Pierce™ Dispatch Podcast
Pierce™ Dispatch offers an insider look at the dynamic world of firefighting. Each episode opens the door to explore a never-before-seen side of fire truck manufacturing and the fire industry, examining what goes into managing lifesaving missions and community challenges each day.
From fire apparatus tools and technology, to fire truck equipment, trends and processes, Pierce™ Dispatch offers a unique perspective on what it takes to succeed on the frontlines of firefighting.
Hosted by Pierce Manufacturing representatives and featuring fire apparatus and equipment experts and fire service professionals as guests, Pierce™ Dispatch echoes the timely and relevant information often found in firefighter field communications.
Pierce™ Dispatch Podcast
Episode 42: Oklahoma City Fire Department, OK – “Meet the Need”
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We take great pride in manufacturing fire apparatus to serve those who serve others. Tune into the latest episode of the Pierce™ Dispatch featuring Oklahoma City Fire Department. Major Owen Wiggins walks us through their fire apparatus procurement process, fleet consistency and their department’s commitment to meeting their community’s needs.
Date Aired: 10/24/2025
Featuring: Major Owen Wiggins & host Dan Meyer
Guests:
- Owen Wiggins is a major for the Oklahoma City Fire Department in Oklahoma.
- Dan Meyer is the vice president of sales at Pierce Manufacturing.
Resources:
- Oklahoma City Fire Department in Oklahoma
- Enforcer™ custom chassis
- Traditional pumper
- Fire apparatus procurement
- Fire apparatus standardization
- Pierce PUC™ Pump
- Wildland Urban Interface (WUI)
- Fire apparatus compartmentation
- Pierce stock fire apparatus
Join us as we continue to bring together customers, industry professionals and Pierce experts in future episodes, providing a platform for insightful discussions on the advancements and challenges within the firefighting community.
Whether you’re in the market for the latest in fire apparatus technology, or just passionate about the firefighting community and its evolution, this episode of Pierce™ Dispatch is for you.
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