Curbside portable ladder storage on the classic high-side/low-side pumper body can be beneficial to a department’s capability to respond and to return to service quickly, effectively and safely.

Valuable portable ladder storage can be achieved by moving the waterway to the exterior of the ladder tunnel. This ladder tunnel in a rear-mount aerial holds two 16-foot ladders, two 28-footers ...

It’s a thoughtful and practical solution that ensures every inch of storage is accessible, while keeping the ladder out of sight when not required. 6. Stash It Away ...