Rig Recon Live
Obsessed with Fire Trucks? We are too! Join us on Rig Recon Live as co-hosts Bruce Quick and Jason Witmier discuss the industry's hottest topics. Featuring the industry's top names, this podcast covers everything apparatus related including new products, spec designs, fire truck tactics, industry headlines, and much more. Make sure you sign up for notifications as new episodes release monthly.
Episodes
29 episodes
Engineering Expertise for Modern Fires with Jerry Herbst
On Rig Recon Live, hosts Bruce Quick and Jason Witmier talk with the Godfather of Brass Tacks Hard Facts, Jerry Herbst, about how fire apparatus should be viewed. Small mistakes in pressure and flow can get firefighters hurt, burned, or killed....
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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49:35
Ask Why: Smarter Fire Apparatus Choices with Bruce Griffin
Rig Recon Live hosts Bruce Quick and Jason Witmier are joined by retired Ottawa Fire Captain and Apparatus Consultant Bruce Griffin to discuss why fire departments should challenge apparatus decisions with a clear “why” rather than “that’s how ...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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46:56
Tanker Operations with Henry Lovett
Join hosts Bruce Quick and Jason Witmier on this episode of Rig Recon Live as they discuss efficient tanker operations with water flow expert Henry Lovett. Delve into the challenges and best practices of rural water supply, including optimal se...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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53:01
The Art of the War Wagon with Kyle Romagus
In the Season 3 debut of Rig Recon Live, hosts Bruce Quick and Jason Witmier are joined by experienced firefighter Kyle Romagus. With 24 years in the fire service, Kyle shares insights on apparatus design, effective hose management, and the imp...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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46:03
In the Field with Andy Plofkin: Education, Innovation, and Fire Service Solutions
In this episode of Rig Recon Live, Bruce Quick and Jason Witmier host Andy Plofkin, Director of North American Regional Sales at Elkhart Brass, to delve into the extensive experience and services offered by the FEI team. Andy shares insights fr...
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Season 2
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Episode 19
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48:53
Hose Loads and Fire Attack Strategies with Brian Brush
Join Bruce Quick and Jason Witmier in an exciting episode of Rig Recon Live as they discuss the intricacies of fire apparatus specifications with industry legend Brian Brush. This episode covers the importance of rig specs, hose loads, cross la...
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Season 2
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Episode 18
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51:05
Firetruck Maintenance & Upgrades with Ricky Riley
Join Bruce Quick and Jason Witmier on this episode of Rig Recon Live as they chat with Ricky Riley, a veteran firefighter with extensive knowledge in fire apparatus. Ricky shares his insights from decades of experience, discussing the importanc...
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Season 2
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Episode 17
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51:45
Waterous Wisdom: Navigating Pump Performance and Maintenance
Welcome to another episode of Rig Recon Live! Hosts Bruce Quick and Jason Witmier dive deep into the world of fire pumps with guests Todd Rogers and Jason Nawrocki from Waterous. They discuss the importance of pump ratings, common issues like c...
