From the Sutphen Corporation website: For Immediate Release Date: July 22, 2014 RE: Sutphen Voluntarily Removing 5-Section Aerial Devices From Service Sutphen Corporation has taken a proactive step by advising all customers to temporarily remove all SPH 100, SP 110, SPI 112, and SAI 110 aerial devices from active service until further notice. This action is effective immediately. The company has instructed that these units may only be used as engine or support vehicles during this period. Sutphen will maintain direct communication with its clients to provide updates on the situation and when the equipment can safely return to full operation. "At this moment, our top priority is the safety of our firefighters," said Drew Sutphen, President of the company. "In response to recent events, we believe it's essential to take immediate precautions. We would rather be overly cautious than risk any firefighter’s well-being." Sutphen plans to personally reach out to all affected customers to explain what happened and the steps being taken to resolve the issue. The company is committed to transparency and ensuring that its clients 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. Its headquarters are located in the greater Columbus area. For more details, please contact the Sutphen sales office. Three firefighters from Hall County were injured during a training session on Tuesday. According to Scott Cagle, a spokesperson for Hall County Fire Services, the three men were inside the bucket of a ladder that had been extended. A mechanical failure caused the ladder to drop approximately 20 feet before jamming, resulting in injuries due to the sudden stop. Two of the firefighters were transported via air ambulance to Grady Memorial Hospital, while the third was taken by ground ambulance to a hospital in Gainesville, Georgia. All three were reported to be alert, conscious, and breathing. They have been identified as Will Griffin, T.J. Elliot, and Stephen Jackson, and their conditions are currently stable. Decorative Aluminum Profile,Aluminium Profile,H Aluminum Extrusion Wuqiang Xingdou International Trade Co., Ltd , https://www.wqxingdou.com
Press Release – Five-Section Aerials
Sutphen Voluntarily Removing 5-Section Aerial Devices From Service
Dublin, OH
11alive.com in Atlanta recently reported on an incident involving three firefighters who were injured while operating a Sutphen tower ladder. This marks the second such event within a short period, raising concerns about the safety of these devices.