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MN8 Products Honored by Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber

 

MN8 Products was named runner up in the category of Emerging Business of the Year by the Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber.

See list of winners:

http://www.cincinnatichamber.com/cham_a.aspx?menu_id=150&id=15350

The Fire Critic (Rhett Fleitz) Reviews FoxFire's Photoluminescent Coating Kit

 

Link to Fire Critics review of Foxfire's All-in-One Photoluminescent Coating Kit:

http://firecritic.com/2011/05/mn8-products-foxfire-illuminating-all-in-one-coating-kit-product-review/

This is the second Foxfire product review by the Fire Critic, Rhett Fleitz. He discusses coating tools with the epoxy kit and the results. He says that "all in all, I think the product is great!" Click on the link above for the full review.

Product Review of Foxfire Firefighter Products by IronFiremen.com

 

Captain Willie Wines Jr. at IronFiremen.com reviews Foxfire's products:

http://networkedblogs.com/hZOpi

You can read the blog post at the link above, but Captain Wines "highly recommends you try one or all of the Foxfire products." 

 

Firstheroes.com Covered the Launch of our Photoluminescent Grip Wrap

 

Click here for the link of Firsthereos.com coverage of the launch of Foxfire's grip wrap:

http://www.firstheroes.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=3488%3Afoxfire-products-now-offered-in-multiple-illuminating-colors&catid=48%3Afirehouse&Itemid=255

Article:

Foxfire Products Now Offered in Multiple Illuminating Colors

Loveland, Ohio - MN8 Products, a leading developer and distributor of high performance glow-in-the-dark products for the fire safety industry, introduces color technology to its Foxfire® product line, with the launch of its photoluminescent grip wrap in multiple daytime and "glow" colors.

"The ability to have multiple colors in both the light and dark is one of the most significant developments in the photoluminescent field," said Zachary Green, president of MN8 Products. "This capability provides considerable value to firefighters by allowing them to differentiate between tools; crews; roles and responsibilities; and identify primary versus secondary searched sectors."

Foxfire's heavy duty grip wrap, made of industrial grade high-temperature resistant rip-stop silicone, is designed to handle the heat and rigors of firefighting. Sold in individual rolls that can cover the center grip of a hook or halligan, or two handles on a swinging tool (such as an axe or sledge hammer), the wrap self adheres, does not leave residue and can be easily reused. The grip wrap also has a unique surface that will allow grip on wet or dry tools with or without gloves.

The semi-permanent product is available in the following colors:

• White (available in either blue or green glow) • Orange (glows orange) • Yellow (glows green)

The grip wrap compliments Foxfire's growing line of fire safety equipment, which also includes do-it-yourself illuminating glow kits for axes, ladders, halligan bars and other tools, and glow-in-the-dark helmet bands.

"The grip wrap offers a lot of flexibility as it can be used and reused on many different types of tools including those with wood and fiberglass handles," said David Hudson, captain of Riverside County Fire Department in California. "I have the tape wrapped around my 4-foot roof hook and have used it on multiple fires and during training burns. Everyone is amazed how much it glows and the grip it adds to the tool. The different colors offer a lot of visibility and can be used to differentiate different tools or crew members. I highly recommend this durable product as it is easy to use and provides great crew accountability and visibility."

Foxfire products utilize an advanced photoluminescent technology that possess the unique capacity to absorb and store light and then release it as a bright luminance in the dark. When fully charged (by any light source), Foxfire products can glow for up to 17 hours. Through a patented color blending capability, Foxfire's grip wrap now glows in 3 different daytime and night/dark colors.

The bright glow emitted from Foxfire's grip wrap and other products illuminates surroundings and serves as a light emitter, enabling firefighters to keep track of their crews in dark environments. It also assists in quickly locating dropped tools in dark environments and provides a visual reference point to increase a firefighter's positional orientation.

"The grip wrap was developed in response to feedback we received from firefighters using Foxfire's illumination technology," said Green. "They told us they wanted to see our products sold in different color options. It is our sincere hope that this product will help the heroes of the fire industry better operate in dark environments."

