Episode 53: Pumpers & the Evolution of the Pierce PUC™ Pump

Send us Fan MailWe are ‘pumped’ for Episode No.53 of the Pierce™ Dispatch! John Schultz, Pierce’s vice president and general manager, takes a deep dive on the pumper products and the evolution of the Pierce PUC™ Pump. He shares his first-hand perspective on watching the Pierce PUC Pump transform from a new innovation into a core feature in today's industry. Tune in now for exclusive configuration insights and design offerings. Date Aired: 7/31/2026 Featuring: Host Dan Meyer and John SchultzGuests:John Schultz is the vice president and general manager at Pierce.Dan Meyer is the vice president of sales at Pierce.Key Takeaways:PumpersPumpersPumper Comparison BlogPumper Fire Apparatus: Overview and ExamplesPumper Fire Truck Design: 6 Key FeaturesBX™ PumperHeavy-Duty Rescue PumperHigh Flow Industrial ApparatusMini PumperPumperResponderBX™ WildlandPierce® Volterra®Multipurpose Fire TrucksAdvancements in Rescue Pumper StoragePierce PUC™ PumpPierce PUC™Pierce Ultimate Configuration: Key BenefitsCustom ChassisEnforcer™Impel®Saber®Velocity®Commercial ChassisCommercial ChassisFreightlinerInternationalKenworthFoam SystemsFoam SystemsHercules™ CAFSHusky™ 3Husky™ 12Husky™ IndustrialFire-Fighting Foam: What It Is and Why Departments Need ItFire SuppressionFire SuppressionRegional FactorsUrban Firefighting: Design and Configuration ExamplesHow Does Elevation Impact Pump Performance?Fire Trucks and Features That Best Serve Rural MarketsWildland Fire Truck Case StudyWildland Urban Interface Fire Trucks: 11 Key Design FeaturesHow to Winterize Your Fire Truck6 Summer Tips for Keeping Your Fire Truck CoolFire Apparatus Procurement Committees4 Critical Factors for an Effective Procurement CommitteeHow to Conduct a Community Needs AssessmentLexington County's Procurement Committee in ActionFire Truck Purchasing GuideFire Apparatus DesignFire Apparatus Design: A Step-by-Step Guide3 Ways to Simplify the Design and Ordering ProcessIndustrial Fire Truck Design, Selection and UseThe Order Lifecycle of a Fire TruckFire Truck Ergonomics: 11 Features to Enhance SafetyFire Truck Storage: Compartment and Storage Systems FAQPierce Road RallyPierce Road Rally2026 Road Rally Reaches MidpointJoin 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.