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Turnout Gear Dryers

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Williams Direct Dryers is committed to serving firehouses and first responders by providing specialized turnout gear dryers designed to meet the rigorous demands of the emergency response industry. Our PPE dryers cater to a broad spectrum of fire departments, offering both freestanding and wall-mounted options – each meticulously engineered with advanced drying ports to help accommodate various types of protective gear and accessories. With Williams Direct Dryers, fire departments and first responders have access to equipment that offers the efficient drying of turnout gear, water rescue or hazmat suits, helmets, boots, gloves, SCBA masks, and more. Our turnout gear dryers are built with the right balance of gentleness and durability: they are gentle enough to dry even the most delicate, specialized equipment without risking damage, yet robust enough to withstand years, if not decades, of heavy use in high-demand environments.

Best Sellers

model ps4/r8 portable turnout gear dryer

The Chief

$6995

Model PS4/R8; Mobile Dryer for 4 Turnouts and Accessories

  • Dries four entire firefighter PPE ensembles from head to toe, including:
    • Jackets
    • Pants
    • Boots
    • Gloves
    • Face pieces
    • Hoods
  • Fully mobile
  • Space saving
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model ps4 portable turnout gear dryer

Model PS4

$5449

Mobile Dryer for 4 Sets of Turnout gear

  • Dries 4 complete sets of turnout gear including:
    • Jackets
    • Pants
    • Boots
    • Gloves
  • Fully mobile
  • Space saving
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model ws2 fire gear dryer

Model PS2

$3495

Mobile Dryer for 2 Sets of Turnout gear

  • Dries 2 complete sets of turnout gear including:
    • Jackets
    • Pants
    • Boots
    • Gloves
  • Fully mobile
  • Space saving
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model ps5 portable turnout gear dryer

Model PS5

$5995

Mobile Dryer for 5 Sets of Turnout gear

  • Dries 5 complete sets of turnout gear including:
    • Jackets
    • Pants
    • Boots
    • Gloves
  • Fully mobile
  • Space saving
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WS4 R8 firefighter gear dryer

Model WS4/R8

$5595

Wall Mount Dryer for 4 Turnouts and Accessories

  • Wall mount, fixed version of our popular “The Chief” dryer. Dries 4 entire firefighter PPE ensembles from head to toe including:
    • Jackets
    • Pants
    • Boots
    • Gloves
    • Face pieces
    • Hoods
  • Space saving
  • Same terrific performance of the Chief in a fixed location dryer.
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model ps4c1 fire gear dryer

The Captain

$6849

Model PS4/C1; Mobile Dryer for 4 Sets of Turnout Gear and 1 Rescue Suit

  • Dries 4 complete sets of turnout gear including:
    • 1 Rescue Suit
    • 4 Jackets
    • 4 Pants
    • 8 Boots
    • 8 Gloves
  • Fully mobile
  • Space saving
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model ps3c1r8 turnout gear dryer with gear demo

Model PS3/R8

$5595

Mobile Dryer for 3 Turnouts and Accessories

  • Dries three entire firefighter PPS ensembles from head to toe, including: “ to replace “-Dries three complete sets of turnout gear including:
    • Jackets
    • Pants
    • Boots
    • Gloves
    • Face pieces
    • Hoods
  • Fully mobile
  • Space saving
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model ws5 fire gear dryer

Model WS5

$5149

Wall Mounted, Floor Supported Dryer for 5 Sets of Turnout Gear

    • Dries 5 complete sets of turnout gear including:
      • Jackets
      • Pants
      • Boots
      • Gloves
    • Wall mounted
    • Space saving
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model ws4 fire gear dryer

Model WS4

$4795

Wall Mounted, Floor Supported Dryer for 2 Sets of Turnout Gear

  • Dries 4 complete sets of turnout gear including:
    • Jackets
    • Pants
    • Boots
    • Gloves
  • Wall mounted
  • Space saving
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model ws2 fire gear dryer

Model WS2

$3095

Wall Mounted, Floor Supported Dryer for 2 Sets of Turnout Gear

  • Dries 2 complete sets of turnout gear including
    • Jackets
    • Pants
    • Boots
    • Gloves
  • Wall mounted
  • Space saving
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Williams Direct Dryers: The Right Choice for Fire Fighters & First Responders

At Williams Direct Dryers, we understand the diverse needs of fire departments and first responders. Space constraints are a common issue, and our turnout gear dryers address this by offering wall-mounted and portable options to fit seamlessly into nearly any available area. No matter how limited your space may be, we offer a solution that is likely to fit within your facility. We make it easy for you to incorporate a safer and more effective drying solution wherever you need it. Whether you require a stationary unit in your drying room or a mobile dryer that can be moved to different areas, the team from Williams Direct Dryers can provide the right model to meet your operational needs. With our units, you can be assured of efficient drying processes that help keep PPE and other gear more readily available for action.

Properly Dried Fire Fighting & First Responder Equipment

The importance of proper drying for fire gear and first responder gear cannot be overstated. Beyond simply keeping equipment ready for immediate reuse, our turnout gear dryers play a crucial role in protecting the health and safety of personnel. Dirty or damp turnout gear is not only uncomfortable but can pose serious health risks. Contaminants found in smoke and soot, such as benzene and other carcinogens, can linger on gear and potentially lead to long-term health consequences, including an increased risk of certain cancers. 