For more information about Foxfire's illuminating grip wrap or to place an order, please visit www.mn8products.com.

About MN8 Products

MN8 Products is a firefighter owned company offering energy efficient and eco-friendly products utilizing breakthrough advanced illumination technology. MN8's product offerings for the fire safety industry, marketed under the name Foxfire®, have earned a reputation for safety, high quality and performance-proven. This is readily apparent in Foxfire's photoluminescent helmet bands, coating kits, grip wrap and other products. The company is headquartered in Loveland, Ohio, located in the northeastern suburbs of Cincinnati, Ohio. For more information, visit www.mn8products.com.

Link to Foxfire article in Firefighting in Canada Publication

 

Article Link:

http://firefightingincanada.annexweb.com/content/view/8569/179/

Article:

Foxfire now offered in illuminating colours

May 9, 2011 – MN8 Products has introduced colour technology to its Foxfire product line, with the launch of photoluminescent grip wrap in multiple daytime and glow colours.

Foxfire’s grip wrap is now available in white (with either blue or green glow), orange (glows orange) and yellow (glows green).

The bright glow emitted from Foxfire’s grip wrap and other products illuminates surroundings and serves as a light emitter, enabling firefighters to keep track of their crews in dark environments. It also assists in quickly locating dropped tools in dark environments and provides a visual reference point to increase a firefighter’s positional orientation. When fully charged (by any light source), Foxfire products can glow for up to 17 hours.

For more information about Foxfire’s illuminating grip wrap or to place an order, please visit www.mn8products.com.

Firehouse.com article about Foxfire's Grip Wrap

 

Link to article on Firehouse.com:

http://www.firehouse.com/news/industry-wire/foxfire-products-now-offered-multiple-illuminating-colors

Article Summary:

Loveland, Ohio - MN8 Products, a leading developer and distributor of high performance glow-in-the-dark products for the fire safety industry, introduces color technology to its Foxfire® product line, with the launch of its photoluminescent grip wrap in multiple daytime and "glow" colors.

"The ability to have multiple colors in both the light and dark is one of the most significant developments in the photoluminescent field," said Zachary Green, president of MN8 Products. "This capability provides considerable value to firefighters by allowing them to differentiate between tools; crews; roles and responsibilities; and identify primary versus secondary searched sectors."

Foxfire's heavy duty grip wrap, made of industrial grade high-temperature resistant rip-stop silicone, is designed to handle the heat and rigors of firefighting. Sold in individual rolls that can cover the center grip of a hook or halligan, or two handles on a swinging tool (such as an axe or sledge hammer), the wrap self adheres, does not leave residue and can be easily reused. The grip wrap also has a unique surface that will allow grip on wet or dry tools with or without gloves.

The semi-permanent product is available in the following colors:

• White (available in either blue or green glow) • Orange (glows orange) • Yellow (glows green)

The grip wrap compliments Foxfire's growing line of fire safety equipment, which also includes do-it-yourself illuminating glow kits for axes, ladders, halligan bars and other tools, and glow-in-the-dark helmet bands.

"The grip wrap offers a lot of flexibility as it can be used and reused on many different types of tools including those with wood and fiberglass handles," said David Hudson, captain of Riverside County Fire Department in California. "I have the tape wrapped around my 4-foot roof hook and have used it on multiple fires and during training burns. Everyone is amazed how much it glows and the grip it adds to the tool. The different colors offer a lot of visibility and can be used to differentiate different tools or crew members. I highly recommend this durable product as it is easy to use and provides great crew accountability and visibility."

Foxfire products utilize an advanced photoluminescent technology that possess the unique capacity to absorb and store light and then release it as a bright luminance in the dark. When fully charged (by any light source), Foxfire products can glow for up to 17 hours. Through a patented color blending capability, Foxfire's grip wrap now glows in 3 different daytime and night/dark colors.

