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Customer Feedback

"CAFS Quality"
"There are many manufacturers offering CAFS units and the acquisition of any one of these would be an asset to a department, especially an under-staffed rural department on a tight budget. After comparing various units in action and first hand experience with ours, I have no hesitation in recommending the HUB. The quality of manufacture and dedication to service shown by HUB Fire Engines, I might add, is second to none."


"Excellent Information & Training Program"
I just wanted to say again....thanks to everyone @ HUB. Joe put on an excellent information & training program.



"Thanks for a Fine Job on the Truck"
Once again, thanks for a fine job on the truck. It was certainly a favourable experience dealing with an organization as professional as yours. I have heard it explained that I "should be purchasing my units from company XYZ as they are the largest manufacturer".... - you get the picture. My experiences indicate that what you don't get from the "largest manufacturer" is care and commitment.

This is the second unit I have purchased from HUB albeit the first new unit. On both occasions I have been impressed with the professional and courteous attitudes displayed by all staff, office and floor alike, before, during and post-purchase. I appreciate the care and attention Glenn, Trevor and Mike displayed during the design stages of the unit. I was most impressed with the attitude displayed by the staff in the shop.

As I was "wandering" around during my visits, I had the opportunity to meet and discuss various facets of the emergency vehicle construction with people like Joe and Dennis. I apologize for not remembering everyone's name I came in contact with but rest assured, the attention given to me and the sincere consideration paid to my constant queries was much appreciated. At no time did I ever receive an indication that I was imposing on their duties or that I was an inconvenience to them.

This is the type of attention the "largest manufacturer" will not provide. The staff at HUB deserve to be congratulated for their attention to not only quality production but their awareness of the "SERVICE". Providing a quality item is nice but if you are treated like ....., a customer will probably not be back. The attention to details at all levels provides that HUB Fire Engines will be a definite contender in future requests.



"Admiration for HUB Quality"
"For over 30 years, I have been a tremendous admirer and follower of HUB Fire Trucks built in Canada. I have always been fascinated in the quality and engineering of all your brilliant vehicles, and to me HUB builds the finest quality fire trucks in the world today."



"The Right Place to Build our Fire Truck"
"Seriously, we left HUB knowing we found the right place to build our fire truck. The hospitality, and understanding from all of you, Harvey, Jack, Kevin, the people on the floor, in the office, was very much appreciated."



"Fire Chief Peter Klaver - Sproat Lake Volunteer Fire Department"
"By the way – you might be interested to know that because of our tankers we have been upgraded by the insurance underwriters to ‘hydrant status’. We are the third western Canada fire department to achieve this status. It means 30-50 percent savings on every single homeowner's insurance policy. I personally saved $500 this year. We had to produce 200 gpm for 2 hours from two static water sources by way of water haul. We couldn’t have done it without those two 1500 gallon tankers. Our next step is to produce 400gpm for 2 hours. That will give our commercial buildings hydrant status and similar savings."



"True craftmanship"
"I just want to compliment on what a great job Hub Fire Engines did on the new truck ...True craftsmanship."



"Muscular Dystrophy Donation"
"Thank you for assisting us with our fundraising golf tournament. We are pleased to announce that a donation of $2,500.00 will be forwarded to Muscular Dystrophy."



"First Rate"
"The dedication, responsibility and professionalism shown was second to none and the quality of work - first rate. We are pleased with the pumper and the easy transition that was made on it's turnover. The experience of your personnel genuinely shows in the product. The hospitality and cooperation shown to us on our visits to the plant also made this a pleasurable experience. The training from Joe on the delivery was precise, knowledgeable and sincere. Again, on behalf of our department - thank you."



"On Budget and on Schedule"
"We are sending the letter, to personally Thank You, and your firm, for the quality Fire Truck that was delivered to our Fire Hall. The Fire Fighters, Officers and Council were impressed with the quality and thought that went into this Fire Truck. It has been a long time since we purchased something on Budget and on Schedule. This is a result of your firm and staff listening to our wants and making it happen. When we were in Abbotsford at the pre-fabrication meeting and at the final inspection meeting, we were impressed with your people and the way you do things. If it can't be done well, don't do it. We should also personally thank the Sales team, Joe Sward in Repair and Mike McNarland , Glenn's right hand man for the help in training and just being there to see that the job gets done. On Time and On Budget. Thanks to all, for a "Job Well Done!"



"Warm Gratitude"
I would like to express my warm gratitude to you and your staff for the guidance and services provided during our visit to your facilities. We are very impressed with your products.



