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T.E.X.S.™ Tactical EXtraction System
TEXS
Patent Pending
Rescuing civilians in a fire is one of the most important jobs that
firefighters are tasked with. When the rescue of one of our own is the
job, that task becomes much more difficult. Until now firefighters have
had to use tarps, or a piece of webbing to assist in that rescue. Well
times have changed and firefighters now have a new tool, the Tactical
Extraction System or T.E.X.S.
The T.E.X.S. is a compact tool designed to give firefighters more
options to drag, lift and carry. We all know the difficulty in moving
an unconscious person and the extreme amount of energy it takes out of
rescue teams. Many times one person is doing the majority of the work
because of minimal grab or lifting points. The T.E.X.S. gives rescue
teams more efficient grab, lift and carry points, maximizing the full
strength of the rescue team. Fire Departments need to maximize rescue
efforts and get the job accomplished quickly and efficiently by the
first or second rescue team. Once again, the T.E.X.S. provides the
rescue team with options.
When should a T.E.X.S. be deployed? Anytime you have larger structures
or multi-story buildings. On average you can apply a T.E.X.S. in less
than minute with zero visibility. You need to make up this time on the
way out. Refer to manuals under the literature tab for more details.
How did the T.E.X.S. come to be? Coincidentally, we at RIT BAG were
finishing designs for the R.E.D. A Lieutenant from Austin Fire, Brandon
Wade, wanted to bring his idea to reality. At the time it was
unfinished and needed refinement. He contacted us because he knew our
quality and craftsmanship are excellent and he wanted to use our
materials. Unfortunately, we were already releasing our new product.
However, after several communications everyone decided to work together
to form a stronger product. It was important that our team design the
next level of RIT extraction. Since 2006, we been refining and testing
the T.E.X.S. Now, officially available in September 2007, it is ready
for deliveries.
Together with Brandon we demonstrated the T.E.X.S. at San Diego,
Indianapolis and Baltimore trade shows. Our response was excellent. The
T.E.X.S. is your tool to create more efficient RIT rescues and start
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