One of Chicago's aerials at the Crimson facility in Ephrata, PA with the aerial mounted is ready to travel to South Dakota for the body installation. The rear view shows the completed aerial assembly. The frame rails extend beyond the torque box to accommodate the body. Directly behind the cab is the front set of stabilizer jacks. The rear jacks are beneath the turntable. Two sections of a ladder for another truck have been assembled in the shop. Closeup of the mid-section tip prior to the addition of the fly-section. The torque box is being mounted to this chassis as the ladder is completed elsewhere in the plant. Changzhou Saina Automobile Industry Co., Ltd , https://www.jsczsaina.com
Crimson aerials for Chicago in production
A visit to the Crimson Aerial facility in Ephrata, PA, two weeks ago revealed three units at different stages of production. One was set to be shipped to the company’s South Dakota location for body installation, while another was slightly behind in the process. The third chassis had not yet had the aerial mounted. It’s likely all three are now in South Dakota, ready for the next phase of assembly.
During the visit, it was clear that the team at Crimson Aerial is working efficiently, with multiple components being handled in parallel. The attention to detail and precision in each stage of production stood out, especially when looking at the fully assembled aerials and the progress on the chassis frames. The use of advanced engineering techniques and quality control measures ensures that each unit meets high standards before leaving the facility. It's fascinating to see how each piece comes together, from the initial frame setup to the final mounting of the aerial system. This kind of craftsmanship and coordination is essential in delivering reliable and durable equipment for emergency services across the country.