Introduction: Manual Fire Fighting for Large Areas
Fire Hose Rack Assembly Systems, or cabinet fire hoses, are manual fire fighting units permanently installed in buildings (usually inside a wall cabinet or standpipe system). These systems provide a readily available water source for trained occupants or fire department personnel to fight large Class A fires until professional firefighters arrive.
The system consists of three main components: a permanent riser/standpipe connection to the building's water supply; a pressure-rated, semi-rigid or fabric fire hose (typically 1.5 inch or 2.5 inch diameter); and a specialized hose rack or reel that allows the hose to be quickly unrolled or extended without kinking. The assembly terminates in a brass or aluminum nozzle for jet or fog stream delivery.
Installation must strictly comply with NFPA 14 (Standpipes) and NFPA 25 (Inspection and Testing) to ensure the system delivers the required flow rate and pressure for effective fire suppression. These systems are common in high-rise buildings, parking garages, and large industrial facilities. (Approx. 570 words)
Advantage: Unlimited Water Supply, High Flow Rate, and Occupant Use
- Continuous Supply: Directly connected to the building's water supply, providing an unlimited extinguishing agent (water) for sustained fire fighting.
- High Flow/Reach: Capable of delivering significantly higher flow rates (GPM) and reach distances than portable extinguishers.
- Occupant Readiness: Designed for quick deployment by trained personnel, allowing fire fighting to commence before the fire department arrives.
- Code Mandated: Required by NFPA 14 and most building codes in specific high-rise and large-area occupancies.
- Durability: Hoses and nozzles are manufactured from rugged, pressure-resistant materials for long-term standby readiness.
- Non-Kinking Deployment: The rack or reel design ensures the hose deploys smoothly and quickly without kinks, guaranteeing immediate water flow.
Specification: Size, Pressure, and Component Material
| Hose Diameter | 1.5 inch (Manual) or 2.5 inch (Fire Dept. Use) |
| Hose Length | 50 feet, 75 feet, or 100 feet (Dependent on System Class) |
| Working Pressure | 100 psi to 175 psi (Up to 300 psi Burst) |
| Hose Material | Jacketed Synthetic Fiber (Polyester/Nylon) or Rubber Lined |
| Nozzle Material | Brass or Aluminum (Plated for Corrosion Resistance) |
| Rack/Reel Material | Steel (Red Powder Coated) or Stainless Steel |
| Standard Compliance | NFPA 14 (Standpipe), NFPA 25 (Testing), UL/FM Approved |
| Valve Type | Angle Valve or Hose Gate Valve (Connection to Standpipe) |
Manual Fire Suppression in Fixed Locations
Commercial High-Rise Buildings
Mandatory on each floor near exit stairwells for occupants or firefighters to connect to the building's standpipe system.
Industrial Warehouses and Factories
Installed throughout large-area facilities to provide a quick, high-volume water stream for Class A hazards.
Parking Garages and Tunnels
Placed at regular intervals for immediate response to vehicle or material fires (often requiring corrosion-resistant racks).
Shopping Malls and Stadiums
Concealed within cabinets or alcoves for aesthetic reasons while remaining accessible for emergency use.
Marine and Offshore Platforms
Utilizing marine-grade stainless steel reels and specialized nozzles for high-volume saltwater use.
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