MATERIALS
The pump materials are in compliance with EN 12845 and prEN12259-12:
- Impeller and wear rings are made of bronze
- Wet parts such as shaft, washers and nuts are made of stainless steel
- Castings are made of cast iron.
CONTROLLER
Grundfos offers a complete, factory-assembled controller in a steel plate cabinet, suitable for wall mounting or to install free-standing. The controller complies with the EN 12845 standard. The controller for diesel-powered pumps is always mounted on the base frame.
ELECTRIC MOTOR
The electric motor is an MG or MMG motor complying with local standards for electric motors. As from 16 July 2011, the motors used in Europe will be IE2 = EFF 1 motors.
DIESEL ENGINE
The diesel engine can operate continuously at full load at site elevation with rated output in accordance with ISO 3046-1:1986. The pump reaches full operational speed within 15 seconds; the engine is capable of starting at a room temperature of 5 °C.
Each complete engine pump unit is tested on the manufacturer’s test bed for at least 1.5 hours at rated flow rate, and the result recorded on the test certificate.
APPLICATIONS
The Grundfos fire pump units are typically used in fire-fighting applications for supplying water to fire-hose reels, fire hydrants or sprinkler systems.
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
- Pumps are made according to EN12845 and PrEN12259-12
- Electric or diesel powered
- Designed for superior functionality and performance reliability
- Simple installation and easy maintenance
- Compact design
- Customised and reliable solutions
- Widest range from one supplier.