"Commitment to the production of Fire Engines"
"On behalf of our fire department, I would like to take this opportunity to express our appreciation to the staff of HUB Fire Engines for their professionalism and commitment to the production of Fire Engines which set the standard for excellence in your industry. HUB Fire Engines worked closely with our department to develop the specifications for the Fire Engines that me the requirements of our community. This partnership continued throughout manufacture, final inspection and delivery of the apparatus. Your staff's commitment to quality and customer service is the strength of HUB Fire Engines. We look forward to working with HUB Fire Engines for the manufacture of our Fire Apparatus in the future."



"Thanks for Including the SCBA Bottle Compartment"
"I'm very happy with the truck and look forward to having this fine piece of equipment in service with our Department. Thanks for including the SCBA bottle compartment. It is an excellent feature which I would surely include in future specs."



"Speedy and Effective Assistance"
"I would like to thank you for your speedy and effective assistance in providing our department with a 'loaner' truck when ours broke down. Your help is very much appreciated."



"It Exceeds our Expectations"
"The department's 1963 International (Hub built) apparatus was recently painted by your company, I would like to express my pleasure with the finished product. It exceeds our expectations. We were pleased to award the project to HUB as the unit was originally built by the Company. The hand craft performed on the unit is exceptional. All members of the fire department staff are pleased with the outcome and the extra effort that went into the project. Please convey my congratulations for a job well done to the personnel involved. You can be proud of the quality work performed."



"Proud Owners of a HUB Fire Engine"
"To those of you who made my job easy to select the proper fire truck for this type of area, I give you a very warm thank you. For all of you who had a part in putting this piece of fire apparatus together from start to finish, we are proud to say we are the proud owners of a HUB Fire Engine. Your efforts and cooperation are greatly appreciated within an unreal time frame of start to finish. The finished product is a piece of well thought out engineering. Our door is open at anytime for anyone in this area who may show interest in this type of HUB Fire Engine. We are proud and would not hesitate to show off this piece of engineering. A very special thanks to Jim Gordon who helped me with the design and many features as well."



"Muscular Dystrophy Donation"
"We are writing to thank you for your kind support by donating so generously to our first annual Muscular Dystrophy Golf Tournament. We raised $3,300.00 which is outstanding for such a new event."



"Thank You for Making us Feel Like we Mattered"
"To Glenn and all the guys in the shop, I would like to say thanks. I know this was not the sale of the year but it was the biggest one my department has made in 25 years, thank you for making us feel like we mattered. Glenn has helped us with all of our questions before and after the sale of the truck. The added touches Glenn made were greatly appreciated. Once again we would like to thank everyone at HUB Fire Engines."



"Excellent Job Performance by your Technician"
"May we extend our thanks and appreciation for what we fell was an excellent job performance by your technician."



"Professional Service and Beyond"
"I thought I would take the time to thank you and HUB Fire Engines as a result of Mr. Jim Gordon's recent visit to this Department. Mr. Gordon no only performed the pump inspection that we contracted him to do but the extra information, the tips and his friendly, and co-operative manner were above and beyond and much appreciated. It became obvious very quickly that we were dealing with a professional who know his business and I really appreciated the extra minutes he took to point out a few areas where we could save time and money in the operation of our equipment. I would think that having a professional of the quality displayed by Mr. Gordon would bring pride to any firm and once again our thanks to HUB Fire Engines for your co-operation and assistance."



"HUB Reputation about Quality Confirmed"
"Hi everyone, the new truck you just delivered is great! We purchased a HUB manufactured truck because our investigations prior to placing this purchase out to tender was that you people put out the best product. We now feel this has been confirmed. We are told that HUB is the oldest fire truck manufacturer in Canada. Even in these tough times we bought quality (workmanship) not price; keep it up and you will continue to maintain your position, and be around for our next purchase."



"Everyone There was Wearing a Smile"
"All I have to say is that the day that truck came rolling down the road towards its new home, everyone there was wearing a smile. Needless to say, there is is no doubt about it, we are all very happy about our new purchase and it is a great machine to work with, thanks again."



"After Sale Attention"
"I would like to take this opportunity to extend my thanks to your company for the assistance and cooperation extended to us in the planning stages and subsequent purchase of our HUB fire truck. The after-sale attention we received was greatly appreciated, and we sincerely enjoyed working with your personnel. Again, my thanks for a job well done."



"Muscular Dystrophy Donation"
"Thank you very much for your donation to the Fireman's Muscular Dystrophy Ball Tournament. Total monies raised in four hours was $23,000.00."



"First Class Engine"
"I would like to take this opportunity to thank HUB Fire Engines and all of the staff for the professional manner in which this process was handled. The result is a first class engine that we are very happy to put in service."



"Display of Quality"
"I would like to express my appreciation to you for the assistance you gave us during the pre-construction phone of our new engine. I would ask that you express my appreciation and gratitude to your colleagues, including the assembly crew for the workmanship and quality control displayed in the manufacturing and assembly of our apparatus. Muchly appreciated, and I look forward to continuing this working relationship in the future."