From Phil Stenholm: Another installment about the History of the Evanston Fire Department FOSTER, TRAINING, AND FIRE PREVENTION On a Tuesday evening in late October 1958, a fire broke out at Foster Elementary School located at 2010 Dewey Avenue. Engine Company 23 was the first to arrive and deplo

It seems that for every brilliant car accessory idea out there, five more fall flat on their face. We've rounded up what we believe to be some of the worst automotive accessories ever created. Some of these have already become laughing stocks, while others might still be lurking around the corner, w

When it comes to car accessories, there's no shortage of creative ideas—but unfortunately, not all of them work out as planned. In fact, for every brilliant invention that takes the automotive world by storm, there are countless others that miss the mark entirely. Here's a rundown of some of

Aluminum Alloy 7075 The 7075 aluminum alloy is primarily composed of zinc, which makes up around 5.6–6.1%, along with 2.1–2.5% magnesium, 1.2–1.6% copper, and trace amounts of other elements such as silicon, iron, manganese, titanium, chromium, and others. It is available in

Martin Nowak stumbled upon this fascinating website called The FC Connection, which is entirely dedicated to the life and times of the Jeep FC series (or forward control). Buried within their archives are several intriguing posts featuring units from the Chicago area. Each heading, when clicked, wil

Martin Nowak stumbled upon this fascinating website called The FC Connection, which is dedicated entirely to the Jeep FC series (forward control) vehicles. It’s an incredible resource for anyone interested in the history of these unique vehicles. The site has numerous posts featuring various

Aluminum Alloy 7075 The 7075 aluminum alloy is composed of approximately 5.6–6.1% zinc, 2.1–2.5% magnesium, 1.2–1.6% copper, and less than 0.5% of elements like silicon, iron, manganese, titanium, chromium, and others. It's available in various conditions, including 7075-0, 707

Dear Team, I hope this note finds you well. Many of you have already seen the announcement we shared earlier today, but I wanted to take this moment to personally share my thoughts and future plans with all of you. Over the past couple of years, I’ve had several conversations with the board

# Forged vs Cast Stainless Steel: A Comprehensive Comparison When it comes to stainless steel, choosing between forged and cast versions can be a pivotal decision, especially if your project demands specific properties or functionality. This guide delves deep into the nuances of both types, explori

As many of you already know, earlier today we shared the news about my upcoming departure as CEO. This has been a deeply personal decision for me, and I wanted to take this moment to share my thoughts directly with all of you. Over the past couple of years, I’ve been discussing with the board

# Forged vs Cast Stainless Steel: A Comprehensive Overview When it comes to stainless steel, the choice between forged and cast forms has long been a subject of discussion among engineers, manufacturers, and industry professionals. This guide dives deep into the distinctions between these two typ

Dennis McGuire, Jr. recently sent over some photos of the former Engine 77 firehouse after its demolition. The images capture the remnants and ruins of what was once a significant part of Chicago’s firefighting history. It’s always bittersweet to see such iconic structures go, but thes