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Glass Master


This tool is used too remove glass from automobiles to allow the firefighters access for further ruscue operations. The saw blade is used to cut lamenated glass(windshields). It also has a center punch wich is used to break safety glass.
 
Combi Tool
3150-UL


The Combi Tool is part of Holmatros Rapid Intervention System. The system is kept on Tac 44, and is the most used extrication tool in our inventory. The tool can both cut and spread and is most often used for removing car doors.

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Small Cutters
3020-UL


These Cutters use 63,400 lbs of cutting force to be able to cut the high strenght metals used in todays cars. This tool can be used to cut cut the door posts in a car so that the rescue crews can remove the entire roof of the vehicle, or any sections they want.
 
Large Spreaders
3242-UL


These Large Spreaders are more comonly refered to as the Jaws of Life. The have a spreading force of 19,595 lbs and can open up to 27 inches. They are used to spread open damaged sections of a vehicle.
Mini Cutters
3005


These small cutters use over 29,000 pounds of force to cut easily through metal parts such as brake pedals or steering wheels, and can be used in thight areas where the larger Cutter can not fit.
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