At Williams Direct Dryers, our innovative forced-air drying technology allows firehouses to effectively first clean with an extractor and then dry gear, helping to remove moisture as well as harmful residues to prolong the integrity of heat-resistant fabrics. By maintaining thermal stability and protecting the fabrics of these life-saving pieces of equipment, our PPE dryers help fire departments and first responder facilities ensure the safety of their team members.

Warranty Information

To demonstrate our commitment to quality, all Williams Direct Dryers products come with a robust warranty, providing our customers with greater peace of mind and assurance in their investment. Every turnout gear dryer is backed by a five-year warranty against defects in materials and workmanship and a two-year warranty on electrical components, helping ensure reliability and longevity. Our dedication to excellence in manufacturing and customer service makes us at Williams Direct Dryers a dependable partner for first responders worldwide.

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Custom Turnout Gear Dryers

We can custom build a turnout gear dryer to fit your exact application. Contact our team today to ask a question about custom gear dryers.

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Why Choose Williams Direct Dryers for Turnout Gear Dryers?

Williams Direct Dryers has devoted years of research and development to creating turnout gear dryers specifically designed for the demanding conditions that firefighters face. With various models available, we offer an array of solutions to suit firehouses and first responder facilities of virtually all sizes. If our standard models do not meet specific requirements, we are happy to work with you to customize a dryer that fulfills your unique needs. Customer feedback is valuable to us, and we frequently incorporate suggestions to help improve our designs and functionality. 

Each of our dryers comes equipped with an option for room temperature or warmed air, allowing users to adjust drying temperatures with a simple flip of a switch. This feature adds flexibility, enabling users to choose the most appropriate drying setting based on the needs of each piece of gear and time available to dry.

“How do turnout gear dryers from Williams Direct Dryers work?”

Turnout gear dryers from Williams Direct Dryers use a combination of ambient, room temperature or gently warmed forced air, depending on the setting selected by the user, that circulates through the interior and around the gear placed on specially designed arms or racks. Our drying systems allow for the gentle yet effective drying of structural firefighting PPE and equipment. They are designed to help preserve the life of PPE while ensuring it is dried efficiently, making it more comfortable and readily available.

“Can using a turnout gear dryer improve workplace safety?”

Absolutely. One of the biggest risks in the fire service is exposure to harmful carcinogens and pathogens trapped in moisture-laden gear. By ensuring that turnout gear is properly and thoroughly dried after washing or heavy use, our turnout gear dryers help minimize health risks, reduce the potential for mold or mildew growth, and keep gear in optimal working condition. Dry PPE also enhances mobility and thermal insulation, both of which are essential for on-the-job performance and long-term safety.

“Are turnout gear dryers customizable for different fire departments?”

Yes, Williams Direct Dryers offers multiple models and customizable configurations to suit departments of all sizes. Whether you need a wall-mounted unit for compact stations or a larger freestanding model to dry multiple sets of gear at once, our dryers are tailored for performance, safety, and space efficiency. We are happy to work with you on creating a custom PPE drying solution that fits your needs.

“Do your turnout gear dryers meet NFPA standards?”

Yes, at Williams Direct Dryers, our PPE and turnout gear dryers are designed with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) guidelines in mind, specifically NFPA 1851, which outlines proper care, maintenance, and drying procedures for turnout gear. These dryers use low-heat or ambient air drying, which helps preserve PPE performance and helps ensure compliance with industry safety standards, drying gear in a non-tumble drying fashion.

“Are PPE dryers easy to use and maintain?”

All of our direct dryers are engineered for user-friendly operation. Gear is simply placed onto designated drying arms or racks, and the system does the rest. Our units come with intuitive controls and require minimal maintenance. Just a few simple cleaning procedures, like with any other appliance, help ensure that our dryers remain in top working condition and ready to support first responders day in and day out.

Contact Us Today for Details on Turnout Gear Dryers

Firehouses require reliable, efficient equipment to protect their members and maintain readiness, and Williams Direct Dryers is proud to support these efforts by offering the finest turnout gear dryers on the market. Our dryers go beyond mere functionality; they reflect our commitment to the safety, health, and well-being of the first responders who rely on them. By investing in our dryers, you are investing in the protection and longevity of PPE, as well as the safety of your team members.

If you are ready to equip your facility or firehouse with top-tier drying technology, contact us at Williams Direct Dryers today to learn more about our turnout gear dryers.

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Client Testimonials

Read what customers have been saying about our products

Todd Draizen, Deputy Chief

Sunrise Fire Rescue (FL)

Perfect dryer for our PPE. We love it! It dries the gear in about 2 hours as promised giving us an edge in readiness and response.

James Curry, Deputy Chief, Logistics.

Sandy Springs Fire Rescue (GA)

Safety is #1 concern. These dryers deliver a key component to our long-term safety goals of reducing injuries and exposure to carcinogens.

Dave Nilio, Fire Marshall

Wilton Manors FD (FL)

This PS5 is great! We love it! In our humid climate this allows us to dry our gear and be ready at all time.

Dan Contini, Chief

Palmer Emergency Service, AK

Our second dryer is working as well as the first and our gear is washed more often because of the quickness of the drying process. Looking to purchase our 3rd dryer.

Peter Hullings, Technician

Troy FD (MI)

The PS 2 dryer fits our stations and needs very well. It is well liked with our firefighters drying our gear quickly.

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