Emergency Vehicles

The concept of ambulance service started in Europe with the Knights of St John who created the first ambulances. During the Crusades of the 11th Century, the Knights of St John received instruction in first-aid treatment from Arab and Greek doctors. They then acted as the first emergency workers, treating soldiers on both sides of the war of the battlefield and bringing in the wounded to nearby tents for further treatment. The first mode of ambulances used in the United states were horse driven during the Civil War.
Whenever time or distance are a factor in a patient's survival, an air ambulance can provide the fastest and most efficient route to a medical facility. Since the mid 1940's, air ambulance services have been established in Canada, followed by the first U.S. service in 1947. Since the mid 1940's, air ambulance services have been established in Canada, followed by the first U.S. service in 1947. Inside the air ambulance, you'll find a compact flying hospital, complete with stretchers, respirators, cardiac monitors, IV infusion pumps and other critical care supplies.
In other parts of the world such as India, Emergency medical services are in the early stages of development. Ambulance service in India is extremely fragmented, informal and unorganized. Over 90% of the ambulances in operation in urban India are in poor condition and lack medical equipment or trained paramedics on board. Many ambulance makers are trying to get provide a cost effective solution impoverished country.

Many of the emergency vehicle products come in a variety of configurations and designs. Ambulances are no exception. They can be built or altered to fit single or twin stretchers depending on the need of the customer. Off road applications can also be added to ensure that the proper handling of the vehicle is never an issue. Most specialized vehicle manufacturers use preferred construction materials that are resistant to corrosion and durable under the varied stresses that come with ambulance use. Light weight aluminum is a common element used in the construction process, due to its desired hygienic properties. Customization is standard, internal configurations can be optimized to provide the best in operational requirements and proper patient care. Specialized vehicle manufacturers are the most equipped to provide customers with the best in ambulance design and construction. A quality supplier of emergency vehicle equipment is ECX Electronics. ECX products range from open door/oxygen sensor screens, temperature sensors/regulators, and electrical load managers that regulate the electrical activity in a vehicle. by Rick Ballester