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Introduction: First-Response Equipment for Occupants

Fire hose reels and cabinets are critical first-response equipment installed within buildings to enable occupants or trained personnel to quickly attack small fires before they escalate, forming an essential part of the building's standpipe and hose system (NFPA 14). A standard hose reel assembly consists of a semi-rigid hose permanently attached to a wall-mounted reel, connected to a dedicated water supply.

We supply complete assemblies, including the hose reel, semi-rigid lay-flat hose (typically 1 inch or 3/4 inch diameter), shut-off nozzle, and wall or cabinet mounting hardware. Our products are housed in durable steel cabinets (recessed, semi-recessed, or surface-mounted), featuring fire-rated doors and clearly labeled signage. The cabinets are designed not only for easy deployment but also to integrate seamlessly with modern architectural design, available in various finishes and sizes.

The equipment is manufactured and tested to meet international standards such as EN 671-1 or local fire codes, ensuring the hose delivers the required flow rate and pressure for effective initial fire suppression. (Approx. 530 words)

Advantage: Immediate Access, Ease of Use, and Continuous Supply

  • Always Charged (Wet System): The system is immediately available and often connected to a wet standpipe, providing instant water upon valve opening.
  • Occupant Friendly: Designed for easy, one-person operation by non-fire trained occupants, featuring simple on/off nozzles and manageable hose length/weight.
  • Continuous Water Source: Unlike fire extinguishers (limited duration), the hose reel provides a continuous water stream until the main supply is shut off.
  • Architectural Integration: Cabinets are designed to be aesthetically pleasing and can be recessed into the wall, minimizing obstruction in hallways.
  • Durability: Hoses and reels are constructed from high-quality materials to resist kinking, cracking, and UV damage, ensuring a long service life.
  • Full Assembly Certification: The entire cabinet, hose, reel, and nozzle assembly often carries the necessary compliance certifications (UL/EN), simplifying approval.

Specification: Hose Size, Cabinet Type, and Standard

Hose Type Semi-Rigid, Non-Collapsible or Lay-Flat (Flat)
Hose Diameter 3/4 inch or 1 inch (DN20 or DN25)
Hose Length 20 meters to 30 meters (Max 100 feet)
Nozzle Type Adjustable Shut-Off Nozzle (Spray/Jet)
Cabinet Material Steel (Galvanized or Stainless), Glass Fiber Reinforced Polyester
Cabinet Mounting Recessed, Semi-Recessed, or Surface Mount
Standard Compliance NFPA 14, EN 671-1/3, UL Listed (Hose/Nozzle)
Pressure Rating Up to 175 psi (Working Pressure)

Initial Fire Suppression in Occupied Spaces

Commercial Office Towers

Installed near exits and stairwells on each floor to provide a quick water attack capability before the arrival of the fire service.

Hotels and Residential Buildings

Providing a readily accessible, easy-to-use hose stream for building occupants to control small fires in hallways or common areas.

Schools and Public Assembly Halls

Used in locations where rapid manual intervention is critical and where trained personnel are likely to be available.

Small Industrial Workshops

Offering localized water suppression for Class A fires in non-hazardous manufacturing or storage areas.

Car Parks and Garages

Strategically placed hose reels to suppress vehicle fires and other initial ignition sources in enclosed spaces.

Grow Your Bussiness With KAITUO

  • INNOVATION

    Professional R&D Team

    We have a professional R&D team of over 15 people who are able to provide innovative products and customized design services to our customers.

  • QUALITY

    Product quality assurance

    We adhere to quality as a lifeline for our business development, and strict quality management systems ISO and CE, as well as a variety of advanced quality testing equipment are our guarantees for product quality.

  • PRODUCTION CAPACITY

    Annual output exceeds 400,000

    Every month over 400,000 pcs of kinds of valves, including fire extinguisher valve, lpg valve, marine gas cylinder valve and so on.

  • SERVICE

    One-stop service

    We have complete design, and product development, testing and quality control are all carried out in the factory, which to a certain extent guarantees the high quality and performance of Kaituo fire equipment.

Payment & Shipping: Flexible Global Trade Solutions

We offer comprehensive and secure international trade terms tailored to our global clientele.

