They were used in homes, vehicles, airplanes, boats, etc. In very good condition as you can see in the pictures and just a few dings here and there. Lafrance engine and foamite firefighting wiki fandom. Fire extinguisher history all you need to know information. They are used for decorative purposes and not in the home. Browse the best of ebay, connect with other collectors, and explore the history behind your favorite finds.
Badgerpowhatan advises its customers to check all american lafrance and beco fire extinguishers for the model numbers and serial numbers identified above. After more than 100 years in business, american lafrance alf announced it. Washington, dc two models of american lafrance fire extinguishers and one model of beco fire extinguishers, which were manufactured from may 1985 through december 1985, are being recalled by badgerpowhatan of charlottesville, va in cooperation with the u. Extinguishers manufactured in america will bear the name american lafrance fire engine company, and those manufactured in canada will state lafrancefoamite. Show off your favorite photos and videos to the world, securely and privately show content to your friends and family, or blog the photos and videos you take with a cameraphone.
Make fire line equipment your one stop shop for all your alf chassis service parts. According to the original contract on file at the ferndale museum, it was purchased as a used demonstrator model, on february of 1917. I didnt mind cleaning up the mess so bad, once i get the wiring repaired, i still have a car i can drive in my opinion, the best fire extinguisher is one that works. A cultural history of wildland and rural fire weyerhaeuser environmental books on free shipping on qualified orders. You have a 1 quart brass fire extinguisher that at one time contained carbon tetrachloride.
In about 200 bc, ctesibius of alexandria invented a hand pump able to deliver water to a fire and it is known that the romans used bucket chains buckets passed handtohand to deliver water to the fire. Antique american lafrance fire extinguishers are fire extinguishers made from the 1870s up until the first half of the 20th century by the american lafrance fire engine corporation background and description. The history of fire extinguishers genesis fire protection. With roots that go back to approximately 1832, the companies that went on to become american lafrance built handdrawn, horsedrawn, and steampowered fire engines. What we have here is an oldfashioned handpump fireextinguisher, from the era around 19101930.
Im a retired guy who has a small one man shop specializing in restoring the old copperbrass fire extinguishers. Last year, a hose cart and wheeled fire extinguisher from around 1885 were found in a barn in williamstown, nj, apparently having belonged to the local fire department. French translation of fire extinguisher collins english. Unfollow lafrance fire extinguisher to stop getting updates on your ebay feed.
Alert model 2 12 gallon vintage copper fire extinguisher made my american lafrance fire engine co. Buy online, view images and see past prices for vintage brass american lafrance fire extinguisher invaluable is the worlds largest marketplace for art, antiques, and collectibles. Rppc cr childs postcard knox indiana street scene hotel. Get the best deals on vintage fire extinguisher when you shop the largest online. It is not intended for use on an outofcontrol fire, such as one which has reached the ceiling, endangers the user i. A central piece of the rapid city fire departments history could soon be on display thanks to the raffling of 52 guns. New listing 1919 american lafrance build book w delivery photo bennettsville sc. American lafrance fire extinguisher need info collectors weekly. A fire extinguisher is a metal cylinder which contains.
Lafrance engine and foamite limited was a canadian fire apparatus manufacturer located in toronto and cooksville, ontario. Built on a model t truck chassis, it had two chemical tanks mounted on the back. As the cover of american fire states, this book is about love, arson, and life in a vanishing land. I have looked and have not found another quite like it on the net.
Its a pyrenestyle solid brass automotive fire extinguisher, of a kind that used to hold a fire retardant chemical called carbon tetrachlorine. Salvage fire extinguisher and 20th century fire extinguisher 2 leaflets paperback 1903 by americanlafrance fire engine co. American libraries canadian libraries universal library community texts project gutenberg biodiversity heritage library childrens library. Jan 17, 20 american lafrance fire engine co antique copper alert fire extinguisher empty ebay stay safe and healthy.
If you are maintaining compliance for your business or if you have special requirements, lafrance has the expertise that you need to address your fire safety concerns. Founded in 1873 by truxton slocum lafrance and his partners. Trade catalogs from americanlafrance fire engine co. Money back guarantee ensures you receive the item you ordered or get your money back. Lafrance, we are a company that you can rely on to serve you now, as well as in the future. New distributorships we are pleased to announce that we are now proud distributors of the lion apparel and draeger products. We are a full line dealer for all major industry suppliers and staffed to provide all your fire service needs for parts and equipment. History of the fire extinguisher the first fire extinguishers were of the annihilator pattern, so arranged in a building that when a fire occurred carbonic acid gas was evolved, and, if the conditions were right as the mediums say, the fire was put out. The american lafrance company was located in elmira, new york from. Unfollow antique fire extinguishers to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Examples are pirsch, ward lafrance, mack, seagrave, etc. Search the history of over 422 billion web pages on the internet. Aug 18, 2016 the one i used sat night to put the electrical fire out in my car was an abc dry chemical.
