Frazer Throwback Thursday – A Frazer from Deep in the Heart of Texas
A Texan Frazer Throwback starring a Ford Type I unit! This Ford Type I Frazer throwback EMS vehicle was staged at Bayland Park; located just down the street from our offices in Houston, Texas. Visit the Frazer History page on our website to see how custom emergency vehicles have changed over the years!
All About EMS Vehicles Remounts
Emergency medical service vehicles, more commonly referred to as EMS vehicles, are designed specifically to take on the challenges of providing care to critically injured or sick individuals on the way to the hospital or other health care provider. For aging vehicles or those that have sustained serious damage in a crash or other incident, remounts can provide a new lease on life and a convenient way for agencies to save money over the cost of a brand-new vehicle. Here are some important points to remember about remounts for your emergency medical service vehicle. What Is a Remount? EMS vehicles include a chassis, cab, engine and an array of components designed to help emergency services personnel to provide safe and effective care for their patients. A remount involves removing the EMS module from the current cab and chassis and installing it on a new cab and chassis. In some cases, your remount specialist will also renovate and refurbish the EMS module to ensure functionality for your agency. Services Included in Most EMS Remounts Companies that provide remounts for EMS vehicles typically include the following services in the process: A full inspection of the frame and connections for the EMS module Removal of the EMS module from the current chassis and transfer to a newer chassis and cab Extension of the exhaust pipe to ensure proper fit for the EMS module Alignment and suspension checks for the new chassis and cab Inspection and possible replacement of bumpers, light housings and door mechanisms and switches Replacement of main front wiring harness for hookup to the new cab Painting and finishing of exterior surfaces Replacement of cables, wiring and fuses as needed Replacement of all warning lights and signals to ensure optimal safety Installation of consoles to control sirens and flashing light signals Assessment of all systems within the EMS module, including the oxygen system, the heating and cooling system, thermostats, cot mounting hardware and flooring Assessment of interior cabinets Your used ambulance dealer can provide you with expert guidance on effective strategies for your EMS remount. At Frazer, we offer customized remount services for EMS modules that can help your agency make an effective investment. If your chassis is beginning to show the telltale signs of age and wear, our remount services are an ideal way to save money while ensuring the greatest safety and utility for first responders. Give us a call today at 1-888-372-9371 to request a quote and to discuss your options with our expert technicians. We look forward to the opportunity to work with you.
Thank You for your Frazer Orders! – Week of July 6
Frazer Customer Updates! Thank you District of Columbia Fire & EMS for your order of 7 new Frazer units! Thank you Jackson County Hospital District EMS for your Frazer remount order! Thank you Fairfield EMS for your Frazer remount order! Thank you CHI St. Joseph Regional EMS for your Frazer remount order! We are honored to help you serve your community and build lasting relationships. Take a moment to browse our Customer Deliveries page to view our finished Frazer units!
Frazer Throwback Thursday – Houston Police Department Bomb Squad
The Houston Police Bomb Squad truck gets the Frazer Throwback treatment! A new sort of Frazer EMS vehicle is seen in today’s Frazer throwback. This Bomb Squad vehicle was taken outside our service shop before serving with our local Houston Police Department! Visit the Frazer History page on our website to see how our custom emergency vehicles have changed over the years!
Thank You for your Frazer Orders! – Week of June 29
Frazer Customer Updates! Thank you Belton Fire Department for your Frazer remount order! Thank you Canyon Lake Fire & EMS for your order of a new Frazer unit! Thank you Jackson County Fire Rescue for your Frazer remount order! Thank you Kendall County EMS for your Frazer remount order! We are honored to help you serve your community and build lasting relationships. Take a moment to browse our Customer Deliveries page to view our finished Frazer units!
Frazer Throwback Thursday – Lights & stripes from our archives
A striped black Frazer Throwback! Throwback pictures all tell a story. Unfortunately, this Frazer Throwback is a bit trickier to identify our customer. Does this look familiar to anyone? If so, please let us know! Visit the Frazer History page on our website to see how our custom emergency vehicles have changed over the years!
Thank You for your Frazer Orders! – Week of June 22
Frazer Customer Updates! Thank you County of Goliad EMS for your Frazer remount order! Thank you Phillips 66 Sweeny Complex for your order of a new Frazer unit! Thank you Dixie County EMS for your Frazer remount order! Thank you City of Houston Department of Aviation for your Frazer Urban Command Vehicle order! We are honored to help you serve your community and build lasting relationships. Take a moment to browse our Customer Deliveries page to view our finished Frazer units!
