Fire systems

  • Fire Pump House

    Pre-assembled and fully enclosed fire suppression systems 
    Votes' pre-assembled fire systems can be supplied in a weather-resistant, non-combustible cabinet designed and constructed according to NFPA-20 for a seamless and rapid installation.

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    Pressure: from 40 to over 519 PSI.
    Flow: from 150 to 5,000 GPM.
    Drivetrain: Electric or diesel.

    Areas of application
    Commercial, municipal and residential high-rise buildings, large commercial properties and warehouses, offshore and remote facilities, airports and power plants.

    OVERVIEW
    To meet the specific requirements of any application, our engineering team can design complete, pre-assembled units with weather-resistant enclosures. The system is delivered in a single shipment, so only pipe and electrical connections need to be completed on site.
    Fire pump rooms and separate pump houses containing fire pump equipment require specific protection requirements and features in accordance with NFPA 20:
    Heating and ventilation
    • Approved or listed heating source
    • Normal and emergency lighting
    Drainage
    Socket

    Optional features include:
    • Pre-wired and pre-piped
    Pre-piped sprinkler systems for the interior of the pump house
    Exhaust fan
    Mini-transformer substation
    • Wall or floor access for pipework
    • Containment piping
    Architectural finishes
    Safety equipment
    • Grating floor deck design
    • Seismic calculations with PE pistons (engineering pistons)
    • Open skid design
    Diamond plate as a floor construction

    PROPERTIES
    • UL-listed and FM-approved pumps.
    • ETL-listed.
    • Delivered in one complete shipment, ready for installation.
    • Plug-and-play installation.
    • Placing of all responsibility with a single supplier for the entire pump house (single source responsibility).
    • Tested at the factory.
    • Designed to the customer's specific requirements.

  • Fire Jockey Pump

    Vertical multi-stage centrifugal jockey pump
    Three-component-retaining jockey pumps, ideally suited for your fire-fighting applications.

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    Capacity: up to 436 gpm.
    Maximum pressure: up to 341 psi.
    Temperature: up to 70 °C.

    Areas of application
    Commercial, municipal and residential high-rise buildings, large commercial properties and warehouses, offshore and remote facilities, airports and power plants.

    OVERVIEW
    A fire-extinguishing system normally uses two pumps: a robust main fire pump, which supplies large volumes of water to the fire main system, and a small, low-flow, high-pressure pump, which maintains pressure in the fire system during non-fire conditions and prevents unnecessary cycling of the main fire pump. Jockey pumps are normally sized at 1–3 times the flow rate and operate at a pressure 10 to 20 PSI higher than that of the main fire pump.
    Ruhrpumpen's vertical multistage pump (VSE-type) offers a technically advanced design to meet the hydraulic demand of any fire-fighting installation. It is available with a stainless steel impeller as well as a robust cast iron base and pump stands.

    PROPERTIES
    Centrifugal monoblock pump.
    • Cast iron pump housing and 304 stainless steel impeller.
    • 3-phase electric motor from 1 hp to 40 hp / 220/440 V and 60 Hz.
    • Tested at the factory.

    BENEFITS
    • Versatility in performance and design.
    • Reduce operating costs.

  • In-Line Fire Pump

    Vertical in-line fire pumps
    In-line fire pumps have a space-saving “top pull-out” design, which enables versatile applications. NFPA-20 design. Awaiting UL listing and FM approval. [1, 2]

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    Flow: from 150 to 1,000 GPM.
    Wood: Electric.

    Areas of application
    Commercial, municipal, and residential high-rises, large commercial properties and warehouses, offshore and remote facilities, airports, and power plants.

    PROPERTIES
    • Top pull-out design simplifies maintenance.
    • Monobloc construction (close-coupled).
    • Flanged suction and discharge on common centreline in the pump housing.
    • Only available with electric drive.

    BENEFITS
    Compact and space-saving design.
    • In-line design ensures easy installation.
    • Tested at the factory.

    CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS
    • Standard materials include:
    Cast iron
    • Bronze-trimmed
    Special materials are available upon request.

    APPLICATIONS IN FIRE FIGHTING
    Sprinkler system
    Fire hydrants
    • Water curtains

  • Vertical Fire Pump

    Vertical turbine fire pumps
    Vertical, single- and multi-stage turbine pumps for fire-fighting applications. UL-listed and FM-approved pump for suction lift conditions. Available with diesel or electric drive.

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    Pressure: from 40 to over 519 PSI.
    Flow: from 250 to 5,000 GPM.
    Drivetrain: Electric or diesel.

    Areas of application
    Commercial, municipal and residential high-rise buildings, large commercial properties and warehouses, offshore and remote facilities, airports and power plants.

    OVERVIEW
    Ruhrpumpen's vertical turbine fire pumps are available as single pump units or as complete pre-assembled fire systems (with or without enclosure).

    PROPERTIES
    Housing processed with a bushing to guide the shaft.
    The discharge head provides support for the engine and the entire pump.
    • Riser connections can be flanged or threaded and socketed.
    • Bearings are available in a range of different materials.
    Driveshaft couplings are machined from solid steel.
    The sealing element is manufactured in our own factory to ensure an accurate fit.
    • Sleeve bearings ensure a long service life and low friction.
    • Enclosed impellers designed for long service life and high efficiency.
    Standard tapered collets for secure mounting of the impeller to the pump shaft.
    • The suction bowl provides stable support for the lower part of the pump shaft.
    The shroud prevents foreign objects from entering the pump's intake.
    • Diesel- or electrically powered.

    BENEFITS
    • UL-listed and FM-approved pump for suction lift conditions.
    • Minimal maintenance.
    • Can be used where there is no access to mains water, and where ponds or lakes are the only water supply.
    • Construction materials for saltwater operation are available. [1, 2]

    DESIGN FEATURES
    • NFPA-20 design.
    • UL-448 listed.
    • FM-1312 approved.
    • Special designs are available on request.

    CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS
    Standard materials:
    Cast iron
    • Grey iron
    Carbon steel
    • Bronze-trimmed

    Metal alloys available for saltwater/brackish water applications and harsh environments:
    • Stainless steel
    • Duplex and Super Duplex
    Nickel-aluminium-bronze
    Special materials are available upon request.

  • End Suction Fire Pump

    ANSI industrial pump
    Ettrin end suction fire pumps for firefighting applications. NFPA-20 design. UL-listed and FM-approved. Also available as jockey pumps.

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    Pressure: from 40 to over 250 PSI.
    Flow: from 150 to 400 GPM.
    Drivetrain: Electric or diesel.

    Areas of application
    Commercial, municipal and residential high-rise buildings, large commercial properties and warehouses, offshore and remote facilities, airports, power plants, and hospitals.

    PROPERTIES
    • Horizontal centrifugal pump with bearings.
    • Available with either electric drive or diesel engine.
    • The power frame on the CPP model integrates extra oil cooling and heat dissipation.
    • Robust shaft with a standard 316SS shaft sleeve for extended seal life.
    • Vertical takeoff on centreline.
    • Closed impeller design ensures maximum efficiency.
    • Inpro/Seal® bearing isolators as standard.
    • Double-row axial bearing that minimises axial play for extended mechanical seal life.

    BENEFITS
    • Back pull-out design simplifies maintenance and reduces issues associated with pipe strain.
    Ruhrpumpen also designs marine fire pump systems with ABS certification for floating offshore facilities.

    DESIGN FEATURES
    • NFPA-20 design.
    • UL-448 listed.
    • FM-1319 approved.
    Special designs are available on request.

    CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS
    Standard materials:
    Cast iron
    • Grey iron
    Carbon steel

    Metal alloys available for saltwater/brackish water applications and harsh environments:
    • Stainless steel
    • Duplex and Super Duplex
    Nickel-aluminium-bronze
    Special materials are available upon request.

