In your business where many people work, fire accidents are common. But then, when you own a business you need to take care of it too. Necessary fire protection systems should be in place when you have a working business. You should keep a check that the fire extinguishers in your office work and the employees take part regularly in the fire drill. You should also have a proper fire evacuation place. Among all the places where water can be stored and supplied are the fire hydrants.

Now, you must have seen these structures in red above the ground in various places that connect the water to the hose. However, these fire hydrants are of extreme importance during the fire hazards. These strategically placed fire hydrants help the firefighters to control the flames during the accidents.

By now, you have understood that the main function of the fire hydrant is to provide water to the place of occurrence of fire. However, there are several other benefits of the fire hydrants. Let’s see how the fire hydrants are useful in the office.

Importance of location

Just don’t think that fire hydrants can be placed anywhere anytime. They are placed at a location with a purpose. The fire hydrants are part of a fire protection system and have been designed in such a way that when a fire breaks out it can supply water to the entire neighborhood. Mainly, there are two elements of a fire hydrant - a fire hose and water supply. In case of fire hazards, firemen connect the hoses to the nearest fire hydrants and control the blaze.

Markers

Imagine a fire has broken out and the firefighters are still looking for a water source. However, in case of the fire hydrants, you can easily identify the location. Yes, the firemen today make use of the hydrant markers to identify the location of the fire hydrant. So, in case of an emergency the firefighters don’t have to waste time trying to find a fire hydrant and can concentrate on the operation.

Colours

The fire hydrants do not only come in red, though it is the most common colour that we generally notice on the roads. The colours of the fire hydrants help the firefighters to identify the hydrant from a distance in case of an emergency.  In fact, each color represents a different GPM (Gallons Per Minute). While orange means 500-1,000 GPM, green means 1,000-1,500 GPM, Blue denotes 1,500 GPM or more and Red means 500 GPM or less. Some of the fire hydrant colours might not refer to GPM. Like violet means that the water comes from the pond or a lake and yellow indicates that water is provided by the public supply system.

Why should we choose Dutco Tennant?

Fire hydrants are a pivotal component in fire protective systems and since they are strategically placed, they provide access to a water supply in times of emergency fire hazards. In the Middle East and Gulf region, Dutco Tennant LLC is the reliable name when it comes to supplying firefighting products. The UL-listed – FM approved fire hydrants are known in the entire Middle East and GCC region for their advanced facilities. Be it dry barrel type or wet barrel type, the fire hydrants from Dutco Tennant come with all necessary local and international approvals and certifications.