Another Lake County (Division 4) department has been added to the site. The Lake Villa Fire Department, Lake Villa Fire District, and Lake Villa Rescue Squad form a unique partnership that combines resources from different organizations. Together, they operate out of three fire stations in Lake Villa and Lindenhurst. The downtown station and most of its equipment are managed by the Lake Villa Fire Department, which is a private organization. They fundraise independently while also providing contract services for the Lake Villa Fire District. The other two stations, along with their apparatus, belong to the Fire District, while all ambulances—white and blue—are operated by the Rescue Squad. The Lake Villa Fire Department station which has been expanded three times since the original building was constructed. Photo by Hank Sajovic The downtown station is a fascinating structure with a rich history. It has undergone three major expansions over the years, now featuring eight bays. Each addition includes an engraved stone marking the year it was completed, making it a historical landmark in the community. Most of the fire suppression equipment is made by Pierce, with the exception of a 1973 CF-Mack/Welch unit. This includes four engines, a pumper/squad, a 105′ ladder, and two tankers, most of which are on Dash chassis. The newest piece is a 2009 Arrow XT engine stationed at the main location. The rescue squad currently operates five Ford/Osage Type III ambulances painted in the traditional blue and white scheme. As mentioned in a previous post HERE, two new red ambulances are on order and will be marked for the Lake Villa Fire District, matching the current fleet's design. This Mack/Pierce engine was purchased by the Fire Department and initially did not have the Wil-Burt Nightscan mounted on the roof. Lake Villa had long been a Mack customer, and this unit marked the beginning of their transition to Pierce. When Mack stopped producing fire trucks, many customers continued using the CF chassis with other manufacturers completing the units. By the time Lake Villa needed another vehicle, the CF chassis was no longer available. Photo by Larry Shapiro This Annandale, NJ engine is an example of a four-door Mack model. The rear doors are flat and recessed, covering the step. Built in 1981, it was later refurbished in 1996 by The Swab Wagon Company. Photo by Larry Shapiro Lake Villa has three standout units that reflect its rich history. One is a 1933 Pirsch antique in excellent condition. Another is a 1973 CF-Mack that was completely refitted with a new body by Welch. The third is a 1989/1990 CF-Mack/Pierce combination, notable for its custom four-door conversion by Pierce. This feature maintains the cab’s smooth lines from front to back, preserving the original aesthetic of the Mack chassis. This 1969 Mack CF engine, known as Engine 621, carried 750 gallons of water and featured a 1,000-GPM pump. Photo by Larry Shapiro Construction Machines Gear Hobbing Machine Construction Machines Gear Hobbing Machine,Gear Technology,Gear Hobbing Machine Series,Custom Gear Hobbing Machine Zhejiang Toman Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd , https://www.tomanmachines.com