  • Accepted Payment Methods:

    Wire Transfer (T/T): Standard 30% deposit to confirm the order, 70% balance upon presentation of Bill of Lading (B/L) copy.

    Letter of Credit (L/C): Irrevocable L/C at sight for large orders, providing maximum financial security for both parties.

  • Shipping Terms (Incoterms):

    FOB (Free On Board): Ningbo Port is our standard shipping hub.

    CIF/CFR: Available upon request; we manage shipping logistics to your designated port.

  • Packaging:

    Cabinets are shipped individually or stacked on pallets, wrapped with protective foam and cardboard to prevent scratches to the finish.

Comprehensive Information Summary

Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) 100 Units (Cabinets), 500 Units (Hose Reels Only)
Lead Time 45-60 Days (Fabrication, Coating, and Hose Sourcing/Assembly)
Packaging Individual Cartons, Palletized and Protected.
Certifications EN 671-1, NFPA 14 (Compliance), UL Component Listing, ISO 9001.
Raw Materials Steel (Cabinet), PVC/Rubber (Hose), Brass/Aluminum (Nozzle), Ductile Iron (Valve).
Customization Options Cabinet Size/Mounting, Finish Color, Door Material (Solid/Glass), Hose Length/Material.

Professional Usage Tips

  1. Flow and Pressure Test:

    The hose reel must be fully unrolled and tested at the nozzle annually to ensure the minimum required flow rate and pressure (65 psi) are delivered.

  2. Full Unroll Requirement:

    Ensure the hose is fully unrolled before using it. Flowing water through a coiled hose can significantly reduce pressure and damage the reel.

  3. Cabinet Maintenance:

    Inspect the cabinet door hinges and latches, and confirm the glass or acrylic panel is intact and the breaker bar is present for emergency access.

  4. Nozzle Functionality:

    Confirm the nozzle operates smoothly between the shut-off, spray, and jet positions, and that the water stream is clean and unobstructed.

  5. Hydrostatic Testing:

    The hose itself is typically required to undergo hydrostatic pressure testing every 5 years to ensure its integrity under maximum system pressure.

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ABOUT KAITUO
Ningbo Kaituo Valve Co., Ltd., also known as Ningbo Anke Fire Equipment Co., Ltd., is China Hose Reels and Cabinets Manufacturers and Wholesale Hose Reels and Cabinets Factory, specializing in the research and development, production and export of fire equipment. It owns the anke brand and a number of national high-tech patents.
Founded in 2001, our company mainly provides high-quality fire protection products for the international market, specializing in the production of various types of fire extinguisher accessories, marine gas cylinder valves, gas valves, etc. After years of hard work and continuous improvement of process reform, our products are exported to dozens of countries around the world and have won a good international reputation. All of our products have obtained the EU EN, CE certification in 2007.
Welcome all customers to call and visit us. Our company has a professional sales team to provide accurate services.
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FAQ

A Hose Reel uses semi-rigid hose that can be used while still partially coiled. A Hose Rack uses large-diameter collapsible (flat) fire hose, typically for fire service use only.

Hose reels are designed primarily for Class A fires (ordinary combustibles like wood, paper, textiles).

NFPA 14 states the nozzle should be located at a height between 3 feet (0.9 m) and 5 feet (1.5 m) above the floor for easy access.

Yes, most modern hose reels are permanently connected to a standpipe and are ready for use immediately upon opening the isolation valve.

Standards typically require a minimum residual pressure of 30 psi and a flow rate of at least 100 GPM for 1 inch hose reels (varies by code/country).

The nozzle allows the operator to control the water stream (straight stream or spray) and, crucially, to stop the flow completely once the fire is suppressed.

The MOQ for standard, surface-mounted steel cabinets is typically 100 units.

If the municipal water pressure is insufficient to maintain the minimum required pressure at the highest/furthest hose reel, a booster pump or fire pump may be required.

A 30 meter hose length is approximately equivalent to 98.4 feet.

The cabinets themselves are generally not fire-rated, but they must be installed within a correctly constructed fire-rated wall penetration according to NFPA and building code instructions.