WFR Supports Wildfire Preparedness for Covenant Hospital in Banff On April 10th, 2025, a dedicated three-person team from WFR Wholesale Fire & Rescue Ltd. traveled to Banff, Alberta, to assist in setting up a critical wildfire protection system for Covenant Health’s... equipment forestry wildland May 6, 2025
WFR Receives Lifetime Achievement Award We are deeply honoured to announce that WFR Wholesale Fire & Rescue Ltd. has received a Lifetime Achievement Award from Mercedes Textiles during the 2025 FDIC conference. We are immensely grateful for... Apr 21, 2025
Practical Care Tips for LED Flashlight Longevity Article written by Nightstick . ... Jan 14, 2025
Thermal Imager Training in Medicine Hat This fall, Medicine Hat Fire and Emergency Services took delivery of 11 Bullard QXT Pro Thermal Imagers . The new QXT Pro Thermal Imager includes advanced X-Factor 2.0 Image Enhancement technology, th... Dec 11, 2024
Eco-Gel™: Disrupting the Fire Protection Industry In the dynamic world of firefighting, innovation is key to enhancing safety and efficiency. Introducing Eco-Gel ™, a revolutionary, patented plant-based concentrate that is transforming the fire prote... FireRein class a eco-gel foam Oct 24, 2024
Basics & Benefits of Foam The Basics and Benefits of Foam Applications in Firefighting When it comes to introducing foam agents in fire operations, department officers have a lot to consider. They must make decisions and coord... class a class b foam Oct 24, 2024
Benefits of 2-Piece Coveralls Why a 2-Piece FR Cotton Coverall is Better for Firefighters Than a 1-Piece Coverall In the demanding world of firefighting, the importance of personal protective equipment (PPE) cannot be overstated. ... forestry ppe wildland Jul 21, 2024
Intrinsically Safe versus Explosion-Proof What is the Difference? WHAT DOES EXPLOSION-PROOF MEAN? EX and IS equipment are both certified by nationally recognized testing laboratories for use in hazardous areas, but there are some key differences. EX lighting is typi... Jul 18, 2024
Care and Maintenance of FR Clothing Although there are no special processes or equipment needed for cleaning FR clothing, there are a few basic laundry guidelines, that will help maintain the protective capabilities of your fire resista... maintenance ppe Feb 14, 2024
Shorter Days Calls for More Lights As the days become shorter, working in the dark becomes more prevalent and portable scene lights become essential. We have a variety of styles of scene and area lights that compact for easy storage an... equipment Dec 13, 2023
How can WICK® pumps mitigate wildfire damage? Wildfires are unpredictable, but the risk is real. The last few years have seen larger and more frequent fires. The damage can be – and has been – devastating. Entire towns have been consumed, homes d... equipment forestry wildland Oct 11, 2023
Do you need a Div I or Div II Safety Rated Flashlight? Intrinsically Safe flashlights limit the energy (electrical and thermal) available for ignition in hazardous area, but it is not a safety designation. There are different guidelines and ratings you ne... Aug 10, 2023