Frazer Throwback Thursday – Marble Falls Area EMS
Another Frazer Throwback gem with Marble Falls Area EMS! This week’s Frazer throwback shows a great view of a Marble Falls Area EMS unit in the foreground with some of our aluminum modules. Visit the Frazer History page on our website to see how our custom emergency vehicles have changed over the years!
Thank you for your Frazer Orders! – Week of June 15
Frazer Customer Updates! Thank you Franklin Fire Department for your order of 1 new Frazer unit! Thank you Bandera County EMS for your order of 1 new Frazer unit! Thank you Harris County ESD #5 for your order of 1 new Frazer unit! Thank you Hilton Head Island Fire & Rescue, South Carolina for your order of 10 new Frazer units! We are honored to help you serve your community and build lasting relationships. Take a moment to browse our Customer Deliveries page to view our finished Frazer units!
Safety Standards for Emergency Medical Service Vehicle Remounts
Making sure that emergency medical service vehicles are up to the challenges of the first response field can be a challenging task. Remounts and upgrades must be performed to demanding industry standards to ensure that patients receive punctual care and practical transportation solutions in emergency situations. Whether your organization is creating a mobile stroke unit or any other variety of emergency medical service vehicle, working with a trusted company can help you to achieve a greater degree of confidence in the quality of your upgrades and remounts. Applicable Standards Emergency medical service vehicle remounts and upgrades are subject to a number of standards established by federal agencies and other organizations. Some of the most important of these standards include the following: All vehicles licensed for travel on public streets and highways must meet the minimum requirements established by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration as part of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. The KKK-A-1822 specification set forth by the General Services Administration includes basic minimum parameters for warning signals, weight limits, electrical system setups and overall construction requirements. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) established the NFPA 1917 standard set that includes seat-belt monitoring systems, speed governors and carbon monoxide detectors. This standard builds on and expands the requirements listed in KKK-A-1822. The Ground Vehicle Standard does not currently offer direct recommendations for emergency medical service vehicles. Beginning in 2019, however, this standard is expected to provide guidance for remounts and upgrades to these types of vehicles. Virginia is the first state to enact standards and requirements for remounting emergency service vehicles. Using test results from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, the National Institute of Standards and Technology and the Society of Automotive Engineers, Virginia has established one of the most demanding and rigorous standards for remounters and each used ambulance dealer in the state. Brackets and mounting fixtures like those offered by Technimount Systems can improve safety and ensure the greatest possible interconnectivity between medical equipment and the vehicles used for emergency medical transport. At Frazer, Ltd., we offer a wide range of remounting services for emergency medical service vehicles. We carry Technimount Systems products for easy configuration and installation of your mobile health equipment. Our team of knowledgeable and experienced experts will work with you to ensure that you receive cost-effective and practical solutions for all your remount requirements. Call us today at 1-888-372-9371 to request a quote or to schedule an appointment with us. We look forward to serving your emergency medical service remount or replacement needs.
Frazer Throwback : A Frazer Timeline Split Screen
A clash of different decades in a Frazer Throwback frame! There are two sides to this week’s Frazer throwback story. Some may not know of Frazer’s history before our work in the EMS industry. Visit the Frazer History Page to see our history over the last 60+ years and how different our custom emergency vehicles look today!
LifeDefender Cabinets
New LifeDefender Cabinets – designed to meet, or exceed new safety standards. As an Emergency Services Provider, the safety and well being of your patients is of the utmost importance. It’s also critical to know that your equipment remains safe and secure during patient transport. At Frazer, we take safety very seriously and are continually improving our offerings so that you may provide the care your patients deserve. LifeDefender by Austin Hardware Check out the new LifeDefender cabinets by Austin Hardware. These cabinets offer many safety features and are designed to meet, or exceed the many new safety standards, including SAE J3058. They feature a sliding access frame that increases the safety of your vehicle, due to their latching mechanisms and reinforced structure. Other Features Include Easy Restocking Feature Hinged Door Design Easy Opening Slam Closing with Auto-latching Feature Reinforced Frame Corners We’ve recently incorporated these cabinets and other safety features in customer units like District of Columbia Fire & EMS. Watch as Adam walks through the unit, highlighting the many safety features. Call: (888) FRAZER1