Sirena Federal

Sounding Off On Federal Siren

Since 1901, Federal Signal Corporation has helped to provide the sights and sounds that the American public depends upon in a variety of emergency situations. Federal Siren represents one the company's known brand names for their audible warning systems. If you are looking for a siren or speaker to finish your collectible automotive restoration or simply a piece of American history, you can find a variety of emergency siren equipment ready for purchase on eBay.

Are fully working antique or collectible Federal Sirens available?

Yes, they are. It is possible to find working mics, speakers, or sirens in working order and in a variety of conditions. While some of this signal equipment will be available for purchase in a nearly new state, the majority of functioning Federal Siren devices will show some aging and wear. There is also a large assortment of non-operating emergency signals that collectors can purchase for a part that is needed to get a fire or police signal working once again.

Were antique sirens part of the vehicle's warning light system?

The Federal Siren equipment that you may find will consist of the siren housing alone or as part of a PA (Public Address) system. Until the last quarter of the 20th century, sirens were a separate component from the lightbars and spotlights used on ambulances, firetrucks, and police cars. Mounting locations would vary, depending upon the car or truck's purpose and the State laws that governed their placement. Individual sirens were designed for placement on:

  • Bumpers - Found regularly on ambulances and firetrucks
  • Fenders - Found on all vehicle types, especially in the years before 1950
  • Roof - Found on all vehicles, even those still used today
Did Federal Siren produce equipment not used on automobiles?

Yes, they did. The brand name was placed on alarm sirens designed for use on fire alarm systems. After World War II, Federal Signal Corporation began to supply Civil Defense sirens for municipalities across the United States. Many of these systems were used as air-raid sirens and are now gone. Some are still used as part of early warning systems for tornados.

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