Laundry Equipment Solutions for Fire Departments
To protect firefighter health, it’s critical to clean dirty gear using laundry equipment designed and approved for fire departments. That’s why fire departments across North America rely on highly programmable Girbau Commercial Gear Washers and NFPA compliant Gear Dryers.Fire Department Laundry Equipment for Safe, NFPA-Compliant Turnout Gear Cleaning
We know that cancer is a leading cause of death among firefighters and dirty gear is a known contributor – exposing wearers to carcinogenic chemicals, particulates, toxins and biohazards (CDC). Additionally, as more and more particles and chemicals attach to protective gear, it puts firefighters and those they come in contact with, at risk. Without proper cleaning with laundry equipment for fire departments, protective gear becomes hazardous. It can cause cancer, reflect less radiant heat, conduct electricity and become flammable. By cleaning turnout gear according to NFPA guidelines – with laundry equipment designed for fire departments – you’re helping keep your firefighters safe.
Fire Department Laundry Equipment Built for Turnout Gear
Continental’s gear washers and dryers are engineered specifically for the unique cleaning requirements of firefighter PPE. Designed to support NFPA-compliant turnout gear care, these systems deliver the cleaning performance fire departments need to help protect personnel, extend gear life and maintain operational readiness.
From advanced wash programming to gentle extraction and controlled drying, Continental laundry solutions help fire departments safely clean, sanitize and maintain turnout gear while meeting industry best practices for firefighter health and safety.
If you need help with equipment sizing, view our gear laundering sizing guide or let us guide you. Learn more about our Gear Washers and Gear Dryers for fire departments.

Meet NFPA Standards
Adhere to NFPA 1851 gear cleaning guidelines. Rely on programmable Continental Gear Washers and ExpressDry® and StationDry Gear Dryers.

Extend Gear Life
Proper cleaning and drying is essential to gear longevity. Specialized programming ensures gear is cleaned correctly every time.

Ease of Use
Enjoy easy operation. Load, select a program number and press start. Invest for the long haul. Continental gear washers and dryers are highly programmable to meet ever-changing NFPA 1851 gear cleaning guidelines.

Save Time
Return gear to service in hours, not days. Our NFPA-compliant gear dryers safely and quickly dry gear, hazmat suits, face masks, boots and gloves.

Qualify for AFG Grant
Purchase using Assistance to Firefighter Grant Program (AFG) funds. We'll even help you with the grant writing process.

Local Support
Local technical support before, during and after installation backed by an industry-leading warranty.

