SNYDER, NE–Smeal Fire Apparatus Co. announced its new CORE rescue pumper. The CORE is the latest in innovation incorporating the NEW Smeal S450 Chassis and the OMNI pump system and is currently being shown throughout the Northeastern United States. The S450 is the toughest, most innovative chassis in the product line. It features a variety of options including a 450hp Cummins ISL, 4100 square inch windshield for greater visibility, high mounted air intake to prevent water from entering the turbo, electrical V-Mux and Class 1 ES-Key Multiplex, a heavy-duty 72,000-Btu a/c, and raised-roof options starting at eight inches that be increased up to 24 inches in one-inch increments. The S450 also features an air bag system and exceeds NFPA 1901 requirements for safety. The OMNI pump system on the CORE rescue-pumper is a multipositional panel that can be placed virtually anywhere on the truck. Weighing less than five pounds, the panel is easy to remove and place in a location on the truck, keeping the pump operator in a safe location and enabling him to fully view the scene. Not only does the OMNI have the ability to control the pumps and valves, but can also control the monitor, scene lights, truck mounted cameras, generator, and air horn, and check on water and foam levels–all in one portable package with an intuitive and easy to use interface. For more information, visit www.smeal.com.