Press Release – Five-Section Aerials

Dublin, OH

For Immediate Release

Date: July 22, 2014

RE: Sutphen Voluntarily Removing 5-Section Aerial Devices From Service

Sutphen Corporation has issued a notice to all its customers, instructing them to immediately take all SPH 100, SP 110, SPI 112, and SAI 110 aerial devices out of service. These units are currently not to be used in their primary operational role until further notice.

Instead, the affected apparatus may only be used as an engine or support vehicle. The company is working closely with its clients to provide updates on when these units can safely return to regular use.

"At this moment, the safety of our firefighters is our top priority," said Drew Sutphen, President of Sutphen Corporation. "In response to recent incidents, we believe it's essential to take immediate precautionary measures. We would rather be overly cautious than risk the well-being of those who serve us."

Sutphen will be reaching out directly to all customers with the affected equipment to explain what happened and outline the steps being taken to resolve the issue. The company is committed to transparency and ensuring that all parties are fully informed throughout the process.

Sutphen Corporation is a family-owned, privately held business based in Dublin, Ohio, specializing in custom-built emergency response vehicles. Their headquarters are located in the greater Columbus area.

For more information, contact the Sutphen sales office directly.

Meanwhile, local news outlet 11alive.com in Atlanta reported on a recent incident involving three firefighters who were injured while operating a Sutphen tower ladder during a training session. This marks the second such incident in just a few weeks, raising concerns about the safety of the equipment.

Three firefighters from Hall County were injured during a training exercise on Tuesday. According to Scott Cagle, a spokesperson for Hall County Fire Services, the three men were inside the bucket of a ladder that was extended when a mechanical failure occurred. The ladder dropped approximately 20 feet before jamming, causing injuries due to the sudden stop.

Two of the firefighters were transported by air to Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta, while the third was taken by ambulance to a hospital in Gainesville, Georgia. All three were reported to be conscious, alert, and breathing. They have been identified as Will Griffin, T.J. Elliot, and Stephen Jackson, and are currently in stable condition.

This incident highlights the growing concern around the reliability of five-section aerial ladders and the urgent need for manufacturers like Sutphen to address potential safety issues. As the investigation continues, fire departments across the country are reviewing their equipment and protocols to ensure the safety of their personnel.

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