HME AHRENS-FOX TO DEBUT NEW HYBRID ELECTRIC
TECHNOLOGY (HETTM) RESCUE AT FDIC 2019
Grand Rapids/Wyoming, MI (March 27, 2019) HME Ahrens-Fox will debut a new wet rescue
apparatus powered by Hybrid Electric Technology (HETTM) at FDIC 2019. Assembled on the
advanced AF1 custom chassis, the Ahrens-Fox HETTM is a Heavy Rescue Variable Response
Vehicle with water and pump features, representing a forward leap in advanced energy
management.
The Ahrens-Fox HETTM features a fully integrated hybrid design, with operation beginning from
the turn of the battery switch. The vehicle’s electrical system is backboned with an 18KW high
voltage Lithium battery storage module. Low voltage (12V DC) operation is provided with a
continuous capability of 440 amps of DC power. The motive engine is equipped with an 11KW
high voltage alternator to provide replenishment power during driving, and the motive engine
starting system is energized by a 12-volt capacitor. Cab climate control is achieved with a high
voltage air conditioning compressor and/or an 11KW engine coolant heater. The interior of the
cab is fitted with conventional heat and air conditioning units.
“The apparatus will arrive on scene, the motive engine shuts down and the truck will continue
to fully operate for 8-12 hours from the Lithium module”, said VP of Engineering Ken Lenz.
“With the HETTM, HME Ahrens-Fox offers the first zero-emission fire apparatus available today.”
The Ahrens-Fox Heavy Rescue Variable Response Vehicle powered by HETTM will be 1 of 11
HME Ahrens-Fox apparatus showcased within 3 locations at FDIC; which is the industry’s
leading apparatus and equipment showcase event, taking place April 8 - 13, 2019 at the
Indiana Convention Center & Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis Indiana.
About HME Ahrens-Fox:
HME Ahrens-Fox is a leading, single-source designer and manufacturer of fire and emergency
apparatus. The company’s product line includes custom fire chassis, pumpers, aerial
ladders/platforms, wildland and urban interface vehicles, and rescues. The Ahrens-Fox brand
has a history dating back to 1910 and is among the best known in the fire industry. Today, the
company is recognized as an innovator in stainless steel fire bodies and firefighting
technologies. HME Ahrens-Fox sells and supports vehicles throughout North America and is
headquartered in a suburb of Grand Rapids, Michigan. For more information, please visit
www.firetrucks.com.
Media Contact:
Todd Ernst: Director of Marketing and Communication
ternst@hmetruck.com
(616) 261-3625