for believing in us and we Over 1,200 firefighters assisted during a four-day period hours straight with no issues to help extinguish the blaze. will never disappoint you. to extinguish the blaze with Class B foam and water.
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From the Office of
PETER DARLEY
Thanks for Bringing Out Our Best Our mission is to passionately serve the world’s first responder and tactical communities by providing high quality, safe and innovative products. To achieve this, we must create and build positive customer experiences through new technologies, attentive service, the right selection of products, faster delivery and competitive pricing. We will continue to strive to innovate new technologies and solutions that allow you to carry out your jobs effectively – in better, safer and smarter ways. Major change can be difficult and disruptive, but we are committed to continuing to embrace change and be thought leaders in the industries that we serve. Darley recently released our corporate video “The Darley Way.” It is a tribute to those who we serve, to those people who serve us all every day. The Darley Way video is a good reminder to our heroes that Darley and America cares about and is grateful for their service. Whenever I watch it, I feel inspired, blessed and honored to serve those who serve and protect others. We take our hats off to all First Responders we serve: • Who run to face danger and who risk it all • Whose sacrifice gives us purpose • Whose courage gives us strength • Whose dedication gives us passion • Whose selflessness fuels our drive Darley is proud of, and thankful, for the many hard-working people that we serve and who keep us all safe. We are thankful to all we serve for bringing out the best in us and we promise to work hard to fulfill our mission so that you may fulfill yours.
Peter Darley Executive VP, Chief Operating Officer peterdarley@darley.com
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Darley Embraces Robotics and Automation With the pressure of faster production and without sacrificing quality as well as engaging a new, more tech savvy workforce, the Pump Division is embracing automation and robotics. These advanced technologies engage the workforce where skills are focused on the technology of the system in order to reduce menial, repetitive, dangerous, or highly sensitive tasks. In addition to employing a workforce that has engaged with technology their whole lives, this generation has had more technical resources and educational opportunities to apply to the world around them. Manufacturers need to adapt to an environment where technology is key to allowing the current generation to overcome the labor shortage. We are taking our time to implement new technology in a way that allows the entire workforce to embrace it. One area that where we are implementing robotics is in machine Darley’s Newest Addition: Halter tending. While a machinist is using his/ her skillset on higher S230 with Fanuc, Machine value activities, a robot can be performing the machine load Tending an Okuma LT3000. and unload operations. A robot provides multiple benefits in this area. Repeatability over time is an advantage that a robot has over a human operator because there is no body fatigue factor. This also means that the high quality standards that we hold are easier to meet during long or higher quantity part runs. Machine tending robots also provide a higher level of safety with reduced repetitive motion tasks for the machinist. While the robot is loading and unloading the machine, the machinist can be working on more technically skilled tasks such as setting up items for the next job to be run or performing inspection operations.
EMPLOYEE PROFILE Peter Capulli
Purchasing Manager, Defense Division Peter Capulli joined Darley in June 2008 after working as an intern in the summer and winter months of 2007 during his senior year at Marquette University. He graduated with a B.S. degree in Operations and Supply Chain Management, as well as Entrepreneurship. Peter connected with Darley through the Marquette Business School’s internship program, through which Paul Darley has been active since himself graduating from Marquette. Peter recalls “I emailed my resume to about 5 different Chicagoland companies. Paul called me within 5 minutes and eagerly expressed they were looking for interns. After an interview, the rest is history.” Peter started as Supply Chain Manager as our Defense Division was just about to receive our first TLS contract and became the first employee in this newly formed division. He spent his first several years helping to build the division’s supplier network from the ground up, as well as managing and building our GSA contract offering. Once we became a more established division, Peter moved onto Purchasing Manager, his current position, while continuing to manage our GSA contracts. Peter reflects, “What drew me to Darley initially as an intern, and remains today as a constant motivator, is the rewarding feeling of being able to serve our first responders and military on a daily basis.” Peter currently lives in Chicago with his wife, Sara. Together, they enjoy frequenting concerts, indulging in Chicago’s vibrant food scene and checking destinations off their world travel bucket list. Darley recently opened an office in downtown Chicago to provide a work space for employees who live downtown to use on scheduled days.
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DARLEY TIMES PUMP SCHOOL & CAFS ACADEMY PUMP SCHOOL
Darley provides a comprehensive class that covers everything from pump theory to hands-on maintenance and repair of Darley pumps and accessories. Pump School is absolutely tuition-free. Students pay only for transportation, room and meals. All OEM and Service Centers are encouraged to attend at least every five years. Classes are held the first full week of May and October each year. Call Mandy Hrdlicka at 800-634-7812 to register.
CAFS ACADEMY
The annual Darley CAFS Academy is a great way to learn how to maintain, service and operate your CAFS. Cost is free to all pump school attendees or only $75 for the 2-day school, $50 for a 1-day pass. Contact Troy Carothers at cafs@darley.com to register. Oct 7 - 9, 2019 Darley Pump School May 4 - 6, 2020 Darley Pump School May 7 - 8, 2020 Darley CAFS Academy
DARLEY INDUSTRY NEWS Darley Donates Safe Water Boxes to Hurricane Dorian Victims Hurricane Dorian ravaged the islands of Grand Bahama and Abacos as a historic Category 5 hurricane that left the islands in disarray. The underground fresh water aquifers were flooded and accessible drinking water is now hard to find. After these events, there’s an increased risk of disease if the drinking water comes from unsafe sources and there is a general rule of thumb that each person should drink at least one gallon of water per day. In an Darley is donating 23 pallets of effort to support those in need, Darley Safe Water Boxes to the Bahamas. and Turtle Plastics teamed up to provide a trailer load of Darley Safe Water Boxes (23 pallets/4,853 gallons) which will help provide immediate water relief. While the packaged water will help alleviate the short-term need, we also remain committed to supporting long term sustainable water treatment solutions during rebuilding efforts. Darley Safe Water Box
General Norty Schwartz Visits Darley Headquarters General (Ret) Norty Schwartz visited Darley this summer when Darley hosted a meeting of the Business Executives for National Security (BENS). General Schwartz served as Chief of Staff and was responsible for training and equipping nearly 700,000 active duty air force. He is currently the President & CEO of BENS, a unique nonprofit comprised of over 450 senior business executives who address pressing challenges. Paul Darley is an active member of the Chicago chapter. Gen. Norty Schwartz (3rd from left) and Gen. Ray Palumbo
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Darley Donates $25K to MABAS at IL Fire Service Home Day May 2019 Pump School graduates.
