Wednesday,  February 24, 2010

Wildland Fire Gear Specialist Coaxsher™ Becomes ISO 9001:2008 Certified

Chelan Falls, Washington, February 24, 2010 – Wildland Fire Gear Specialist Coaxsher™ has recently attained ISO 9001:2008 certification. Awarded by the International Organization for Standardization, a global leader in quality assurance for business, government and society, the designation certifies that Coaxsher has met the highest standards of good management practices and formalized business processes.

Coaxsher™ originally pursued its ISO certification so that the company’s products could qualify for NFPA 1977-2005 certification, a necessity in the fire gear industry. The company’s owners Kevin and Kyle Cox found, however, that it was also a good business practice to ensure quality control externally as well as in-house. The certification provides an objective benchmark upon which customers can measure Coaxsher™ and its products against its competitors.

“Being ISO certified means that our company’s procedures and operations have been refined to meet top industry standards,” Kyle Cox said. “This benefits our customers because they know that they will receive not only the highest quality products which we have always delivered but also the best customer service, before and after their purchases.”

The ISO certification comes on the heels of the launch of Coaxsher’s latest product – the CX Wildland Vent Brush Shirt, patent pending – a long-sleeved wildland firefighter’s brush shirt made with superior ventilation, easy access and roomy pockets for storage.

“This is a big year for Coaxsher™,” Kyle Cox said. “After eight years in business, we’re taking things to the next level.”

Monday,  January 4, 2010

Wildland Fire Gear Specialist Coaxsher™ Ventures into the Wildland Fire Apparel Market with the CX Wildland Vent Brush Shirt

Chelan Falls, Washington, January 4, 2010 – After eight years of developing outdoor gear for wildland firefighters and search and rescue teams, Coaxsher™ is excited to announce its first venture into the wildland fire apparel market with the launch of its CX Wildland Vent Brush Shirt, patent pending. As a former wildland firefighter, company co-owner Kyle Cox felt that other shirts currently on the market needed better ventilation and increased comfort and maneuverability.

After getting input from active wildland firefighters, the Cox brothers developed and designed a prototype for testing – the CX Wildland Vent Brush Shirt. It is a long-sleeved shirt made with Coaxsher’s patent pending “Xvent” system that allows heat to escape from the body. As the most advanced product of its kind, the CX Wildland Vent Brush Shirt is also lightweight, easy to access and contains multiple pockets for the storage of pens, tools and other small items needed by firefighters in the course of duty.  Currently this shirt is pending certification to meet NFPA-1977, 2005 specifications.

“This type of product has been stagnant for years and was begging for an update. We spoke with wildland firefighters and asked them what they wanted to see offered. The CX Wildland Vent Brush Shirt is the result,” Kyle Cox said. “We took our product to the next level with vent openings, roomy pockets and a comfortable design.”

The CX Wildland Brush Shirt also contains specially-designed shoulder pockets to create space for fire-retardant padding (sold separately) to be inserted for added comfort. This feature is particularly useful for those who experience shoulder pain when carrying heavy packs and for sawyers who lug heavy chain saws over their shoulders when hiking. Available in sizes from S through XXXL, the shirt comes in bold yellow for easy visibility.

Monday,  October 26, 2009

Carolina Fire Rescue EMS Journal Article

Looking at boots and packs - Tools of the trade

Another great piece of tactical equipment I have come across is from Coaxsher. They manufacture elite and specialized fire gear. I came across several items that I found work well in search and rescue. Back in November and December of 2008 our team, along with Nash Community College piloted a 40 hour wilderness search class for the NC Department of Insurance, Fire and Rescue Division as one of the specialties under NFPA 1006. This class was a two weekend event that included an overnight stay with no tent on the second weekend. I was shown one of the Coaxsher packs, the FS-1 Ranger, by one of my fellow team members and I was pretty impressed with it. I used the pack over the weekend and it worked exceptionally well, as did their RCP-1 Pro radio chest harness.

The Ranger fit very comfortable and with the adjustable waist straps and shoulder straps, it rode on my waist and hips, not my back. The Ranger pack is a modular design that allows you to put the equipment you need in the pack and compartmentalize the gear as you need or want to. The pack is made of 1000D Cordura, uses box stitching on the seams, and is reinforced at all the stress points. The Ranger also carries a lifetime warranty.

I used the radio chest harness during the wilderness search training and also used it during the training we did in Guatemala. The harness held my radio along with a strap to hold it in place. It held my GPS unit and cell phone, secured. The harness has slots for pens, and a zipper pouch that will hold a notepad. It has a fold down platform and open back straps, along with reflective strips for greater visibility. The radio harness works well in multiple applications.

Article by:  David Pease

Firehouse World -  San Diego, CA.   Feb. 15-19  2009

Come see us at Booth # 1202

www.firehouseworld.com

Thursday, September 11, 2008

Coaxsher™ Selected by Australian Department of Sustainability and Environment to Design Custom Outdoor Utility Packs

Wenatchee, WA, September 11, 2008 – Coaxsher™, maker of wildland fire, search and rescue team gear, has been selected by Australia’s Department of Sustainability and Environment (DSE) to provide 800 custom-made fire utility packs to help the agency improve safety for wildland firefighters.

