Infrared heat saves emergency vehicles manufacturer trapped by high energy costs
By the early 1980s, Havis-Shields Equipment Corporation had successfully branched into manufacturing, introducing a telescoping light product for the fire apparatus market. The company's products now include in-vehicle consoles and computer mounts, K-9 transports, motorcycle lighting systems, prisoner transport solutions, and other vehicle accessories.
In 1998, Havis Shields' president Joseph Bernert predicted they would soon need more space than their existing 30,000-sq-ft building. A decision was made to develop layouts for a new plant, and property was purchased for a new 88,000-sq-ft facility "down the street" which the company would occupy in 2002.