    APPLICATIONS IN FIRE FIGHTING
    Sprinkler system
    Fire hydrants
    • Water curtains
    Certifications

  • Split Case Fire Pump

    Horizontal firebox fire pumps 
    Horizontal, single- and two-stage fire pumps with axially split pump casing (split case) for fire-fighting applications. NFPA-20 design. UL-listed and FM-approved.

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    Pressure: from 40 to over 355 PSI.
    Flow: from 150 to 5,000 GPM.
    Drivetrain: Electric or diesel.

    Areas of application
    Commercial, municipal and residential high-rise buildings, large commercial properties and warehouses, offshore and remote facilities, airports and power plants.

    Overview
    The Ruhrpumpen split-case centrifugal fire pumps have a robust shaft and a short bearing span, which minimises shaft deflection. This ensures a longer service life for seals and bearings, as well as lower maintenance costs, while also requiring less floor space.
    RP’s split-case branded pumps are built to NFPA 20 standards and are listed by Underwriters Laboratories (UL) as well as approved by Factory Mutual (FM). [1, 2, 3]

    Features
    • Compact design and efficient operation.
    • Shaft sleeve to protect the shaft from corrosion and wear.
    • Interchangeable radial and axial bearings with grease lubrication are guaranteed.
    • Closed, double-flow impeller, cast in one piece and balanced to minimise axial thrust and ensure longer bearing life.
    • Available with electric drive or diesel engine.

    Benefits
    • Network installation and maintenance.
    Broad range of applications.
    Construction materials for saltwater operation are available.

    Design Features
    • NFPA-20 design.
    • UL-448 listed.
    • FM-1311 approved.
    Special designs are available upon request.

    Construction materials
    Standard materials:
    Cast iron
    • Grey iron
    Carbon steel

    Metal alloys available for saltwater/brackish water applications and harsh environments:
    • Stainless steel
    • Duplex and Super Duplex
    Nickel-aluminium-bronze
    Special materials are available upon request.

    Areas of application within fire fighting
    Sprinkler system
    Fire hydrants
    • Water curtains
    Ruhrpumpen also designs maritime fire pump systems with ABS certification for floating offshore facilities.

  • Pre-Packaged Systems

    Pre-commissioned fire suppression systems 
    RP’s pre-assembled systems are available with or without a cabinet and are ready for installation. Their design meets the strictest operational tests to meet the safety standards set by NFPA. [1, 2]

    Boundary lines
    Pressure: from 40 to over 519 PSI.
    Flow: from 150 to 5,000 GPM.
    Drive: Electric or diesel. [1]

    Areas of application
    Commercial, municipal, and residential high-rise buildings, large commercial properties and warehouses, offshore and remote facilities, airports, and power stations. [1]

    OVERVIEW
    Ruhrpumpen's pre-packaged systems integrate pumps, drive units, control systems, and pipework into one complete container for easier installation. They can be delivered skid-mounted, with or without a complete enclosure/housing, and are supplied with either an electric motor or a diesel engine. [1]
    RP's pre-mounted fire protection systems can be dimensioned to perfectly suit the specific requirements of any application.

    DESIGN FEATURES
    • ETL/C-ETL third-party certified components.
    • UL-listed and FM-approved components.
    • Full compliance with NFPA 20.
    • Compatible with NFPA 850.
    • Certified welding in accordance with ASME Section IX as well as AWS D1.1 certified structural welders.
    • RP Systems certifications.

    BENEFITS
    • Placing all responsibility with a single supplier (single source responsibility).
    • Tested at the factory.
    • Reduced site installation costs.
    • Delivered to the site in one consolidated shipment.
    • Possibility of international distribution and start-up.
    Compact design, making the system space-saving.
    • Wired and connected.

    CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS
    • Standard materials include:
    Cast iron
    • Bronze-trimmed
    Special materials are available upon request.

    APPLICATIONS IN FIRE FIGHTING
    Sprinkler system
    Fire hydrants
    • Water curtains