Over the course of the last year, the DSE tested Coaxsher’s fire utility packs against ten other manufacturers and decided upon the Wenatchee-based company’s pack for its quality design and superior workmanship. After the selection process was complete, Coaxsher™ worked closely with DSE to customize the fire packs to the agency’s specific needs. Coaxsher™ will deliver the packs to the DSE by September 30, 2008. The Australian DSE will order 500 more packs within the next year, making this an ongoing contract for Coaxsher™.

Read full press release here...

Monday, April 14, 2008

Coaxsher™ Develops D.A.S. Dual Action Stabilizer™ for Outdoor Utility Packs

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Wenatchee, Washington, April 14, 2008 – Coaxsher’s Kyle Cox announced today that the company has added its new patent-pending Dual Action Stabilizer™ technology to two of its outdoor utility packs, the FS-1 Ranger and SR-1 Endeavor. This new stabilizer system, nicknamed DAS, adds increased functionality and maximum versatility to the top-selling packs which are used by wilderness firefighters, search and rescue teams, emergency medical personnel and ski patrols.

The purpose of the DAS system is to achieve two functions with one action. By pulling the waist belt strap, the load bearing strap tightens, bringing the load onto the back in one smooth motion. In other packs, multiple adjustments are often needed to situate the pack on the back in a comfortable position. Knowing the challenge, Cox wanted Coaxsher’s packs to be optimized for easy use, particularly for wilderness use and heavy loads where packs sit lower on the back.

Read full press release here...

Tuesday, January 29, 2008

Coaxsher™ Creates Mobile, Versatile Packs for Wildland Fire Fighters & Search and Rescue Teams

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

(PRLog.Org) – Jan 29, 2008 – Dedicated to providing quality products for wildland fire fighters and search and rescue teams, outdoor gear specialist Coaxsher™ is excited to announce the creation of two new outdoor packs, FS-1 Spotter and SR-1 Recon, for maximum mobility and versatility. The packs were developed by company owners Kevin and Kyle Cox with the needs of wildland fire fighters and search and rescue teams in mind.

The FS-1 Spotter and SR-1 Recon are ergonomically designed to hold mid-to-lightweight loads and for greater mobility. Both include a 700 cubic inch main pack, a removable 100 oz. reservoir pocket with dual hose ports and an adjustable harness system. In addition, each pack contains removable modules suited to its end user’s specific needs. Because each module can be removed, users have the freedom to carry as much or as little as they need to. The pack is adaptable for multiple uses and can be adjusted to fit virtually any user.

Read full press release here...

Washington State SAR Conference -  Cashmere, WA.  May 16-18  2008

See our products at the Mountain Air Gear Booth

www.sar2008.com

Firehouse World -  San Diego, CA.  Feb. 3-7  2008

Come see us at Booth # 2444      Floor Plan

www.firehouseworld.com

Wednesday, September 25, 2007

Coaxsher Redesigns FS1 Ranger Pack to Better Meet Needs of Wildland Firefighters & Search & Rescue

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
(PRLog.Org) – Sep 25, 2007 – Wenatchee, Washington – On the heels of a devastating fire that destroyed their company’s inventory, brothers Kevin and Kyle Cox are excited to launch the redesign of one of Coaxsher’s most popular products, the FS-1 Ranger pack. Created for use by wilderness firefighters and search and rescue teams, the pack was first developed by Coaxsher™ in February 2006. After receiving feedback from customers, the Cox brothers researched other packs on the market and redesigned their own product, making it more user-friendly and easier to modify.

One of the key changes in the redesigned FS-1 Ranger was the relocation of the fire shelter case. Originally situated at the bottom of the pack, the fire shelter case rubbed against the user while walking. It has been moved to rest against the back and hips, a popular change with users. Another key change was making the pack easier to modify. This was done by removing its many straps and creating a digital owner’s manual to help users understand how the pack can be modified for different uses.

Read full press release here...

Wednesday, August 22, 2007

Coaxsher RP-1 Scout radio chest pack Review

Key Benefits:

Multiple compartments for specialized contents In front of the chest or shoulder,back,hip- carry Highly ergonomic Flexible positioning Accommodating to other wearable gear Adjustable to fit a wide range of body sizes.

General Description:

The RP-1 Scout from Coaxsher- is one of a specialized range of wearable gear packs that are specifically intended for the active outdoor sports community. The RP-1 Scout is a special breed of chest pack designed to securely contain electronics such as Receivers/Transceivers, GPS,CellPhones,Rangefinders and PLB/EPIRB devices. All these are within the domain of the patrol and search and rescue professions. The pack is comprised of tear-drop shaped cluster of compartments that mounts to the wearer's chest by two straps that crisscross the back and attach at four points to the pack in front. This arrangement is derived from the classic chest lanyards used by horsemen for centuries. The use of two straps ensures that the pack remains centered and at the desired height. Another advantage of the crisscrossing arrangement is that the shoulders and under-arms are unobstructed- creating accommodation for additional gear to be carried either to the side or on the back. This latter point is especially noteworthy as SAR and Patrol are likely to also be wearing a backpack of some sort.

Full review can be viewed at http://www.imagometrics.com/GoBags/C_RP1_Sct.htm

 

 

 

 

 

 

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