FOURTH GENERATION DARLEY
Marilyn Janecek
Hi! My name is Marilyn Janecek and I’m a 4th generation great grand daughter of W.S. Darley. I’m also the daughter of Patricia and Harold Janecek and grand daughter of Patricia Darley Long. I’m currently a sophomore in high school. I also am a part of my high school cheer team. I really enjoy spending time with my friends and going to concerts with them. This summer I was a swim coach and taught swim lessons to children which was an exciting experience. I am not sure which career I would like to pursue but I do plan on attending college in the future. I am very proud to be a part of the Darley family and proud to know we are serving communities worldwide. There are currently 31 fourth-generation Darley family members who are descendants of William S. Darley.
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The 14th annual Illinois Fire Service Home Day was held Friday, June 7th at the Mutual Aid Box Alarm System (MABAS) Readiness Center in Wheeling, IL. With almost 150 attendees including fire chiefs from 48 different departments, congressional staffers, as well as 15 FAMA and FEMSA member companies, the event was a huge success in advancing issues important to the fire service. Jay Reardon, former MABAS CEO announced a new MABAS Foundation that was Paul Darley announced a being formed based on lack $25,000 donation to Jay of federal funding. Paul Darley Reardon at the 14th Annual pledged that the Darley Family IL Fire Service Home Day. Staffers were able to operate rescue Foundation was donating $25,000 to the newly formed tools and other firefighting equipment from 15 participating vendors. MABAS Foundation in the name of William J. Darley. Plans already are underway for next year’s 15th annual Illinois Fire Service Home Day to be held on Friday, June 5, 2020.
Darley’s New Zealand Representative Presented with Queen’s Service Medal Kevin O’Sullivan, Darley’s long-serving representative in New Zealand and Marine Special Projects person, has also been a long serving worker for the Royal New Zealand Volunteer Coast Guard. Kevin has designed world-leading weather information systems, Governor-General, Dame been an educator and examiner, built radio communication proj- Patsy Reddy, presented Kevin O’Sullivan with the ects, acted as President and is currently the Patron of the Service. In recognition, he was recently presented with a Royal Award, Queen’s Service Medal. the Queen’s Service Medal, by Dame Patsy Reddy, the Governor-General of New Zealand. Congratulations to Kevin on this well-deserved and rewarding accomplishment!
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Vendor Spotlight: R&B Fabrications, Inc. For nearly 50 years R&B Fabrications has established sewing industry standards. Their innovative designs and high-quality workmanship have made them industry leaders. • Veteran-owned manufacturing fire, EMS and safety equipment bags • Family-operated company in Oakwood, Ohio Since 1971 • Made in the U.S.A., skillfully handcrafted, trusted quality R&B Fabrications began as a part time hobby 47 years ago in a one-car garage repairing canvas products and making custom boat tops. Five years later they built their first building and started making cushions for Braun Industries custom ambulances and ventured into a line of bags for the horse industry and collars and lead straps for hunting dogs. In the late 1970s, Ron Eakins took basic fire and EMS training and joined the Oakwood Volunteer Fire Department and Oakwood EMS. Dan, Ron’s son, grew up in the business, the fire department and with the EMS. Upon graduating high school, Dan joined the company with his father and began fire and EMS training. At that time there was an opportunity to develop a line of products relating to the fire, EMS and law enforcement fields. In pursuing the opportunity, the next step was to build two adjoining buildings to meet the demand. Ron and Dan’s combined time in fire and EMS give them the knowledge to design and manufacture the products customers need. Darley proudly offers R&B Fabrications products available for purchase on www.edarley.com or through our catalog. Search R&B Fabrications to view our complete product selection online.
Battery-Powered Husqvarna K12FD9 Saw Bundle NEW
The TEAM Husqvarna K12FD9 is a lightweight battery power cutter with low vibrations and user-friendly ergonomics. The excellent power-to-weight ratio makes it a versatile addition for lighter cutting needs. The saw’s brushless motor produces zero emissions, makes minimal noise and has a built-in wet cutting kit to control dust. The K12FD9 is perfect for quick and efficient cuts in confined spaces or most anywhere a smaller saw is needed. Paired with a 9" Piraya Diamond Blade you’ll make fast and efficient single pass cuts and scores in steel, rebar and concrete up to 3" deep. INTRODUCTORY SPECIAL BUNDLE INCLUDES:
Shop R&B products including the Hazmat Equipment Bag (AW362), Jumbo Gear Bag (AS037), Dual Certified Safety Vest (BL047) and the Gripper Hose System (AF151) at www.edarley.com/brands/r-b-fabrications-inc.
• K12FD9 9" saw • 2 - BLi-200 batteries (5Ah, 36V) • Quick charger (330 watt) • Piraya 9" multipurpose diamond blade EQUIPMENT, INC. BP173 Team Husqvarna K12FD9 Saw Bundle $1,289.95
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