Gear Wash Blog

Gear Wash Continues Strong Growth with Acquisition of Advanced PPE

In a major West Coast expansion, Gear Wash has announced its acquisition of Advanced PPE Company, a verified Independent Service Provider (ISP) with operations in Ventura, Calif., effective Feb. 4. Growing yet again, the Gear Wash network now encompasses 13 brick-and-mortar locations in proximity

Fireground Contaminants: How Firefighters Can Reduce Exposure

With the risk of cancer and other serious illnesses a concern for all firefighters, it’s become more important than ever to reduce your exposure to contaminants on the fireground. 

What To Look For in a Mobile Firefighter Gear Cleaning Unit

As more departments get serious about cleaning gear, more options are becoming available to the fire service. 

Gear Wash’s Bold Acquisition Reshapes PPE Maintenance

Gear Wash, the nation’s largest fully verified Independent Service Provider (ISP) of PPE care and maintenance, is excited to announce its expansion into Texas with the acquisition of two new locations in San Antonio and Dallas. This move reinforces Gear Wash’s dedication to delivering unparalleled

How Firefighter Gear is Cleaned

As firefighters become more aware of the dangers of fire contaminants on gear, cleaning has become more important than ever. 

Hidden Dangers of Contaminants: Why Clean Firefighting Gear Matters

When you respond to a fire, it’s obvious where the danger is. Flames, heat stress, trips and falls, collapse; you take precautions against all of these. 

CO2 Cleaning: Claims vs. Reality

CO2 cleaning is making waves in the fire industry. The technology is a new tool that can help keep gear clean, protecting firefighters from potentially dangerous contaminants that end up on turnouts.

Why A Verified ISP Matters

More and more fire departments are getting serious about gear cleaning. As information about the dangers of dirty gear grows, firefighters are recognizing the need to thoroughly clean their gear. 

Gear Wash Introduces the Power of CO2 Cleaning Services

Gear Wash, a subsidiary of Fire-Dex, announces the launch of CO2 Contaminant Cleaning Technology as an option for firefighter gear cleaning. This innovative service offers firefighters and first responders a new method of gear sanitization that enhances traditional water-based cleaning.

Signs Your Reflective Trim Needs Replacing

Reflective trim isn't just an extra feature of your gear. It's an NFPA certification requirement that ensures your safety and effectiveness on the front lines of firefighting.