Episode 47: All Things Aerials

Send us Fan MailThe latest episode of the Pierce™ Dispatch is ascending to the top of your playlist.🪜Join us as we talk all things aerials with Cory Wittman. From geographic considerations and optimal placement strategies to the latest configuration trends, we share practical insights fire departments need. We also discuss important factors for fire departments to evaluate when investing in a new aerial apparatus.Date Aired: 5/8/2026Featuring: Host Alie Reetz & Cory WittmanGuests:Cory Wittman is a senior sales support specialist for aerials and electrification at Pierce.Alie Reetz is a marketing associate for Pierce.Key Takeaways:AerialsAerial devicesTypes of aerial fire truckTypes of fire trucksPodcast - tractor drawn aerialsPodcast - Aerial overviewAscendant® Class of AerialsAscendant aerial guidePodcast - ascendant tower overviewPodcast - Monument Fire DistrictAerial LaddersPodcast - Bellingham Fire DepartmentAerial PlatformsTillersAscendant class 107 tillerTractor drawn aerialAerial OperationsAerial DesignNo pump no tank vs. aerial with pump and tankAerial fire truck storageHow to find the right aerial fire truck for urban firesWhat is a quint fire truckDesign ordering processService and MaintenanceRegional apparatus guideFire apparatus service and maintenance guidePodcast episode - Fire apparatus service and maintenance trainingFire Apparatus DesignAerial Delivery Training2026 Pierce Road RallyJoin us as we continue to bring together customers, industry professionals and Pierce experts in future episodes, providing a platform for insightful discussions on the advancements and challenges within the firefighting community.Whether you’re in the market for the latest in fire apparatus technology, or just passionate about the firefighting community and its evolution, this episode of Pierce™ Dispatch is for you.For any feedback, questions or to subscribe, visit the Pierce™ Dispatch page.