The bright glow emitted from Foxfire's grip wrap and other products illuminates surroundings and serves as a light emitter, enabling firefighters to keep track of their crews in dark environments. It also assists in quickly locating dropped tools in dark environments and provides a visual reference point to increase a firefighter's positional orientation.

"The grip wrap was developed in response to feedback we received from firefighters using Foxfire's illumination technology," said Green. "They told us they wanted to see our products sold in different color options. It is our sincere hope that this product will help the heroes of the fire industry better operate in dark environments."

For more information about Foxfire's illuminating grip wrap or to place an order, please visit www.mn8products.com.

About MN8 Products

MN8 Products is a firefighter owned company offering energy efficient and eco-friendly products utilizing breakthrough advanced illumination technology. MN8's product offerings for the fire safety industry, marketed under the name Foxfire®, have earned a reputation for safety, high quality and performance-proven. This is readily apparent in Foxfire's photoluminescent helmet bands, coating kits, grip wrap and other products. The company is headquartered in Loveland, Ohio, located in the northeastern suburbs of Cincinnati, Ohio. For more information, visit www.mn8products.com.

Featured by Fire Apparatus and Emergency Equipment Magazine

 

Fire Apparatus and Emergency Equipment Magazine highlights the Foxfire product line in its April 2011 issue. Click for story link:

http://www.fireapparatusmagazine.com/index/display/article-display/7110639126/articles/fire-apparatus/volume-16/issue-04/features/industry-innovations-mn8-foxfire-glow-products.html

Text summary:

INDUSTRY INNOVATIONS: MN8 Foxfire Glow Products

MN8 Products announced its Foxfire product line, featuring Glow Technology illuminating coating (paint) kits and helmet bands that allows firefighters to be visibly located and find tools in zero light environments while providing illumination to the surrounding area.

The Foxfire line of products provides visual orientation in no or low light environments, assists firefighters in finding tools and gear and illuminates surroundings. Current products include:

  • All-In-One Illuminating Coating Kit, which contains everything needed to make tools, hydrants, ladders, floors and concrete curbs illuminate their surroundings. The kit contains a two part epoxy, primer, mixing and application tools.

  • Illuminating Helmet Bands, made of industrial grade high temperature resistant silicone, designed to handle the heat and rigors of firefighting. The bands illuminate the surrounding area and enable firefighters to keep track of their crews.

Foxfire's technology was developed using a new photoluminescent pigment combined with a specialized epoxy paint product. Equipment and tools painted with Foxfire technology will illuminate surroundings for up to 17 hours when fully charged.

Foxfire products can be charged by any type of light condition and can withstand the high temperatures associated with firefighting. Tools and equipment coated with Foxfire can be charged repeatedly.

Roanoke County Fire/Rescue Paints tools with Foxfire illuminating paint - from Iron Firemen blog

 

Fire Critic talks about Foxfire/MN8 Products' Media Coverage at FDIC

 

As part of his recap about the 2011 FDIC conference in Indianapolis, the Fire Critic talks about MN8 Products/Foxfire and our media coverage at the event (including links to our TV interviews). The complete blog post is here: http://firecritic.com/2011/03/fdic-recap-part-i-networking-and-the-9-11-memorial-stair-climb/

From the blog post:

We were met by Zach Green of MN8 Products (Foxfire illuminating technology). After that, we stopped by Scotty’s Brewhouse and enjoyed a couple of drinks. The topic of the night was free social media branding ideas for companies. Dave and I should get paid for this stuff!

Wednesday

Willie and I were up early.We caught up with Zach once again to check out his interview with local news channel 59 on his illuminating technology. The publicity this guy got at FDIC was amazing! Later that day, another channel interviewed him as well.

Iron Firemen talks about his strategy for reviewing Foxfire products

 

Here's a link to the complete blog post and photos of the Iron Firemen wearing a Foxfire helmet band: http://ironfiremen.com/2011/04/headed-to-the-big-house-baby/

Blog section about Foxfire:

Tomorrow’s schedule already looks full. I got a shipment in from my good friend Zach Green from over at FoxFire.



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