The fire pump is the most important tool for any fire department. It allows firefighters to put more water on the fire quickly and suppress it with accuracy. There are many different types of fire pumps, so it is important to know what your needs are before purchasing one. When choosing a fire pump, it is important to consider the PSI and GPM. The PSI refers to the pressure that the pump can produce, and the GPM refers to how much water it can move in a minute.
The first fire pump was created by Edward Gibbs, a mechanical engineer for the FDNY in New York City in 1910. He envisioned a large, high-pressure pump that could fill the tanks of his fleet of fire engines with water and then spray it over a fire. He knew that this technology would save lives and property by putting out fires more quickly and efficiently.
However, the technology that Gibbs needed to develop was not yet available. There was no diesel engine that would meet his requirements and be light enough to mount on a truck, nor hoses that could handle the high-pressure water that he planned to use.
Until recently, the only option for fire departments that wanted to use a high-pressure water pump was to build their own fire truck. These trucks were very expensive and required a lot of maintenance to keep them working properly. In addition, the crew members who operated them needed to be trained in operating a fire pump. This meant a great deal of training time and money for the fire department.
This is why the Loveland Fire Rescue Authority purchased an ultra-high pressure fire pump and began using it for training this week at a donated house in south Loveland. LFRA Division Chief of Risk Reduction and Readiness Greg Ward said the UHP rig will not replace the fire department’s current equipment, but will be an additional piece that will help them fight fires more effectively by getting water on the fire sooner.
The high-pressure fire pump can also be used for other purposes, such as flood control and assisting with oil spill cleanup. Having this type of pump in your firefighting arsenal can be a lifesaver, especially if you live in a rural area and have crops, barns, and livestock at risk. The water pressure from a high-pressure fire pump can be very helpful to protect your valuables and your loved ones while you wait for the professionals to arrive at the scene.
The pump is controlled from a panel mounted on top of the fire engine, which has a series of levers and switches to allow you to control how much water is being pumped. The panel is also equipped with indicators to show how much water is left in the tank and which hoses are being discharged. When a fire occurs, the driver of the fire truck will jump out and climb up on the top of the engine to begin pump operation.