It is not intended for use on an outofcontrol fire, such as one which is rapidly developing, endangers the user i. American lafrance alf was an american vehicle manufacturer which focused primarily on. Fire extinguishers can help remove the fire, and may stop it from burning. American lafrance chassis parts fire line equipment. Firefighting and fire department history books from across the country and around the world. American lafrance alf is an emergency and vocational vehicle manufacturer, currently based in summerville, south carolina. Here is the true story of a little lightbulb, located in a firehouse, that has stayed lit for. History of fire extinguishers osafe fire inspection. I was cleaning out a barn and found hanging on a wall still with the orgional bracket a brass fire extinguisher. French translation of fire extinguisher the official collins englishfrench dictionary online.
Fire extinguisher simple english wikipedia, the free. Fire department types were often private label versions of major brands, sold by apparatus manufacturers to match their vehicles. History of the fire extinguisher a fire extinguisher is an active fire protection device used to extinguish or control small fires, often in emergency situations. Having your fire extinguisher inspected on a regular basis is the best way to make sure youre protected. The two times ive used a fire extinguisher ive had to run about 20 feet to retrieve it. Apr 09, 2009 he there i may put it on ebay and see but i am aware of laws an legisation as i am reg with ifeda and bafe an also am a licenced carrier. Learn more about our approach to sharing our collection.
A fire extinguisher is an active fire protection device used to extinguish or control small fires, often in emergency situations. The history of the fire extinguishers as we know it fire. After more than 100 years in business, american lafrance alf announced it was going out of business on january 17, 2014, ending its long history as a fire apparatus manufacturer. In addition to the big 500600 series, the book also covers the lesser known junior edition b500 and b600 series. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that.
Lafrance equipment corporation has been in business for over fifty years and we have over thirty years combined experience in the fire extinguisher business. A sodaacid extinguisher was patented in the united states by almon m. By the american lafrance fire engine company of elmira, n. I travel countrywide to purchase in quantity the best examples of these now obsolete firefighting pieces.
These types are some of the most collectible extinguishers as they cross into both the apparatus restoration and fire extinguisher areas of interest. Fire extinguisher american lafrance foamite corporation 1 12 quart non working condition 3 inches across and 18 inches tall 1920s, 1930s or 1940s bronze fire extinguisher is in pretty good vintage condition. This is a record card for fire extinguishers models 275r red, 250a and 250k. Find great deals on ebay for american lafrance and fire truck. Ferndales first motorized vehicle was this 1917 american lafrance double tank chemical car.
Vintage red star 303 brass and copper fire extinguisher the general detroit corp. The american lafrance fire engine company was one of the oldest fire apparatus manufacturers in the united states. One was an industrial setting and the fire extinguisher was stuck in its mount rather firmly. Mccall is one of the bestknown and most respected fire apparatus historians and authors in north america. Randy koorsen says that it all started when he was a youngster around his parents business. Vintage antique fire extinguishers antique fire extinguishers. Antique brass fire extinguisher throughout history. A small 24page and wellillustrated promotional booklet viewbook that features the americanlafrance fire engine companys plant, which at the time was the largest in the world. Alfs historical collection of museumquality apparatus will remain at the north charleston american lafrance museum and fire education center. This is a beautiful vintage condition fire extinguisher with all original parts. Get plain talk for fighting fire in the nfpa guide to portable fire extinguishers. Fire extinguishers recalled by american lafrance and beco.
Antique empire fire extinguisher american lafrance. In need of restoration 1954 american lafrance for sale on. Very early eddison nickel plated fire extinguisher. This is a great antique collector american lafrance fire extinguisher fully charged and ready for action. The extinguisher has been discharged and has no carbon tet. A free replacement fire extinguisher will be given to consumers by the american lafrance or beco distributor in exchange for any recalled extinguishers. American lafrance fire extinguisher bracket soda acid antique fire engin.
In american fire, the scene is set well and the story is welltold. We were excited to find out that it was locally produced, though the company is no longer in business here in elmira, ny. Antique copper fire extinguisher made by american lafrance fire engine co. Koorsen has a passion for the fire extinguisher and security industry and has been very successful. American lafrance domestic fire extinguisher vintage 112. In addition to his landmark american fire engines since 1900 still considered the bible of the old fire engine hobby walt mccall has authored eight iconografix fire apparatus and professional car books. Vintage red star 303 fire extinguisher the general detroit corp. See more ideas about fire apparatus, fire trucks and fire. Depending on the size, some fire extinguishers can be carried around and operated by hand.
