KME Fire Apparatus is an American manufacturer of custom fire apparatus and emergency vehicles, headquartered in Nesquehoning, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1946 as Kovatch Mobile Equipment Corp. by John “Sonny” Kovatch Jr., the company began as a small truck repair business before transitioning into fire apparatus manufacturing in the 1970s. KME produces a wide range of firefighting vehicles and equipment, including custom pumpers, aerials, tankers, rescue vehicles, and wildland apparatus. The company operates from a 280,000-square-foot manufacturing facility and maintains additional service centers across the United States. In 2016, KME was acquired by REV Group, Inc., a leading manufacturer of specialty vehicles and related aftermarket parts. The company is known for its custom-engineered solutions and ability to build vehicles according to specific department requirements. KME’s product line includes the Predator™ and Panther™ chassis platforms, which serve as the foundation for many of their apparatus designs. They have supplied vehicles to numerous fire departments across North America and international markets. KME maintains compliance with NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) standards and holds various industry certifications. The company continues to innovate in fire apparatus design and manufacturing, incorporating modern technology and safety features into their vehicles.