HEN + Dinges Fire Demo Day | Sumner, IL

Join Dinges Fire Company, HEN Nozzles, and leading fire service manufacturers for a hands-on Demo Day at the Christy Fire Protection District.

Firefighters will rotate through practical training stations focused on thermal imaging, fire behavior, hoseline movement, nozzle control, water application, and vehicle extrication. Attendees will also have opportunities to explore fire-service equipment and speak with participating manufacturers.

This is an opportunity to see equipment taken off the display table and put to work in realistic fireground applications.

Training Stations

• Flashover & Fire Behavior: Experience a live flashover environment while examining fire development, behavior, heat signatures, and key thermal imaging cues.

• Thermal Imaging: Learn how to apply TIC data during suppression and search operations.

• Flow, Move & Take Control: Work on flowing the proper GPM while advancing an attack line, with an emphasis on nozzle firefighter body positioning, water application, backup firefighter positioning, and movement.

• Extrication Scenarios: Rotate through hands-on scenarios using AMKUS rescue tools to reinforce tool familiarity, problem-solving, and advanced cutting techniques.

Participating Manufacturers

HEN, Bullard, Amkus, 3M Scott, FAST, LION, IDEX, Kuriyama, ESI-JYD, Groves Ready Rack, Streamlight, Vanguard

Registration is required and closes 72 hours prior to the event. Walk-ins will not be accepted. Space is limited, and events often reach capacity, so reserve your spot early. For registration questions, please contact Alex Cummings at alex.cummings@hennozzles.com.

Event Policies & Participation Requirements

By RSVPing to and attending this event, participants agree to the following:

Health & Safety

Participants acknowledge that training involves close interaction and potential exposure to communicable illnesses, including COVID-19. Do not attend if you are experiencing symptoms, have tested positive, or have been advised to isolate. Participants assume all related risks and agree to follow all facility and event health guidelines.

Photo & Video Release

Participants consent to photography and video recording during the event. Content may be used by event partners for promotional, educational, and marketing purposes across digital and print channels.

Participation Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older

• Must hold Firefighter I (FF1) certification

• Must be an active member in good standing with a fire department

• Must bring and wear full PPE, including SCBA, for all hands-on activities

Those who do not meet the participation requirements may attend only as observers.