The Wildfire Innovations team is made up of experienced engineers, wildfire suppression experts, and environmental safety professionals. Together, they developed the RainStream mobile wildfire system, a groundbreaking solution for rapid fire control. Our team’s combined background in engineering, firefighting, and technology innovation allows us to design advanced wildfire protection systems that perform effectively under the toughest conditions.
The Wildfire Innovations team includes specialists with years of hands-on experience in firefighting, engineering design, and wildfire defence innovation. They have researched and tested numerous wildfire suppression technologies before finalizing the RainStream system. Their expertise ensures that every solution we offer is not only technologically advanced but also practical for real-world emergency conditions.
The engineering team at Wildfire Innovations is led by professionals who have spent years developing and refining mobile fire suppression systems. Their leadership combines technical knowledge, field testing experience, and an unwavering focus on safety. This leadership group is responsible for transforming innovative ideas into fully functional wildfire control solutions like the RainStream mobile mist tower.
The leadership team at Wildfire Innovations plays a central role in guiding the company’s wildfire defence strategy and innovation goals. They work closely with engineers, data analysts, and safety experts to ensure that each project supports community protection and sustainability. Their focus is on continuous improvement and the expansion of the RainStream wildfire suppression technology worldwide.
At Wildfire Innovations, our team follows a research-driven development process. Engineers design, test, and refine every component of the RainStream system to ensure maximum performance. We collaborate with field specialists, fire departments, and environmental scientists to integrate cutting-edge misting, cooling, and control mechanisms that can quickly stop wildfires and protect at-risk zones.
The RainStream wildfire system was created by a dedicated team of founders and engineers at Wildfire Innovations Inc. who envisioned a faster, smarter way to combat wildfires. Their combined expertise in mechanical engineering, firefighting technology, and environmental protection led to the development of a mobile tower system capable of rapid deployment and superior fire control performance.
The Wildfire Innovations team has a deep background in fire safety, fluid dynamics, control systems, and mechanical engineering. Many team members have collaborated with firefighting departments, environmental agencies, and industrial safety organizations. This experience allows Wildfire Innovations to design reliable wildfire suppression solutions that are tested and trusted for real-world use.
Every member of the Wildfire Innovations team contributes to the quality assurance process of the RainStream system. From design to deployment, engineers test performance under real wildfire conditions, ensuring durability, precision, and reliability. This commitment to excellence is what makes the RainStream mobile tower system one of the most dependable wildfire protection technologies available today.
Teamwork is at the core of Wildfire Innovations’ success. Our engineers, technicians, and wildfire experts collaborate daily to improve the RainStream wildfire suppression system and develop new ideas for the future. By combining different skills—from data science to mechanical design—our team ensures innovation that keeps communities safer and more resilient against wildfires.
The professional team at Wildfire Innovations supports clients and partners by offering technical guidance, system demonstrations, and operational training. Whether working with municipalities, industries, or environmental groups, our experts ensure smooth integration of the RainStream mobile mist tower into any fire prevention strategy. We believe in long-term partnerships built on trust, expertise, and shared commitment to wildfire safety.
Our Team
Experienced leadership with deep roots in wildfire protection and innovation
Leadership Team
Don Hallett
Founder, President & Chief Technology Officer
A two time childhood evacuee from wildfires, Don has spent more than 10 years designing and developing wildfire suppression technology. Don spent 20+ years developing and leading quality programs for large scale field construction projects and is a certified welding inspector.
Dale Hansen
Senior Advisor
Dale grew up on a ranch in southern Alberta and has co-founded several manufacturing and supply companies active in Canada, USA, S. America, Middle East, Africa, China experience and contact base.
Rolf Wenzel
Chief Executive Officer
Rolf has over 30 years experience co-founding and growing high tech and manufacturing enterprises. He is an avid hiker and mountain biker and is passionate about protecting wildlands.
Dave Anderson
Business Development
Since graduating from Notre Dame College and the University of Guelph, Dave has 20 years experience in new technology marketing and business development in the energy sector. Dave played junior hockey and is an active community and alumni association volunteer.
Our Advisors: Expert Guidance in Wildfire Defense & Manufacturing
Brian McIntosh
Wildfire Operations
Former BC Wildfire Superintendent, over 500 career wildfires, Type 1 Plans Section Chief, Type 1 Fire Behaviour Specialist – 11+ years wildfire consulting including Australia, Argentina, USA, Indonesia
Cecil Hassard
Manufacturing
Originally a smokejumper, developed mobile wildfire suppression systems. CEO of Rangler Manufacturing, a specialty engineering and manufacturing company with worldwide customer base.
Pat Guidera
Wildfire Operations
Registered Professional Forester, twice director of Alberta Assoc. of Forest Professionals, Alberta Forest Superintendent S.E. Slopes, Fire Boss II designation with numerous frontline wildfire experiences.
Patty Miller
Human Resources
20+ years in recruitment, C-Level HR and organizational performance advisory, executive coaching, with an international client base.
William Noko
Business Development, E. Canada & Europe
Halifax based lawyer and international trade specialist with extensive contact base in Europe.