Fire pump: the "heart" of life in the building. No one pays attention to it in daily life, but it can save lives!

If the building fire protection system is likened to an adult:
The pipeline is like a blood vessel, the firefighting water is the blood, and the "Fire Pump" serves as the "heart." Each beat of the Fire Pump safeguards life. Without the pressure provided by the Fire Pump, even the most complete sprinkler and hydrant systems would be nothing more than ornaments.
What exactly is the difference between a sprinkler pump and a Fire Hydrant Pump?

Sprinkler pump: Responsible for the automatic sprinkler system. In case of a fire, when the sprinkler head bursts, the pump automatically activates to pressurize and deliver water through the pipeline network, controlling small fires in their early stages, serving as the first line of defense. Fire Hydrant Pump: Responsible for the fire hydrant system. After firefighters connect the hose and open the hydrant, the pump boosts water flow and pressure, delivering water to high floors and directing it toward the fire source, making it the primary force in firefighting.
What should the duty officer in the fire control room do in daily operations?

Ensure the control cabinet is in automatic mode; unauthorized switching to manual is strictly prohibited. Daily checks include pump power, operational indicator lights, and pipeline network pressure. Familiarize yourself with manual/automatic switching, remote pump activation, and shutdown procedures. Conduct regular joint tests, promptly report and document any anomalies. In case of fire, remain calm and composed to verify conditions, accurately initiate pump operation, and monitor the entire process.

Remember, starting the pump correctly and quickly is about saving lives
The fire pump is the "heart" of the building, and we, the fire control duty officers, are the guardians of that heart.
The more proficient you are in daily practice, the less danger you face in a fire. Only with reliable equipment and standardized operating procedures can true safety be ensured.

Classification of fire pumps
Function: The primary component in the fire water supply system is the water supply pump, which is responsible for providing the main firefighting water supply during a fire. Its flow rate and head must meet the maximum water demand required by the system design and the pressure needed at the most unfavorable point.
Drive: Typically powered by electric motors or diesel engines (as backup power)
Requirements: Ensure reliable startup and continuous operation, with a typically smooth flow-head curve (to avoid overpressure), and incorporate automatic inspection functionality. Electric fire pumps, driven by electric motors, are the most commonly used and cost-effective driving method, requiring reliable power supply. They are usually employed as main pumps or in combination with diesel engines (one electric and one diesel).