Spartan ER announces new Director of Sales

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REV Group, a manufacturer of fire apparatus brands including E-ONE, KME, Ferrara and Spartan Emergency Response, has announced that Chris Wade has joined Spartan ER as Director of Sales. Previously with E-ONE for 14 years, Chris held the roles of Aerial Sales Manager and Regional Sales Manager. Over the years, he also held prior positions with Spartan Motors and Ladder Tower, Inc.

“It’s a tremendous value to have someone of Chris’ calibre on our team,” said Mike Virnig, Vice President of Sales, REV Fire Group. “His strong work ethic combined with his vast experience and knowledge of the fire industry makes him the ideal candidate to lead our sales efforts within the Spartan ER family.”

“Joining a strong group of employees behind the distinguished lineage of the Spartan ER products is certainly exciting,” said Chris Wade. “I look forward to being part of the team effort to supply communities with best-in-class emergency vehicles.”

Chris earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Kutztown University in Pennsylvania and his MBA from St. Joseph’s University. Chris was also a Firefighter/EMT for the City of Reading, PA.

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REV Group announces new Vice President of Sales

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REV Group has announced the appointment of George Petropoulos as Vice President, Sales for REV Ambulance Group. Overseeing the sales teams for Horton, American Emergency Vehicles (AEV), Leader, Wheeled Coach, Road Rescue, Frontline and McCoy-Miller, George reports into Anoop Prakash, Ambulance Division President, REV Group.

Prior to joining REV Group, George spent nearly 20 years at Harley-Davidson Motor Company where most recently he was the Manager, Police & Fleet Sales, increasing the company’s municipal market share from 40% to 75% over an 11-year period. George is a retired Major and Transportation / Logistics officer in the U.S. Army and serves as a part-time police officer for the Town of Mukwonago Police Department in Wisconsin.

“We are integrating our sales organisation to optimise our sales process and commercial execution,” said Anoop Prakash, Ambulance Division President, REV Group. “George’s extensive municipal sales experience will allow us to continue to advance our service and support to our dealers, partners and customers across the REV ambulance brands.”

George has received the distinguished service award from the National Law Enforcement Memorial Fund and is on the Board of Directors for the USO in Wisconsin.

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E-ONE introduces new 2020 CYCLONE® cab with voice recognition

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E-ONE, a subsidiary of REV Group, has introduced the 2020 Cyclone® cab following feedback from firefighters, which features significant updates and refinements, including more interior space, greater visibility and easier access.

The new 100” wide cab provides more interior space, including a 4” raised roof for more headroom and a generous 27 inches between door and engine cover for both driver and officer.

The Cyclone cab provides excellent visibility for driver and crew with its low-profile dash, one-piece door glass, and a reduced profile interior A/C system.

The new rugged dash, constructed from heavy-duty cast aluminum, features a redesigned centre console area. It is available in both a low profile and a raised design for mounting of sirens, radios, and other electronic equipment. The officer’s side also has a very low-profile designed to provide additional legroom.

Other critical features of this new cab design include:

  • New vertical pull handles on cab doors along with extended lower and full-width intermediate steps
  • High-capacity air conditioning system, closer to the ceiling for greater visibility, with eight vents in rear and six in front.
  • LED strip lights configured as daytime running lights or turn signals, allowing for additional forward warning lights.
  • Heavy wall extrusions and 3/16” plate for the floor, roof, walls, and doors for maximum strength and durability.
  • Five cab length options with a flat roof (low or 4” raised) or one of four raised “vista” designs.

“We’re very excited about this new Cyclone cab. The increased interior space, combined with its rugged construction, and classic styling make the Cyclone cab a perfect choice for fire departments adding to their fleets,” said Joseph Belle, E-ONE Vice President, and General Manager.

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