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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53:32
Aerials: Mid-Mount vs. Rear-Mount with Eric Wheaton
In this episode of Rig Recon Live, hosts Bruce Quick and Jason Witmier are joined by Eric Wheaton, an 18-year battalion chief from the City of Winter Park, Florida. The episode dives deep into the intricacies of aerial apparatus setup and opera...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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46:33
Quint Design and Operations: Insights from Rob Fisher
Join Bruce Quick and Jason Witmier in this episode of Rig Recon Live as they sit down with retired Battalion Chief Rob Fisher to delve into the intricacies of Quint designs and operations. Rob shares his extensive experience in the fire service...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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50:37
Navigating NFPA 1900: Public Comments, Changes, and Challenges
In this episode of Rig Recon Live, Bruce Quick and Jason Witmier delve into NFPA 1900, focusing on its purpose, changes, and the importance of public comments. The discussion covers the code's safety standards for fire apparatus, the process fo...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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28:19
Pioneering Pump Controls: A Look at ACE with Jason Witmier
In this episode of Rig Recon Live, hosted by Bruce Quick and Jason Witmier, the duo dives into the revolutionary ACE system recently debuted at FDIC by FRC. The discussion focuses on how the Advanced Control Environment (ACE) technology enhance...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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28:53
Connecting Firefighters to Training: The Story Behind Fire Training Directory
Join Bruce Quick and Jason Witmier in this episode of Rig Recon Live as they welcome Cole Kleinwolterink, the founder of Fire Training Directory. Cole discusses his background and passion for the fire service, his transition from being a middle...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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23:08
Apparatus Accidents: Insights from Chief Ed Rice
In this episode of Rig Recon Live, Bruce Quick and Jason Witmier are joined by Chief Ed Rice to discuss an important and often overlooked aspect of fire service: the prevention and management of fire apparatus accidents. Drawing from Chief Rice...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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48:44
Pre-Construction: Expert Tips with The Apparatus Architects
Join Bruce Quick and Jason Witmier on another episode of Rig Recon Live, featuring special guests Mike Wilbur and Tom Shand, the renowned Apparatus Architects. Dive into the critical aspects of pre-construction conferences for fire apparatus, i...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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1:02:28
Lighting the Way: Exploring Will-Burt's Light Towers and New Partnership with FRC
In this episode of Rig Recon Live, hosts Bruce Quick and Jason Witmier are joined by Drew Newman, Director of Lighting Sales at Will-Burt, to discuss the innovative and versatile lighting solutions offered by Will-Burt. With over 100 years in b...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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27:23
Exploring Clean Cab Concepts and Innovations with Adam Graves
Join hosts Bruce Quick and Jason Witmier in this latest episode of Rig Recon Live as they sit down with Adam Graves, Director of First Responder Sales at Valor. Together, they dive into crucial topics like clean cabs, cab configurations, seatin...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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35:09
Insider's Guide to FDIC 2025 with Safe Fleet's Chris Martin & Jason Witmier
In this episode of Rig Recon Live, host Bruce Quick discusses FDIC 2025, joined by Chris Martin (VP or Marketing), and Jason Witmier (Director of Education & New Technology), from Safe Fleet. The episode covers Safe Fleet's extensive involv...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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23:31
Navigating FDIC with Chief David Rhodes
In this episode of Rig Recon Live, hosts Bruce Quick and Jason Witmier chat with Chief David Rhodes, VP of Content and Education, and Editor in Chief of Fire Engineering Magazine. They discuss FDIC 2025, including David's extensive background, ...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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40:31
Simplifying Fire Apparatus: Insights with Larry Daniels of REV Fire Group
In this episode of Rig Recon Live, Bruce Quick and Jason Witmier host Larry Daniels, VP of Global Sales for REV Fire Group. Larry shares his extensive experience in the fire apparatus industry and discusses key topics including lead times, cost...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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35:51
Powering Progress: Solar and Idle Solutions for Fire Trucks with Danny Graham
In this episode of Rig Recon Live, hosts Bruce Quick and Jason Witmier are joined by Danny Graham, Director of Sales at Kussmaul Electronics. They delve into the innovations Kussmaul is bringing to the fire and emergency services industry, incl...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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24:29
Cold Weather Operations: Insights and Tips
In this episode of Rig Recon Live, hosts Bruce Quick and Jason Witmier explore the critical topic of Winter Apparatus Operations, focusing on how cold weather affects fire apparatus and firefighter operations. Learn about the impact of freezing...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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25:05
Understanding FAMA: An Inside Look at Fire Apparatus Manufacturers Association
In this episode of Rig Recon Live, Bruce Quick and Jason Witmier dive into the world of the Fire Apparatus Manufacturers Association (FAMA). Joined by FAMA President Gary Pacilio, they discuss the organization's mission, its crucial role in the...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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30:16
Mastering Aerial Apparatus Spec with Larry Di Camillo
Welcome to another episode of Rig Recon Live! Hosts Bruce Quick and Jason Witmier dive deep into the complexities of aerial apparatus specifications with the expert insights of Fire Chief Larry Di Camillo. Larry, with his extensive experience f...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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42:55