WFR Wholesale Fire & Rescue News

What is a Dry Hydrant and how does it work?

What is a dry hydrant and how does it work? A dry hydrant is a permanently installed, non-pressurized suction point that lets a fire engine draft from a static water source (pond, lake, stream, cister...

Nov 26, 2025

Determining Pressure and Flow for Wildland Sprinkler Systems

Designing an effective wildfire protection sprinkler system for remote buildings requires accurate calculations of flow (GPM) and pressure (PSI) to ensure water is delivered efficiently and consistent...

Sep 30, 2025

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...

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

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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...

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...

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. ...

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...

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...

Dec 13, 2023

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