Salvage fire extinguisher and 20th century fire extinguisher 2 leaflets american lafrance fire engine co. It was not until 1900 when the american fire engine co. Vintage pair of engine type ward lafrance soda acid fire extinguishers. The link to the history of this beautiful fire extinguisher we found in an attic located in elmira, ny, when my boyfriend was employed to do demolition work. His extinguisher used the reaction between sodium bicarbonate solution and sulfuric acid to expel pressurized water onto a fire. Fire equipment train, railroad, transportation books from karens. A fire extinguisher is a device which can be used to control a fire. American lafrance fire extinguisher need info collectors. Antique vintage fire extinguisher by american lafrance. Previous owner stated its been in his family for ages. Different kinds of fire can be controlled by different substances. It was us coast guard approved for use, inspected and passed by ul underwriters laboratories inc.
I also aquired a 1969 water fire extinguisher today that is the old push top style with the handle running all the way round the top made by geo. Our fire extinguisher inspections identify potential safety issues so you can operate your business with confidence while remaining in compliance with fire codes. Fire extinguisher, portable or movable apparatus used to put out a small fire by directing onto it a substance that cools the burning material, deprives the flame of oxygen, or interferes with the chemical reactions occurring in the flame. Vintage fire extinguisher antique appraisal instappraisal. Firefighting supplies lafrance equipment corporation.
Find best value and selection for your american lafrance fire engine co antique copper alert fire extinguisher empty search on ebay. Cpsc learned of the fire extinguisher problem from georgia fire department personnel, who reported five explosion incidents involving the defective models. Mar 27, 2008 flickr is almost certainly the best online photo management and sharing application in the world. Salvage fire extinguisher and 20th century fire extinguisher 2 leaflets. The american lafrance company was located in elmira, new york from 1873 to 1985. In 1926, foamitechilds was acquired by the american lafrance corp of elmira, new york and production of chemical apparatus transferred to elmira. Antique american lafrance fire extinguishers are often in need of some gentle cleaning andor restoration. The demise of american lafrance again firefighter nation.
Marie lafrance has illustrated more than twenty childrens books and is. I also have a dry chem extinguisher in the hangar as required by fire code. Americanlafrance fire engine company, elmira, new york. Fire extinguishers can stop fire in its tracks, especially if you know the ins and outs of proper fire extinguisher selection, placement, and use. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Wheeled fire extinguisher from 1900s auction finds. Books by language additional collections tamuevanslibraryol tamumedicalscienceslibraryol occidentalcollegelibraryol. Which would you like to see, 777, 767, 757, a300 or a310. Sorry, you have provided an invalid search parameter.
From the creation of the americanlafrance fire engine co. The link to the history of this beautiful fire extinguisher we found in an attic located in. Lafrance is the leader in fire extinguisher maintenance, and our commitment to quality is what has made us recognized as a worldwide supplier and service center of firefighting equipment for over the last 50 years. Explosion hazard of fire extinguishers prompts american. The canadian lafrance operation was an affiliate of american lafrance for much of its history, but was always a distinct operation. American lafrance foamite corp fire extinguisher model psh alfite. The tank is 11 tall and the pump handle, an additional 2. Childs, the firms utica operations were reorganized as o. Put fire line equipments buying power to work for you. Includes fireextinguishing planes known as airtankers, firefighting. Belonged to a man who owned an esso service station about. Long overdue, this exciting compendium is the only book ever devoted exclusively to this controversial series and completes another fascinating chapter in americanlafrance history. It has been polished over the years and an easy touch up will have it sparkling. American lafrance fire engine co antique copper alert fire.
Restored babcock 5 gal copperbrass very early fire extinguisher. Nov 07, 2012 the history of the fire extinguisher articles november 7, 2012 comments. The american lafrance fire engine corporation is one of the oldest fire apparatus manufacturers in america, dating back to its foundation in 1873 by truckson lafrance as the lafrance. His dad came across an interesting vintage extinguisher that he thought koorsen might want to hang onto. I guarantee, there are no fire extinguishers located between the pilots seat and pedals, with only screws holding a flimsy aluminum strap supporting the weight of a fire extinguisher. A 1929 american lafrance ladder truck, one of only five known to have been manufactured, and the only one still in existence. The fire company was organized in 1909, bought two handdrawn hose carts, followed by two more about 10 years later.
1374 1346 497 961 1501 622 514 1529 919 1462 344 345 796 414 1314 1039 1411 653 1149 1249 231 1212 1072 1441 1316 960 316 761 888 362 1284 1484 1463 267 547 1414 1002 732 1401 20 454 1254 1361 1453