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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 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

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

$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 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

$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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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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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 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

$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

$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

$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 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 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 Gear Dryers

We can custom build a fire 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 Gear Dryers?

Williams Direct Dryers has devoted years of research and development to creating direct 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.

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

Frank Babinec, Chief

Coral Springs Fire Rescue (FL)

Better than expected performance. This dryer beats every other dryer on the market. Hands down! Great product, great service.

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.

Lou Brungard, Fire Chief

Pleasant Gap Fire Co. (PA)

Our PS4 dryer has our gear ready in hours. From laundering to drying we are complete in 3 hours. It shows the quality, craftsmanship and commitment of Williams to firefighter safety.

Scott A. Clifford, Lieutenant

Richmond Fire Dpt, KY

The Model RM8 that we purchased is of the finest quality and workmanship that I have seen in a long time. Desmond Mayne was very helpful and courteous in answering any and all questions we had regarding this product. The unit is very “User Friendly” and effective in mask drying. Keep up the good work.

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.

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